RISK ASSESSMENT FORM

Shoot date Production Title Page of

17/03/17 A Young Understanding 1 of 1

Producer

Megan Byrne

Location: Exam Hall

Address: Harlow College

RATINGS:

• each risks severity on scale from Negligable (N), Low risk (L), Moderate risk (M), Severe (S), Very severe (V) • each risks likelihood on scale from Very unlikely (VU), Unlikely (U), Possible (P), Likely (L), Very likely (VL) • risk factor from the table overleaf.

Hazard Present? Severity

Likelihood Risk Factor

1 Alcohol/drugs N L VU 1

2 Animals/insects N L VU 1

3 Audiences VL VS VL 5

4 Camera cable/grip equipment VL VS VL 5

5 Confined spaces U N U 1

6 Derelict buildings/dangerous structures U N VU 1

7 Electricity/gas (other than normal supplies) P N U 1

8 Fatigue/long hours P M U 2

9 Fire/flammable materials P M P 3

10 Hazardous substances VU N P 2

11 Heat/Cold/extreme weather U N U 1

12 Laser/strobe effects P M U 2

13 Machinery/industrial/ crane/hoist VU N VU 1

14 Materials - glass, non-fire retardant set materials P S P 3

15 Night operation VU N U 1

16 Noise – high sound levels P S P 3

17 Non standard manual handling U N VU 1

18 Public/crowds P S VL 5

19 Radiation U L U 2

20 Scaffold/Rostra VU N U 1

21 Smoking on set U L U 2

22 Special effects/explosives U L U 2

23 Special needs (elderly, disabled, inexperienced) P M P 3

24 Specialised rescue/first aid U L U 2

25 Stunts, dangerous activities U L VU 1

26 Tall scenery/suspended ceilings U L VU 1

27 Vehicles/speed VU N VU 1

28 Water/proximity to water U N VU 1

29 Weapons VU N VU 1

30 Working at heights VU N U 1

31 Working overseas VU N VU 1

32 Other risks U N N 0

Calculate the Risk Factor:

Very Unlikely Unlikely Possible Likely Very Likely

Very severe 3 4 4 5 5

Severe 2 3 3 3 5

Moderate 2 2 3 3 3

Low 1 2 2 3 3

Negligible 1 1 2 2 3

Decide the action to take:

5 Very severe Take immediate action

4 Severe High priority

3 Moderate Risk Programme for action

2 Low Risk Action may be required

1 Negligible Probably acceptable

Then list each risk identified

Hazard no: 3 Risk Factor: 5

Description Audiences - As we are to be filming this scene using a whole class of extras any acting/filming will be done in front of a group/audience. This caution is ranked at a 5 and one that needs to be taken action on.

Person(s) exposed

(detail if cast/crew (C), outside company (O) or public (P) )

All those involved with filming/acting will be exposed to fellow cast

memembers

Action to take Everyone involved within the filming process will be warned before

we begin that others will be involved, if they are not comfortable with this then they have the option to back out. We will have any extras sign a contract prior to filming confirming that they are happy to be

filmed under said conditions.

Person/company responsible for action

Megan Byrne and Fern Disney

To be completed at agreed later date

Exposed person(s) informed? (y/n)

Agreed action taken? (y/n) Risk removed? (y/n)

Hazard no: 4 Risk Factor (1-5): 5

Description Camera Equipment - As we are to be filming at the exam hall, we will be using camera equipment. This will include a tripod, a camera, possible wires and other possible electrical equipment.

Person(s) exposed

(detail if cast/crew (C), outside company (O) or public (P) )

All cast and crew of a young understanding will be exposed to any

camera equipment as they are to be filmed.

Action to take As this risk is ranked at a 5 it is clear that action must be taken. We

will warn all cast/crew members that camera equipment is to be used, if they are not comfortable with this they have the option to back out. We will keep all equipment tidy and make sure no wires are

crossed/tangled in order to keep potential danger to a minimum. No equipment will be left unattended. After filming is done equipment will immediately be packed away.

Person/company

responsible for action Megan Byrne and Fern Disney

To be completed at agreed later date

Exposed person(s) informed? (y/n)

Agreed action taken? (y/n) Risk removed? (y/n)

Hazard no: 9 Risk Factor (1-5): 3

Description Flammable Materials - Though we are to be filming in a legitimate college with the protection of fire alarms and smoke detectors, the possibility of flammable materials is still present. This could include items of clothing that

cast/crew are wearing or even materials within the college grounds (electrics, furniture etc)

Person(s) exposed (detail if cast/crew (C),

outside company (O) or public (P) )

All cast and crew of a young understanding will be exposed to any flammable materials.

Action to take We will pre warn all cast and crew of this potential possibility. We will limit potential of this taking place by not permitting any flammable

materials (that we are aware of) on set - for example, smoking will not be prohibited. We will take care in checking all of our electronic equipment is safe to use.

Person/company

responsible for action Megan Byrne and Fern Disney

To be completed at agreed later date

Exposed person(s) informed? (y/n)

Agreed action taken? (y/n) Risk removed? (y/n)

Hazard no: 14 Risk Factor (1-5): 3

Description Materials - Glass, Non fire retardant etc - As stated prior, we are to be filming at the college grounds which are

all safety checked for such materials. However, materials such as glass from the windows or non fire retardant clothing/ furniture could be a danger on set.

Person(s) exposed

(detail if cast/crew (C), outside company (O) or public (P) )

All cast and crew of A Young understadning.

Action to take We will warn all cast and crew of such possibilities. We will make

sure all filming is away from any glass/non fire retardant products (such as windows) - if we are in contact with any products we are not aware are non fire retardant, we will make sure all of our electrical

equipment is used with safety.

Person/company

responsible for action Megan Byrne and Fern Disney

To be completed at agreed later date

Exposed person(s) informed? (y/n)

Agreed action taken? (y/n) Risk removed? (y/n)

Hazard no: 18 Risk Factor (1-5): 5

Description Public/Crowds - As stated prior, filming is to be done in a group, some members of

the cast/crew may not be comfortable with acting amongst a group/being filmed within a group

Person(s) exposed (detail if cast/crew (C),

outside company (O) or public (P) )

All cast and crew members of A Young Understanding

Action to take Everyone involved within the filming process will be warned before we begin that others will be involved, if they are not comfortable with

this then they have the option to back out. We will have any extras sign a contract prior to filming confirming that they are happy to be filmed under said conditions.

Person/company

responsible for action Megan Byrne and Fern Disney

To be completed at agreed later date

Exposed person(s) informed? (y/n)

Agreed action taken? (y/n) Risk removed? (y/n)

Hazard no: 23 Risk Factor (1-5): 3

Description Special Needs - A member of the cast/crew may have a disability or special needs

that need to be taken care of when on set, they may not be able to film certain scenes or complete certain parts of the acting.

Person(s) exposed (detail if cast/crew (C),

outside company (O) or public (P) )

All cast and crew members of A Young Understanding

Action to take All members will be warned and told what is to be expected when filming. If a cast/crew member is uncomfortable with any of the

specification (e.g the using of strobe lighting) they have the ability to back out. We will be sensitive when filming and make sure all needs are cared for.

Person/company

responsible for action Megan Byrne and Fern Disney

To be completed at agreed later date

Exposed person(s) informed? (y/n)

Agreed action taken? (y/n) Risk removed? (y/n)

Completed by:Megan Byrne Position: Director/Producer

Signature:MEGAN BYRNE Date: 16/03/17