The main duty of the PCBU (Person Conducting Business or Undertaking) is to verify that all safety personnel have the required qualifications. The Entertainment Safety Alliance is entrusted with supervising the qualification standards for safety personnel in the Film, Television, and Entertainment Industry.
Each certified safety professional is assigned an ESA Number, clearly stated on their profile. It is strongly recommended to confirm that you are engaging a safety professional with the essential qualifications.
Explore here for an insightful summary detailing the roles and responsibilities associated with different levels of safety professional qualifications. Below, you’ll find a detailed COURSE OUTLINE for individuals aspiring to become safety consultants/supervisors in the screen and entertainment industry.
Assistant Safety (ESA100)
Assistant Safety Personnel are required to consistently work under the direct supervision of a certified Safety Consultant / Supervisor within the same set or unit. Their responsibilities include assisting and learning from the qualified Safety Consultant / Supervisor, but they are not authorized to perform tasks independently.
Safety Officer Level 1 (ESA200)
A Safety Officer Level 1 is authorized to support Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) compliance under the supervision of a certified Safety Consultant / Supervisor. They may also independently oversee operations on a secondary unit, excluding primary stunts, risky actions, special effects, or armory. However, they must be continuously supervised by a Safety Consultant / Supervisor in these situations.
Safety officer Level 2 (ESA300)
Under the guidance and oversight of a certified Safety Consultant / Supervisor, a Safety Officer Level 2 is authorized to work independently on different productions or units. However, they must not operate autonomously without supervision.
Safety Consultant / Supervisor
A Safety Consultant/Supervisor is a certified individual endorsed by the ESA, possessing the necessary qualifications, expertise, and experience to offer tailored advice and suggestions for minimizing risks associated with production activities.
COURSE OUTLINE
Discover our extensive course syllabus and diverse modules tailored to equip you as a safety expert in the screen and entertainment sector. Click below to delve deeper into how our program can empower you to reach your career aspirations.
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To pursue a career as a safety professional in the screen and entertainment industry, you must hold a Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety (WHS) and a valid First Aid Certificate. Join as a Safety Trainee Member to begin your journey in this field.
