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SUMMARY:Fire Warden Theory
DESCRIPTION:This course is for anyone designated as Fire Marshal / Fire Warden who is allocated to fire safety responsibilities in the prevention of fires and implementing orderly fire evacuations should a fire occur. \nIt also helps employers to meet their statutory insurance obligations and to protect staff and property under current fire safety legislation such as The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. \nBulk Discounts Available \nNeed multiple places?A company course delivered online or in person may be more cost-effective. Contact us for details. \nCONTACTThis course does not include practical fire extinguisher trainingAims & Objectives\nTo enable employers to meet their statutory insurance obligations and to protect staff and property under current fire safety legislation\, i.e. The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. \nEnabling Fire Marshalls / Wardens to achieve a thorough awareness and understanding of the threat posed by fire\, their personal responsibility in preventing an outbreak and the action to be taken should a fire occur. \nWho Is It For?\nDesigned for all staff designated as “Fire Warden” or “Fire Marshal”.  \nThis course has been designed to ensure that attendees achieve a thorough awareness and understanding of the threat posed by fire\, their personal responsibility in preventing an outbreak and the action to be taken should a fire occur. \nCourse Content\nThis course incorporates both the theoretical and practical* aspects of Fire Warden/Marshal training\, including: \n\nFire Legislation;\nCommon Causes of Fire and their prevention;\nSafety Features Within Buildings;\nFire Risk Assessment (as a Fire Warden Role);\nPeoples behaviour in fire situations;\nWhat to do in Case of Fire (including use of Fire Extinguishers);\nSafe Evacuation of Premises;\nAction at Assembly Points.\n\n*This course does not include practical extinguisher training. \nQualifications\nFire Warden/Fire Marshal certificate\, valid for 3 years. \nDuration\nUp to 2 hours. \nTerms and Conditions \n6 working days’ notice of cancellation/postponement prior to the start of the course must be given. Failure to do so will lead to a 75% cancellation fee. Courses cancelled/postponed within 48 hours or less prior to the start of the course will incur a 100% fee. \nCourses may be rescheduled once only and must be rescheduled within 2 weeks of the original course date to avoid the 75% fee. See full Terms and Conditions.
URL:https://data-firstoption.group/event/fwt-2026-05-14/
CATEGORIES:FWT
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LOCATION:https://data-firstoption.group/event/fwt-2026-05-14/
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SUMMARY:Sustainability in Production
DESCRIPTION:This is a practical\, reality-based introduction to reducing environmental impact across scripted\, unscripted and commercials. \nDesigned for busy production teams\, this course cuts through the jargon and hype to show what sustainability really means on set; legally\, operationally\, and creatively. \nCourse Aims & Objectives\nBy the end of the course\, participants will: \nKnowledge \n\nUnderstand the foundations of sustainability (People\, Planet\, Profit) and why it matters to production.\nLearn key UK laws and governance affecting production.\nUnderstand carbon emissions across Scope 1\, 2 and 3 and how they apply to film and TV.\n\nSkills \n\nRecognise high-impact areas of production.\nIdentify practical low-carbon alternatives\, including EV transport\, hybrid power\, HVO\, hydrogen carriers\, and battery systems.\nConfidently interpret and use carbon calculators and emissions data.\nIntegrate sustainability planning into recces\, budgets\, schedules\, and department briefs.\n\nApplication \n\nImplement realistic sustainability actions tailored to production budgets and constraints.\nSpot common pitfalls\, greenwashing risks\, and compliance issues.\nCreate and champion department-level sustainability initiatives.\nWork effectively with sustainability teams\, suppliers\, and industry organisations.\n\nWho Is It For?\nThis course is designed for anyone working in film\, TV\, streaming\, or branded content who needs a practical understanding of sustainability: \n\nProducers and Line Producers\nProduction Managers and Coordinators\n1st ADs and Production AD teams\nHODs\nSustainability Managers and Production Executives\nFreelance crew wanting to upskill\nStudios\, facilities companies\, and suppliers\n\nNo prior sustainability knowledge is required. Ideal for productions working toward sustainability certifications\, company ESG goals or internal targets. \nCourse Content\n1. Sustainability Fundamentals \n\nWhat sustainability really means\nHow production impacts the environment\nHow climate change is already impacting production schedules\, budgets\, and risk\n\n2. UK Governance and Regulation \n\nOverview of old and new legislation\nNew CMA enforcement powers\n\n3. Carbon Emissions & the GHG Protocol \n\nScope 1\, 2\, and 3 emissions explained for production\nWhere emissions really sit in film/TV\nWhy transport\, generators\, and materials dominate operational footprint\n\n4. Practical Solutions for Production \n\nWhat productions are already doing\nWhat “good” looks like\nHOD-level responsibilities and achievable on-set behaviours\nHow to set up a sustainability council on production\n\n5. Transport \n\nElectric Vehicle (EV) pros and cons\nCharging realities\, range\, and cost considerations\nMobile EV charging options\nTransport policies including anti-idling\, ride sharing\, and local crew\nTips for low-budget productions\n\n6. Power Solutions \n\nDiesel vs alternatives\nHVO / biodiesel\nHydrogen\nBattery systems & hybrid power\nSolar\, energy storage\, microgrids\n\n7. Materials\, Waste & Logistics \n\nCostume/props reuse and recycling\nSet circularity: storage\, gifting\, recycling\nEco paints and materials\nBlockchain\, logistics apps\, and digital tools\n\n8. Food\, Facilities & Behavioural Actions \n\nMeat-free days\nPortioning\, waste segregation\, and anaerobic digestion\nWater bottle policy\nEngagement apps for cast and contributors\nReward schemes for departments\n\n9. Carbon Calculation \n\nWhat carbon calculators measure\nInterpreting data and avoiding common errors\nLinking metrics to actual behaviour change\nCrediting and reporting best practice\n\n10. Industry Organisations \n\nOverview of key groups and initiatives supporting sustainable production\n\n11. Q&A / Discussion \nDuration\nUp to 2 hours. \nPlease note we are currently seeking accreditation for this course from Albert but have not yet received it. \nTerms and Conditions \n6 working days’ notice of cancellation/postponement prior to the start of the course must be given. Failure to do so will lead to a 75% cancellation fee. Courses cancelled/postponed within 48 hours or less prior to the start of the course will incur a 100% fee. \nCourses may be rescheduled once only and must be rescheduled within 2 weeks of the original course date to avoid the 75% fee. See full Terms and Conditions. \nProduction SustainabilitySurvey  Takes two minutesOnly 5 questionsGives you insight and adviceHave your say! Got Two Minutes?We’re gathering quick insights from industry professionals about what really helps – and what still gets in the way – when making productions more sustainable. \nYour answers to five short questions will help us understand the current landscape and directly inform our future training and other sustainability resources. \nTAKE THE SURVEY
URL:https://data-firstoption.group/event/sustainability-in-production-5/
CATEGORIES:SIP
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SUMMARY:Risk Management of Productions
DESCRIPTION:Designed to give you a broad overview of the health\, safety and environmental issues to be considered when making programmes or films. \nThe course will explain why risk management is needed in production and give practical methods of how it should be tackled. It is recognised that mental health and culture have both grown in importance to production management in recent times and this course discusses the key approaches in dealing with these critical topic areas. The session also identifies available resources for environmental sustainability management. \nPART OF THE PRODUCTION SAFETY PASSPORT SCHEME \nBulk Discounts Available \nNeed more than five places?A company course delivered online or in person may be more cost-effective. Contact us for details. \nCONTACTAims & Objectives\n\nA broad overview of the risk management issues to be considered during the making of programmes\, including hazard identification\, risk assessment and good health\, safety and environmental management\nThe opportunity to analyse and discuss the risk management techniques used on production including hazard identification and risk assessment\nDiscuss good health and safety management on location\nInformation about risk management policy and procedures\, including how productions should interact with their contractors and others\nTo provide information about the legal framework\n\nWho Is It For?\nFor those who manage people\, safety on production and/or complete/approve risk assessments. \nThis includes Executive Producers\, Production Executives\, Line Producers\, Series Producers\, Producers\, Assistant Producers\, Directors of Photography\, 1st Assistant Directors\, 2nd Assistant Directors\, 3rd AD\, Production Managers\, Production Coordinators\, Heads of Departments etc. \nCourse Content\nThe course concentrates on the practical aspects of safely managing a production: \n\nRoles and responsibilities in programme making\, both within the production team and those outside\nThe potential pitfalls of risk management and how these may impact upon the programme making process\nApplication of risk management principles using real-life case study examples\nHow to establish and maintain control through clearly defined occupational risk roles and responsibilities\n\nQualifications\nThe Production Safety Passport (PSP) is an industry-led scheme to support the mutual recognition of health and safety training in the Creative Media Industries. The same health and safety skills are needed across a range of creative media sectors that are involved in film and television production. \nThat’s why ScreenSkills have worked with the industry to create the Health and Safety Framework\, an agreement across sectors about which qualifications or training courses are needed for priority production roles. It means that training and qualifications you do with one employer will be recognised and valued by your next employer. \nUpon successfully completing this programme\, you will gain a PSP certificate via the ScreenSkills website which employers can use to verify your level of training – this is valid for 5 years. Further details of the PSP can be found here. \nDuration\n1 day (6 hours) \nTerms and Conditions \n6 working days’ notice of cancellation/postponement prior to the start of the course must be given. Failure to do so will lead to a 75% cancellation fee. Courses cancelled/postponed within 48 hours or less prior to the start of the course will incur a 100% fee. \nCourses may be rescheduled once only and must be rescheduled within 2 weeks of the original course date to avoid the 75% fee. See full Terms and Conditions.
URL:https://data-firstoption.group/event/rmp-2026-05-06/
CATEGORIES:RMP
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LOCATION:https://data-firstoption.group/event/rmp-2026-05-06/
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SUMMARY:Mental Health First Aid
DESCRIPTION:Why train your crew as MHFAiders?  \nMHFAiders are essential to maintaining employee wellbeing. You will gain: \n\nA deeper understanding of mental health and the factors that can affect people’s wellbeing\nPractical skills to spot the triggers and signs of mental health issues\nThe confidence to step in and support someone in the workplace by guiding them to appropriate support\nThree years access to the MHFAider Support App® with 24/7 digital support\nAccess to exclusive resources\, ongoing learning opportunities\, and the benefit of joining England’s largest community of trained MHFAiders\n\nWhy choose MHFA England training? \n\nMHFA England training is key for creating a healthy workplace where the mental and physical health of employees are valued equally\n91% of people had a better understanding of mental health after completing their MHFA England course\nSince MHFA England was founded in 2007\, their Instructor Members have provided training to over 20\,000 workplaces equating to hundreds and thousands of MHFAiders\n\nMHFA England Instructor Member training is accredited by the Royal Society of Public Health\, meaning a quality assured and consistent training experience. \nIN HOUSE COURSES \nNeed multiple places?We can deliver courses exclusively for your company too. Contact us for details. \nCONTACTWhy train your crew as MHFAiders? \nMHFAiders are essential to maintaining employee wellbeing. You will gain: \n\nA deeper understanding of mental health and the factors that can affect people’s wellbeing\nPractical skills to spot the triggers and signs of mental health issues\nThe confidence to step in and support someone in the workplace by guiding them to appropriate support\nThree years access to the MHFAider Support App® with 24/7 digital support\nAccess to exclusive resources\, ongoing learning opportunities\, and the benefit of joining England’s largest community of trained MHFAiders\n\nWhy choose MHFA England training?\nWhy choose MHFA England training? \n\nMHFA England training is key for creating a healthy workplace where the mental and physical health of employees are valued equally\n91% of people had a better understanding of mental health after completing their MHFA England course\nSince MHFA England was founded in 2007\, their Instructor Members have provided training to over 20\,000 workplaces equating to hundreds and thousands of MHFAiders\nMHFA England Instructor Member training is accredited by the Royal Society of Public Health\, meaning a quality assured and consistent training experience\n\nDetails\nThis is a two day\, in person course\, running 09:30 to 17:30. \nYou must attend the course in full to be certified as a Mental Health First Aider. \nTerms and Conditions \n6 working days’ notice of cancellation/postponement prior to the start of the course must be given. Failure to do so will lead to a 75% cancellation fee. Courses cancelled/postponed within 48 hours or less prior to the start of the course will incur a 100% fee. \nCourses may be rescheduled once only and must be rescheduled within 2 weeks of the original course date to avoid the 75% fee. See full Terms and Conditions.
