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<p>Work in the film and television industry is covered under the general requirements
of the Health and Safety etc. Act 1974 and associated regulations. However, the Health
and Safety Executive (HSE) also provides extensive guidance on common or higher risk
activities encountered across multiple industries which may be applicable to activities
within film and television production, e.g. working at height or managing asbestos
(when filming on location).</p><p> </p><p>HSE also provides a range of guidance which
is specific to film and television industry that describes the various roles and responsibilities
of those within the production process (INDG360: Health and safety in audio-visual
production. Your legal duties) and information sheets for specific production activities
and risks, e.g. stunts, use of firearms and filming while using vehicles.</p><p> </p><p>All
guidance and information are freely available on the HSE website, a section of which
is dedicated to health and safety in the film, theatre and broadcasting industries.</p><p>
</p><p>Alongside this, industry specific guidance is also available from a range of
industry bodies and stakeholders.</p><p><strong> </strong></p>
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