News/Press/Media
MMF Chair Joins Workwise for Screen’s Podcast to Talk On-Set Safety
5th September 2025
We are delighted that our Chair, Samantha Wainstein recently participated in Workwise for Screen’s podcast to discuss why on-set safety and speaking up is our collective responsibility. In this episode Samantha shares what a safe set looks like and highlights simple steps every employer can take. She talks about the behaviours management can model to […]Read more
Thank You For Your Support
22nd July 2025
We continue to be deeply encouraged by the unrelenting support for the Foundation. Recently, we were honoured to receive a bespoke order from Ian Macdonald, assistant location manager, who requested a customised version of our Foundation Caps for his locations team on After the Flood 2. Ian knew Mark well and chose to support his […]Read more
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🎬 A lovely photo of the cast and crew of I Swear, a touching film recently released and written, directed and produced by our patron, Kirk Jones. The film is based on the true story of John Davidson, who was diagnosed with Tourette’s syndrome.
Before filming began, to ensure the safety of all cast and crew on set, Kirk required everyone involved to complete our ScreenSkills Level 2 Health and Safety Passport course, which he also wrote and directed! 👏
Kirk says:
“All members of crew and production on #ISwear received a talk from me about Mark, the Foundation and why I felt so passionately about writing and directing the H&S passport. I would never have started shooting until I was confident that everyone had taken the course and was taking health and Safety seriously.”
To learn more about our H&S course click the link in our bio. 🙏
@kirkjones3
#markmilsomefoundation #ISwear #filmcommunity #healthandsafety #healthandsafetytraining #filmcrew #behindthescenes
🎬 A highlight clip from Filmmaker - Director - DOP - Camera Operator Monte Fisher, SOC, who was recently interviewed by @productionfor
He talks about all things production, from carving his path as a camera operator and cinematographer to why etiquette and set safety truly matter, including recommending our ScreenSkills Level 2 Health and Safety course!
As Monte puts it, “Set safety is no accident.” 👏
To watch the whole interview click link in bio. 🙏
@thebudstudio_ #markmilsomefoundation #bemoremark #safetyfirst #makesetssafe #healthandsafetytraining #cinematographer
Today marks World Mental Health Day 💚
It’s an important reminder of the value of mental wellbeing, both in life and on set.
At the Foundation, we believe that a mentally healthy crew is a safer crew.
That’s why we’ve dedicated an entire chapter to mental health in our ScreenSkills Level 2 Health & Safety course.
To learn more about our course, click the link in our bio. 🙏🙏🙏
#markmilsomefoundation #bemoremark #safetyfirst #mentalhealth #worldmentalhealthday❤️
🎬 Tip #4 – Don’t step up to the next position until you’re ready.
It’s imperative to make sure you have the skills and training relevant to the job you’re stepping up to. Being under-qualified or inexperienced is a health and safety issue.
Yes, it’s tempting to accept a job that’s the next rung on the ladder, but be responsible and ask yourself, do I have the skills? If not, you could be putting yourself and those around you in potential danger.
#markmilsomefoundation #bemoremark #safetyfirst #healthandsafety #makesetssafe
COMING SOON…new merch is on its way for all of you to wear for life 🙌
Old favourites, including the grey long sleeved tee (depicted above) are making a return, while the classic black beanie has been re-invented. Plus there’s new merch on the way to keep you warm on those cooler days.
Watch this space to find out when the items will be in stock. 🙏
#markmilsomefoundation #bemoremark #safetyfirst #makesetssafe #merch #merchandise
🎬 Tip #3 - Always do your due diligence before hiring crew.
In our industry, safety is the number one priority, and this starts with who you’re hiring.
Always make sure you do due diligence before you hire someone, especially if they are not known to you. 🙏
CVs and showreels have to be backed up with evidence. Go onto IMDb and check out their credits.
Call previous employers to get references.
Not doing proper due diligence can lead to employing an individual without the relevant skills, and this can have devastating consequences!
#markmilsomefoundation #bemoremark #safetyfirst #makesetssafe #healthandsafetytraining #duediligence