Risk Assessment

When filming, it is important to weigh all the risks and calculate how safe it is to film in different locations. When selecting our locations we had safety in mind, however there are still some thing we must be careful of when filming. 

This photo, although not being Holly's actual attic, represents what it looks like, how much space there is and the positioning of the beams. When testing out if the location was good to film in, we placed white sheets on the back of the beams, so the beams were still visible yet the attic was turned into a white landscape. The fact the beams are still visible, and the fact George (who is around 6ft) can stand up straight without hitting his head, means that looking where you are going and being sensible will not cause any head injuries, as the beams are clearly seen. 

Also, to get to the loft there is a hatch in which you climb to using ladders, when filming, we are using the other side of the loft so there is no chance of anyone falling down the hatch and hurting themselves. For extra safety we can put a box that is stored in the attic over it, so no-one can step near it. Because it is a loft, insulation has been used around the edges, just behind the beams. Even though we are filming in the centre (roughly where the carpets are in the image) there may still be a chance that you step on the insulation, however we have thought of that; clearly informing whoever is in the loft that the insulation is there, and telling them not to go beyond a certain point. Holly and her mum use this attic all the time and no injuries have been sustained, meaning that sensibility and common sense will keep anything from happening. 

When filming anything in George's garden, sensible footwear can be worn, and as we don't plan to incorporate long shots into our music video, they can be as stable as possible, possibly running shoes or trainers. This will make sure that when dancing or simply walking round the garden, our artist can remain comfortable and also not tread on anything that may be in the garden, such as thistles, bark or insects. The same can be said for Holly's garden too, as we also plan to film some shots there. For Holly's garden stable shoes to need to be worn for the same reason, as our filming takes place near flower beds and soil, something none of us probably want on our feet. It also means she won't slip if the grass is wet, or if it suddenly starts raining, she can safely run inside. When filming, the weather may be difficult to predict, meaning we will have to set a date to film, and if the weather isn't on our side we can film the interior shots. For some of these scenes outside, because we are doing a patch-work video with different outfits and styles, a raining shot would work nicely. However, we cannot allow our artist to become too cold or wet, so the option of jeans or jumpers need to be available, choosing a different outfit for every outcome of the weather, to ensure she stays safe and doesn't get ill or catch a cold. 

Gilmorton Pavillion is another place we are thinking about filming, and have planned to film. We are using the field at the back to create purely green shots, as only trees can be found in the background. 

For this shot we will need to walk through Gilmorton to get to, however, paths are available to use along the roads, or we can walk from George's house which involves walking through a close. Either way road safety must be taken into account, crossing in appropriate places and ensuring no cars are around when doing so. When we are there shoes must be worn, like in all exterior shots. 

When filming the interior car shot, our artist will be sat in that seat, however as it's an english car, the driver wheel will be just to the left of the camera. When filming we need to make sure we choose a confident and safe driver, such as a parent, as we need to ensure that no crashes occur. The camera cannot obstruct the drivers view or movement, as the most important thing is allowing him or her to drive properly. Rosa-Leigh will be sat in the seat pictured, her hand out of the window and her hair blowing. When filming we must make sure we are in locations that allow for her hand to be out of the window, that aren't too close to road signs or hedges, making sure the shot is safe to take. We can complete this shot down either Ashby Rd. or the road from Bruntingthorpe to Gilmorton. The camera may slide on the dashboard, however someone can lean through, without disrupting the driver as there is enough room.