P3 I-J: Health and Safety review

When working on the set of the trailer my jobs include, Camera & Grips, Editing, Directing, Working on Location, and Office & Production Support. This means i must follow the health and safety advice provided for these roles from the BECTU.

Camera & Grips 
Plan for the amount of electricity that is required.
Cover any cables that are being used to avoid trips or falls. Keep cable runs as short as possible and run them around the set rather than through it. Don't overheat cables by using them when they're coiled or tied up.
Provide crew with ear protection if prolonged loud noises are being used.
Take regular breaks form production, never work for longer than 12 hours a day.
Weigh down any lightweight tripods to avoid damage to the camera.

Editing
Take breaks every half hour, during the break, stretch legs, look at natural light.
If possible work on alternate screens placed at different distances to allow eyes to refocus.
Working long hours can cause you to be more prone to errors.
Work in a comfortable environment with suitable seating, air and light.
Maintain a good posture when editing.

Directing
Take care when lifting any heavy equipment, get help if an item is too heavy to avoid injury.
If working at heights, provide stable platforms and barriers to avoid falls.
Ensure everyone on set knows procedures should any accident occurs.
Carry out a full risk assessment on set to minimise the risk of accidents.

Working on Location
Carry out a full risk assessment before working on derelict or contaminated sites, theses hazards could include broken glass, unstable walls etc.
Working close to any body of water provides risks of drowning, electric shocks Therefore keep cast, crew and equipment as far away as practical.
Weather conditions should be checked, avoid working in extreme heat or cold.
Ensure the cast, crew and equipment have a safe and reliable way of getting to the location

Office and Production Support
Work in a safe and comfortable environment.
Take regular breaks and avoid straining any part of the body due to over working it.
Working alone can allow someone to become vulnerable to assault.

General health and safety include first aid being available at all times and not working overtime as this can cause stress, fatigue and errors.