URL:https://data-firstoption.group/event/mental-health-first-aid/
LOCATION:First Option Safety | London EC3\, 2nd Floor Exchequer Court\, 33 St Mary Axe\, London\, EC3A 8AA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:MHFA
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SUMMARY:Risk Management of Productions
DESCRIPTION:Designed to give you a broad overview of the health\, safety and environmental issues to be considered when making programmes or films. \nThe course will explain why risk management is needed in production and give practical methods of how it should be tackled. It is recognised that mental health and culture have both grown in importance to production management in recent times and this course discusses the key approaches in dealing with these critical topic areas. The session also identifies available resources for environmental sustainability management. \nPART OF THE PRODUCTION SAFETY PASSPORT SCHEME \nBulk Discounts Available \nNeed more than five places?A company course delivered online or in person may be more cost-effective. Contact us for details. \nCONTACTAims & Objectives\n\nA broad overview of the risk management issues to be considered during the making of programmes\, including hazard identification\, risk assessment and good health\, safety and environmental management\nThe opportunity to analyse and discuss the risk management techniques used on production including hazard identification and risk assessment\nDiscuss good health and safety management on location\nInformation about risk management policy and procedures\, including how productions should interact with their contractors and others\nTo provide information about the legal framework\n\nWho Is It For?\nFor those who manage people\, safety on production and/or complete/approve risk assessments. \nThis includes Executive Producers\, Production Executives\, Line Producers\, Series Producers\, Producers\, Assistant Producers\, Directors of Photography\, 1st Assistant Directors\, 2nd Assistant Directors\, 3rd AD\, Production Managers\, Production Coordinators\, Heads of Departments etc. \nCourse Content\nThe course concentrates on the practical aspects of safely managing a production: \n\nRoles and responsibilities in programme making\, both within the production team and those outside\nThe potential pitfalls of risk management and how these may impact upon the programme making process\nApplication of risk management principles using real-life case study examples\nHow to establish and maintain control through clearly defined occupational risk roles and responsibilities\n\nQualifications\nThe Production Safety Passport (PSP) is an industry-led scheme to support the mutual recognition of health and safety training in the Creative Media Industries. The same health and safety skills are needed across a range of creative media sectors that are involved in film and television production. \nThat’s why ScreenSkills have worked with the industry to create the Health and Safety Framework\, an agreement across sectors about which qualifications or training courses are needed for priority production roles. It means that training and qualifications you do with one employer will be recognised and valued by your next employer. \nUpon successfully completing this programme\, you will gain a PSP certificate via the ScreenSkills website which employers can use to verify your level of training – this is valid for 5 years. Further details of the PSP can be found here. \nDuration\n1 day (6 hours) \nTerms and Conditions \n6 working days’ notice of cancellation/postponement prior to the start of the course must be given. Failure to do so will lead to a 75% cancellation fee. Courses cancelled/postponed within 48 hours or less prior to the start of the course will incur a 100% fee. \nCourses may be rescheduled once only and must be rescheduled within 2 weeks of the original course date to avoid the 75% fee. See full Terms and Conditions.
URL:https://data-firstoption.group/event/rmp-2026-04-23/
CATEGORIES:RMP
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ORGANIZER;CN="First Option Training":MAILTO:training@firstoption.group
LOCATION:https://data-firstoption.group/event/rmp-2026-04-23/
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260415T120000
DTSTAMP:20260410T194734
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SUMMARY:Sustainability in Production
DESCRIPTION:This is a practical\, reality-based introduction to reducing environmental impact across scripted\, unscripted and commercials. \nDesigned for busy production teams\, this course cuts through the jargon and hype to show what sustainability really means on set; legally\, operationally\, and creatively. \nCourse Aims & Objectives\nBy the end of the course\, participants will: \nKnowledge \n\nUnderstand the foundations of sustainability (People\, Planet\, Profit) and why it matters to production.\nLearn key UK laws and governance affecting production.\nUnderstand carbon emissions across Scope 1\, 2 and 3 and how they apply to film and TV.\n\nSkills \n\nRecognise high-impact areas of production.\nIdentify practical low-carbon alternatives\, including EV transport\, hybrid power\, HVO\, hydrogen carriers\, and battery systems.\nConfidently interpret and use carbon calculators and emissions data.\nIntegrate sustainability planning into recces\, budgets\, schedules\, and department briefs.\n\nApplication \n\nImplement realistic sustainability actions tailored to production budgets and constraints.\nSpot common pitfalls\, greenwashing risks\, and compliance issues.\nCreate and champion department-level sustainability initiatives.\nWork effectively with sustainability teams\, suppliers\, and industry organisations.\n\nWho Is It For?\nThis course is designed for anyone working in film\, TV\, streaming\, or branded content who needs a practical understanding of sustainability: \n\nProducers and Line Producers\nProduction Managers and Coordinators\n1st ADs and Production AD teams\nHODs\nSustainability Managers and Production Executives\nFreelance crew wanting to upskill\nStudios\, facilities companies\, and suppliers\n\nNo prior sustainability knowledge is required. Ideal for productions working toward sustainability certifications\, company ESG goals or internal targets. \nCourse Content\n1. Sustainability Fundamentals \n\nWhat sustainability really means\nHow production impacts the environment\nHow climate change is already impacting production schedules\, budgets\, and risk\n\n2. UK Governance and Regulation \n\nOverview of old and new legislation\nNew CMA enforcement powers\n\n3. Carbon Emissions & the GHG Protocol \n\nScope 1\, 2\, and 3 emissions explained for production\nWhere emissions really sit in film/TV\nWhy transport\, generators\, and materials dominate operational footprint\n\n4. Practical Solutions for Production \n\nWhat productions are already doing\nWhat “good” looks like\nHOD-level responsibilities and achievable on-set behaviours\nHow to set up a sustainability council on production\n\n5. Transport \n\nElectric Vehicle (EV) pros and cons\nCharging realities\, range\, and cost considerations\nMobile EV charging options\nTransport policies including anti-idling\, ride sharing\, and local crew\nTips for low-budget productions\n\n6. Power Solutions \n\nDiesel vs alternatives\nHVO / biodiesel\nHydrogen\nBattery systems & hybrid power\nSolar\, energy storage\, microgrids\n\n7. Materials\, Waste & Logistics \n\nCostume/props reuse and recycling\nSet circularity: storage\, gifting\, recycling\nEco paints and materials\nBlockchain\, logistics apps\, and digital tools\n\n8. Food\, Facilities & Behavioural Actions \n\nMeat-free days\nPortioning\, waste segregation\, and anaerobic digestion\nWater bottle policy\nEngagement apps for cast and contributors\nReward schemes for departments\n\n9. Carbon Calculation \n\nWhat carbon calculators measure\nInterpreting data and avoiding common errors\nLinking metrics to actual behaviour change\nCrediting and reporting best practice\n\n10. Industry Organisations \n\nOverview of key groups and initiatives supporting sustainable production\n\n11. Q&A / Discussion \nDuration\nUp to 2 hours. \nPlease note we are currently seeking accreditation for this course from Albert but have not yet received it. \nTerms and Conditions \n6 working days’ notice of cancellation/postponement prior to the start of the course must be given. Failure to do so will lead to a 75% cancellation fee. Courses cancelled/postponed within 48 hours or less prior to the start of the course will incur a 100% fee. \nCourses may be rescheduled once only and must be rescheduled within 2 weeks of the original course date to avoid the 75% fee. See full Terms and Conditions. \nProduction SustainabilitySurvey  Takes two minutesOnly 5 questionsGives you insight and adviceHave your say! Got Two Minutes?We’re gathering quick insights from industry professionals about what really helps – and what still gets in the way – when making productions more sustainable. \nYour answers to five short questions will help us understand the current landscape and directly inform our future training and other sustainability resources. \nTAKE THE SURVEY
URL:https://data-firstoption.group/event/sustainability-in-production-4/
CATEGORIES:SIP
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ORGANIZER;CN="First Option Training":MAILTO:training@firstoption.group
LOCATION:https://data-firstoption.group/event/sustainability-in-production-4/
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260409T160000
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SUMMARY:Risk Management of Productions
DESCRIPTION:Designed to give you a broad overview of the health\, safety and environmental issues to be considered when making programmes or films. \nThe course will explain why risk management is needed in production and give practical methods of how it should be tackled. It is recognised that mental health and culture have both grown in importance to production management in recent times and this course discusses the key approaches in dealing with these critical topic areas. The session also identifies available resources for environmental sustainability management. \nPART OF THE PRODUCTION SAFETY PASSPORT SCHEME \nBulk Discounts Available \nNeed more than five places?A company course delivered online or in person may be more cost-effective. Contact us for details. \nCONTACTAims & Objectives\n\nA broad overview of the risk management issues to be considered during the making of programmes\, including hazard identification\, risk assessment and good health\, safety and environmental management\nThe opportunity to analyse and discuss the risk management techniques used on production including hazard identification and risk assessment\nDiscuss good health and safety management on location\nInformation about risk management policy and procedures\, including how productions should interact with their contractors and others\nTo provide information about the legal framework\n\nWho Is It For?\nFor those who manage people\, safety on production and/or complete/approve risk assessments. \nThis includes Executive Producers\, Production Executives\, Line Producers\, Series Producers\, Producers\, Assistant Producers\, Directors of Photography\, 1st Assistant Directors\, 2nd Assistant Directors\, 3rd AD\, Production Managers\, Production Coordinators\, Heads of Departments etc. \nCourse Content\nThe course concentrates on the practical aspects of safely managing a production: \n\nRoles and responsibilities in programme making\, both within the production team and those outside\nThe potential pitfalls of risk management and how these may impact upon the programme making process\nApplication of risk management principles using real-life case study examples\nHow to establish and maintain control through clearly defined occupational risk roles and responsibilities\n\nQualifications\nThe Production Safety Passport (PSP) is an industry-led scheme to support the mutual recognition of health and safety training in the Creative Media Industries. The same health and safety skills are needed across a range of creative media sectors that are involved in film and television production. \nThat’s why ScreenSkills have worked with the industry to create the Health and Safety Framework\, an agreement across sectors about which qualifications or training courses are needed for priority production roles. It means that training and qualifications you do with one employer will be recognised and valued by your next employer. \nUpon successfully completing this programme\, you will gain a PSP certificate via the ScreenSkills website which employers can use to verify your level of training – this is valid for 5 years. Further details of the PSP can be found here. \nDuration\n1 day (6 hours) \nTerms and Conditions \n6 working days’ notice of cancellation/postponement prior to the start of the course must be given. Failure to do so will lead to a 75% cancellation fee. Courses cancelled/postponed within 48 hours or less prior to the start of the course will incur a 100% fee. \nCourses may be rescheduled once only and must be rescheduled within 2 weeks of the original course date to avoid the 75% fee. See full Terms and Conditions.
