Film and TV Production Location Safety Checklist
Film production accidents have resulted in serious injuries and fatalities. This inspection addresses on-set safety requirements following OSHA entertainment industry guidelines and industry safety protocols including weapons handling.
- Industry: Events & Entertainment
- Frequency: Daily (Pre-Shoot)
- Estimated Time: 30-45 minutes
- Role: Location Manager / Safety Supervisor
- Total Items: 24
Set Safety
Inspect set for general safety.
- All set construction elements structurally safe and inspected?
- No unsecured overhead elements above cast or crew?
- Set floor and walkways free of tripping hazards?
- Emergency exits from set location accessible?
Weapons and Stunt Safety
Verify weapons and stunt safety.
- Licensed armourer on set for any firearm use?
- Zero live ammunition on set - all firearms use blanks or dummy rounds only?
- SAG-AFTRA stunt coordinator for all stunt work?
- Stunt work fully rehearsed and safety walk-through completed?
Electrical and Lighting Safety
Verify electrical and lighting safety on set.
- Gaffer and electricians qualified for entertainment electrical work?
- GFCI protection on circuits in wet or outdoor locations?
- All lighting fixtures secured with safety cables?
- No field-spliced or unsafe electrical connections?
Location Permits
Verify location permits and compliance.
- Film permit from local authority obtained and on site?
- Neighboring properties notified as required by permit?
- Traffic control plan and permits for public area shoots?
- Written permission from property owner for location use?
Cast and Crew Welfare
Verify cast and crew welfare.
- Minimum turnaround time between shifts compliant with union contract?
- Meals provided per union requirements?
- First aid kit and trained first aider on set?
- SAG-AFTRA harassment reporting process communicated to all cast and crew?
Special Effects Safety
Verify special effects safety.
- Licensed Special Effects Coordinator for all practical effects?
- Fire marshal permit for fire effects on location?
- All cast and crew briefed before special effects are deployed?
- Special effects rehearsed without cast before cast involvement?
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Why Use This Film and TV Production Location Safety Checklist?
This film and tv production location safety checklist helps events & entertainment teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for location manager / safety supervisor professionals, this checklist covers 24 critical inspection points across 6 sections. Recommended frequency: daily (pre-shoot).
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Film and TV Production Location Safety Checklist cover?
This checklist covers 24 inspection items across 6 sections: Set Safety, Weapons and Stunt Safety, Electrical and Lighting Safety, Location Permits, Cast and Crew Welfare, Special Effects Safety. It is designed for events & entertainment operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed daily (pre-shoot). Each completion takes approximately 30-45 minutes.
Who should use this Film and TV Production Location Safety Checklist?
This checklist is designed for Location Manager / Safety Supervisor professionals in the events & entertainment industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.
Can I download this checklist as a PDF?
Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.