BLOG QUESTION ADV: MOVIE SET SAFETY

After reading the article on film set safety, what do you think are the biggest reasons accidents still happen on movie sets today? Choose one example from the article (like long work hours, lack of safety rules, or low budgets) and explain how you think the film industry could fix this problem. How can you relate this problem to all of your experiences in the beginning class last year?

I'd say that exhaustion is one of the most common causes of accidents on movie sets today. Long work hours and little to no breaks often cause people to let their guard down, leading to more long-term injuries and negligence. One example that the article brings up is the physical tax standing up all day has on your body. Some people develop health problems, as they constantly have to move and get little rest.  One solution to this problem is to make sure every set gives people their mandated breaks, especially those who are "below-the-line", since they're usually doing a lot of the physical work. Another solution is to not go overboard with overtime, and if possible, give an extra break for the extra hours added.