Daily Film Set, Stunt & Special Effects (SFX) Clearance Form

1. Production & Shoot Details

Complete this form before participating in any stunt or special effects activities on set. This clearance is valid for one production day only and must be resubmitted for each day of hazardous work.


Production Title

Shoot Date

Call Time


Primary Shoot Location

Scene Number(s) & Description

Production Type

Unit Production Manager (UPM) Name

Safety Coordinator Name

2. Personnel Information

Full Name

Date of Birth

Primary Role/Department

Specific Position for Today's Shoot

Union/Guild Affiliation (if applicable)

Years of Professional Experience in This Role

Have you previously worked on this production?


Are you acting as a Stunt Coordinator or SFX Supervisor today?


3. Stunt & Special Effects Activity Overview

Select all applicable activity categories for today's work (check all that apply):

Detailed Description of Planned Stunt/SFX Activities

Estimated Risk Level of Activities

Will any minors (under 18) be present or participating in these activities?


Will this activity involve any live animals?


Does this activity require road closures or public space restrictions?


4. Safety Training & Professional Certifications

All personnel must maintain current certifications relevant to their assigned tasks. Upload proof of certifications below.


Current Safety Certifications (select all that apply):

Is your Stunt/Safety certification current and valid for today's date?


Have you completed a safety briefing specific to today's activities?



Upload Current Safety Certification Document(s)

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Have you reviewed the storyboard and pre-visualization for this sequence?

Have you participated in a walk-through rehearsal of this stunt/SFX sequence?


5. Medical Clearance & Health Declaration

Your health and physical readiness are critical for safety. Answer all questions truthfully. Misrepresentation may result in immediate removal from set.


Do you have any known medical conditions that could affect your ability to safely perform today's activities?


Are you currently taking any prescription medications?


Have you experienced any injury or illness in the past 30 days?


Are you experiencing any pain, discomfort, or physical limitation today?


Do you have any allergies (medications, materials, environmental) relevant to today's work?


Is your tetanus vaccination current (within 10 years)?


Upload Current Medical Clearance Certificate (if required by risk level)

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I confirm that I am physically and mentally fit to perform the activities described in this clearance form today.

6. Equipment, Props & Hazardous Materials

Will you be handling any firearms or weapons today?


Will you be working with pyrotechnics, explosives, or incendiary devices?


Will you be working at heights above 6 feet (2 meters)?


Will you be operating or working near specialized stunt vehicles?


Will you be using any personal protective equipment (PPE) beyond standard set PPE?


Specialized Equipment Checklist

Equipment Name

Model/ID Number

Inspected Today?

Safety Officer Approved?

Operator Name

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

7. Risk Assessment & Safety Control Measures

Rate the implementation status of the following safety control measures (1 = Not Implemented, 2 = Partially Planned, 3 = Planned but Not Verified, 4 = Implemented, 5 = Fully Implemented & Verified):

Pre-shoot safety meeting conducted

Emergency action plan communicated

Clear communication system established (radios, hand signals)

Exclusion zones/barriers established and secured

Fire suppression equipment on standby

Medical personnel on set and briefed

All equipment inspected and certified

Weather conditions assessed and within safe parameters

Stunt sequence rehearsed at reduced speed

All personnel aware of abort signals

Are there any last-minute changes to the planned stunt/SFX sequence?


Has a dry-run/rehearsal been completed satisfactorily?


Identify any additional hazards not covered in standard assessment:

Overall confidence in safety preparedness for today's activities:

8. Insurance & Liability Acknowledgment

Do you have active professional liability insurance covering stunt/SFX work?


Have you reviewed and understood the production's liability waiver and risk acknowledgment documents?


I acknowledge that I am voluntarily participating in hazardous activities with inherent risks including, but not limited to, physical injury, temporary or permanent disability, or other harm.

I confirm that I have disclosed all relevant medical conditions, injuries, or limitations that could affect my safety or the safety of others.

I understand that I have the right to refuse to perform any activity I deem unsafe without fear of retaliation, and that I must immediately report safety concerns to the Stunt Coordinator or Safety Coordinator.

I agree to follow all safety protocols, directions from authorized safety personnel, and to remain within designated safe zones when not actively performing.

9. Emergency Information & Communication

Emergency Contact Name

Emergency Contact Phone Number

Relevant Medical Information for Emergency Responders

Preferred Hospital/Medical Facility (if any)

Do you have valid ambulance/medical evacuation coverage for this location?


Radio/Communication Channel Assigned

10. Weather & Environmental Conditions

Current Weather Conditions

Are weather conditions within acceptable safety parameters for all planned activities?


Is this a day or night shoot?

Will artificial lighting or atmospheric effects impact visibility?


11. Final Approvals & Signatures

This clearance is valid only for the date, activities, and personnel specified above. Any changes require a new clearance form.


Approval Signatures

Role/Title

Name

Initials

Date & Time

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Has all required safety documentation been filed with production office?

Additional Notes or Special Considerations:

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