National Occupational Standards - Lighting for Film and ... - Skillset

NATIONAL OCCUPATIONAL STANDARDS
LIGHTING FOR FILM & TELEVISION
JUNE 2006
L2 CONDUCT A RECCE FROM AN
ELECTRICAL VIEWPOINT
UNIT OVERVIEW
This Unit is about conducting a recce from an electrical
viewpoint.
This means considering aspects of the location that will
impact on the electrical work, by looking at the
advantages and disadvantages of the site, and what to do
once a studio or location has been selected.You will
need to conduct a risk assessment. It is also about
estimating and evaluating the production lighting
schedule.
KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING
this is what you must know
a) the production schedule, technical and budget
requirements and their impact on the recce
b) how to assess the advantages and disadvantages of
locations from an electrical viewpoint
c) when it is necessary to obtain specialist advice and
how to obtain it
d) the key factors in building up an assessment of the
electrical implication and cost effectiveness of using
particular locations
e) what to look for at the studio or location to
decide upon the necessary equipment and
resources
f) how to account for the possibility of adverse
physical and climatic conditions
g) the necessary procedures to follow once a
selection is made to use a studio or location.
h) how to conduct a risk assessment to ensure the
safety of all staff
SKILLSET JUNE 2006
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