Fire Warden Theory
2025-08-14 10:00 - 12:00 (Europe/London) | https://data-firstoption.group/event/fwt-2025-08-14/
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.
It 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.
Bulk Discounts Available
Need multiple places?A company course delivered online or in person may be more cost-effective. Contact us for details.
CONTACTThis course does not include practical fire extinguisher trainingAims & Objectives
To 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.
Enabling 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.
Who Is It For?
Designed for all staff designated as “Fire Warden” or “Fire Marshal”.
This 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.
Course Content
This course incorporates both the theoretical and practical* aspects of Fire Warden/Marshal training, including:

Fire Legislation;
Common Causes of Fire and their prevention;
Safety Features Within Buildings;
Fire Risk Assessment (as a Fire Warden Role);
Peoples behaviour in fire situations;
What to do in Case of Fire (including use of Fire Extinguishers);
Safe Evacuation of Premises;
Action at Assembly Points.

*This course does not include practical extinguisher training.
Qualifications
Fire Warden/Fire Marshal certificate, valid for 3 years.
Duration
Up to 2 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.

Risk Assessment in Production
2025-08-14 11:57
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.
Bulk Discounts Available
Need more than five places? A company course delivered online or in person may be more cost-effective. Contact us for details.
CONTACTAims & Objectives

Provide basic instruction and refresher on risk assessment within the TV & Film industry.
Understanding what a risk assessment is.
Provide a basic overview of the legal responsibilities on companies/productions and individuals regarding risk assessment.
The process of undertaking and recording a risk assessment.
The opportunity to practice and discuss risk assessment with peers and qualified safety professionals with experience in TV & Film safety.

Who 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:

What is a risk assessment? – The Basics
Legal requirements and responsibilities
Steps to risk assessment and how they apply in TV & Film Production
PETE and other tools
Group exercises

Duration 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.

Risk Assessment in Production
2025-08-19 10:00 - 12:30 | https://data-firstoption.group/event/rap-2025-08-19/

Risk Management of Productions
2025-08-20 10:00 - 16:00 | https://data-firstoption.group/event/rmp-2025-08-20/
Designed to give you a broad overview of the health, safety and environmental issues to be considered when making programmes or films.
The 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.
PART OF THE PRODUCTION SAFETY PASSPORT SCHEME
Bulk Discounts Available
Need more than five places?A company course delivered online or in person may be more cost-effective. Contact us for details.
CONTACTAims & Objectives

A 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
The opportunity to analyse and discuss the risk management techniques used on production including hazard identification and risk assessment
Discuss good health and safety management on location
Information about risk management policy and procedures, including how productions should interact with their contractors and others
To provide information about the legal framework

Who Is It For?
For those who manage people, safety on production and/or complete/approve risk assessments.
This 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.
Course Content
The course concentrates on the practical aspects of safely managing a production:

Roles and responsibilities in programme making, both within the production team and those outside
The potential pitfalls of risk management and how these may impact upon the programme making process
Application of risk management principles using real-life case study examples
How to establish and maintain control through clearly defined occupational risk roles and responsibilities

Qualifications
The 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.
That’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.
Upon 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.
Duration
1 day (6 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.

Risk Management of Productions
2025-09-04 10:00 - 16:00 | https://data-firstoption.group/event/rmp-2025-09-04/

Fire Warden Theory
2025-09-16 10:00 - 12:00 | https://data-firstoption.group/event/fwt-2025-09-16/

Risk Management of Productions
2025-09-24 10:00 - 16:00 | https://data-firstoption.group/event/rmp-2025-09-24/

Risk Management of Productions
2025-10-07 10:00 - 16:00 | https://data-firstoption.group/event/rmp-2025-10-07/

Fire Warden Theory
2025-10-14 10:00 - 12:00 | https://data-firstoption.group/event/fwt-2025-10-14/

Risk Management of Productions
2025-10-23 10:00 - 16:00 | https://data-firstoption.group/event/rmp-2025-10-23/

Mental Health First Aid
2025-11-05 09:30 - 2025-11-06 17:30, 2026-02-10 09:30 - 2026-02-11 17:30 | First Option Safety | London EC3, 2nd Floor Exchequer Court, 33 St Mary Axe, London, EC3A 8AA, United Kingdom
Why train your crew as MHFAiders?
MHFAiders are essential to maintaining employee wellbeing. You will gain:

A deeper understanding of mental health and the factors that can affect people’s wellbeing
Practical skills to spot the triggers and signs of mental health issues
The confidence to step in and support someone in the workplace by guiding them to appropriate support
Three years access to the MHFAider Support App® with 24/7 digital support
Access to exclusive resources, ongoing learning opportunities, and the benefit of joining England’s largest community of trained MHFAiders

Why choose MHFA England training?