URL:https://data-firstoption.group/event/rmp-2026-04-09/
CATEGORIES:RMP
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ORGANIZER;CN="First Option Training":MAILTO:training@firstoption.group
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T130013Z
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SUMMARY:Risk Management of Productions
DESCRIPTION:Designed to give you a broad overview of the health\, safety and environmental issues to be considered when making programmes or films. \nThe course will explain why risk management is needed in production and give practical methods of how it should be tackled. It is recognised that mental health and culture have both grown in importance to production management in recent times and this course discusses the key approaches in dealing with these critical topic areas. The session also identifies available resources for environmental sustainability management. \nPART OF THE PRODUCTION SAFETY PASSPORT SCHEME \nBulk Discounts Available \nNeed more than five places?A company course delivered online or in person may be more cost-effective. Contact us for details. \nCONTACTAims & Objectives\n\nA broad overview of the risk management issues to be considered during the making of programmes\, including hazard identification\, risk assessment and good health\, safety and environmental management\nThe opportunity to analyse and discuss the risk management techniques used on production including hazard identification and risk assessment\nDiscuss good health and safety management on location\nInformation about risk management policy and procedures\, including how productions should interact with their contractors and others\nTo provide information about the legal framework\n\nWho Is It For?\nFor those who manage people\, safety on production and/or complete/approve risk assessments. \nThis includes Executive Producers\, Production Executives\, Line Producers\, Series Producers\, Producers\, Assistant Producers\, Directors of Photography\, 1st Assistant Directors\, 2nd Assistant Directors\, 3rd AD\, Production Managers\, Production Coordinators\, Heads of Departments etc. \nCourse Content\nThe course concentrates on the practical aspects of safely managing a production: \n\nRoles and responsibilities in programme making\, both within the production team and those outside\nThe potential pitfalls of risk management and how these may impact upon the programme making process\nApplication of risk management principles using real-life case study examples\nHow to establish and maintain control through clearly defined occupational risk roles and responsibilities\n\nQualifications\nThe Production Safety Passport (PSP) is an industry-led scheme to support the mutual recognition of health and safety training in the Creative Media Industries. The same health and safety skills are needed across a range of creative media sectors that are involved in film and television production. \nThat’s why ScreenSkills have worked with the industry to create the Health and Safety Framework\, an agreement across sectors about which qualifications or training courses are needed for priority production roles. It means that training and qualifications you do with one employer will be recognised and valued by your next employer. \nUpon successfully completing this programme\, you will gain a PSP certificate via the ScreenSkills website which employers can use to verify your level of training – this is valid for 5 years. Further details of the PSP can be found here. \nDuration\n1 day (6 hours) \nTerms and Conditions \n6 working days’ notice of cancellation/postponement prior to the start of the course must be given. Failure to do so will lead to a 75% cancellation fee. Courses cancelled/postponed within 48 hours or less prior to the start of the course will incur a 100% fee. \nCourses may be rescheduled once only and must be rescheduled within 2 weeks of the original course date to avoid the 75% fee. See full Terms and Conditions.
URL:https://data-firstoption.group/event/rmp-2026-03-26/
CATEGORIES:RMP
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cdn.data-firstoption.group/wp-content/uploads/20241113192735/Arri.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="First Option Training":MAILTO:training@firstoption.group
LOCATION:https://data-firstoption.group/event/rmp-2026-03-26/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260318T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260318T120000
DTSTAMP:20260410T194734
CREATED:20251222T131145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T131145Z
UID:10000136-1773828000-1773835200@data-firstoption.group
SUMMARY:Fire Warden Theory
DESCRIPTION:This course is for anyone designated as Fire Marshal / Fire Warden who is allocated to fire safety responsibilities in the prevention of fires and implementing orderly fire evacuations should a fire occur. \nIt also helps employers to meet their statutory insurance obligations and to protect staff and property under current fire safety legislation such as The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. \nBulk Discounts Available \nNeed multiple places?A company course delivered online or in person may be more cost-effective. Contact us for details. \nCONTACTThis course does not include practical fire extinguisher trainingAims & Objectives\nTo enable employers to meet their statutory insurance obligations and to protect staff and property under current fire safety legislation\, i.e. The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. \nEnabling Fire Marshalls / Wardens to achieve a thorough awareness and understanding of the threat posed by fire\, their personal responsibility in preventing an outbreak and the action to be taken should a fire occur. \nWho Is It For?\nDesigned for all staff designated as “Fire Warden” or “Fire Marshal”.  \nThis course has been designed to ensure that attendees achieve a thorough awareness and understanding of the threat posed by fire\, their personal responsibility in preventing an outbreak and the action to be taken should a fire occur. \nCourse Content\nThis course incorporates both the theoretical and practical* aspects of Fire Warden/Marshal training\, including: \n\nFire Legislation;\nCommon Causes of Fire and their prevention;\nSafety Features Within Buildings;\nFire Risk Assessment (as a Fire Warden Role);\nPeoples behaviour in fire situations;\nWhat to do in Case of Fire (including use of Fire Extinguishers);\nSafe Evacuation of Premises;\nAction at Assembly Points.\n\n*This course does not include practical extinguisher training. \nQualifications\nFire Warden/Fire Marshal certificate\, valid for 3 years. \nDuration\nUp to 2 hours. \nTerms and Conditions \n6 working days’ notice of cancellation/postponement prior to the start of the course must be given. Failure to do so will lead to a 75% cancellation fee. Courses cancelled/postponed within 48 hours or less prior to the start of the course will incur a 100% fee. \nCourses may be rescheduled once only and must be rescheduled within 2 weeks of the original course date to avoid the 75% fee. See full Terms and Conditions.
URL:https://data-firstoption.group/event/fwt-2026-03-18/
CATEGORIES:FWT
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cdn.data-firstoption.group/wp-content/uploads/20241113192732/Fire-Marshall.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="First Option Training":MAILTO:training@firstoption.group
LOCATION:https://data-firstoption.group/event/fwt-2026-03-18/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260311T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260311T120000
DTSTAMP:20260410T194734
CREATED:20260205T155417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T140636Z
UID:10000154-1773223200-1773230400@data-firstoption.group
SUMMARY:Sustainability in Production
DESCRIPTION:This is a practical\, reality-based introduction to reducing environmental impact across scripted\, unscripted and commercials. \nDesigned for busy production teams\, this course cuts through the jargon and hype to show what sustainability really means on set; legally\, operationally\, and creatively. \nCourse Aims & Objectives\nBy the end of the course\, participants will: \nKnowledge \n\nUnderstand the foundations of sustainability (People\, Planet\, Profit) and why it matters to production.\nLearn key UK laws and governance affecting production.\nUnderstand carbon emissions across Scope 1\, 2 and 3 and how they apply to film and TV.\n\nSkills \n\nRecognise high-impact areas of production.\nIdentify practical low-carbon alternatives\, including EV transport\, hybrid power\, HVO\, hydrogen carriers\, and battery systems.\nConfidently interpret and use carbon calculators and emissions data.\nIntegrate sustainability planning into recces\, budgets\, schedules\, and department briefs.\n\nApplication \n\nImplement realistic sustainability actions tailored to production budgets and constraints.\nSpot common pitfalls\, greenwashing risks\, and compliance issues.\nCreate and champion department-level sustainability initiatives.\nWork effectively with sustainability teams\, suppliers\, and industry organisations.\n\nWho Is It For?\nThis course is designed for anyone working in film\, TV\, streaming\, or branded content who needs a practical understanding of sustainability: \n\nProducers and Line Producers\nProduction Managers and Coordinators\n1st ADs and Production AD teams\nHODs\nSustainability Managers and Production Executives\nFreelance crew wanting to upskill\nStudios\, facilities companies\, and suppliers\n\nNo prior sustainability knowledge is required. Ideal for productions working toward sustainability certifications\, company ESG goals or internal targets. \nCourse Content\n1. Sustainability Fundamentals \n\nWhat sustainability really means\nHow production impacts the environment\nHow climate change is already impacting production schedules\, budgets\, and risk\n\n2. UK Governance and Regulation \n\nOverview of old and new legislation\nNew CMA enforcement powers\n\n3. Carbon Emissions & the GHG Protocol \n\nScope 1\, 2\, and 3 emissions explained for production\nWhere emissions really sit in film/TV\nWhy transport\, generators\, and materials dominate operational footprint\n\n4. Practical Solutions for Production \n\nWhat productions are already doing\nWhat “good” looks like\nHOD-level responsibilities and achievable on-set behaviours\nHow to set up a sustainability council on production\n\n5. Transport \n\nElectric Vehicle (EV) pros and cons\nCharging realities\, range\, and cost considerations\nMobile EV charging options\nTransport policies including anti-idling\, ride sharing\, and local crew\nTips for low-budget productions\n\n6. Power Solutions \n\nDiesel vs alternatives\nHVO / biodiesel\nHydrogen\nBattery systems & hybrid power\nSolar\, energy storage\, microgrids\n\n7. Materials\, Waste & Logistics \n\nCostume/props reuse and recycling\nSet circularity: storage\, gifting\, recycling\nEco paints and materials\nBlockchain\, logistics apps\, and digital tools\n\n8. Food\, Facilities & Behavioural Actions \n\nMeat-free days\nPortioning\, waste segregation\, and anaerobic digestion\nWater bottle policy\nEngagement apps for cast and contributors\nReward schemes for departments\n\n9. Carbon Calculation \n\nWhat carbon calculators measure\nInterpreting data and avoiding common errors\nLinking metrics to actual behaviour change\nCrediting and reporting best practice\n\n10. Industry Organisations \n\nOverview of key groups and initiatives supporting sustainable production\n\n11. Q&A / Discussion \nDuration\nUp to 2 hours. \nPlease note we are currently seeking accreditation for this course from Albert but have not yet received it. \nTerms and Conditions \n6 working days’ notice of cancellation/postponement prior to the start of the course must be given. Failure to do so will lead to a 75% cancellation fee. Courses cancelled/postponed within 48 hours or less prior to the start of the course will incur a 100% fee. \nCourses may be rescheduled once only and must be rescheduled within 2 weeks of the original course date to avoid the 75% fee. See full Terms and Conditions. \nProduction SustainabilitySurvey  Takes two minutesOnly 5 questionsGives you insight and adviceHave your say! Got Two Minutes?We’re gathering quick insights from industry professionals about what really helps – and what still gets in the way – when making productions more sustainable. \nYour answers to five short questions will help us understand the current landscape and directly inform our future training and other sustainability resources. \nTAKE THE SURVEY
URL:https://data-firstoption.group/event/sustainability-in-production-2/
CATEGORIES:SIP
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cdn.data-firstoption.group/wp-content/uploads/20251106115703/Sustainable-Energy.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="First Option Training":MAILTO:training@firstoption.group
LOCATION:https://data-firstoption.group/event/sustainability-in-production-2/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260304T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260304T160000
DTSTAMP:20260410T194734
CREATED:20251222T125013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T125013Z
UID:10000143-1772618400-1772640000@data-firstoption.group
SUMMARY:Risk Management of Productions
DESCRIPTION:Designed to give you a broad overview of the health\, safety and environmental issues to be considered when making programmes or films. \nThe course will explain why risk management is needed in production and give practical methods of how it should be tackled. It is recognised that mental health and culture have both grown in importance to production management in recent times and this course discusses the key approaches in dealing with these critical topic areas. The session also identifies available resources for environmental sustainability management. \nPART OF THE PRODUCTION SAFETY PASSPORT SCHEME \nBulk Discounts Available \nNeed more than five places?A company course delivered online or in person may be more cost-effective. Contact us for details. \nCONTACTAims & Objectives\n\nA broad overview of the risk management issues to be considered during the making of programmes\, including hazard identification\, risk assessment and good health\, safety and environmental management\nThe opportunity to analyse and discuss the risk management techniques used on production including hazard identification and risk assessment\nDiscuss good health and safety management on location\nInformation about risk management policy and procedures\, including how productions should interact with their contractors and others\nTo provide information about the legal framework\n\nWho Is It For?\nFor those who manage people\, safety on production and/or complete/approve risk assessments. \nThis includes Executive Producers\, Production Executives\, Line Producers\, Series Producers\, Producers\, Assistant Producers\, Directors of Photography\, 1st Assistant Directors\, 2nd Assistant Directors\, 3rd AD\, Production Managers\, Production Coordinators\, Heads of Departments etc. \nCourse Content\nThe course concentrates on the practical aspects of safely managing a production: \n\nRoles and responsibilities in programme making\, both within the production team and those outside\nThe potential pitfalls of risk management and how these may impact upon the programme making process\nApplication of risk management principles using real-life case study examples\nHow to establish and maintain control through clearly defined occupational risk roles and responsibilities\n\nQualifications\nThe Production Safety Passport (PSP) is an industry-led scheme to support the mutual recognition of health and safety training in the Creative Media Industries. The same health and safety skills are needed across a range of creative media sectors that are involved in film and television production. \nThat’s why ScreenSkills have worked with the industry to create the Health and Safety Framework\, an agreement across sectors about which qualifications or training courses are needed for priority production roles. It means that training and qualifications you do with one employer will be recognised and valued by your next employer. \nUpon successfully completing this programme\, you will gain a PSP certificate via the ScreenSkills website which employers can use to verify your level of training – this is valid for 5 years. Further details of the PSP can be found here. \nDuration\n1 day (6 hours) \nTerms and Conditions \n6 working days’ notice of cancellation/postponement prior to the start of the course must be given. Failure to do so will lead to a 75% cancellation fee. Courses cancelled/postponed within 48 hours or less prior to the start of the course will incur a 100% fee. \nCourses may be rescheduled once only and must be rescheduled within 2 weeks of the original course date to avoid the 75% fee. See full Terms and Conditions.
