About the Book:

Covering all aspects of production safety, Production Safety for Film, TV and Video is an invaluable reference guide for the independent program maker, freelancer, manager, producer, tutor and student filmmaker.

Robin Small identifies all the major risks and gives advice on how to control and/or eliminate them. Each hazard section includes useful references to the relevant legislation, documents and licenses, as well as addresses of organizations for essential advice and recommended further reading.

Important information about hazard identification, risk assessment and safety policy is provided in the chapters covering legislation, health and safety management, personal protective equipment and insurance.

Particular hazards are then split into individual sections for ease of reference. These hazards include: Asbestos, Cranes, Explosives, and pyrotechnics; Food and catering; Manual handing and lifting; Visual display screens; Working at heights; and more. The appendices provide comprehensive contact information for UK and European Heath and Safety sources. They also include sample forms to draw up your own safety system.

About the Author:

Robin Small is Senior Lecturer in Television, Media Department at the University of Huddersfield. He runs production safety courses for the Independent TV Training Association.