Risk Assessment

Equipment

• Possible damaging of equipment during filming. To prevent this, take care when handling all equipment involved in filming and don't leave them lying around anywhere they may get damaged, such as on the floor.
• When using any electronic equipment, ensure all plugs are plugged in completely and carefully. Do not get electronic equipment into contact with any water. If it begins to rain whilst using electronic equipment, ensure it is all covered and protected from the rain water.
• If using wired equipment, ensure all wires are out of the way and don't cross any walkways where people could trip over them. Also check all wires before using the equipment, to make sure they are all intact and not coming apart.
• If using a tripod or similar stand for filming, make sure it is stable and locked in place before using it.
• Store all electronic equipment in a dry, safe place whilst not using them.

Makeup and Costume

• Cast members could have allergic reactions to makeup during filming. Test some out on a little bit of their skin beforehand and see if their is any reaction. If a reaction begins after makeup has been applied, remove immediately from person with cold water, and if reaction persists, seek medical attention.
• Shoes used for certain costumes may be impractical for running or in certain locations. Make sure all cast and crew have sensible shoes for off camera.
• Some costumes such as the long flowing cloaked costume, may create a tripping hazard for the cast member wearing them. Create costume so that it is not too long as to trip up its wearer, and get cast member to take it off when they aren't filming.

Location

• As the video is being shot in a dense wooded area, many risks and hazards will face us. Trees, roots, plants, animal burrows, all create tripping hazards and the cast must be aware of all of them as they move around the area.
• For scenes when cast must run through the forest, ensure they are fully aware of the route they are running, and make them walk it before filming, so they can spot any dangers and decide how to avoid them. If possible, stick to paths and don't go off of them too often.
• Film during the day and make sure the light is good, to make sure cast and crew can see any tree stumps or roots before they film.
• Make sure all cast and crew stick together during filming and don't get seperated unnecessarily.