1. FILM PRODUCTION RISK ASSESSMENT
This document is intended as a basic template to assist in the completion of a risk assessment for film production activities.
Detailed information is available from a variety of risk management and risk assessment specialists. Useful information can also be obtained
from the Health & Safety Executive www.hse.gov.uk
When conducting a risk assessment, consider all the likely hazards; who may be harmed, property which may be damaged, and the controls
already in place. Then, for each likely hazard, bearing in mind the controls already in place, record the ‘risk assessment’ level. The further
action(s) to be considered will be determined by the level of risk assessment.
HAZARD IN WHICH SCENE
IS THIS HAZARD
PRESENT?
PERSON WHO MAY
BE HARMED
PROPERTY THAT
COULD BE
DAMAGED
RISK CONTROLS
ALREADY IN PLACE
RISK ASSESSMENT
*See chart
FURTHER ACTION
TO BE TAKEN
Computer Screen Throughout Me My eyes Don’t spend to much
time at the
computer, wearing
glasses
HIGH Try not to strain
your eyes by looking
at the screen to
long
Chair Throughout Me My back, shoulders
and neck
Not sitting in the
same position/chair
for prolonged time
High Sit in the correct
position with your
back up against the
chair ad head at a
45degree angle to
the screen
Electricity Throughout Me My self No open drinks
around the
computer
Extreame No drinks at all
around the
computer

2. Risk Assessment Chart
Think about the likelihood of the potential hazard vs. the consequences if it actually happens.
Hazard likelihood / Consequences RISK ASSESSMENT
VERY LIKELY TO HAPPEN or SEVERE CONSEQUENCES (ie. Someone could get
seriously hurt)
EXTREME
Could happen or mild consequences (i.e. someone could suffer a minor
injury)
HIGH
Unlikely to happen or minor consequences (i.e. production could be slightly
delayed)
MODERATE
Rarely happens and very insignificant consequences LOW