risk assessment template
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FILM PRODUCTION RISK ASSESSMENT
This document is intended as a basic template to assist in the completion of a risk assessment for film production activities Detailed information is available from a variety of risk management and risk assessment specialists. Useful information can also be obtained from the Health & Safety Executive www.hse.gov.uk
When conducting a risk assessment, consider all the likely hazards, who may be harmed, property which may be damaged, and the controls already in place. Then, for each likely hazard, bearing in mind the controls already in place, record the ‘risk assessment’ level (see table on following page). The further action(s) to be considered will be determined by the level of risk assessment.
Example
Hazard Persons who may be harmed
Property which may be damaged
Risk controls already in place
Risk Assessment LOW, MODERATE, HIGH, EXTREME(see table next page)
Further action required to control
risk ***
Hot sand underfoot on beach
Actors and crew n/a All actors and crew to wear shoes at all times HIGH
When not involved in the shoot, actors and crew to have a shaded area in which to stand
Behaviour of dog Actors and crew Location Dog will be on leash and supervised at all times and will not be left unattended.
MODERATEFeeding, toilet, recreation and rest areas to be arranged for animal away from location premises
Burns from campfire
Actors and crew Location All actors and crew to sit at least 2 metres from fire.Fire to be set at least 20 metres from property.Fire extinguishers with trained operators on set.
HIGH
Advise local fire brigade
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FILM PRODUCTION RISK ASSESSMENT
LIKELIHOODCONSEQUENCES
Insignificant Minor Moderate Major Catastrophic
Almost Certain HIGH HIGH EXTREME EXTREME EXTREME
Likely MODERATE HIGH HIGH EXTREME EXTREME
Moderate LOW MODERATE HIGH EXTREME EXTREME
Unlikely LOW LOW MODERATE HIGH EXTREME
Rare LOW LOW MODERATE HIGH HIGH
Give careful consideration to the availability of information and ability to make contact in the event of problems. Examples to consider:-
Is there mobile ‘phone reception in the area ? How will you keep up to date with changes in the weather ? How will you be informed of changes in tidal waters ? How easy is it for members of the emergency services to reach you ? (cliffs, beaches, quarries, etc)
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FILM PRODUCTION RISK ASSESSMENT
Artist Name: DJ Strio
Production Title: ‘A Game of Chess’ Production Date(s) 16/11/12
Date of Risk Assessment 30/10/12
Hazard Persons who may be harmed
Property which may be damaged
Risk controls already in place
Risk Assessment LOW, MODERATE, HIGH, EXTREME
(see table)
Further action required to control
risk ***
Hot portable lighting units
Actors & Crew N/A Turn off lighting units
when not in use LOWBriefing which warns actors and crew of the danger
Raised DJ staging,
dangerous to walk over
Actors & Crew
STUDIO
Briefing which warns actors and crew of the
dangerLOW
Lots of cables around to trip
over Actors & Crew
STUDIO + EQUIPMENT
Use Gaffe tape to hold down any loose wiring MODERATE
Briefing which warns actors and crew of the danger
Actors knocking into objects
during dancing scenes
Actors & Crew
STUDIO
Ensure space is made around studio so actors don’t bump into things
MODERATEBriefing which warns actors and crew of the danger
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Hazard Persons who may be harmed
Property which may be damaged
Risk controls already in place
Risk Assessment LOW, MODERATE, HIGH, EXTREME
(see table)
Further action required to control
risk ***
Falling over in fight scene
Actors
PROPS Use of a crash mat for
actors to fall onto LOWBriefing which warns actors and crew of the danger
Actors
STUDIO
Briefing which warns actors and crew of the
dangerLOW
Lots of cables around to trip
over Actors & Crew
STUDIO + EQUIPMENT
Use Gaffe tape to hold down any loose wiring MODERATE
Briefing which warns actors and crew of the danger
Actors knocking into objects
during dancing scenes
Actors & Crew
STUDIO
Ensure space is made around studio so actors don’t bump into things
MODERATEBriefing which warns actors and crew of the danger
Copy to additional sheet(s) if further space is needed
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ACTION PLAN
Further action(s) required By Whom Date Completed
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Essential Contact Numbers
Emergency Services
Fire BrigadeAmbulancePoliceCoastguardTransport PoliceChemistOut of hours chemistVeterinary SurgeonOur of hours veterinary surgeon
Delete contents of table below and input details specific to your production
Persons / property Contact name & Relationship(if applicable)
Business Hours Mobile Out of hours
Child actorsJohn SmithTed Black
Mary Smith – MotherJohn Black – Father
AnimalsLaddie (dog)Dobbin (horse)
Mr Barker – dog ownerMr Trotter – horse owner
LocationsParks & Gardens Mr Bush - gardener
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We need to ensure that full safety precautions are in place for our shoot day. This includes getting a complete first aid kid, two fire extinguishers, a working phone and a crash mat for some of the falling scenes.
Making sure safety precautions are made is an essential part of video production and is necessary to help out in the event that an accident occurs.
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