Task 9: Filming: Detailed Risk Assessment

Hazard: Risk	To whom:	Uncontrolled Risk Severity x Likelihood  = Risk Rating			Control Risk By:	Residual Risk: Severity x Likelihood  = Risk Rating			Further Action Recommended:
		Severity	Likelihood	Risk Rating		Severity	Likelihood	Risk Rating
Tripping	Actors and production team	1	3	M Medium	Ensure that all actors and members of the production team are wearing suitable footwear when filming. Also tape down any loose wires along the floor and keep the legs of the tripods clear from pathways, to eradicate main tripping hazards. Clear main filming areas of furniture and objects that aren’t required for filming purposes.	1	2	L Low	Venues and areas used for filming will remain well lit through the duration of the process. Actors and production members should also be alerted   of potential hazards created by the equipment on the site.
Cuts and other minor injuries	Actors and production team	2	1	M Medium	Inspect all equipment for sharp edges and broken or rough surfaces before use. Then check the surrounding areas for sharp objects that could present danger before commencing filming.	1	1	L Low	Ensure a first aid kit and someone trained in first aid is present during filming and/ or easily accessible.
Food related injuries E.g. burns, scolds, choking and allergic reactions.	Actors and production team.	3	2	H High	Have a qualified first aider and a phone to contact emergency services present at all times during filming. Any food and/ or drink consumed will be provided by reliable sources and will be accurately labelled for allergens.	2	1	M Medium	Make sure that all members of the filming process are given a break long enough to give them the time needed to safely consume any refreshments if needed.
Fire and electric shocks.	Actors, the production team and members of the public.	5	1	H High	Check all electrical equipment for any faults of damage that could result in an electrical fire of electric shock. Also locate nearby fire extinguishers and sources of water. Do not handle any electrical equipment if they come into contact with water, unless they have a secure watertight casing.	3	1	M Medium	Make sure that the fire evacuation procedure for the areas of filming   are identified and recognised by everyone involved in the process of filming. Keep any substantial amounts of water away from electrical equipment during filming.
Antisocial behaviour from participant in filming or members of the public.	Actors, members of the production team and members of the public.	3	4	H High	Brief all individuals involved in the process of filming to clarify that any antisocial behaviour and time wasting will be unacceptable, as time allocated to filming will be limited.	2	1	L Low	Attempt to film all scenes set outside at times of the day when fewer members of the public will be present. When filming inside of a building, choose a quiet space, removed from other members of the public.