MHFA England training is key for creating a healthy workplace where the mental and physical health of employees are valued equally
91% of people had a better understanding of mental health after completing their MHFA England course
Since MHFA England was founded in 2007, their Instructor Members have provided training to over 20,000 workplaces equating to hundreds and thousands of MHFAiders

MHFA England Instructor Member training is accredited by the Royal Society of Public Health, meaning a quality assured and consistent training experience.
IN HOUSE COURSES
Need multiple places?We can deliver courses exclusively for your company too. Contact us for details.
CONTACTWhy train your crew as MHFAiders?
MHFAiders are essential to maintaining employee wellbeing. You will gain:

A deeper understanding of mental health and the factors that can affect people’s wellbeing
Practical skills to spot the triggers and signs of mental health issues
The confidence to step in and support someone in the workplace by guiding them to appropriate support
Three years access to the MHFAider Support App® with 24/7 digital support
Access to exclusive resources, ongoing learning opportunities, and the benefit of joining England’s largest community of trained MHFAiders

Why choose MHFA England training?
Why choose MHFA England training?

MHFA England training is key for creating a healthy workplace where the mental and physical health of employees are valued equally
91% of people had a better understanding of mental health after completing their MHFA England course
Since MHFA England was founded in 2007, their Instructor Members have provided training to over 20,000 workplaces equating to hundreds and thousands of MHFAiders
MHFA England Instructor Member training is accredited by the Royal Society of Public Health, meaning a quality assured and consistent training experience

Details
This is a two day, in person course, running 09:30 to 17:30.
You must attend the course in full to be certified as a Mental Health First Aider.
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.

Risk Management of Productions
2025-11-06 10:00 - 16:00 | https://data-firstoption.group/event/rmp-2025-11-06/

Risk Management of Productions
2025-11-20 10:00 - 16:00 | https://data-firstoption.group/event/rmp-2025-11-20/

Risk Management of Productions
2025-12-04 10:00 - 16:00 | https://data-firstoption.group/event/rmp-2025-12-04/

Fire Warden Theory
2025-12-09 10:00 - 12:00 | https://data-firstoption.group/event/fwt-2025-12-09/

Risk Management of Productions
2025-12-16 10:00 - 16:00 | https://data-firstoption.group/event/rmp-2025-12-16/

Risk Management of Productions
2026-01-08 10:00 - 16:00 | https://data-firstoption.group/event/rmp-2026-11-08/

Sustainability in Production
2026-01-14 10:00 - 12:00 | https://data-firstoption.group/event/sip-2026-01-14/
This is a practical, reality-based introduction to reducing environmental impact across scripted, unscripted and commercials.
Designed for busy production teams, this course cuts through the jargon and hype to show what sustainability really means on set; legally, operationally, and creatively.
Course Aims & Objectives
By the end of the course, participants will:
Knowledge

Understand the foundations of sustainability (People, Planet, Profit) and why it matters to production.
Learn key UK laws and governance affecting production.
Understand carbon emissions across Scope 1, 2 and 3 and how they apply to film and TV.

Skills

Recognise high-impact areas of production.
Identify practical low-carbon alternatives, including EV transport, hybrid power, HVO, hydrogen carriers, and battery systems.
Confidently interpret and use carbon calculators and emissions data.
Integrate sustainability planning into recces, budgets, schedules, and department briefs.

Application

Implement realistic sustainability actions tailored to production budgets and constraints.
Spot common pitfalls, greenwashing risks, and compliance issues.
Create and champion department-level sustainability initiatives.
Work effectively with sustainability teams, suppliers, and industry organisations.

Who Is It For?
This course is designed for anyone working in film, TV, streaming, or branded content who needs a practical understanding of sustainability:

Producers and Line Producers
Production Managers and Coordinators
1st ADs and Production AD teams
HODs
Sustainability Managers and Production Executives
Freelance crew wanting to upskill
Studios, facilities companies, and suppliers

No prior sustainability knowledge is required. Ideal for productions working toward sustainability certifications, company ESG goals or internal targets.
Course Content
1. Sustainability Fundamentals

What sustainability really means
How production impacts the environment
How climate change is already impacting production schedules, budgets, and risk

2. UK Governance and Regulation

Overview of old and new legislation
New CMA enforcement powers

3. Carbon Emissions & the GHG Protocol

Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions explained for production
Where emissions really sit in film/TV
Why transport, generators, and materials dominate operational footprint

4. Practical Solutions for Production

What productions are already doing
What “good” looks like
HOD-level responsibilities and achievable on-set behaviours
How to set up a sustainability council on production

5. Transport

Electric Vehicle (EV) pros and cons
Charging realities, range, and cost considerations
Mobile EV charging options
Transport policies including anti-idling, ride sharing, and local crew
Tips for low-budget productions

6. Power Solutions

Diesel vs alternatives
HVO / biodiesel
Hydrogen
Battery systems & hybrid power
Solar, energy storage, microgrids

7. Materials, Waste & Logistics

Costume/props reuse and recycling
Set circularity: storage, gifting, recycling
Eco paints and materials
Blockchain, logistics apps, and digital tools

8. Food, Facilities & Behavioural Actions

Meat-free days
Portioning, waste segregation, and anaerobic digestion
Water bottle policy
Engagement apps for cast and contributors
Reward schemes for departments

9. Carbon Calculation

What carbon calculators measure
Interpreting data and avoiding common errors
Linking metrics to actual behaviour change
Crediting and reporting best practice

