Why do you think safety is so important in a technical theatre class?

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1 Starter: Why do you think safety is so important in a technical theatre class?

2 Theatre Safety Rules and Guidelines

3 General Theatre Safety Overall rules of working safely in a theatre. Theatres Are Dangerous Theatres are inherently dangerous places. We work with tools and equipment which if not used properly can cause severe damage to a person. We work with saws, paints, chemicals, electricity, explosives, and other items which, even with proper use, create potentially dangerous situations. We work on ladders, on catwalks, often at substantial heights. We move very heavy objects. And we do all of this in a limited space with frequently many people around, all of whom could be the victim of a moment of daydreaming or thoughtlessness.

4 Safety Rules and Regulations The following power point is a list of rules and regulations. In order for a student to take part in the many hands-on activities that we will be doing, he/she must pass with an 90 or higher on the written safety test. This is the information is what you must know to pass.

5 Safety

6 Theatre Safety Safety in the theatre means that crews, casts and audiences are kept safe from all possible hazards and emergencies. Learning to work safely in the theatre is very important. Most accidents can be avoided by replacing unsafe habits with safe practices.

7 Main Causes of Accidents Being in a Rush Unsafe Conditions Bad Attitude Impaired Judgment Lack of Training

8 General Safety Regulations 1. Keep the auditorium and shop clean at all times. 2. Make sure work area is free from clutter

9 General Safety Regulations 3. If you do not know how to use a piece of equipment or it is unfamiliar to you, make sure to ask for help.

10 General Safety Regulations 4. Only Use tools and machines for their intended purpose.

11 General Safety Regulations 5. If a piece of equipment is damaged, do not use it. Report the damaged item to Miss Pereida so it can be repaired. Do not use it until it has been fixed.

12 General Safety Regulations 6. Never distract the attention of a student while they are operating equipment.

13 General Safety Regulations 8. ALWAYS wear closed toe shoes, eye protection, and appropriate clothing on stage and in the shop.

14 General Safety Regulations This means: Do not wear rings, ties, or loose clothing when operating machinery. Do not wear sandals or flip flops when on stage or shop areas only hard-sole shoes. Wear safety glasses when cutting materials. Face masks should be worn when working with spray paint and materials with strong fumes.

15 General Safety Regulations This means: Long hair should be tied back. Remove all dangling necklaces, scarves, etc. Ear protection may be worn at your discretion.

16 General Safety Regulations 9. Make sure depth and thickness levels are properly set on all cutting blades.

17 General Safety Regulations 10. Be aware of others around so that nothing is thrown from the saw, which may cause injury.

18 General Safety Regulations 11. Keep hands and clothing away from cutting surfaces.

19 General Safety Regulations 12. Never adjust settings on machinery until switch is off and blades have ceased to rotate.

20 General Safety Regulations 13. Use safe lifting practices.

21 General Safety Regulations This means: Make sure you can physically lift the weight. Get as close to the object as possible for picking it up. Make sure your footing is secure. Lift smoothly but not slowly. Do not jerk the load. Bend at the knees not your waist and keep back straight. Get someone to help you.

22 General Safety Regulations

23 General Safety Regulations Any students working in the Catwalk must abide by the following regulations: 1. There must be a Teacher who knows you are going up there. 2. There is a minimum of 2 people in the Catwalk and a maximum of Any tools needed in the catwalk must be tethered to the student to prevent them from falling. 4. Unapproved students are not permitted in the Catwalk. 5. Students may only walk on the designated Catwalk area, not on the support beams or ceiling material.

24 General Safety Regulations Ladder Safety Portable ladders should be inspected at frequent, regular intervals and maintained in good condition free from oil, grease, or other slippery materials. Defective ladders should be removed from service until repaired. Those that cannot be repaired should be destroyed. Ladders should always be placed on stable bases and, whenever possible, should be secured near the top and at the bottom. Boxes, barrels, or other unstable surfaces should never be used to extend the reach of the ladder.

25 General Safety Regulations Ladder Safety Never leave tools on a ladder and never drop or throw tools to another worker. It is safer to climb a ladder, drop a line and haul an object up rather than carrying heavy objects up a ladder.

26 Stage Safety Terms used when working on the stage: Heads up! something above your head is moving or falling Clear! move out of the way of danger; falling objects

27 Safety Tools Worn as a safety precaution to protect the body Goggles worn to protect the eyes when using tool, should be worn when cutting wood and metal Gloves worn to protect hands from wear, burns and blisters

28 Think, Think, Think The most important rule of theatre safety is to always think about not only what you are doing at the moment, but to also think about what could happen, but also what could go wrong. Look around you as you move objects, or as you begin to saw or use other, potentially dangerous items.

