This risk assessment form identifies several hazards for the film production of "A Young Understanding" including audiences, camera equipment, flammable materials, non-fire retardant materials, crowds, and special needs of cast or crew members. For hazards rated as severe or very severe risks, actions will be taken such as warning cast and crew, allowing options to not participate, and being sensitive to special needs. The producer is responsible for informing all exposed individuals and ensuring agreed safety actions are taken.

1. RISK ASSESSMENT FORM
Shoot date Production Title Page of
17/03/17 A Young Understanding 1 of 1
Producer
Megan Byrne
Location:
Exam Hall
Address:
Harlow
College
RATINGS:
• each risks severity on scale fromNegligable (N), Low risk(L), Moderate risk (M), Severe (S), Very severe (V)
• each risks likelihood on scale fromVery unlikely (VU), Unlikely (U), Possible (P), Likely (L), Very likely (VL)
• risk factor fromthe table overleaf.
Hazard Present? Severit
y
Likelihood Risk
Facto
r
1 Alcohol/drugs N L VU 1
2 Animals/insects N L VU 1
3 Audiences VL VS VL 5
4 Camera cable/grip equipment VL VS VL 5
5 Confined spaces U N U 1
6 Derelictbuildings/dangerous structures U N VU 1
7 Electricity/gas (other than normal supplies) P N U 1
8 Fatigue/long hours P M U 2
9 Fire/flammable materials P M P 3
10 Hazardous substances VU N P 2
11 Heat/Cold/extreme weather U N U 1

2. 12 Laser/strobe effects P M U 2
13 Machinery/industrial/ crane/hoist VU N VU 1
14 Materials - glass, non-fire retardantsetmaterials P S P 3
15 Nightoperation VU N U 1
16 Noise – high sound levels P S P 3
17 Non standard manual handling U N VU 1
18 Public/crowds P S VL 5
19 Radiation U L U 2
20 Scaffold/Rostra VU N U 1
21 Smoking on set U L U 2
22 Special effects/explosives U L U 2
23 Special needs (elderly,disabled, inexperienced) P M P 3
24 Specialised rescue/firstaid U L U 2
25 Stunts, dangerous activities U L VU 1
26 Tall scenery/suspended ceilings U L VU 1
27 Vehicles/speed VU N VU 1
28 Water/proximity to water U N VU 1
29 Weapons VU N VU 1
30 Working at heights VU N U 1
31 Working overseas VU N VU 1
32 Other risks U N N 0
Calculate the Risk Factor:
Very Unlikely Unlikely Possible Likely Very Likely
Very severe 3 4 4 5 5
Severe 2 3 3 3 5
Moderate 2 2 3 3 3
Low 1 2 2 3 3
Negligible 1 1 2 2 3
Decide the action to take:
5 Very severe Take immediate action
4 Severe High priority

3. 3 Moderate Risk Programme for action
2 Low Risk Action may be required
1 Negligible Probably acceptable
Then list each risk identified
Hazard no: 3 Risk Factor: 5
Description Audiences -
As we are to be filming this scene using a whole class of extras any
acting/filming will be done in front of a group/audience. This caution is
ranked at a 5 and one that needs to be taken action on.
Person(s) exposed
(detail if cast/crew (C),
outside company (O) or
public (P) )
All those involved with filming/acting will be exposed to fellow cast
memembers
Action to take Everyone involved within the filming process will be warned before
we begin that others will be involved, if they are not comfortable with
this then they have the option to back out. We will have any extras
sign a contract prior to filming confirming that they are happy to be
filmed under said conditions.
Person/company
responsible for action
Megan Byrne and Fern Disney
To be completed at agreed later date
Exposed person(s)
informed? (y/n)
Agreed action taken? (y/n) Risk removed?
(y/n)
Hazard no: 4 Risk Factor (1-5): 5
Description Camera Equipment -
As we are to be filming at the exam hall, we will be using camera
equipment. This will include a tripod, a camera, possible wires and
other possible electrical equipment.
Person(s) exposed
(detail if cast/crew (C),
outside company (O) or
public (P) )
All cast and crew of a young understanding will be exposed to any
camera equipment as they are to be filmed.
Action to take As this risk is ranked at a 5 it is clear that action must be taken. We
will warn all cast/crew members that camera equipment is to be used,
if they are not comfortable with this they have the option to back out.
We will keep all equipment tidy and make sure no wires are
crossed/tangled in order to keep potential danger to a minimum. No
equipment will be left unattended. After filming is done equipment will
immediately be packed away.