URL:https://data-firstoption.group/event/rmp-2026-03-04/
CATEGORIES:RMP
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cdn.data-firstoption.group/wp-content/uploads/20241113192735/Arri.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="First Option Training":MAILTO:training@firstoption.group
LOCATION:https://data-firstoption.group/event/rmp-2026-03-04/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260225T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260225T123000
DTSTAMP:20260410T194734
CREATED:20251106T121217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T121217Z
UID:10000102-1772013600-1772022600@data-firstoption.group
SUMMARY:Risk Assessment in Production
DESCRIPTION:Designed to give delegates an overview and knowledge of risk assessment and how that is applied in production environments. The course will explain what risk assessment is\, and the legal obligations and responsibilities of individuals. It will also give instruction and tips on how risk assessment should be undertaken as well as giving delegates a chance to work through various scenarios in a group setting.  \nBulk Discounts Available \nNeed more than five places? A company course delivered online or in person may be more cost-effective. Contact us for details.  \nCONTACTAims & Objectives\n\nProvide basic instruction and refresher on risk assessment within the TV & Film industry.\nUnderstanding what a risk assessment is.\nProvide a basic overview of the legal responsibilities on companies/productions and individuals regarding risk assessment.\nThe process of undertaking and recording a risk assessment.\nThe opportunity to practice and discuss risk assessment with peers and qualified safety professionals with experience in TV & Film safety.\n\nWho Is It For? The course is designed for people who need to undertake and record risk assessments on production. This course is aimed at both those who are new to risk assessment and the more experienced. Those roles may include: Heads of Department\, Executive Producers\, Production Executives\, Line Producers\, Series Producers\, Producers\, Assistant Producers\, Directors of Photography\, 1st Assistant Directors\, 2nd Assistant Directors\, 3rd AD\, Production Managers\, and Production Coordinators. Course Content The course concentrates on giving practical advice on how undertake a risk assessment and covers the following points: \n\nWhat is a risk assessment? – The Basics\nLegal requirements and responsibilities\nSteps to risk assessment and how they apply in TV & Film Production\nPETE and other tools\nGroup exercises\n\nDuration 2.5 hours  Terms and Conditions 6 working days’ notice of cancellation/postponement prior to the start of the course must be given. Failure to do so will lead to a 75% cancellation fee. Courses cancelled/postponed within 48 hours or less prior to the start of the course will incur a 100% fee. Courses may be rescheduled once only and must be rescheduled within 2 weeks of the original course date to avoid the 75% fee. See full Terms and Conditions.
URL:https://data-firstoption.group/event/rap-2026-02-25/
CATEGORIES:RAP
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cdn.data-firstoption.group/wp-content/uploads/20241113192723/Stunt.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="First Option Training":MAILTO:training@firstoption.group
LOCATION:https://data-firstoption.group/event/rap-2026-02-25/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260224T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260224T120000
DTSTAMP:20260410T194734
CREATED:20260107T105409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T140822Z
UID:10000153-1771927200-1771934400@data-firstoption.group
SUMMARY:Sustainability in Production
DESCRIPTION:This is a practical\, reality-based introduction to reducing environmental impact across scripted\, unscripted and commercials. \nDesigned for busy production teams\, this course cuts through the jargon and hype to show what sustainability really means on set; legally\, operationally\, and creatively. \nCourse Aims & Objectives\nBy the end of the course\, participants will: \nKnowledge \n\nUnderstand the foundations of sustainability (People\, Planet\, Profit) and why it matters to production.\nLearn key UK laws and governance affecting production.\nUnderstand carbon emissions across Scope 1\, 2 and 3 and how they apply to film and TV.\n\nSkills \n\nRecognise high-impact areas of production.\nIdentify practical low-carbon alternatives\, including EV transport\, hybrid power\, HVO\, hydrogen carriers\, and battery systems.\nConfidently interpret and use carbon calculators and emissions data.\nIntegrate sustainability planning into recces\, budgets\, schedules\, and department briefs.\n\nApplication \n\nImplement realistic sustainability actions tailored to production budgets and constraints.\nSpot common pitfalls\, greenwashing risks\, and compliance issues.\nCreate and champion department-level sustainability initiatives.\nWork effectively with sustainability teams\, suppliers\, and industry organisations.\n\nWho Is It For?\nThis course is designed for anyone working in film\, TV\, streaming\, or branded content who needs a practical understanding of sustainability: \n\nProducers and Line Producers\nProduction Managers and Coordinators\n1st ADs and Production AD teams\nHODs\nSustainability Managers and Production Executives\nFreelance crew wanting to upskill\nStudios\, facilities companies\, and suppliers\n\nNo prior sustainability knowledge is required. Ideal for productions working toward sustainability certifications\, company ESG goals or internal targets. \nCourse Content\n1. Sustainability Fundamentals \n\nWhat sustainability really means\nHow production impacts the environment\nHow climate change is already impacting production schedules\, budgets\, and risk\n\n2. UK Governance and Regulation \n\nOverview of old and new legislation\nNew CMA enforcement powers\n\n3. Carbon Emissions & the GHG Protocol \n\nScope 1\, 2\, and 3 emissions explained for production\nWhere emissions really sit in film/TV\nWhy transport\, generators\, and materials dominate operational footprint\n\n4. Practical Solutions for Production \n\nWhat productions are already doing\nWhat “good” looks like\nHOD-level responsibilities and achievable on-set behaviours\nHow to set up a sustainability council on production\n\n5. Transport \n\nElectric Vehicle (EV) pros and cons\nCharging realities\, range\, and cost considerations\nMobile EV charging options\nTransport policies including anti-idling\, ride sharing\, and local crew\nTips for low-budget productions\n\n6. Power Solutions \n\nDiesel vs alternatives\nHVO / biodiesel\nHydrogen\nBattery systems & hybrid power\nSolar\, energy storage\, microgrids\n\n7. Materials\, Waste & Logistics \n\nCostume/props reuse and recycling\nSet circularity: storage\, gifting\, recycling\nEco paints and materials\nBlockchain\, logistics apps\, and digital tools\n\n8. Food\, Facilities & Behavioural Actions \n\nMeat-free days\nPortioning\, waste segregation\, and anaerobic digestion\nWater bottle policy\nEngagement apps for cast and contributors\nReward schemes for departments\n\n9. Carbon Calculation \n\nWhat carbon calculators measure\nInterpreting data and avoiding common errors\nLinking metrics to actual behaviour change\nCrediting and reporting best practice\n\n10. Industry Organisations \n\nOverview of key groups and initiatives supporting sustainable production\n\n11. Q&A / Discussion \nDuration\nUp to 2 hours. \nPlease note we are currently seeking accreditation for this course from Albert but have not yet received it. \nTerms and Conditions \n6 working days’ notice of cancellation/postponement prior to the start of the course must be given. Failure to do so will lead to a 75% cancellation fee. Courses cancelled/postponed within 48 hours or less prior to the start of the course will incur a 100% fee. \nCourses may be rescheduled once only and must be rescheduled within 2 weeks of the original course date to avoid the 75% fee. See full Terms and Conditions. \nProduction SustainabilitySurvey  Takes two minutesOnly 5 questionsGives you insight and adviceHave your say! Got Two Minutes?We’re gathering quick insights from industry professionals about what really helps – and what still gets in the way – when making productions more sustainable. \nYour answers to five short questions will help us understand the current landscape and directly inform our future training and other sustainability resources. \nTAKE THE SURVEY
URL:https://data-firstoption.group/event/sustainability-in-production/
CATEGORIES:SIP
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cdn.data-firstoption.group/wp-content/uploads/20251106115703/Sustainable-Energy.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="First Option Training":MAILTO:training@firstoption.group
LOCATION:https://data-firstoption.group/event/sustainability-in-production/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260219T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260219T160000
DTSTAMP:20260410T194734
CREATED:20251104T165642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T105148Z
UID:10000135-1771495200-1771516800@data-firstoption.group
SUMMARY:Risk Management of Productions
DESCRIPTION:Designed to give you a broad overview of the health\, safety and environmental issues to be considered when making programmes or films. \nThe course will explain why risk management is needed in production and give practical methods of how it should be tackled. It is recognised that mental health and culture have both grown in importance to production management in recent times and this course discusses the key approaches in dealing with these critical topic areas. The session also identifies available resources for environmental sustainability management. \nPART OF THE PRODUCTION SAFETY PASSPORT SCHEME \nBulk Discounts Available \nNeed more than five places?A company course delivered online or in person may be more cost-effective. Contact us for details. \nCONTACTAims & Objectives\n\nA broad overview of the risk management issues to be considered during the making of programmes\, including hazard identification\, risk assessment and good health\, safety and environmental management\nThe opportunity to analyse and discuss the risk management techniques used on production including hazard identification and risk assessment\nDiscuss good health and safety management on location\nInformation about risk management policy and procedures\, including how productions should interact with their contractors and others\nTo provide information about the legal framework\n\nWho Is It For?\nFor those who manage people\, safety on production and/or complete/approve risk assessments. \nThis includes Executive Producers\, Production Executives\, Line Producers\, Series Producers\, Producers\, Assistant Producers\, Directors of Photography\, 1st Assistant Directors\, 2nd Assistant Directors\, 3rd AD\, Production Managers\, Production Coordinators\, Heads of Departments etc. \nCourse Content\nThe course concentrates on the practical aspects of safely managing a production: \n\nRoles and responsibilities in programme making\, both within the production team and those outside\nThe potential pitfalls of risk management and how these may impact upon the programme making process\nApplication of risk management principles using real-life case study examples\nHow to establish and maintain control through clearly defined occupational risk roles and responsibilities\n\nQualifications\nThe Production Safety Passport (PSP) is an industry-led scheme to support the mutual recognition of health and safety training in the Creative Media Industries. The same health and safety skills are needed across a range of creative media sectors that are involved in film and television production. \nThat’s why ScreenSkills have worked with the industry to create the Health and Safety Framework\, an agreement across sectors about which qualifications or training courses are needed for priority production roles. It means that training and qualifications you do with one employer will be recognised and valued by your next employer. \nUpon successfully completing this programme\, you will gain a PSP certificate via the ScreenSkills website which employers can use to verify your level of training – this is valid for 5 years. Further details of the PSP can be found here. \nDuration\n1 day (6 hours) \nTerms and Conditions \n6 working days’ notice of cancellation/postponement prior to the start of the course must be given. Failure to do so will lead to a 75% cancellation fee. Courses cancelled/postponed within 48 hours or less prior to the start of the course will incur a 100% fee. \nCourses may be rescheduled once only and must be rescheduled within 2 weeks of the original course date to avoid the 75% fee. See full Terms and Conditions.
URL:https://data-firstoption.group/event/rmp-2026-02-19/
CATEGORIES:RMP
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cdn.data-firstoption.group/wp-content/uploads/20241113192735/Arri.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="First Option Training":MAILTO:training@firstoption.group
LOCATION:https://data-firstoption.group/event/rmp-2026-02-19/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260217T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260217T120000
DTSTAMP:20260410T194734
CREATED:20251104T164641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T164644Z
UID:10000133-1771322400-1771329600@data-firstoption.group
SUMMARY:Fire Warden Theory
DESCRIPTION:This course is for anyone designated as Fire Marshal / Fire Warden who is allocated to fire safety responsibilities in the prevention of fires and implementing orderly fire evacuations should a fire occur. \nIt also helps employers to meet their statutory insurance obligations and to protect staff and property under current fire safety legislation such as The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. \nBulk Discounts Available \nNeed multiple places?A company course delivered online or in person may be more cost-effective. Contact us for details. \nCONTACTThis course does not include practical fire extinguisher trainingAims & Objectives\nTo enable employers to meet their statutory insurance obligations and to protect staff and property under current fire safety legislation\, i.e. The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. \nEnabling Fire Marshalls / Wardens to achieve a thorough awareness and understanding of the threat posed by fire\, their personal responsibility in preventing an outbreak and the action to be taken should a fire occur. \nWho Is It For?\nDesigned for all staff designated as “Fire Warden” or “Fire Marshal”.  \nThis course has been designed to ensure that attendees achieve a thorough awareness and understanding of the threat posed by fire\, their personal responsibility in preventing an outbreak and the action to be taken should a fire occur. \nCourse Content\nThis course incorporates both the theoretical and practical* aspects of Fire Warden/Marshal training\, including: \n\nFire Legislation;\nCommon Causes of Fire and their prevention;\nSafety Features Within Buildings;\nFire Risk Assessment (as a Fire Warden Role);\nPeoples behaviour in fire situations;\nWhat to do in Case of Fire (including use of Fire Extinguishers);\nSafe Evacuation of Premises;\nAction at Assembly Points.\n\n*This course does not include practical extinguisher training. \nQualifications\nFire Warden/Fire Marshal certificate\, valid for 3 years. \nDuration\nUp to 2 hours. \nTerms and Conditions \n6 working days’ notice of cancellation/postponement prior to the start of the course must be given. Failure to do so will lead to a 75% cancellation fee. Courses cancelled/postponed within 48 hours or less prior to the start of the course will incur a 100% fee. \nCourses may be rescheduled once only and must be rescheduled within 2 weeks of the original course date to avoid the 75% fee. See full Terms and Conditions.
