RECCE CHECKLIST – UCLAN STUDENT CENTRE NOTES

I have not received permission to

1. Authorisation – Do I have written permission to film from the owner of the property/location or a person who is film here and no one is aware that
authorised to give me permission to film? I am filming a project.

Are they fully aware of what I am intending to film? Have I informed them of how many crew and cast members will be I will put up signs saying ‘filming
on set and how much equipment will be used? in progress’ and ensure the
location isn’t recognisable on the
Will I need to use any of their equipment as part of the shoot e.g. The espresso machine or food counter inside a footage so I don’t need legal
coffee shop? This also needs to be confirmed in writing. approval.

Have you swapped contact details with the owner, so you can contact them or they can contact you asap if there is a
change of circumstances?

Extra rooms are not required as I

2. Extra rooms – Has the location got extra rooms available for storing equipment securely, for costume changes or to will be the only member of the
act as a green room for cast members to go when not needed on set? crew. Characters in the film will be
unaware of the filming prior to the
shoot. I will just be taking a
camera and mic which is easy to
keep on my person.
Nearest toilets are on the same
3. Toilets – Where are the nearest toilets? floor but on the other side of the
building.
I will not be plugging anything in
4. Power supply - Does the location have power supply and mains to plug in equipment? Where are the sockets? Will and will be using batteries instead
extension cables be needed? as it may be extremely crowded
and cramped – I don’t want
people to trip over the wire.
There is a good network for
5. Telephone - Is there a telephone on site? Is there a good network signal for mobiles? mobiles however there are no
telephones on site.
vending machine buzzing and
6. Noise – Are there any noises that may interfere with the shoot e.g., air conditioning or fridges, background music or crowds. However, this is all part of
PA systems, planes or traffic noises. the ‘reality’ I am trying to capture
in my film. I just have to ensure
dialogue can be heard clearly.
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7. Timing – Have I visited the location at a similar time of day to when I am likely to be filming? the centre is open, however I
Am I fully aware of what happens at different times of the day? Do I know the best times to film? E.g., Avoiding the believe it peaks around 4pm-6pm.
school run.
Not that I am aware of, however
8. Special events – Is there a special event happening on the day of the shoot that could be disruptive to filming? the framing will be tight, and the
background won’t really be seen.
If it is too loud to pick up the
dialogue, I will just change
locations.
There is a café in the centre and
9. Catering – Is there somewhere nearby for cast/crew to grab some lunch or will this be provided, and if so how? shops nearby.

Not required.
10. Access/Parking - Is there access by vehicle and parking available? Will there be a key holder present on the day?
Which entrance do cast/crew members use? Are security passes required? Are people expected to sign in on arrival?

Not required.
11. Transport links – Where are the nearest transport links for those not travelling by car? Are there any issues in
finding the locating that will need to be pointed out? Do I need to provide maps to direct people?

Yes. Photographs of the vending

12. Photographs – Have I taken photos detailing all the areas suitable for the shoot and any problematic features? machines are located on the
website.
I don’t have specific
13. Measurements – Do I have a good idea of the size of the space available? measurements, but I will use
approximately 5mx5m of filming
space. If there are people using
the table next to the vending
machine it may be a bit cramped.
The building has great interior
14. Lighting – What is the existing light in the room, are there large windows which will need covering, does the sun lighting, plus lighting from the
come through a skylight? vending machine.

If there is a big group by the

15. Issues – Have I noted down any potential issues for concern e.g., uneven flooring, air conditioning, not enough vending machine it may be too
electrical sockets, mirrored walls, members of the public coming into the area etc? disruptive. If this is the case I will
relocate or wait.
No.
16. Copyright Issues – Are there any works of art e.g., paintings, sculptures or background music likely to be in shot?
You may need to first get clearance to have them appear in your film – otherwise avoid having them in shot.
 I will not be exposing the location;
17. Additional shots - Are there some good areas within the location for cut-away shots? Establishing shots etc? I will be using shots of the
vending machine as establishing
shots.
Yes, risks are minimal such as
18. Risk Assessment – Have I carried out a risk assessment and tried to minimise any potential dangers? tripping.
If filming on the street and don’t know how safe the area is, it’s advisable to contact the local council/police to find out if
its going to be a safe place to take cast, crew and equipment?
Not required.
19. Neighbours – Have I notified neighbours of any disturbances they may witness as part of the shoot – the last thing
you want is to have the police calling round because the neighbours thought a real fight was taking place when it was
actually part of the scene.
Do be mindful to consider any additional measures or restrictions due to Covid-19.