4. Person/company
responsible for action
Megan Byrne and Fern Disney
To be completed at agreed later date
Exposed person(s)
informed? (y/n)
Agreed action taken? (y/n) Risk removed?
(y/n)
Hazard no: 9 Risk Factor (1-5): 3
Description Flammable Materials -
Though we are to be filming in a legitimate college with the protection
of fire alarms and smoke detectors, the possibility of flammable
materials is still present. This could include items of clothing that
cast/crew are wearing or even materials within the college grounds
(electrics, furniture etc)
Person(s) exposed
(detail if cast/crew (C),
outside company (O) or
public (P) )
All cast and crew of a young understanding will be exposed to any
flammable materials.
Action to take We will pre warn all cast and crew of this potential possibility. We will
limit potential of this taking place by not permitting any flammable
materials (that we are aware of) on set - for example, smoking will not
be prohibited. We will take care in checking all of our electronic
equipment is safe to use.
Person/company
responsible for action
Megan Byrne and Fern Disney
To be completed at agreed later date
Exposed person(s)
informed? (y/n)
Agreed action taken? (y/n) Risk removed?
(y/n)
Hazard no: 14 Risk Factor (1-5): 3
Description Materials - Glass, Non fire retardant etc -
As stated prior, we are to be filming at the college grounds which are
all safety checked for such materials. However, materials such as
glass from the windows or non fire retardant clothing/ furniture could
be a danger on set.
Person(s) exposed
(detail if cast/crew (C),
outside company (O) or
public (P) )
All cast and crew of A Young understadning.
Action to take We will warn all cast and crew of such possibilities. We will make
sure all filming is away from any glass/non fire retardant products
(such as windows) - if we are in contact with any products we are not
aware are non fire retardant, we will make sure all of our electrical
equipment is used with safety.

5. Person/company
responsible for action
Megan Byrne and Fern Disney
To be completed at agreed later date
Exposed person(s)
informed? (y/n)
Agreed action taken? (y/n) Risk removed?
(y/n)
Hazard no: 18 Risk Factor (1-5): 5
Description Public/Crowds -
As stated prior, filming is to be done in a group, some members of
the cast/crew may not be comfortable with acting amongst a
group/being filmed within a group
Person(s) exposed
(detail if cast/crew (C),
outside company (O) or
public (P) )
All cast and crew members of A Young Understanding
Action to take Everyone involved within the filming process will be warned before
we begin that others will be involved, if they are not comfortable with
this then they have the option to back out. We will have any extras
sign a contract prior to filming confirming that they are happy to be
filmed under said conditions.
Person/company
responsible for action
Megan Byrne and Fern Disney
To be completed at agreed later date
Exposed person(s)
informed? (y/n)
Agreed action taken? (y/n) Risk removed?
(y/n)
Hazard no: 23 Risk Factor (1-5): 3
Description Special Needs -
A member of the cast/crew may have a disability or special needs
that need to be taken care of when on set, they may not be able to
film certain scenes or complete certain parts of the acting.
Person(s) exposed
(detail if cast/crew (C),
outside company (O) or
public (P) )
All cast and crew members of A Young Understanding
Action to take All members will be warned and told what is to be expected when
filming. If a cast/crew member is uncomfortable with any of the
specification (e.g the using of strobe lighting) they have the ability to
back out. We will be sensitive when filming and make sure all needs
are cared for.

6. Person/company
responsible for action
Megan Byrne and Fern Disney
To be completed at agreed later date
Exposed person(s)
informed? (y/n)
Agreed action taken? (y/n) Risk removed?
(y/n)
Completed by:Megan Byrne Position: Director/Producer
Signature:MEGAN BYRNE Date: 16/03/17