URL:https://data-firstoption.group/event/fwt-2026-02-17/
CATEGORIES:FWT
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cdn.data-firstoption.group/wp-content/uploads/20241113192732/Fire-Marshall.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="First Option Training":MAILTO:training@firstoption.group
LOCATION:https://data-firstoption.group/event/fwt-2026-02-17/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260210T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260211T173000
DTSTAMP:20260410T194734
CREATED:20251105T104812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T105524Z
UID:10000138-1770715800-1770831000@data-firstoption.group
SUMMARY:Mental Health First Aid
DESCRIPTION:Why train your crew as MHFAiders?  \nMHFAiders are essential to maintaining employee wellbeing. You will gain: \n\nA deeper understanding of mental health and the factors that can affect people’s wellbeing\nPractical skills to spot the triggers and signs of mental health issues\nThe confidence to step in and support someone in the workplace by guiding them to appropriate support\nThree years access to the MHFAider Support App® with 24/7 digital support\nAccess to exclusive resources\, ongoing learning opportunities\, and the benefit of joining England’s largest community of trained MHFAiders\n\nWhy choose MHFA England training? \n\nMHFA England training is key for creating a healthy workplace where the mental and physical health of employees are valued equally\n91% of people had a better understanding of mental health after completing their MHFA England course\nSince MHFA England was founded in 2007\, their Instructor Members have provided training to over 20\,000 workplaces equating to hundreds and thousands of MHFAiders\n\nMHFA England Instructor Member training is accredited by the Royal Society of Public Health\, meaning a quality assured and consistent training experience. \nIN HOUSE COURSES \nNeed multiple places?We can deliver courses exclusively for your company too. Contact us for details. \nCONTACTWhy train your crew as MHFAiders? \nMHFAiders are essential to maintaining employee wellbeing. You will gain: \n\nA deeper understanding of mental health and the factors that can affect people’s wellbeing\nPractical skills to spot the triggers and signs of mental health issues\nThe confidence to step in and support someone in the workplace by guiding them to appropriate support\nThree years access to the MHFAider Support App® with 24/7 digital support\nAccess to exclusive resources\, ongoing learning opportunities\, and the benefit of joining England’s largest community of trained MHFAiders\n\nWhy choose MHFA England training?\nWhy choose MHFA England training? \n\nMHFA England training is key for creating a healthy workplace where the mental and physical health of employees are valued equally\n91% of people had a better understanding of mental health after completing their MHFA England course\nSince MHFA England was founded in 2007\, their Instructor Members have provided training to over 20\,000 workplaces equating to hundreds and thousands of MHFAiders\nMHFA England Instructor Member training is accredited by the Royal Society of Public Health\, meaning a quality assured and consistent training experience\n\nDetails\nThis is a two day\, in person course\, running 09:30 to 17:30. \nYou must attend the course in full to be certified as a Mental Health First Aider. \nTerms and Conditions \n6 working days’ notice of cancellation/postponement prior to the start of the course must be given. Failure to do so will lead to a 75% cancellation fee. Courses cancelled/postponed within 48 hours or less prior to the start of the course will incur a 100% fee. \nCourses may be rescheduled once only and must be rescheduled within 2 weeks of the original course date to avoid the 75% fee. See full Terms and Conditions.
URL:https://data-firstoption.group/event/mental-health-first-aid-feb-10-11/
LOCATION:First Option Safety | London EC3\, 2nd Floor Exchequer Court\, 33 St Mary Axe\, London\, EC3A 8AA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:MHFA
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SUMMARY:Risk Management of Productions
DESCRIPTION:Designed to give you a broad overview of the health\, safety and environmental issues to be considered when making programmes or films. \nThe course will explain why risk management is needed in production and give practical methods of how it should be tackled. It is recognised that mental health and culture have both grown in importance to production management in recent times and this course discusses the key approaches in dealing with these critical topic areas. The session also identifies available resources for environmental sustainability management. \nPART OF THE PRODUCTION SAFETY PASSPORT SCHEME \nBulk Discounts Available \nNeed more than five places?A company course delivered online or in person may be more cost-effective. Contact us for details. \nCONTACTAims & Objectives\n\nA broad overview of the risk management issues to be considered during the making of programmes\, including hazard identification\, risk assessment and good health\, safety and environmental management\nThe opportunity to analyse and discuss the risk management techniques used on production including hazard identification and risk assessment\nDiscuss good health and safety management on location\nInformation about risk management policy and procedures\, including how productions should interact with their contractors and others\nTo provide information about the legal framework\n\nWho Is It For?\nFor those who manage people\, safety on production and/or complete/approve risk assessments. \nThis includes Executive Producers\, Production Executives\, Line Producers\, Series Producers\, Producers\, Assistant Producers\, Directors of Photography\, 1st Assistant Directors\, 2nd Assistant Directors\, 3rd AD\, Production Managers\, Production Coordinators\, Heads of Departments etc. \nCourse Content\nThe course concentrates on the practical aspects of safely managing a production: \n\nRoles and responsibilities in programme making\, both within the production team and those outside\nThe potential pitfalls of risk management and how these may impact upon the programme making process\nApplication of risk management principles using real-life case study examples\nHow to establish and maintain control through clearly defined occupational risk roles and responsibilities\n\nQualifications\nThe Production Safety Passport (PSP) is an industry-led scheme to support the mutual recognition of health and safety training in the Creative Media Industries. The same health and safety skills are needed across a range of creative media sectors that are involved in film and television production. \nThat’s why ScreenSkills have worked with the industry to create the Health and Safety Framework\, an agreement across sectors about which qualifications or training courses are needed for priority production roles. It means that training and qualifications you do with one employer will be recognised and valued by your next employer. \nUpon successfully completing this programme\, you will gain a PSP certificate via the ScreenSkills website which employers can use to verify your level of training – this is valid for 5 years. Further details of the PSP can be found here. \nDuration\n1 day (6 hours) \nTerms and Conditions \n6 working days’ notice of cancellation/postponement prior to the start of the course must be given. Failure to do so will lead to a 75% cancellation fee. Courses cancelled/postponed within 48 hours or less prior to the start of the course will incur a 100% fee. \nCourses may be rescheduled once only and must be rescheduled within 2 weeks of the original course date to avoid the 75% fee. See full Terms and Conditions.
URL:https://data-firstoption.group/event/rmp-2026-02-05/
CATEGORIES:RMP
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ORGANIZER;CN="First Option Training":MAILTO:training@firstoption.group
LOCATION:https://data-firstoption.group/event/rmp-2026-02-05/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260129T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260129T120000
DTSTAMP:20260410T194734
CREATED:20251106T185623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T141007Z
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SUMMARY:Sustainability in Production
DESCRIPTION:This is a practical\, reality-based introduction to reducing environmental impact across scripted\, unscripted and commercials. \nDesigned for busy production teams\, this course cuts through the jargon and hype to show what sustainability really means on set; legally\, operationally\, and creatively. \nCourse Aims & Objectives\nBy the end of the course\, participants will: \nKnowledge \n\nUnderstand the foundations of sustainability (People\, Planet\, Profit) and why it matters to production.\nLearn key UK laws and governance affecting production.\nUnderstand carbon emissions across Scope 1\, 2 and 3 and how they apply to film and TV.\n\nSkills \n\nRecognise high-impact areas of production.\nIdentify practical low-carbon alternatives\, including EV transport\, hybrid power\, HVO\, hydrogen carriers\, and battery systems.\nConfidently interpret and use carbon calculators and emissions data.\nIntegrate sustainability planning into recces\, budgets\, schedules\, and department briefs.\n\nApplication \n\nImplement realistic sustainability actions tailored to production budgets and constraints.\nSpot common pitfalls\, greenwashing risks\, and compliance issues.\nCreate and champion department-level sustainability initiatives.\nWork effectively with sustainability teams\, suppliers\, and industry organisations.\n\nWho Is It For?\nThis course is designed for anyone working in film\, TV\, streaming\, or branded content who needs a practical understanding of sustainability: \n\nProducers and Line Producers\nProduction Managers and Coordinators\n1st ADs and Production AD teams\nHODs\nSustainability Managers and Production Executives\nFreelance crew wanting to upskill\nStudios\, facilities companies\, and suppliers\n\nNo prior sustainability knowledge is required. Ideal for productions working toward sustainability certifications\, company ESG goals or internal targets. \nCourse Content\n1. Sustainability Fundamentals \n\nWhat sustainability really means\nHow production impacts the environment\nHow climate change is already impacting production schedules\, budgets\, and risk\n\n2. UK Governance and Regulation \n\nOverview of old and new legislation\nNew CMA enforcement powers\n\n3. Carbon Emissions & the GHG Protocol \n\nScope 1\, 2\, and 3 emissions explained for production\nWhere emissions really sit in film/TV\nWhy transport\, generators\, and materials dominate operational footprint\n\n4. Practical Solutions for Production \n\nWhat productions are already doing\nWhat “good” looks like\nHOD-level responsibilities and achievable on-set behaviours\nHow to set up a sustainability council on production\n\n5. Transport \n\nElectric Vehicle (EV) pros and cons\nCharging realities\, range\, and cost considerations\nMobile EV charging options\nTransport policies including anti-idling\, ride sharing\, and local crew\nTips for low-budget productions\n\n6. Power Solutions \n\nDiesel vs alternatives\nHVO / biodiesel\nHydrogen\nBattery systems & hybrid power\nSolar\, energy storage\, microgrids\n\n7. Materials\, Waste & Logistics \n\nCostume/props reuse and recycling\nSet circularity: storage\, gifting\, recycling\nEco paints and materials\nBlockchain\, logistics apps\, and digital tools\n\n8. Food\, Facilities & Behavioural Actions \n\nMeat-free days\nPortioning\, waste segregation\, and anaerobic digestion\nWater bottle policy\nEngagement apps for cast and contributors\nReward schemes for departments\n\n9. Carbon Calculation \n\nWhat carbon calculators measure\nInterpreting data and avoiding common errors\nLinking metrics to actual behaviour change\nCrediting and reporting best practice\n\n10. Industry Organisations \n\nOverview of key groups and initiatives supporting sustainable production\n\n11. Q&A / Discussion \nDuration\nUp to 2 hours. \nPlease note we are currently seeking accreditation for this course from Albert but have not yet received it. \nTerms and Conditions \n6 working days’ notice of cancellation/postponement prior to the start of the course must be given. Failure to do so will lead to a 75% cancellation fee. Courses cancelled/postponed within 48 hours or less prior to the start of the course will incur a 100% fee. \nCourses may be rescheduled once only and must be rescheduled within 2 weeks of the original course date to avoid the 75% fee. See full Terms and Conditions. \nProduction SustainabilitySurvey  Takes two minutesOnly 5 questionsGives you insight and adviceHave your say! Got Two Minutes?We’re gathering quick insights from industry professionals about what really helps – and what still gets in the way – when making productions more sustainable. \nYour answers to five short questions will help us understand the current landscape and directly inform our future training and other sustainability resources. \nTAKE THE SURVEY
URL:https://data-firstoption.group/event/sip-2026-01-29/
CATEGORIES:SIP
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ORGANIZER;CN="First Option Training":MAILTO:training@firstoption.group
LOCATION:https://data-firstoption.group/event/sip-2026-01-29/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260122T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260122T160000
DTSTAMP:20260410T194734
CREATED:20251104T155256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T110248Z
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SUMMARY:Risk Management of Productions
DESCRIPTION:Designed to give you a broad overview of the health\, safety and environmental issues to be considered when making programmes or films. \nThe course will explain why risk management is needed in production and give practical methods of how it should be tackled. It is recognised that mental health and culture have both grown in importance to production management in recent times and this course discusses the key approaches in dealing with these critical topic areas. The session also identifies available resources for environmental sustainability management. \nPART OF THE PRODUCTION SAFETY PASSPORT SCHEME \nBulk Discounts Available \nNeed more than five places?A company course delivered online or in person may be more cost-effective. Contact us for details. \nCONTACTAims & Objectives\n\nA broad overview of the risk management issues to be considered during the making of programmes\, including hazard identification\, risk assessment and good health\, safety and environmental management\nThe opportunity to analyse and discuss the risk management techniques used on production including hazard identification and risk assessment\nDiscuss good health and safety management on location\nInformation about risk management policy and procedures\, including how productions should interact with their contractors and others\nTo provide information about the legal framework\n\nWho Is It For?\nFor those who manage people\, safety on production and/or complete/approve risk assessments. \nThis includes Executive Producers\, Production Executives\, Line Producers\, Series Producers\, Producers\, Assistant Producers\, Directors of Photography\, 1st Assistant Directors\, 2nd Assistant Directors\, 3rd AD\, Production Managers\, Production Coordinators\, Heads of Departments etc. \nCourse Content\nThe course concentrates on the practical aspects of safely managing a production: \n\nRoles and responsibilities in programme making\, both within the production team and those outside\nThe potential pitfalls of risk management and how these may impact upon the programme making process\nApplication of risk management principles using real-life case study examples\nHow to establish and maintain control through clearly defined occupational risk roles and responsibilities\n\nQualifications\nThe Production Safety Passport (PSP) is an industry-led scheme to support the mutual recognition of health and safety training in the Creative Media Industries. The same health and safety skills are needed across a range of creative media sectors that are involved in film and television production. \nThat’s why ScreenSkills have worked with the industry to create the Health and Safety Framework\, an agreement across sectors about which qualifications or training courses are needed for priority production roles. It means that training and qualifications you do with one employer will be recognised and valued by your next employer. \nUpon successfully completing this programme\, you will gain a PSP certificate via the ScreenSkills website which employers can use to verify your level of training – this is valid for 5 years. Further details of the PSP can be found here. \nDuration\n1 day (6 hours) \nTerms and Conditions \n6 working days’ notice of cancellation/postponement prior to the start of the course must be given. Failure to do so will lead to a 75% cancellation fee. Courses cancelled/postponed within 48 hours or less prior to the start of the course will incur a 100% fee. \nCourses may be rescheduled once only and must be rescheduled within 2 weeks of the original course date to avoid the 75% fee. See full Terms and Conditions.
