NOTE: This safety tour is
meant to work in conjunction with the online tutorial, not replace
it.
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
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.
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.
7. When working with tools on which there are safety guards, keep the safety guards in place--do not remove them or interfere with their performance.
8. When working with loud tools, make sure and wear ear protection.
9. When using tools or moving objects, always be aware of who and what is around you.
10. If you are moving heavier objects, be sure to lift properly and/or ask for assistance.
11. No horseplay with tools, around tools, or around others using tools.
12. Use the tool appropriate for the given job, and use it properly.
13. Report any accidents, even minor ones, to the person in charge.