Health & Safety

To ensure everything is running smoothly I have created a risk assessment chart to prevent accidents during pre-production and production

Pre-Production:

Risk/location:	Solution:
Studio- use of power tools	It’s important to wear safety clothing and goggles to prevent dust going into eyes and wearing safety clothing helps people who are walking by recognize power tools are switched on.
Cutting equipment	Carefully cut away from the body using a cutting mat which avoids the table underneath to become scratched.  Do not hold open knives as you are walking around the classroom.
Use of paint & glue	Water based equipment is safer and chemical free which does not cause great effect when inhaled or absorbed through the skin. However, it is vital for rooms to be ventilated to ensure sufficient fresh air.
Heavy equipment lifting	It is ideal for stronger members of the team to help transfer heavy equipment. By working in groups we can organise how this will be done and the people involved.
Ensure the props are safe for the performance- Plant	Because someone will be inside the plant a final check of the interior will make sure it fits safely and there is enough room to breathe. Incase sharp objects appear they must be removed and placing a soft layered wadding inside makes more comfort for the actor to wear.

Production:

Risk/location:	Solution:
Stage blackout, tripping/falling/colliding	Torches will help the crew members to see where they are going in the dark during the performance.
Scenery positioning	Markings should be clearly marked on the floor preferably in a highlighted colour
Use of paint & glue	Water based equipment is safer and chemical free which is does not cause great effect when inhaled or absorbed through the skin. However, it is vital for rooms to be ventilated to ensure sufficient fresh air.
Heavy equipment lifting / sharp objects/ padded wadding where it reaches his body	It is ideal for stronger members of the team to help transfer heavy equipment. By working in groups we can organise how this will be done and the people involved.
Ensure the props are safe for the performance- Plant	Because someone will be inside the plant a final check of the interior will make sure it fits safely and there is enough room to breathe. Incase sharp objects appear they must be removed and placing a soft layered wadding inside makes sure more comfort for the actor to wear.