URL:https://data-firstoption.group/event/rmp-2026-01-22/
CATEGORIES:RMP
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ORGANIZER;CN="First Option Training":MAILTO:training@firstoption.group
LOCATION:https://data-firstoption.group/event/rmp-2026-01-22/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260115T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260115T120000
DTSTAMP:20260410T194734
CREATED:20251104T155846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T155847Z
UID:10000101-1768471200-1768478400@data-firstoption.group
SUMMARY:Fire Warden Theory
DESCRIPTION:This course is for anyone designated as Fire Marshal / Fire Warden who is allocated to fire safety responsibilities in the prevention of fires and implementing orderly fire evacuations should a fire occur. \nIt also helps employers to meet their statutory insurance obligations and to protect staff and property under current fire safety legislation such as The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. \nBulk Discounts Available \nNeed multiple places?A company course delivered online or in person may be more cost-effective. Contact us for details. \nCONTACTThis course does not include practical fire extinguisher trainingAims & Objectives\nTo enable employers to meet their statutory insurance obligations and to protect staff and property under current fire safety legislation\, i.e. The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. \nEnabling Fire Marshalls / Wardens to achieve a thorough awareness and understanding of the threat posed by fire\, their personal responsibility in preventing an outbreak and the action to be taken should a fire occur. \nWho Is It For?\nDesigned for all staff designated as “Fire Warden” or “Fire Marshal”.  \nThis course has been designed to ensure that attendees achieve a thorough awareness and understanding of the threat posed by fire\, their personal responsibility in preventing an outbreak and the action to be taken should a fire occur. \nCourse Content\nThis course incorporates both the theoretical and practical* aspects of Fire Warden/Marshal training\, including: \n\nFire Legislation;\nCommon Causes of Fire and their prevention;\nSafety Features Within Buildings;\nFire Risk Assessment (as a Fire Warden Role);\nPeoples behaviour in fire situations;\nWhat to do in Case of Fire (including use of Fire Extinguishers);\nSafe Evacuation of Premises;\nAction at Assembly Points.\n\n*This course does not include practical extinguisher training. \nQualifications\nFire Warden/Fire Marshal certificate\, valid for 3 years. \nDuration\nUp to 2 hours. \nTerms and Conditions \n6 working days’ notice of cancellation/postponement prior to the start of the course must be given. Failure to do so will lead to a 75% cancellation fee. Courses cancelled/postponed within 48 hours or less prior to the start of the course will incur a 100% fee. \nCourses may be rescheduled once only and must be rescheduled within 2 weeks of the original course date to avoid the 75% fee. See full Terms and Conditions.
URL:https://data-firstoption.group/event/fwt-2025-01-15/
CATEGORIES:FWT
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ORGANIZER;CN="First Option Training":MAILTO:training@firstoption.group
LOCATION:https://data-firstoption.group/event/fwt-2025-01-15/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260114T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260114T120000
DTSTAMP:20260410T194734
CREATED:20251106T185503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T150916Z
UID:10000139-1768384800-1768392000@data-firstoption.group
SUMMARY:Sustainability in Production
DESCRIPTION:This is a practical\, reality-based introduction to reducing environmental impact across scripted\, unscripted and commercials. \nDesigned for busy production teams\, this course cuts through the jargon and hype to show what sustainability really means on set; legally\, operationally\, and creatively. \nCourse Aims & Objectives\nBy the end of the course\, participants will: \nKnowledge \n\nUnderstand the foundations of sustainability (People\, Planet\, Profit) and why it matters to production.\nLearn key UK laws and governance affecting production.\nUnderstand carbon emissions across Scope 1\, 2 and 3 and how they apply to film and TV.\n\nSkills \n\nRecognise high-impact areas of production.\nIdentify practical low-carbon alternatives\, including EV transport\, hybrid power\, HVO\, hydrogen carriers\, and battery systems.\nConfidently interpret and use carbon calculators and emissions data.\nIntegrate sustainability planning into recces\, budgets\, schedules\, and department briefs.\n\nApplication \n\nImplement realistic sustainability actions tailored to production budgets and constraints.\nSpot common pitfalls\, greenwashing risks\, and compliance issues.\nCreate and champion department-level sustainability initiatives.\nWork effectively with sustainability teams\, suppliers\, and industry organisations.\n\nWho Is It For?\nThis course is designed for anyone working in film\, TV\, streaming\, or branded content who needs a practical understanding of sustainability: \n\nProducers and Line Producers\nProduction Managers and Coordinators\n1st ADs and Production AD teams\nHODs\nSustainability Managers and Production Executives\nFreelance crew wanting to upskill\nStudios\, facilities companies\, and suppliers\n\nNo prior sustainability knowledge is required. Ideal for productions working toward sustainability certifications\, company ESG goals or internal targets. \nCourse Content\n1. Sustainability Fundamentals \n\nWhat sustainability really means\nHow production impacts the environment\nHow climate change is already impacting production schedules\, budgets\, and risk\n\n2. UK Governance and Regulation \n\nOverview of old and new legislation\nNew CMA enforcement powers\n\n3. Carbon Emissions & the GHG Protocol \n\nScope 1\, 2\, and 3 emissions explained for production\nWhere emissions really sit in film/TV\nWhy transport\, generators\, and materials dominate operational footprint\n\n4. Practical Solutions for Production \n\nWhat productions are already doing\nWhat “good” looks like\nHOD-level responsibilities and achievable on-set behaviours\nHow to set up a sustainability council on production\n\n5. Transport \n\nElectric Vehicle (EV) pros and cons\nCharging realities\, range\, and cost considerations\nMobile EV charging options\nTransport policies including anti-idling\, ride sharing\, and local crew\nTips for low-budget productions\n\n6. Power Solutions \n\nDiesel vs alternatives\nHVO / biodiesel\nHydrogen\nBattery systems & hybrid power\nSolar\, energy storage\, microgrids\n\n7. Materials\, Waste & Logistics \n\nCostume/props reuse and recycling\nSet circularity: storage\, gifting\, recycling\nEco paints and materials\nBlockchain\, logistics apps\, and digital tools\n\n8. Food\, Facilities & Behavioural Actions \n\nMeat-free days\nPortioning\, waste segregation\, and anaerobic digestion\nWater bottle policy\nEngagement apps for cast and contributors\nReward schemes for departments\n\n9. Carbon Calculation \n\nWhat carbon calculators measure\nInterpreting data and avoiding common errors\nLinking metrics to actual behaviour change\nCrediting and reporting best practice\n\n10. Industry Organisations \n\nOverview of key groups and initiatives supporting sustainable production\n\n11. Q&A / Discussion \nDuration\nUp to 2 hours. \nTerms and Conditions \n6 working days’ notice of cancellation/postponement prior to the start of the course must be given. Failure to do so will lead to a 75% cancellation fee. Courses cancelled/postponed within 48 hours or less prior to the start of the course will incur a 100% fee. \nCourses may be rescheduled once only and must be rescheduled within 2 weeks of the original course date to avoid the 75% fee. See full Terms and Conditions. \nProduction SustainabilitySurvey  Takes two minutesOnly 5 questionsGives you insight and adviceHave your say! Got Two Minutes?We’re gathering quick insights from industry professionals about what really helps – and what still gets in the way – when making productions more sustainable. \nYour answers to five short questions will help us understand the current landscape and directly inform our future training and other sustainability resources. \nTAKE THE SURVEY
URL:https://data-firstoption.group/event/sip-2026-01-14/
CATEGORIES:SIP
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cdn.data-firstoption.group/wp-content/uploads/20251106115703/Sustainable-Energy.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="First Option Training":MAILTO:training@firstoption.group
LOCATION:https://data-firstoption.group/event/sip-2026-01-14/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260108T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260108T160000
DTSTAMP:20260410T194734
CREATED:20251104T150416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T110843Z
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SUMMARY:Risk Management of Productions
DESCRIPTION:Designed to give you a broad overview of the health\, safety and environmental issues to be considered when making programmes or films. \nThe course will explain why risk management is needed in production and give practical methods of how it should be tackled. It is recognised that mental health and culture have both grown in importance to production management in recent times and this course discusses the key approaches in dealing with these critical topic areas. The session also identifies available resources for environmental sustainability management. \nPART OF THE PRODUCTION SAFETY PASSPORT SCHEME \nBulk Discounts Available \nNeed more than five places?A company course delivered online or in person may be more cost-effective. Contact us for details. \nCONTACTAims & Objectives\n\nA broad overview of the risk management issues to be considered during the making of programmes\, including hazard identification\, risk assessment and good health\, safety and environmental management\nThe opportunity to analyse and discuss the risk management techniques used on production including hazard identification and risk assessment\nDiscuss good health and safety management on location\nInformation about risk management policy and procedures\, including how productions should interact with their contractors and others\nTo provide information about the legal framework\n\nWho Is It For?\nFor those who manage people\, safety on production and/or complete/approve risk assessments. \nThis includes Executive Producers\, Production Executives\, Line Producers\, Series Producers\, Producers\, Assistant Producers\, Directors of Photography\, 1st Assistant Directors\, 2nd Assistant Directors\, 3rd AD\, Production Managers\, Production Coordinators\, Heads of Departments etc. \nCourse Content\nThe course concentrates on the practical aspects of safely managing a production: \n\nRoles and responsibilities in programme making\, both within the production team and those outside\nThe potential pitfalls of risk management and how these may impact upon the programme making process\nApplication of risk management principles using real-life case study examples\nHow to establish and maintain control through clearly defined occupational risk roles and responsibilities\n\nQualifications\nThe Production Safety Passport (PSP) is an industry-led scheme to support the mutual recognition of health and safety training in the Creative Media Industries. The same health and safety skills are needed across a range of creative media sectors that are involved in film and television production. \nThat’s why ScreenSkills have worked with the industry to create the Health and Safety Framework\, an agreement across sectors about which qualifications or training courses are needed for priority production roles. It means that training and qualifications you do with one employer will be recognised and valued by your next employer. \nUpon successfully completing this programme\, you will gain a PSP certificate via the ScreenSkills website which employers can use to verify your level of training – this is valid for 5 years. Further details of the PSP can be found here. \nDuration\n1 day (6 hours) \nTerms and Conditions \n6 working days’ notice of cancellation/postponement prior to the start of the course must be given. Failure to do so will lead to a 75% cancellation fee. Courses cancelled/postponed within 48 hours or less prior to the start of the course will incur a 100% fee. \nCourses may be rescheduled once only and must be rescheduled within 2 weeks of the original course date to avoid the 75% fee. See full Terms and Conditions.
