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Bectu and Mark Milsome Foundation Release Findings From Crew Safety Survey
21st November 2023
On the 6th anniversary of the tragic death of respected British camera operator Mark Milsome, The Mark Milsome Foundation and Bectu have released the findings from a survey of film and TV crew about current views on health and safety training and protocols on British sets. Alarmingly, nearly three quarters of respondents said they have felt their safety […]Read more
BBC News Feature About the Foundation, Highlights Issues of Health & Safety in Film & TV
21st November 2023
The Foundation is thrilled to announce that BBC News has done a piece about health and safety, raising questions about the risks involved for actors and crew members whilst on set. There are growing calls for health and safety to be made a priority. Featuring Rory Kinnear (Patron), Andra (Founder), her daughter, Alice and Samantha Wainstein, […]Read more
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Thank you to the camera crew on Gangs of London season 3 for commemorating the sixth anniversary of Mark`s death. And thank you to 2nd AC and MMF Trustee @daisy_allen96 for making it happen, and for involving one of our 2023-24 trainees, @stephanieachao. And thank you to @gangsoflondon and @pulsefilms.
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Our Patron, Rory Kinnear on the Today programme on BBC Radio 4 last week, drawing attention to health and safety issues on set.
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Our stand @sonyprofilmmaking at Pinewood Futures Festival!
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The Foundation is looking forward to participating in Pinewood Studios’ Futures Festival 2023 tomorrow and on Saturday!
Futures Festival 2023 is set to be the biggest free careers event for those looking to start a career in the Film & TV industry. Meet employers and industry professionals, take part in workshops and attend panels. At the home of super spies, superheroes and galaxies far, far away, we aim to inspire, engage and encourage you to consider careers in the screen industry.
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On the 6th anniversary of the tragic death of respected British camera operator Mark Milsome, The Mark Milsome Foundation and Bectu have released the findings from a survey of film and TV crew about current views on health and safety training and protocols on British sets.
Samantha Wainstein, MMF Chair says:
‘Mark’s death serves as a poignant reminder of the critical importance of strictly adhering to health and safety guidelines. The Mark Milsome Foundation was established in his memory, and one of the core aspects of our mission is ensuring that no one on a film set dies for the sake of a shot again. This survey has gathered data on first-hand experiences from crew, allowing us to assess the progress in health and safety practices since our last survey and providing strong evidence that safety training for all is a necessary requirement. We are committed to advocating for safer sets until substantial and effective change is realised.”
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