The IATSE Stagecraft Recovery Committee's safety plan closely mirrors guidelines set by the film and television industry, with certain key differences
As U.S. theaters are beginning to make plans and seek union approval to resume production, the IATSE Stagecraft Recovery Committee has released a safety plan that closely mirrors guidelines set by the film and television industry, with some key differences.
The DGA, SAG-AFTRA, IATSE and Teamsters' joint safety report for Hollywood, released June 12, emphasized repeatedly the importance of testing but again called for just "regular, consistent testing" while also calling for the implementation of a "Zone" system intended to keep workers socially distant, especially those that are at greater risk for catching the virus. Those at greatest risk should be tested at least three times a week, the recommendations said.
Like the Industry-Wide committee, the Stagecraft committee calls for employers to "limit the duration of workdays and excessive consecutive workdays whenever possible and extend turnaround times whenever possible" to ensure workers remain well-rested, though it does not specify what an appropriate turnaround time looks like. Mealtimes should be staggered and buffet-style meals swapped in favor of individually-packaged food.
Both documents emphasize that cast and crew should not be fired, laid off or disciplined for expressing concerns about safety as relates to COVID-19, and should be encouraged to do so.
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