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Irrespective of whether we are travelling by public transport (train, flight, or even state transport buses) or by hired taxi, it is safe to insure the equipment we are carrying.
A team involved in video production is required to handle a variety of equipment and use it in different situations-indoors, outdoors, hot summers, and freezing winters. Video equipments are all very sensitive and need utmost care if they have to perform when we want them to. The slightest disregard will not only burn a hole in our pocket but also cost us our reputation.
Remember, the producer/director is ultimately responsible for every frame and every bit of audio that goes into the programme. Viewers are not interested in empathizing with our production-related problems. All they want to see is a good video. And to produce a good appreciable video, it is important that all equipment are taken good care of. This section has been included in this book to aid student and amateur teams. This is not an exhaustive list and is only indicative. Situations may call upon us to respond appropriately.
Some of the umbrella rules to be adhered to while handling all video equipment:
- Read equipment manuals in detail before use for tips on how to handle the equipment.
- Always issue equipment by filling in a request form, even if hiring them. Check the efficacy of all lighting equipment before taking them out for production.
- Always keep all pieces of equipment clean and tidy.
- Handle all equipment sensitively. Rough use of equipment is not appreciated.
- Do not expose equipment to extreme weather conditions. Do not place them near sources of heat, or extreme cold, and rain or water.
- Prevent equipment from receiving major physical shocks.
- Carry all equipment in their respective cases before and after use. Plan the shooting schedule to include packing time.
- Take a count of the equipment every time there is a shift in location. Cross-check them with the checklist.
- Do not leave equipment near strong magnetic fields.
- Avoid humidity at all times.
- Carry a toolkit at all times. Have the technician immediately attend to any technical problem.
- Importantly, have contacts (phone, fax, and e-mail IDs) of all service personnel ready on hand.
Further to the above, special care is need for the following:
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