• In any workplace, access and emergency exit arrangements are subject to health and safety and fire legislation.

  • Buildings and plant must be maintained, so far as is reasonably practicable, to ensure they are safe and without risks to health.

  • Food safety is vital and food preparation is subject to stringent rules and regulations

  • Fire, explosion - and if gas does not burn properly, excess carbon monoxide is produced, which can kill.

  • Good standards of housekeeping in workplaces reduce risks of slips, trips and falls, fire and pests.

  • There are numerous compliance, regulatory and safety issues associated with any commercial kitchen set up. Read our guidance here.

  • Legionella is the bacteria that causes Legionnaires’ disease, a potentially fatal pneumonia. Legionnaires’ disease is contracted by inhaling infected water droplets.

  • Improper handling or poor planning with studio lighting can pose several risks.

  • The manual handling of loads is a major cause of injury in the workplace.

  • Deafness caused by exposure to noise at work is permanent and incurable. Exposure to noise can also cause other impairments such as tinnitus.

  • Whether moving people, equipment or vehicles, routes need to be carefully managed to ensure they remain safe, fit for purpose, and obstruction-free.

  • Visitors to premises must not be adversely affected by the company’s activities with regard to their health and safety.

  • Provision of welfare facilities aren't just a legal requirement: they directly impact the well-being, safety, and productivity of cast and crew.

  • Workplace lighting is important, it allows people to see everything adequately and makes it quicker and easier to identify and avoid hazards.