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Production and Campus Safety Philosophy
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Equipment
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Pre-Production
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Live Action Production
- Live Action Production (Introduction)
- How To Behave On Set
- Set Protocol
- Safety Practices During Production
- Working with Electricity
- Working in Heat
- Shooting on/near Streets and Roadways
- Cars and Other Moving Vehicles
- Elevated Work Platforms
- Fire and Open Flames on Set
- Smoke, Fog, and Lighting Effects
- Power Tools
- Glass
- Production Trucks
- Prop Weapon Usage
- Stunts and Coordination
- Animals in Film
- Desert Insects / Animals
- Water and Boats
- Makeup and Prosthetic Materials
- Filming in the Rain
- Film Shoots on Campus
- The FV Project Form
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Animation Production
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Post-Production and Sound
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Digital and Analog Workflows
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Copyright and Clearances
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Marketing, Screening, and Distribution
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Grants and Scholarships
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Vendors and Discounts
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Contracts, Releases, and Forms
- Contracts, Release, & Forms (Introduction)
- Actor Contract/Release
- Backstage Casting
- Call Sheet Template
- Cast/Crew Sign In Sheet
- Cigarette Release
- Crew Contract/Release
- Crowdfunding Checklist
- Crowd Notice Area Signage
- Crowd Notice Audience Signage
- Emergency Medical Information
- Emergency Phone Numbers
- Event and Performance
- Extra Release
- Film Festival Submission Checklist
- General Release
- Insurance Request Form
- Location Contract
- Minor Release
- Musician/Composer Release
- Non Disclosure Agreement
- Nudity/Simulated Sex Act Rider
- One Sheet Example
- Post-Production Questionnaire
- Production/Installation Space Reservation Form
- Prop Weapons Use Notice
- Reception Request
- Right of Publicity Agreement and Copyright
- Safety Inspection Form
- Safety Meeting Attendance
- Vehicle Release
- Weapon Release Form
- Insurance for Travel Outside of the US
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School Policies
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Academic Policies
- Academic Advising
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- Grading Procedures
- Graduation Reviews
- Independent Study
- Mentoring
- Mid-Residence Reviews for BFAs
- Residence Requirements
- School of Film/Video Policy for Non-Film/Video Student Access to Equipment
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Power Tools
Power tools are dangerous unless they are handled with care and respect. If a power tool is mistreated, dropped, banged around, or gets wet, the insulation may weaken and present the possibility of a shock hazard. If the operator is standing on a wet conductive surface, the shock can be fatal. What is more, secondary wounds can occur even during mild shocks if the operator loses control of the tool.
Never carry power tools by their cords and never shut them off by yanking the cord from the receptacle. This puts too much stress on the cord and other connections. Insulating platforms, rubber gloves, and rubber mats provide an additional safety factor when working with electrically powered tools in damp locations.
Regular inspection and maintenance is important. Check the tool over before using it. Make sure it is clean and grounded and that the cord is in good condition. Check the trigger to make sure it works easily, that it does not stick, and that the power goes off quickly when the trigger is released.
When using power tools during construction, Ground Fault Circuit-Interrupter (GFCI) protection is required. Test the GFCI device to see if it is functioning properly. Portable GFCI devices are available and should be used when operating tools while standing on an outdoor grade or damp concrete.