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“We Need To Talk About Orientations”
Written by Don Parman, Manager of Performing Arts Programs and Services, Actsafe Safety Association. To get in touch withDon; donparman@actsafe.ca or call 604 733 4682 Ext. 112. YES, you need to do this for every new and young worker! YES, you should do this at the top of each call! We need to talk about orientations for […]
Motion Picture Industry Orientation Online Exam
This is the online exam for the MPPIA Motion Picture Industry Orientation Workshop. You must attend the to qualify to take this exam. This is the online exam for the MPPIA Motion Picture Industry Orientation Workshop. This exam is open book. You must first attend the workshop in order to qualify to take this exam. Once you […]
New and Young Worker Orientations Video Series
WorkSafeBC requires employers to provide all young and new workers with an orientation at each worksite. In Motion Picture and Performing Arts, locations change frequently, so Actsafe has produced a set of three videos to help supervisors, workers and employers better understand the content and requirements of such orientations.
Beyond Compliance: Making the Most of Training and Orientation
Written by Robin Schooley, Industry Specialist in the Young and New Worker Program, WorkSafeBC. When the new hires arrive and it’s your job to provide orientation and training, are you prepared? What should it look like? And should you adjust it, depending on the age of your workers? First off, the fact that you’re giving serious […]
Motion Picture Industry Orientation
Developed in partnership between Creative BC, MPPIA and industry labour organizations, this comprehensive, mandatory course provides you with the information you need to know before working on a film set.
But We’ve Already Had One Orientation; Do We Need Another?
Written by Anand Kanna, Manager of Motion Picture Programs and Services, Actsafe Safety Association. To get in touch with Anand; anandkanna@actsafe.ca or call 604 733 4682 Ext. 120. Most employers in motion picture and television realize the importance and the need for delivering an orientation to their workers. And for the most part, employers and supervisors are […]
New and Young Worker Orientation Checklist
WorkSafeBC requires that all employers must ensure that a young or new worker is given health and safety orientation and training specific to his/her workplace before the young or new worker begins work. To help employers in the film and performing arts industry come into compliance with these WorkSafe BC regulations (sect, 3.22-3.25), Actsafe’s fillable […]
Safety Scene Quarterly Newsletter – Summer 2019: Orientation
Actsafe’s new and improved quarterly newsletter Safety Scene is here, and this quarter’s theme is Orientation! The Summer Edition is filled with articles on how to carry out orientations in your workplace, tips from the orientation experts, and a production who is leading by example. Inside, you will also find a fillable New and Young Worker […]
AED LifePak CR Plus Orientation Video
Instructional video on the use of the LifePak CR-Plus AED, the centerpiece in Actsafe’s AED Program, and an essential aspect of first-aid training and delivery.
Actsafe Injury Prevention Week 2019
AIP Week 2019 is well under way! Here’s an overview of the ‘Prevention Through Orientation’ calendar, we’ll be posting resources focused on the following topics through our social media channels daily: Date Topic Monday, September 9th Orientation Basics Tuesday, September 10th Delivery & Documentation Wednesday, September 11th Role of the Supervisor Thursday, September 12th Safety […]
Supergirl: Leading By Example
Written by Jennifer Lane, Marketing and Communications Coordinator, Actsafe Safety Association. The role of a Locations Manager is to source and find locations to be used in production. It is part of their role to ensure that the location is a safe environment for the crew to be in, and one they can get […]
Injury Prevention Week
Actsafe’s Injury Prevention Week (AIP Week) is back for its second year, September 9th-13th! This year’s theme is ‘Prevention Through Orientation’ which is highlighting the importance of orientations in keeping workers in the arts and entertainment industries safe. There will be lots of interesting and engaging activities happening throughout AIP Week for you to get […]
Safety Scene – September 2016 Edition
In the September 2016 issue: Actsafe Is Going On The Road! Joint Health & Safety Committee Evaluation Tool New and Young Worker Orientation and a whole lot more! View The Actsafe Safety Scene here!
Monthly Updates, September 2019
Actsafe’s September Updates August marked the end of an extremely busy summer for Actsafe and the arts and entertainment industries. This month, Actsafe travelled to Los Angeles, attended a number of outreach events, and we welcomed a new team member. Read all about what has been happening and what is coming up this September, below. […]
Union Member Training Requirements
Please see below a list of BC Unions and their corresponding course requirements for membership and permittee status; IATSE 891 For membership: Motion Picture Safety Awareness (find further membership information here.) For permittee: this is dependant on the department you’re in, you can find a list of required courses here. IATSE 669 Motion Picture Safety Awareness WHMIS […]
Safety Scene – AED Special Edition
In this special issue, you will find: What you need to know about Cardiac Arrest Where Actsafe’s AEDs have been placed Orientation videos for the AED in our program, the Lifepak CR-Plus A SPECIAL OFFER for Level 3 First Aid / Craft Service persons and much more! View The Actsafe Safety Scene here!
Production Resources
Starting a production in British Columbia? We’ve curated a selection of important literature and resources to help provide an understanding of requirements for any new productions to create a safe and healthy workplace for your workers. Why not contact our Motion Picture Industry Advisor Anand Kanna (by mail or phone 604 733 4682 Ext. 120.) […]
Monthly Updates, August 2019
Actsafe’s August Updates July was another great month for Actsafe with a lot of exciting things happening to update you on, including; Upcoming Courses and Dates Actsafe’s Injury Prevention Week New Job Openings Outreach… and more! Make sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram to get the latest arts and entertainment safety news. See you next month! […]