URL:https://data-firstoption.group/event/rmp-2026-11-08/
CATEGORIES:RMP
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cdn.data-firstoption.group/wp-content/uploads/20241113192735/Arri.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="First Option Training":MAILTO:training@firstoption.group
LOCATION:https://data-firstoption.group/event/rmp-2026-11-08/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251216T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251216T160000
DTSTAMP:20260410T194734
CREATED:20250904T140643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T111459Z
UID:10000129-1765879200-1765900800@data-firstoption.group
SUMMARY:Risk Management of Productions
DESCRIPTION:Designed to give you a broad overview of the health\, safety and environmental issues to be considered when making programmes or films. \nThe course will explain why risk management is needed in production and give practical methods of how it should be tackled. It is recognised that mental health and culture have both grown in importance to production management in recent times and this course discusses the key approaches in dealing with these critical topic areas. The session also identifies available resources for environmental sustainability management. \nPART OF THE PRODUCTION SAFETY PASSPORT SCHEME \nBulk Discounts Available \nNeed more than five places?A company course delivered online or in person may be more cost-effective. Contact us for details. \nCONTACTAims & Objectives\n\nA broad overview of the risk management issues to be considered during the making of programmes\, including hazard identification\, risk assessment and good health\, safety and environmental management\nThe opportunity to analyse and discuss the risk management techniques used on production including hazard identification and risk assessment\nDiscuss good health and safety management on location\nInformation about risk management policy and procedures\, including how productions should interact with their contractors and others\nTo provide information about the legal framework\n\nWho Is It For?\nFor those who manage people\, safety on production and/or complete/approve risk assessments. \nThis includes Executive Producers\, Production Executives\, Line Producers\, Series Producers\, Producers\, Assistant Producers\, Directors of Photography\, 1st Assistant Directors\, 2nd Assistant Directors\, 3rd AD\, Production Managers\, Production Coordinators\, Heads of Departments etc. \nCourse Content\nThe course concentrates on the practical aspects of safely managing a production: \n\nRoles and responsibilities in programme making\, both within the production team and those outside\nThe potential pitfalls of risk management and how these may impact upon the programme making process\nApplication of risk management principles using real-life case study examples\nHow to establish and maintain control through clearly defined occupational risk roles and responsibilities\n\nQualifications\nThe Production Safety Passport (PSP) is an industry-led scheme to support the mutual recognition of health and safety training in the Creative Media Industries. The same health and safety skills are needed across a range of creative media sectors that are involved in film and television production. \nThat’s why ScreenSkills have worked with the industry to create the Health and Safety Framework\, an agreement across sectors about which qualifications or training courses are needed for priority production roles. It means that training and qualifications you do with one employer will be recognised and valued by your next employer. \nUpon successfully completing this programme\, you will gain a PSP certificate via the ScreenSkills website which employers can use to verify your level of training – this is valid for 5 years. Further details of the PSP can be found here. \nDuration\n1 day (6 hours) \nTerms and Conditions \n6 working days’ notice of cancellation/postponement prior to the start of the course must be given. Failure to do so will lead to a 75% cancellation fee. Courses cancelled/postponed within 48 hours or less prior to the start of the course will incur a 100% fee. \nCourses may be rescheduled once only and must be rescheduled within 2 weeks of the original course date to avoid the 75% fee. See full Terms and Conditions.
URL:https://data-firstoption.group/event/rmp-2025-12-16/
CATEGORIES:RMP
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ORGANIZER;CN="First Option Training":MAILTO:training@firstoption.group
LOCATION:https://data-firstoption.group/event/rmp-2025-12-16/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251209T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251209T120000
DTSTAMP:20260410T194734
CREATED:20250904T133916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T133916Z
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SUMMARY:Fire Warden Theory
DESCRIPTION:This course is for anyone designated as Fire Marshal / Fire Warden who is allocated to fire safety responsibilities in the prevention of fires and implementing orderly fire evacuations should a fire occur. \nIt also helps employers to meet their statutory insurance obligations and to protect staff and property under current fire safety legislation such as The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. \nBulk Discounts Available \nNeed multiple places?A company course delivered online or in person may be more cost-effective. Contact us for details. \nCONTACTThis course does not include practical fire extinguisher trainingAims & Objectives\nTo enable employers to meet their statutory insurance obligations and to protect staff and property under current fire safety legislation\, i.e. The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. \nEnabling Fire Marshalls / Wardens to achieve a thorough awareness and understanding of the threat posed by fire\, their personal responsibility in preventing an outbreak and the action to be taken should a fire occur. \nWho Is It For?\nDesigned for all staff designated as “Fire Warden” or “Fire Marshal”.  \nThis course has been designed to ensure that attendees achieve a thorough awareness and understanding of the threat posed by fire\, their personal responsibility in preventing an outbreak and the action to be taken should a fire occur. \nCourse Content\nThis course incorporates both the theoretical and practical* aspects of Fire Warden/Marshal training\, including: \n\nFire Legislation;\nCommon Causes of Fire and their prevention;\nSafety Features Within Buildings;\nFire Risk Assessment (as a Fire Warden Role);\nPeoples behaviour in fire situations;\nWhat to do in Case of Fire (including use of Fire Extinguishers);\nSafe Evacuation of Premises;\nAction at Assembly Points.\n\n*This course does not include practical extinguisher training. \nQualifications\nFire Warden/Fire Marshal certificate\, valid for 3 years. \nDuration\nUp to 2 hours. \nTerms and Conditions \n6 working days’ notice of cancellation/postponement prior to the start of the course must be given. Failure to do so will lead to a 75% cancellation fee. Courses cancelled/postponed within 48 hours or less prior to the start of the course will incur a 100% fee. \nCourses may be rescheduled once only and must be rescheduled within 2 weeks of the original course date to avoid the 75% fee. See full Terms and Conditions.
URL:https://data-firstoption.group/event/fwt-2025-12-09/
CATEGORIES:FWT
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ORGANIZER;CN="First Option Training":MAILTO:training@firstoption.group
LOCATION:https://data-firstoption.group/event/fwt-2025-12-09/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251204T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251204T160000
DTSTAMP:20260410T194734
CREATED:20250904T132630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T111215Z
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SUMMARY:Risk Management of Productions
DESCRIPTION:Designed to give you a broad overview of the health\, safety and environmental issues to be considered when making programmes or films. \nThe course will explain why risk management is needed in production and give practical methods of how it should be tackled. It is recognised that mental health and culture have both grown in importance to production management in recent times and this course discusses the key approaches in dealing with these critical topic areas. The session also identifies available resources for environmental sustainability management. \nPART OF THE PRODUCTION SAFETY PASSPORT SCHEME \nBulk Discounts Available \nNeed more than five places?A company course delivered online or in person may be more cost-effective. Contact us for details. \nCONTACTAims & Objectives\n\nA broad overview of the risk management issues to be considered during the making of programmes\, including hazard identification\, risk assessment and good health\, safety and environmental management\nThe opportunity to analyse and discuss the risk management techniques used on production including hazard identification and risk assessment\nDiscuss good health and safety management on location\nInformation about risk management policy and procedures\, including how productions should interact with their contractors and others\nTo provide information about the legal framework\n\nWho Is It For?\nFor those who manage people\, safety on production and/or complete/approve risk assessments. \nThis includes Executive Producers\, Production Executives\, Line Producers\, Series Producers\, Producers\, Assistant Producers\, Directors of Photography\, 1st Assistant Directors\, 2nd Assistant Directors\, 3rd AD\, Production Managers\, Production Coordinators\, Heads of Departments etc. \nCourse Content\nThe course concentrates on the practical aspects of safely managing a production: \n\nRoles and responsibilities in programme making\, both within the production team and those outside\nThe potential pitfalls of risk management and how these may impact upon the programme making process\nApplication of risk management principles using real-life case study examples\nHow to establish and maintain control through clearly defined occupational risk roles and responsibilities\n\nQualifications\nThe Production Safety Passport (PSP) is an industry-led scheme to support the mutual recognition of health and safety training in the Creative Media Industries. The same health and safety skills are needed across a range of creative media sectors that are involved in film and television production. \nThat’s why ScreenSkills have worked with the industry to create the Health and Safety Framework\, an agreement across sectors about which qualifications or training courses are needed for priority production roles. It means that training and qualifications you do with one employer will be recognised and valued by your next employer. \nUpon successfully completing this programme\, you will gain a PSP certificate via the ScreenSkills website which employers can use to verify your level of training – this is valid for 5 years. Further details of the PSP can be found here. \nDuration\n1 day (6 hours) \nTerms and Conditions \n6 working days’ notice of cancellation/postponement prior to the start of the course must be given. Failure to do so will lead to a 75% cancellation fee. Courses cancelled/postponed within 48 hours or less prior to the start of the course will incur a 100% fee. \nCourses may be rescheduled once only and must be rescheduled within 2 weeks of the original course date to avoid the 75% fee. See full Terms and Conditions.
URL:https://data-firstoption.group/event/rmp-2025-12-04/
CATEGORIES:RMP
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ORGANIZER;CN="First Option Training":MAILTO:training@firstoption.group
LOCATION:https://data-firstoption.group/event/rmp-2025-12-04/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251120T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251120T160000
DTSTAMP:20260410T194734
CREATED:20250904T111237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T111237Z
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SUMMARY:Risk Management of Productions
DESCRIPTION:Designed to give you a broad overview of the health\, safety and environmental issues to be considered when making programmes or films. \nThe course will explain why risk management is needed in production and give practical methods of how it should be tackled. It is recognised that mental health and culture have both grown in importance to production management in recent times and this course discusses the key approaches in dealing with these critical topic areas. The session also identifies available resources for environmental sustainability management. \nPART OF THE PRODUCTION SAFETY PASSPORT SCHEME \nBulk Discounts Available \nNeed more than five places?A company course delivered online or in person may be more cost-effective. Contact us for details. \nCONTACTAims & Objectives\n\nA broad overview of the risk management issues to be considered during the making of programmes\, including hazard identification\, risk assessment and good health\, safety and environmental management\nThe opportunity to analyse and discuss the risk management techniques used on production including hazard identification and risk assessment\nDiscuss good health and safety management on location\nInformation about risk management policy and procedures\, including how productions should interact with their contractors and others\nTo provide information about the legal framework\n\nWho Is It For?\nFor those who manage people\, safety on production and/or complete/approve risk assessments. \nThis includes Executive Producers\, Production Executives\, Line Producers\, Series Producers\, Producers\, Assistant Producers\, Directors of Photography\, 1st Assistant Directors\, 2nd Assistant Directors\, 3rd AD\, Production Managers\, Production Coordinators\, Heads of Departments etc. \nCourse Content\nThe course concentrates on the practical aspects of safely managing a production: \n\nRoles and responsibilities in programme making\, both within the production team and those outside\nThe potential pitfalls of risk management and how these may impact upon the programme making process\nApplication of risk management principles using real-life case study examples\nHow to establish and maintain control through clearly defined occupational risk roles and responsibilities\n\nQualifications\nThe Production Safety Passport (PSP) is an industry-led scheme to support the mutual recognition of health and safety training in the Creative Media Industries. The same health and safety skills are needed across a range of creative media sectors that are involved in film and television production. \nThat’s why ScreenSkills have worked with the industry to create the Health and Safety Framework\, an agreement across sectors about which qualifications or training courses are needed for priority production roles. It means that training and qualifications you do with one employer will be recognised and valued by your next employer. \nUpon successfully completing this programme\, you will gain a PSP certificate via the ScreenSkills website which employers can use to verify your level of training – this is valid for 5 years. Further details of the PSP can be found here. \nDuration\n1 day (6 hours) \nTerms and Conditions \n6 working days’ notice of cancellation/postponement prior to the start of the course must be given. Failure to do so will lead to a 75% cancellation fee. Courses cancelled/postponed within 48 hours or less prior to the start of the course will incur a 100% fee. \nCourses may be rescheduled once only and must be rescheduled within 2 weeks of the original course date to avoid the 75% fee. See full Terms and Conditions.
