Risk Assessment for Production

RISK ASSESSMENT

LIGHTING AND ELECTRONICS

1. When using lighting ensure all plugs are inserted correctly and are not loosely fitted
2. Check bulbs work before inserting them into a live stand.
3. Ensure all wires are not tangled and to the side of any walkways - make all personnel aware  of wires and their location before filming.
4. Do not keep lighting and bulbs on without supervision or they could overheat and set a light.
5. Make sure all stands are turned and stable as they could fall over.
6. If using lighting outside with an extension lead ensure that area is dry or covered to avoid damaging the cables and/or causing a fuse.
7. Do not cover with any textiles or open raw materials.
8. Ensure stands are fully attached and twisted to the furthest possible point to make sure they remain stable throughout filming.

VIDEO CAMERA & CAMERA

1. Make sure video camera is fully attached to the tripod before filming.
2. Safely pack away and check video camera is fully functional before and after filming.
3. Keep fingers clear of closing tripod - close the tripod slowly to avoid injury.

LOCATION: THE MAIN BEDROOM

1. Ensure all occupants, directors and actors are aware of all fire exits and call points before filming.
2. Do not run on set as this could result in a fall and injury.
3. Do not cover electronics with any textiles furnishings.
4. Ensure when using make-up equipment electronics such as hair straighteners and curlers that they are kept on a solid flat surface and under supervision whilst turned on and plugged in. Make sure they are turned off and moved aside to cool down after use.
5. Do not block fire exits with props or equipment such as suitcases or unused lighting equipment
6. Refer back to all relevant LIGHTING AND ELECTRONICS risk assessment also when using these.
7. Do not leave any props or equipment on the floor as this could is extremely accident-prone if stepped on
8. Do not leave any sharp items such as knifes, scissors or equipment open and ensure they are put away efficiently and safely.

LOCATION: GARDENS

1. Make sure all lighting cables are suitable for outdoor use, if weather is wet ensure cables and plugs are covered safely with a water-proof cover
2. Make sure areas for smoking are safely with no open flammable materials that could set alight if in contact with loose ash e.g. wood or bark
3. Make sure cigarette lighter is safely put away and closed after use and not left on the floor which could be stepped on and broken
4. Ensure cigarette is firmly in the cigarette holder when using the prop

LOCATION: THE DINER

1. Ensure all spills are mopped up immediately.
2. Do not run - especially as tiles could be slipped on, ensure floor is not wet.
3. Refer back to all relevant VIDEO CAMERA & CAMERA risk assessment also when in this location.
4. Make sure filming equipment etc creates no threats or hazards to other people on location as this is an area open to the public.