1. RISK ASSESSMENT
HAZARD
Travelling to the
location
When at the
location (Alleyway)
Having expensive
equipment in a
deserted place can
be dangerous
The time when
filming is also
hazardous.
When walking in
the alleyway may be
a hazard of tripping
over because of
twigs or rocks on
the ground.
RISK
WHO IS AT
RISK
CONTROL MEASURES
COMMENTS
/ACTIONS
Can be a risk as
travelling with heavy
camera equipment
can be damaging to
your back and spinal
cord.
At the location we
are seen as
vulnerable as there
isn’t anybody around.
Risks such talking to
strangers can lead to
kidnapping or other
risks.
The cameras and
tripods may be stolen
if not careful.
-Carrier of
equipment
Ensure that travel is appropriate for
example, travelling by car or public
transport would be easier than walking to
the location.
Travel to the
location by car
-Person who is
filming
-Actresses
Ensure that at the location an adult,
which can make us seem less vulnerable if
there is adult there to protect us,
accompanies us.
Bring along an
adult to the
location to
supervise.
-Person who is
filming with the
equipment
Making sure to put equipment away
when finished to make less of a target to
thieves.
Keep equipment
hidden when
not in use.
Filming in the
evening is a risk as
when it nearly gets
dark, many accidents,
kidnappings and
other problems are
more likely to
happen.
There is a risk of
falling or tripping up
on the ground which
may lead to minor
injuries
-Everybody at
the location
Ensuring that we are aware of this
presence and maybe have a plan if
anything does happen what to do in that
situation.
Make a plan if
any of these
situations
happen what to
do.
Ensuring that we have access to a first aid
kit, which includes plasters and other
equipment that can treat minor injuries.
Invest in a first
aid kit.
-Actresses
RISK RATING
1 HIGH
2 MEDIUM
3 LOW
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TICK IF ALL
IN PLACE
2. The weather may
be a risk as if the
weather is bad it
can affect the
equipment and also
actresses may slip if
it rains and the
ground gets muddy.
If there is heavy rain
people may want to
escape the rain and
get to a shelter as
quickly as possible
and may not take
care when walking.
-Everybody
The next location
is a domestic
environment
(House).
When walking to the
bedroom there are
stairs, which may be
hazardous as the
actress can easily fall
down the stairs.
-Actresses
Ensure to carry an umbrella for when it
may rain heavily or a raincoat.
Bring a coat or
umbrella that
can protect us
from the rain
Ensure to not wear any slippery shoe
wear when walking down the stairs and
also walk down in a slow pace.
Go down the
stairs carefully.
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