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Injury Prevention Resources for Performing Arts & Film - Film


Film | Theatre | Music | Dance | General

The following links list tools, publications, and other resources to help prevent the most common injuries and illnesses in the performing arts and film industry. These resources may not meet all the requirements for health and safety in British Columbia. Please check the Workers Compensation Act, the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation, and related materials for specific WorkSafeBC requirements.

Focus on Safety - Safe Work Practices for Film and Television Production in B.C. BK11

This manual provides basic information about how to work safely and prevent common injuries and diseases in the film and television production industry.
Source: WorkSafeBC WorkSafeBC
* PDF (1 MB)
* Available in print from Publications, Videos and Forms Distribution or from SHAPE.

SHAPE Library

SHAPE has a lending library; as well as many documents available for download or viewing online.
Source: SHAPE, Safety and Health in Arts Production and Entertainment
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SHAPE Safety Bulletins

A variety of safety guidelines for Motion Picture/Video Production in British Columbia.
Source: SHAPE, Safety and Health in Arts Production and Entertainment
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SHAPE: Forms

A variety of health and safety resources in easy-to-use form format.
Source: SHAPE, Safety and Health in Arts Production and Entertainment
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Atmospheric Effects in the Entertainment Industry: Constituents, Exposures and Health Effects

A study on the safety of theatrical smoke and fog.
Source: University of British Columbia, School of Occupational & Environmental Hygiene
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Website of The Explosives Regulatory Division of Natural Resources Canada

This federal government division is responsible for the administration of the Canada Explosives Act - an act whose aim is to ensure the safety of Canadians in all matters related to explosives and pyrotechnics. Their web site includes information on obtaining publications, including the Pyrotechnic Special Effects Manual.
Source: Exposives Regulatory Division
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Back Talk: An Owner's Manual for Backs BK4

An illustrated handbook that explains how the back works, provides tips for avoiding injury, and shows how to care for the back during recovery. The booklet also covers situations that can cause excessive loads and describes ways to reduce the risk of injury.
Source: WorkSafeBC WorkSafeBC
* PDF (621 KB)
Updated: June 2007
* Available in print from Publications, Videos and Forms Distribution.

An Introduction to Personal Fall Protection Equipment BK60

This booklet outlines the safe use and limitations of personal fall protection equipment.
Source: WorkSafeBC WorkSafeBC
* PDF (545 KB) (Updated: September 2005)
* Available in Chinese, Spanish, and Vietnamese.
* Available in print from Publications, Videos and Forms Distribution.

Lockout BK21

This booklet defines lockout, explains lockout policy and procedures, and provides guidance on compliance with Regulation requirements.
Source: WorkSafeBC WorkSafeBC
* PDF (2 MB) (Updated: September 2005)
* Available in Chinese, Punjabi, Spanish, and Vietnamese.
* Available in print from Publications, Videos and Forms Distribution.

Preventing Heat Stress at Work BK30

This booklet provides a basic overview of job-related heat stress and explains how to recognize, treat, and prevent heat stress.
Source: WorkSafeBC WorkSafeBC
* PDF (2 MB) (Updated: February 2007)
* Available in Chinese, Punjabi, Spanish, and Vietnamese.
* Available in print from Publications, Videos and Forms Distribution.

WHMIS at Work BK40

This booklet describes the three main elements of WHMIS (WHMIS labels, MSDSs, and WHMIS education and training programs) and outlines the responsibilities of suppliers, employers, and workers for these elements.
Source: WorkSafeBC WorkSafeBC
* PDF (2 MB)
Updated: November 2005
* Available in print from Publications, Videos and Forms Distribution.

Hypothermia: Surviving the Cold PH17

"This document gives you a basic understanding of when and why hypothermia occurs. It tells you how to protect yourself from becoming a victim of harmful exposure to cold. It also tells you how to recognize the onset of hypothermia and how to treat victims of hypothermia."
Source: WorkSafeBC WorkSafeBC
* PDF (649 KB)

Prevention of Slips, Trips and Falls

OSH Answers document describes how falls happen and how to avoid falls due to slips and trips.
Source: CCOHS (Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety)
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Background and extensive guidelines on preventing injuries from slips, trips, and falls

This booklet provides background and extensive guidelines on preventing injuries from slips, trips, and falls.
Source: HSE, UK (Health and Safety Executive)
* PDF (631 KB)

Dealing with "Latex Allergies" at Work BK2

This booklet explains the health problems that may be caused by using rubber products; the natural rubber latex protein allergy, which may cause severe health problems; and sources of information on "latex allergies".
Source: WorkSafeBC WorkSafeBC
* PDF (550 KB)
* Available in print from Publications, Videos and Forms Distribution.
Updated: December 2005

Preventing Allergic Reactions to Natural Rubber Latex in the Workplace

"Describes six case reports of workers who developed latex allergy. The document also presents NIOSH recommendations for minimizing latex-related health problems in workers while protecting them from infectious materials."
Source: NIOSH (National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health)
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