This risk assessment checklist summarizes the risks and safety procedures for a film shoot at Codsall High School field. It identifies slipping on wet grass, tripping, and weather issues like rain as potential hazards. Preventative methods include choosing a dry area to film, being careful while filming, and stopping if it rains. The checklist confirms first aid locations and that equipment has been safety tested. Contact details for participants are also on file.
1. Risk Assessment
Checklist for Producers:
this must be completed at every venue you are working in
Codsall High School: Field
Do you have contact numbers for the venue and all other artists working on a project?
YES
Do you know where the fire exits are?
NO – NONE WE ARE OUTSIDE
Have you checked that the fire exits are clear?
N/A
Are fire assembly points clearly indicated?
N/A
Do you know where the first aid box is?
YES – STUDENT SERVICES
Are cables gaffer-taped down?
N/A
Have you informed participants about any cables/ equipment on the floor and ensure they’re
aware of risks?
YES
Have you ensured that all liquids are kept away from equipment?
YES
Has equipment been PAT tested? (if you’re loaning Hive equipment it will have been PAT tested).
YES
Have you visually checked power cables? (This should be done every time they are used).
YES
Do you know about pre-existing medical conditions for participants, and relevant issues?
YES
Have you obtained contact details for parents/ guardians? – Consent/ booking forms should be
Yes
2. completed. * WE HAVE CONSENT FORMS AND CONTACT DETAILS.
Risk Assessment Form
Name: Amy Lynch, Joshua Smith, Rebekah Ord
School: Codsall High School
Activity: Media filming
Shoot Date: October
Date of Assessment: October
Location: Field
Potential
Hazard
Person (s) at
Risk
Degree of
Risk
(Remote,
Unlikely,
Likely)
Degree of Risk
Preventative
(Major or Minor) Methods
If Accident
Occurs
Slipping on
wet grass
All
Unlikely
Minor
Make sure the
patch we film on
is dry
Check for any
injuries and if so
seek medical
assistance.
Tripping over
when filming
All
Unlikely
Minor
Make sure that
everyone takes
care and watch
where they’re
stepping
Check for any
injuries and if so
seek medical
assistance.
Weather
All
inconvenience
Unlikely
Minor
Make sure we
choose a day to
film where it isn’t
going to snow/be
too hot etc.
Check for any
injuries and if so
seek medical
assistance.
Rain water
causing the
cameras to
electrocute
them
Unlikely
Major
Keep an eye on
the weather and
stop filming if it
rains
Call 999
All