Health and Safety - Carla

Health and Safety is a very important aspect when filming as we are placing ourselves in a different environment while concentrating on the camera and getting the right shot. This could lead to us being distracted and perhaps not concentrating as well as we should on our surroundings leading to an accident. This link here is to the BBC Film Network on FilmMaking, and it gives an example of a possible risk.

As we will be filming with a GoPro during 2 vehicle journeys, we will have to make sure the GoPro is securely fitted to the Motorbike and Car not only with the suction mechanism but also with string on Jame's bike to ensure it defintely will not fall off, in the event of the sucker loosening. We also will set up the GoPro in a safe and secure environment before we leave, and when we want to change the place of the camera we will pull in to a safe place off the main roads.

James will be sure to wear all his protective leathers, helmet, gloves and boots to keep safe whilst riding on his Motorbike. We will also be careful not to distract Harrison while he is driving in the car, if we are in the back filming.

The GoPro Suction device

As we are filming on the downs in a car park so we will have to park in a sensible place, so we're not in the way of any other people wanting to park there. We also will be on uneven terrain and will have to look out for potential tripping hazards. Additionally, we will be at the top of the Downs, which is very windy so we shall make sure we dress appropiately.

We also will have to check the weather before we go as we don't want poor lighting ruining our shots, and because we don't want it to be in the rain.

For our props we use a package. This is just going to be an empty box wrapped up so if we drop it it won't break. We will also be sure to carry a first aid kit in Harrison's car just in case of any accidents.