URL:https://data-firstoption.group/event/rmp-2025-11-20/
CATEGORIES:RMP
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ORGANIZER;CN="First Option Training":MAILTO:training@firstoption.group
LOCATION:https://data-firstoption.group/event/rmp-2025-11-20/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251106T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251106T160000
DTSTAMP:20260410T194734
CREATED:20250904T104749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T104750Z
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SUMMARY:Risk Management of Productions
DESCRIPTION:Designed to give you a broad overview of the health\, safety and environmental issues to be considered when making programmes or films. \nThe course will explain why risk management is needed in production and give practical methods of how it should be tackled. It is recognised that mental health and culture have both grown in importance to production management in recent times and this course discusses the key approaches in dealing with these critical topic areas. The session also identifies available resources for environmental sustainability management. \nPART OF THE PRODUCTION SAFETY PASSPORT SCHEME \nBulk Discounts Available \nNeed more than five places?A company course delivered online or in person may be more cost-effective. Contact us for details. \nCONTACTAims & Objectives\n\nA broad overview of the risk management issues to be considered during the making of programmes\, including hazard identification\, risk assessment and good health\, safety and environmental management\nThe opportunity to analyse and discuss the risk management techniques used on production including hazard identification and risk assessment\nDiscuss good health and safety management on location\nInformation about risk management policy and procedures\, including how productions should interact with their contractors and others\nTo provide information about the legal framework\n\nWho Is It For?\nFor those who manage people\, safety on production and/or complete/approve risk assessments. \nThis includes Executive Producers\, Production Executives\, Line Producers\, Series Producers\, Producers\, Assistant Producers\, Directors of Photography\, 1st Assistant Directors\, 2nd Assistant Directors\, 3rd AD\, Production Managers\, Production Coordinators\, Heads of Departments etc. \nCourse Content\nThe course concentrates on the practical aspects of safely managing a production: \n\nRoles and responsibilities in programme making\, both within the production team and those outside\nThe potential pitfalls of risk management and how these may impact upon the programme making process\nApplication of risk management principles using real-life case study examples\nHow to establish and maintain control through clearly defined occupational risk roles and responsibilities\n\nQualifications\nThe Production Safety Passport (PSP) is an industry-led scheme to support the mutual recognition of health and safety training in the Creative Media Industries. The same health and safety skills are needed across a range of creative media sectors that are involved in film and television production. \nThat’s why ScreenSkills have worked with the industry to create the Health and Safety Framework\, an agreement across sectors about which qualifications or training courses are needed for priority production roles. It means that training and qualifications you do with one employer will be recognised and valued by your next employer. \nUpon successfully completing this programme\, you will gain a PSP certificate via the ScreenSkills website which employers can use to verify your level of training – this is valid for 5 years. Further details of the PSP can be found here. \nDuration\n1 day (6 hours) \nTerms and Conditions \n6 working days’ notice of cancellation/postponement prior to the start of the course must be given. Failure to do so will lead to a 75% cancellation fee. Courses cancelled/postponed within 48 hours or less prior to the start of the course will incur a 100% fee. \nCourses may be rescheduled once only and must be rescheduled within 2 weeks of the original course date to avoid the 75% fee. See full Terms and Conditions.
URL:https://data-firstoption.group/event/rmp-2025-11-06/
CATEGORIES:RMP
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ORGANIZER;CN="First Option Training":MAILTO:training@firstoption.group
LOCATION:https://data-firstoption.group/event/rmp-2025-11-06/
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251106T173000
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SUMMARY:Mental Health First Aid
DESCRIPTION:Why train your crew as MHFAiders?  \nMHFAiders are essential to maintaining employee wellbeing. You will gain: \n\nA deeper understanding of mental health and the factors that can affect people’s wellbeing\nPractical skills to spot the triggers and signs of mental health issues\nThe confidence to step in and support someone in the workplace by guiding them to appropriate support\nThree years access to the MHFAider Support App® with 24/7 digital support\nAccess to exclusive resources\, ongoing learning opportunities\, and the benefit of joining England’s largest community of trained MHFAiders\n\nWhy choose MHFA England training? \n\nMHFA England training is key for creating a healthy workplace where the mental and physical health of employees are valued equally\n91% of people had a better understanding of mental health after completing their MHFA England course\nSince MHFA England was founded in 2007\, their Instructor Members have provided training to over 20\,000 workplaces equating to hundreds and thousands of MHFAiders\n\nMHFA England Instructor Member training is accredited by the Royal Society of Public Health\, meaning a quality assured and consistent training experience. \nIN HOUSE COURSES \nNeed multiple places?We can deliver courses exclusively for your company too. Contact us for details. \nCONTACTWhy train your crew as MHFAiders? \nMHFAiders are essential to maintaining employee wellbeing. You will gain: \n\nA deeper understanding of mental health and the factors that can affect people’s wellbeing\nPractical skills to spot the triggers and signs of mental health issues\nThe confidence to step in and support someone in the workplace by guiding them to appropriate support\nThree years access to the MHFAider Support App® with 24/7 digital support\nAccess to exclusive resources\, ongoing learning opportunities\, and the benefit of joining England’s largest community of trained MHFAiders\n\nWhy choose MHFA England training?\nWhy choose MHFA England training? \n\nMHFA England training is key for creating a healthy workplace where the mental and physical health of employees are valued equally\n91% of people had a better understanding of mental health after completing their MHFA England course\nSince MHFA England was founded in 2007\, their Instructor Members have provided training to over 20\,000 workplaces equating to hundreds and thousands of MHFAiders\nMHFA England Instructor Member training is accredited by the Royal Society of Public Health\, meaning a quality assured and consistent training experience\n\nDetails\nThis is a two day\, in person course\, running 09:30 to 17:30. \nYou must attend the course in full to be certified as a Mental Health First Aider. \nTerms and Conditions \n6 working days’ notice of cancellation/postponement prior to the start of the course must be given. Failure to do so will lead to a 75% cancellation fee. Courses cancelled/postponed within 48 hours or less prior to the start of the course will incur a 100% fee. \nCourses may be rescheduled once only and must be rescheduled within 2 weeks of the original course date to avoid the 75% fee. See full Terms and Conditions.
URL:https://data-firstoption.group/event/mental-health-first-aid-2025-oct/
LOCATION:First Option Safety | London EC3\, 2nd Floor Exchequer Court\, 33 St Mary Axe\, London\, EC3A 8AA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:MHFA
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251023T160000
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SUMMARY:Risk Management of Productions
DESCRIPTION:Designed to give you a broad overview of the health\, safety and environmental issues to be considered when making programmes or films. \nThe course will explain why risk management is needed in production and give practical methods of how it should be tackled. It is recognised that mental health and culture have both grown in importance to production management in recent times and this course discusses the key approaches in dealing with these critical topic areas. The session also identifies available resources for environmental sustainability management. \nPART OF THE PRODUCTION SAFETY PASSPORT SCHEME \nBulk Discounts Available \nNeed more than five places?A company course delivered online or in person may be more cost-effective. Contact us for details. \nCONTACTAims & Objectives\n\nA broad overview of the risk management issues to be considered during the making of programmes\, including hazard identification\, risk assessment and good health\, safety and environmental management\nThe opportunity to analyse and discuss the risk management techniques used on production including hazard identification and risk assessment\nDiscuss good health and safety management on location\nInformation about risk management policy and procedures\, including how productions should interact with their contractors and others\nTo provide information about the legal framework\n\nWho Is It For?\nFor those who manage people\, safety on production and/or complete/approve risk assessments. \nThis includes Executive Producers\, Production Executives\, Line Producers\, Series Producers\, Producers\, Assistant Producers\, Directors of Photography\, 1st Assistant Directors\, 2nd Assistant Directors\, 3rd AD\, Production Managers\, Production Coordinators\, Heads of Departments etc. \nCourse Content\nThe course concentrates on the practical aspects of safely managing a production: \n\nRoles and responsibilities in programme making\, both within the production team and those outside\nThe potential pitfalls of risk management and how these may impact upon the programme making process\nApplication of risk management principles using real-life case study examples\nHow to establish and maintain control through clearly defined occupational risk roles and responsibilities\n\nQualifications\nThe Production Safety Passport (PSP) is an industry-led scheme to support the mutual recognition of health and safety training in the Creative Media Industries. The same health and safety skills are needed across a range of creative media sectors that are involved in film and television production. \nThat’s why ScreenSkills have worked with the industry to create the Health and Safety Framework\, an agreement across sectors about which qualifications or training courses are needed for priority production roles. It means that training and qualifications you do with one employer will be recognised and valued by your next employer. \nUpon successfully completing this programme\, you will gain a PSP certificate via the ScreenSkills website which employers can use to verify your level of training – this is valid for 5 years. Further details of the PSP can be found here. \nDuration\n1 day (6 hours) \nTerms and Conditions \n6 working days’ notice of cancellation/postponement prior to the start of the course must be given. Failure to do so will lead to a 75% cancellation fee. Courses cancelled/postponed within 48 hours or less prior to the start of the course will incur a 100% fee. \nCourses may be rescheduled once only and must be rescheduled within 2 weeks of the original course date to avoid the 75% fee. See full Terms and Conditions.
URL:https://data-firstoption.group/event/rmp-2025-10-23/
CATEGORIES:RMP
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cdn.data-firstoption.group/wp-content/uploads/20241113192735/Arri.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="First Option Training":MAILTO:training@firstoption.group
LOCATION:https://data-firstoption.group/event/rmp-2025-10-23/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251014T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251014T120000
DTSTAMP:20260410T194734
CREATED:20250814T103534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T103534Z
UID:10000123-1760436000-1760443200@data-firstoption.group
SUMMARY:Fire Warden Theory
DESCRIPTION:This course is for anyone designated as Fire Marshal / Fire Warden who is allocated to fire safety responsibilities in the prevention of fires and implementing orderly fire evacuations should a fire occur. \nIt also helps employers to meet their statutory insurance obligations and to protect staff and property under current fire safety legislation such as The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. \nBulk Discounts Available \nNeed multiple places?A company course delivered online or in person may be more cost-effective. Contact us for details. \nCONTACTThis course does not include practical fire extinguisher trainingAims & Objectives\nTo enable employers to meet their statutory insurance obligations and to protect staff and property under current fire safety legislation\, i.e. The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. \nEnabling Fire Marshalls / Wardens to achieve a thorough awareness and understanding of the threat posed by fire\, their personal responsibility in preventing an outbreak and the action to be taken should a fire occur. \nWho Is It For?\nDesigned for all staff designated as “Fire Warden” or “Fire Marshal”.  \nThis course has been designed to ensure that attendees achieve a thorough awareness and understanding of the threat posed by fire\, their personal responsibility in preventing an outbreak and the action to be taken should a fire occur. \nCourse Content\nThis course incorporates both the theoretical and practical* aspects of Fire Warden/Marshal training\, including: \n\nFire Legislation;\nCommon Causes of Fire and their prevention;\nSafety Features Within Buildings;\nFire Risk Assessment (as a Fire Warden Role);\nPeoples behaviour in fire situations;\nWhat to do in Case of Fire (including use of Fire Extinguishers);\nSafe Evacuation of Premises;\nAction at Assembly Points.\n\n*This course does not include practical extinguisher training. \nQualifications\nFire Warden/Fire Marshal certificate\, valid for 3 years. \nDuration\nUp to 2 hours. \nTerms and Conditions \n6 working days’ notice of cancellation/postponement prior to the start of the course must be given. Failure to do so will lead to a 75% cancellation fee. Courses cancelled/postponed within 48 hours or less prior to the start of the course will incur a 100% fee. \nCourses may be rescheduled once only and must be rescheduled within 2 weeks of the original course date to avoid the 75% fee. See full Terms and Conditions.
URL:https://data-firstoption.group/event/fwt-2025-10-14/
CATEGORIES:FWT
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ORGANIZER;CN="First Option Training":MAILTO:training@firstoption.group
LOCATION:https://data-firstoption.group/event/fwt-2025-10-14/
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