Health and Safety

Health and Safety

Health and safety are essential for the film industry to run. It ensures that there are no hazards, which can harm people in the industry on set. There are many strict rules and regulations the have to abide by.

I have made a list of rules that my cast and myself must follow to ensure our safety when shooting my thriller opening.

1. We should make sure that the camera is tightly connected to the tripod so that it does not fall off. The tripod should have all of its legs on the floor, it should be clipped, so the camera does not fall. When you are carrying the tripod, close the legs so you do not poke anyone (especially their eyes). Hold it securely on your shoulder with both hands. 

2. If we are filming with weapons (gun, knife, axe), we should consult the school - media teachers and find a location where there are no members of the public. 

3. If we are filming on a road in a car we should consult the traffic authority.

4. While we are filming in the car, everyone inside the car must wear a seatbelt, even if you're driving a small distance - which we are. The car must be insured and the person driving the car should have a license.

5. If we are shooting at night, we must wear suitable clothing - yellow vests - so cars/motorbikes can be aware of us filming, this will decrease chances of getting hit by a vehicle. We should have bright light so we can see what we are doing.

6. Catering - We should buy our food/lunch from the supermarket and not a fast food takeaway as it may not be hygienic. 

7. We should make sure that there are facilities that can be easily accessed such as the bathroom and clean water. 

8. While we are editing, we should take small break from the computer to reduce the risk of headaches and cramps in our hands. 

9. Litter should be disposed of immediately in the bin - if it is recyclable we will recycle it.

10. The equipment must be insured

11. A first aid kit will be carried wherever we go, if someone hurts themselves we can easily treat them.