10. Industry Organisations

Overview of key groups and initiatives supporting sustainable production

11. Q&A / Discussion
Duration
Up to 2 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.
Production 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.
Your answers to five short questions will help us understand the current landscape and directly inform our future training and other sustainability resources.
TAKE THE SURVEY

Fire Warden Theory
2026-01-15 10:00 - 12:00 | https://data-firstoption.group/event/fwt-2025-01-15/

Risk Management of Productions
2026-01-22 10:00 - 16:00 | https://data-firstoption.group/event/rmp-2026-01-22/

Sustainability in Production
2026-01-29 10:00 - 12:00 | https://data-firstoption.group/event/sip-2026-01-29/
This is a practical, reality-based introduction to reducing environmental impact across scripted, unscripted and commercials.
Designed for busy production teams, this course cuts through the jargon and hype to show what sustainability really means on set; legally, operationally, and creatively.
Course Aims & Objectives
By the end of the course, participants will:
Knowledge

Understand the foundations of sustainability (People, Planet, Profit) and why it matters to production.
Learn key UK laws and governance affecting production.
Understand carbon emissions across Scope 1, 2 and 3 and how they apply to film and TV.

Skills

Recognise high-impact areas of production.
Identify practical low-carbon alternatives, including EV transport, hybrid power, HVO, hydrogen carriers, and battery systems.
Confidently interpret and use carbon calculators and emissions data.
Integrate sustainability planning into recces, budgets, schedules, and department briefs.

Application

Implement realistic sustainability actions tailored to production budgets and constraints.
Spot common pitfalls, greenwashing risks, and compliance issues.
Create and champion department-level sustainability initiatives.
Work effectively with sustainability teams, suppliers, and industry organisations.

Who Is It For?
This course is designed for anyone working in film, TV, streaming, or branded content who needs a practical understanding of sustainability:

Producers and Line Producers
Production Managers and Coordinators
1st ADs and Production AD teams
HODs
Sustainability Managers and Production Executives
Freelance crew wanting to upskill
Studios, facilities companies, and suppliers

No prior sustainability knowledge is required. Ideal for productions working toward sustainability certifications, company ESG goals or internal targets.
Course Content
1. Sustainability Fundamentals

What sustainability really means
How production impacts the environment
How climate change is already impacting production schedules, budgets, and risk

2. UK Governance and Regulation

Overview of old and new legislation
New CMA enforcement powers

3. Carbon Emissions & the GHG Protocol

Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions explained for production
Where emissions really sit in film/TV
Why transport, generators, and materials dominate operational footprint

4. Practical Solutions for Production

What productions are already doing
What “good” looks like
HOD-level responsibilities and achievable on-set behaviours
How to set up a sustainability council on production

5. Transport

Electric Vehicle (EV) pros and cons
Charging realities, range, and cost considerations
Mobile EV charging options
Transport policies including anti-idling, ride sharing, and local crew
Tips for low-budget productions

6. Power Solutions

Diesel vs alternatives
HVO / biodiesel
Hydrogen
Battery systems & hybrid power
Solar, energy storage, microgrids

7. Materials, Waste & Logistics

Costume/props reuse and recycling
Set circularity: storage, gifting, recycling
Eco paints and materials
Blockchain, logistics apps, and digital tools

8. Food, Facilities & Behavioural Actions

Meat-free days
Portioning, waste segregation, and anaerobic digestion
Water bottle policy
Engagement apps for cast and contributors
Reward schemes for departments

9. Carbon Calculation

What carbon calculators measure
Interpreting data and avoiding common errors
Linking metrics to actual behaviour change
Crediting and reporting best practice

10. Industry Organisations

Overview of key groups and initiatives supporting sustainable production

11. Q&A / Discussion
Duration
Up to 2 hours.
Please note we are currently seeking accreditation for this course from Albert but have not yet received it.
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.
Production 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.
Your answers to five short questions will help us understand the current landscape and directly inform our future training and other sustainability resources.
TAKE THE SURVEY

Risk Management of Productions
2026-02-05 10:00 - 16:00 | https://data-firstoption.group/event/rmp-2026-02-05/

Fire Warden Theory
2026-02-17 10:00 - 12:00 | https://data-firstoption.group/event/fwt-2026-02-17/

Risk Management of Productions
2026-02-19 10:00 - 16:00 | https://data-firstoption.group/event/rmp-2026-02-19/

Sustainability in Production
2026-02-24 10:00 - 12:00 | https://data-firstoption.group/event/sustainability-in-production/

Risk Assessment in Production
2026-02-25 10:00 - 12:30 | https://data-firstoption.group/event/rap-2026-02-25/

Risk Management of Productions
2026-03-04 10:00 - 16:00 | https://data-firstoption.group/event/rmp-2026-03-04/

Sustainability in Production
2026-03-11 10:00 - 12:00 | https://data-firstoption.group/event/sustainability-in-production-2/

Fire Warden Theory
2026-03-18 10:00 - 12:00 | https://data-firstoption.group/event/fwt-2026-03-18/
