Recce Checklist

City College Norwich TV Studio ........................................................................................................................................

Name of location

Things to take:
Stills Camera Mobile phone Notebook, pen, Programme risk assessment form Maps/directions ID Brief Checklist

A mobile phone will be taken in case of problems on location. Notebook and Pen will be taken to write down notes about the location. A risk assessment will be taken as required by law.

A checklist will also be taken to keep up to date with the schedule.

Talking to people:
Confirm ownership Exchange details Explain intentions Discuss fees/contract Editorial policy Are passes required? Availability and timings Local events Dress code Copyright issues Childrens details

Yes No

Yes No Yes No Yes No

Transport/access:
Landmarks for directions Neighbour disturbance Risk of trespass Internal access Vehicle access Toilets Traffic control needed? Shelter Safety for hazardous environments Tidal waters Boats/safety

Yes No Yes No

Yes No

Toilets are on site.

Yes No Yes No

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Camera/lighting:
Position of the sun Window direction Power supply Size of location Strobing TV/computer screens Is floor level? Secure place for kit Cables Smoke alarms/sprinklers

Yes No Yes No Yes No Yes No

Yes No

Sound:
Listen Traffic/roadworks Aircraft Electrical hazards Schools Weather Background music/PA system Air conditioner/fridges/etc Wooden floors

Yes No Yes No Yes No Yes No Yes No Yes No Yes No Yes No

Things for director:

Take photos GVs/top shots Cutaways Backgrounds Events Additional contributors

Yes No

Photos of the TV studio will be taken

Food/accommodation:
Eating Hotels

There is a caf next to the TV studio or there is a Starbucks caf nearby.

Check to make sure you've covered all you need and write more notes if necessary

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