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
Tripping over things
in cellar
All Cast and Crew Cellar equipment Unneeded objects
removed from the
cellar and
everything tucked
away.
High Cellar needs
constant checks
that it is clear and
safe.
Sharp Objects All Cast and crew Camera equipment Sharp objects
covered or removed
from location
Extreme Sharp objects to
remain out of
location at all times
Smashed glass All Cast and crew n/a Sweeping up as
soon as the glass is
spotted
High Any glass spotted
must be swept up
immediately
Risk Assessment Chart

2. 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