Health and Safety

Despite the majority of filming taking place on the college site, there are various subjects that means extra safety precautions must be made.

When conducting a shoot, there are many risks and hazards that I need to consider and take into account. I always ensure that there is plenty of space around me and the tripod so that myself and others can move around easily. 

I also ensure that the space around me is tidy and that my tripod is visible to others so as to avoid any trips or falls which could injure people or damage the equipment. 

As well as this, I need to ensure that there aren't any sharp objects lying around and if there are, I must ensure that they are used in a safe manner to avoid any injuries to the crew I am working with and the talents.

When shooting in the photography studio or in a general classroom set up, I always make sure that everyone with me is aware of the wires and cables, and ensure that these cables and wires are spread neatly across the floor and taped down, so as to avoid an trips or falls that could cause injury or damage to the equipment. When the studio lights are not in use, they must be switched off at the wall and then left to cool before being handled again as the bulbs become very hot during use and could burn someone or break when moved. 

Equipment such as cameras, tripods, LED lights etc must be put away in a logical and safe manner so as to ensure that the next person to use them can do so safely and without being injured by any equipment falling from storage. 

Below are some images of my camera set-ups when shooting, demonstrating how to use the camera equipment safely and effectively, without causing any harm to myself or others around me.