The main concerns have involved suspending the structure from the ceiling and allowing users to walk underneath it, whilst all of the necessary equipment is stored on top of it. Following a meeting with Robert Belton (studio manager) and John Viney (set technician) I have been informed that it would be sensible to make a few minor changes in order to make the structure safer. This includes a change from the supporting hooks, to closed hoops, and also the introduction of carabineers at the end of the chains.
Unfortunately the carabineers that I had purchase were too large for the chains and I was unable to find small enough ones to fit the chains, as a result I decided to use D shackles, which will work just as well as they offer a closed link to the chains that cannot come undone.
This will make it certain that the chain could not slip from the structure even with any sudden jerks. The hooks can then be used as a secondary support; this will give the users enough time to move away from underneath the structure if one of the closed hoops or chains fails.
Whilst moving the lights into place I was aware that two lights located in the middle of an area where two plywood sheets meet, may appear unsecure, although the wood would support the weight. As a result I decided to add a further two cross beams to support these sections of the structure, again adding to the safety of the installation. As well as these supporting beams I have introduced supporting brackets that will hold the lights in place. Even though the lights are flat fronted and are unlikely to move, I wanted to make their stability certain, something which the brackets now guarantee. I have also made sure to bolt all of the equipment down to the structure. I first secured all of the equipment to another board using cable ties, and this board has been bolted to the structure preventing it from moving.
Throughout the construction of the frame and supports etc I have been sure to wear a mask, as the dust from the woodcuttings can be extremely fine and be breathed into the lungs.
Although many follow spots become fairly hot during use the one that I am using does not, due to its size and power. As a result there is no problem with securing the lights against the wood, which will have fabric secured on to it. The cooling fan that is built into each light is located near the back of the light, which will not be obstructed in any way, allowing for the light to keep cool.
Another concern that I have had since the start of the project has been the damage that haze can have on humans. However, the haze fluid that I am using is water based, and consequently does not pose any risks for the user’s health, even with long exposure the haze will not cause any problems.
Every care has been taken to make sure that the structure is safe and that the presentation will pose extremely small risk for the users involved.
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