At PDRMA we offer seminars, resources and our experience to help our members
and their employees master the skills needed to be healthy and safe. That's why
we look at more than just work place safety. The following is a listing of
resources that are available to PDRMA members as a part of our Be Safe at Work
and Play initiative. These include written documents, videos, and pamphlets.
Many of the documents are available directly through the LRN Resource system,
while other likes videos and pamphlets are available by completing a form and
faxing it to PDRMA. Of course, you can always call if you have any questions
about the resources available to you to be safe at work and play!
Various Health Topics |
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West Nile Virus #186 Fact sheet provides information about the disease and prevention recommendations. Adobe PDF | Microsoft Word |
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Employee Assistance Program #188 Discusses the Employee Assistance Program and answers such questions as eligibility, cost, what services are offered, and its basic components. Adobe PDF | Microsoft Word |
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Insect Stings #396 Fact sheet provides information regarding precautions to take in regards to preventing insect stings. Adobe PDF | Microsoft Word |
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Fifth Disease #521 Fact sheet provides recommendations and references on what to do if your agency is aware of a possible exposure to Fifth Disease. Adobe PDF | Microsoft Word |
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Impetigo #522 Fact sheet provides recommendations on what your agency should do if there has been a possible exposure to impetigo. Adobe PDF | Microsoft Word |
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Petting Zoo Precautions #878 A fact sheet that discusses best practices to prevent animal-to-human disease transmission and recommendations and precautions that can be taken. Adobe PDF | Microsoft Word |
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Sun Exposure Precautions #899 Fact sheet discusses tips and precautions regarding sun exposure. The use of sunscreen and heat-related illnesses are discussed and precautions provided. Adobe PDF | Microsoft Word |
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Managing Head Injures #225 Fact sheet discusses incidents involving head injury to participants and various options in managing head injuries. Adobe PDF | Microsoft Word |
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Gym and Room Dividers - Children Caught in Them!! #251 Fact sheet on Gym and Room dividers and the dangers of children being caught in them. Adobe PDF | Microsoft Word |
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Heat Index and Heat Disorders #261 Fact Sheet on the heat index and how the temperature of the body feels when heat and humidity are combined. Matrix for cross comparison of relative humidity and air temperature. Heat index = apparent temperature. Adobe PDF | Microsoft Word |
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Cold Weather Safety Considerations #323 Document discusses cold weather safety considerations and facts to take into consideration when temperatures and wind chill factors produce cold stress. Adobe PDF | Microsoft Word |
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Trampoline Safety Considerations #355 Fact sheet discusses recommendations and safety guidelines for the use of trampolines Adobe PDF | Microsoft Word |
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Personal Security & Safety While Traveling #392 A list of tips to provide for personal security & safety while traveling in the course of employment for park and recreation people. Adobe PDF | Microsoft Word |
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What is in a First Aid Kit? #438 Document discusses what items should be included in a first aid kit. Adobe PDF | Microsoft Word |
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Shop Safety #487 Document discusses common shop safety hazards and solutions. Adobe PDF | Microsoft Word |
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PDRMA Electrical Safety Guidelines #504 Guidelines focus on dynamic electricity since it is the most commonly used in the parks and recreation setting. Adobe PDF | Microsoft Word |
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Personal Health Snow Removal Tips #514 Fact sheet discusses personal health snow removal tips; i.e., shoveling tips - equipment; personal safety and snow blower tips - equipment & personal safety. Adobe PDF | Microsoft Word |
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Cell Phone Safety Guidelines - Sample #535 Fact sheet provides recommendations for drivers who use a cell phone when driving. Adobe PDF | Microsoft Word |
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Working in Hot Environments #573 Document provides employers & workers with an overview of the health hazards associated with work in hot environments & alerts them to precautions which should be taken. Document provided by the National Institute for Occupational Safety & Health. Adobe PDF | Microsoft Word |
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First Aid - The Initial Response #CPR/FA 2004 This handbook illustrates emergency action plans, surveying the scene, victim assessment, numerous medical situations and how to handle as a first responder. Pamphlet Request Form |
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First Aid - The Initial Response (Spanish Version) #Span 8014 This handbook illustrates emergency action plans, surveying the scene, victim assessment, numerous medical situations and how to handle as a first responder. Pamphlet Request Form |
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First Aid for Schools and Camps #CPR/FA 2003 This handbook provides specific first aid and emergency action plans focusing totally on children and recreation programs. Pamphlet Request Form |
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Heat Stress #Emp 9002 This pamphlet points out the warning signs of heat stress, provides tips on how to minimize the risk and covers valuable first aid procedures. Pamphlet Request Form |
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Poison Ivy Identification Poster #Emp 9030 This poster is a great tool to hang in your shop area and conduct in-service training on "what poison ivy" looks like. Poster: Uses Pamphlet Request Form |
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Dealing with Bugs and Critters #Emp 9101 This pamphlet gives a nice overview of safety practices and tips for outdoor workers. Topics include insects and crawling things and critter types, bites, stings and first aid. Pamphlet Request Form |
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Fire Extinguishers #RMS 5003 Pamphlet outlines how fires start, how to prevent them and what to do when a fire breaks out in your workplace. The proper care for and use of fire extinguishers is also covered. Pamphlet Request Form |
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Fire Safety (Spanish Version) #Span 8012 Pamphlet outlines how fires start, how to prevent them and what to do when a fire breaks out in your workplace. The proper care for and use of fire extinguishers is also covered. Pamphlet Request Form |
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All Stressed Out #Health 6006 The pamphlet discusses tips to help you recognize, reduce and cope with the stress in your life. Pamphlet Request Form |
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There's No Place Like Home #Health 6007 This pamphlet provides tips for preventing falls, fires and poisonings - three common causes of injury in the home. Pamphlet Request Form |
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Personal Protective Equipment Comes Home #Health 6008 This pamphlet has tips for keeping your family safe while performing household tasks and what PPE you should use. Pamphlet Request Form |
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Healthy Fast Food Guide #Health 6009 This pamphlet provides a chart of various fast foods with information regarding calories and nutrition and comparisons of the various fast food items. Pamphlet Request Form |