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Nerves of Steel

All Episodes 2012 - 2013

  • Ended
  • 2012-12-05T00:00:00Z
  • 45m
  • 6h (8 episodes)
  • Documentary, Reality
These are the stories of real people who perform amazing jobs that the rest of us are too scared to do ourselves. Their jobs are difficult, stressful, and complex, but most of all, spectacular. Dive into the heart of the action alongside these brave individuals, and see why they need nerves of steel to make it through each day.

8 episodes

Series Premiere

2012-12-05T00:00:00Z

1x01 Animal Capture

Series Premiere

1x01 Animal Capture

  • 2012-12-05T00:00:00Z45m

In the North Country, three Quebecers are on a daring mission: to capture wild animals with a helicopter. But in this dangerous profession, even the tiniest mistake can have tragic consequences.

2012-12-12T00:00:00Z

1x02 Crab Fisherman

1x02 Crab Fisherman

  • 2012-12-12T00:00:00Z45m

Snow crab fishing is one of the deadliest jobs in the world. Storms, breakdowns, ice, snow, and rain being driven by the wind. Top it off with three-meter waves and fatigue and you have the recipe for a profession that truly demands nerves of steel.

2012-12-19T00:00:00Z

1x03 Forest Worker

1x03 Forest Worker

  • 2012-12-19T00:00:00Z45m

Welcome to the forest industry. From cutting in the forest to the sawmill to log transportation, each has its share of danger. Vigilance and safety are at the heart of this industry, but that doesn’t stop the hundreds of accidents that happen every year.

2012-12-26T00:00:00Z

1x04 Commercial Diver

1x04 Commercial Diver

  • 2012-12-26T00:00:00Z45m

Commercial divers must do the jobs of carpenters, plumbers, masons, and welders. The only difference is they have to perform these jobs in toxic environments; in water or mud with no visibility. It’s a dangerous job where panic is not an option.

2013-01-02T00:00:00Z

1x05 Zoo Veterinarian

1x05 Zoo Veterinarian

  • 2013-01-02T00:00:00Z45m

Fear is not an option when it comes to the well being of zoo animals, but sometimes even the stoic veterinarians who care for them must push their limits. Especially when dealing with the biggest feline on the planet.

2013-01-09T00:00:00Z

1x06 Power Linesman

1x06 Power Linesman

  • 2013-01-09T00:00:00Z45m

Some jobs require more courage than others. Suspended at dizzying heights, linesmen risk their lives doing their job. Yet they show no fear as they build power lines. It’s a high wire act with high voltage.

2013-01-16T00:00:00Z

1x07 Flight Instructors

1x07 Flight Instructors

  • 2013-01-16T00:00:00Z45m

These days, more and more people want to learn how to fly. In order to achieve this they must undergo rigorous training conducted by a flight instructor. Every day, flight instructors risk their lives to train tomorrow’s pilots.

2013-01-23T00:00:00Z

1x08 Tactical Squad

1x08 Tactical Squad

  • 2013-01-23T00:00:00Z45m

Hostage takings, snipers, terrorism, or high-risk emergency operations; the police from the tactical response group are called in when no one else can do the job. Deployed across Quebec, this elite group will stop at nothing to complete their objectives.

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