Applicable Regulations
Method Statement — Sequence of Work
- Review this RAMS and confirm site conditions match those described before work begins.
- Brief all operatives on the hazards, controls and PPE requirements below (toolbox talk).
- Check and don all required PPE, and inspect tools and equipment before use.
- Carry out the task in line with the control measures set out in the Hazard & Risk Assessment section below.
- Maintain good housekeeping throughout — keep the work area tidy and manage waste and materials safely.
- On completion, remove tools and equipment, restore the work area, and report any incidents, near misses or changes in site conditions to the site supervisor.
- Complete the sign-off section at the end of this document before leaving site.
Hazard & Risk Assessment
Each hazard is assessed against a standard Likelihood × Severity matrix. “Initial Risk” reflects the risk before any control measures are applied; “Residual Risk” reflects the risk once the stated controls are correctly implemented on site.
Falls While Rigging Lighting from Grids or Trussing
Control: Use a fall arrest system with suitable anchor points when working aloft on lighting grids or trussing, and only competent, harness-trained riggers to work at height.
Electric Shock from Lighting Circuits
Control: Isolate and lock off circuits before connecting or adjusting fixtures where practical, and use RCD-protected distribution throughout the studio.
Falling Lamps, Barn Doors & Rigging Components
Control: Use secondary safety cables on all rigged lighting fixtures and accessories, and establish a ground-level exclusion zone beneath the rig during focus and adjustment.
Heat Hazards from Lighting Fixtures
Control: Allow lamps and fixtures to cool before handling, and maintain safe clearance between hot lights and combustible set materials.
Manual Handling of Lighting Rigs & Stands
Control: Use correct lifting technique and secure lighting stands and rigs against tipping, particularly on uneven studio floors.
Required PPE
Emergency Procedures
Fire
Stop work immediately, raise the alarm and evacuate to the designated assembly point. Do not attempt to fight a fire beyond your training. Call 999 once safely evacuated if the fire brigade has not already been alerted.
First Aid / Injury
Stop work and alert the nearest first aider or site supervisor. For a serious injury, call 999 immediately and do not move a casualty unless there is immediate danger.
Spillage / Environmental Incident
Stop work, contain the spill using the site's spill kit if safe to do so, and report it to the site supervisor immediately. Do not allow any spillage to enter a drain or watercourse.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this RAMS cover the risk of falling lighting equipment onto cast or crew below?
Yes. It includes a control requiring secondary safety cables on all rigged fixtures and a ground-level exclusion zone beneath the rig during focus and adjustment.
Do I need to keep a copy of this RAMS on site?
Yes. HSE guidance expects a copy of the RAMS — along with the completed sign-off section — to be available on site for the duration of the work, and reviewed if site conditions change.