29 Ask for Help Many of you will be working with tools and equipment you have never worked with before. It is absolutely vital you ask for help with anything you are unsure of. If you don't know how to do something, ask the teacher. If you are uncomfortable doing something, please let the person in charge know. Most accidents happen when a person is attempting something they really don't know how to do, or they are so nervous they don't have a real sense of control over what they are doing.

30 Scene Shop Safety Proper Attire 1. No loose, long or baggy clothing. It can get caught in moving parts and machinery or snagged on splinters etc. 2. Wear shoes with good, non slippery soles that cover the whole foot; no sandals or dress shoes. 3. No gloves while using power tools. (Again, these can get caught in moving parts of machines.) 4. No shorts or skirts (jeans are best).

31 5. No long or large jewelry. It can get caught on things and may get ruined. 6. Wear clothes that will protect you from dust, etc. 7. You will get dirty and stained. Bring work clothes.(there are dressing rooms available.) 8. Long hair must be put up or tied back and put down your shirt. A cap is a good way to keep your hair up also.

32 Safety Rules General Safety Rules: The most obvious safety rule is to be careful. Pay attention to what you are doing and do not rush. Being careful means being careful all the time. You can be careful for years and then get hurt in two seconds of inattention. This is entirely under your own control. Being careful is your best defense against injury. Avoid danger by using common sense. Do not hurry and cut corners on safety. Some people take greater risks because they have a strange notion of invulnerability, or as a show of bravado. This will gain no respect for you in our shop.

33 Hands: Hands are most susceptible to injury. Watch the cutting edge of any tool, especially the power tools, and be aware of where your hands are in relation to it. Pay attention and do not get distracted. There is a dangerous temptation to hold parts together with one hand while shooting pneumatic tools with the other. Sometimes staples and nails turn inside the wood and poke out where you do not expect them.

34 House Keeping (A Clean Shop Is a Safe Shop) Clean up your work area at the end of your work shift. Do not leave tools and supplies out unnecessarily. Do not let your work area become too cluttered, this can lead to trip hazards. Clean as you go. Flatten nails in used lumber.

35 Do not block fire extinguishers, doors, or marked tool-safety areas. Keep pathways to fire exits and for crossing the shop clear. It can be dangerous having to carry large items while walking over lumber and trash.

36 Working with the fly system When you are the person responsible for raising and lowering scenery or equipment it is your responsibility to make sure that people are out of the way, that all hazards are cleared and that everyone on stage knows that you are about to move something in or out (down or up) on stage. This should be a loud verbal warning so all can hear you over all other work going on at the time. This goes for lifting a bucket up to a scaffold to moving a one ton wall on a counterweight batten.

37 STAGECRAFT SAFETY REVIEW Any construction site has the potential for accidents. Just like any other construction site, we too have the potential for severe accidents. We work with power tools, large objects, electricity, and we often work at high elevations. Thus, safety is a paramount issue. Some basic rules to follow: 1. The first and foremost rule of theatre safety is always THINK, THINK, THINK!!! Anticipate what could happen and prepare for potential problems. 2. If you don't know how to use something, or how to do something, stop and ask the person in charge. 3. If you are uncomfortable using a tool, moving something, cutting something, or anything, stop and ask for assistance from the person in charge.

38 4. Keep the work area clean of extra tools, supplies, electrical cords, sawdust, etc., to minimize the dangers of tripping. 5. Avoid wearing loose clothing, loose hair, and long, loose jewelry when working with any power tools. The tool can grab the loose item before you even realize it. 6. When working with tools creating sawdust or other small particles make sure and wear eye protection.

39 7. When using tools or moving objects, always be aware of who and what is around you. 8. If you are moving heavier objects, be sure to lift properly and/or ask for assistance. 9. No horseplay with tools, around tools, or around others using tools. 10. Use the tool appropriate for the given job, and use it properly. 11. Report any accidents, even minor ones, to the person in charge.

40 S STOP AND ASK IF YOU ARE UNSURE. A ASSUME EVERYTHING IS DANGEROUS. F FOCUS ON WHAT YOU RE DOING. E EXAMINE THE SITUATION BEFORE BEGINNING WORK. T TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF. Y YOU CAN PREVENT ACCIDENTS IN THE SHOP.

41 Remember 90% of Theatre Safety is Common Sense. When taking your test take the time to think about what seems logical! In the same breath, when working in the theatre do the same thing: THINK BEFORE YOU ACT. BE SAFE AND HAVE FUN THIS SEMESTER!