Jim Allen was one of the 1st Option team of paramedics and safety advisers who supported Studio Lambert on ‘Race Across the World’. We asked him what items of kit he never leaves the home without.
1st Option Safety Group
TV and Film Health and Safety Consultants. Working as part of your team to help you create great content while protecting your people, your production and your business.
PRODUCTION SAFETY SUPPORT
We can provide safety, fire, medical and security support to help manage your risks with the planning and delivery of your production or event. Whether in TV and film production, live events or in extreme and remote locations, use our extensive online resources or work with our fully qualified and experienced team of advisers who are available by phone, email or onsite.
SAFETY TRAINING
Get the safety, fire and first aid skills you need to safely plan and manage your production, event or venue and to respond to challenges quickly and effectively. All our training and refresher courses are designed to meet the demands of the TV and film industries, live events and venue management and, where applicable, meet the industry standards an accreditation.
SAFETY EQUIPMENT
Protect your people and production with fire, safety and survival equipment that meets the highest standards. Your one-stop equipment store for complete flexibility, speedy delivery in UK, overseas and competitive prices for sale and hire. Our advisers are available by phone and email to help you find the right kit for the job
Need help with a production safety issue?
Call our new advice line: 0203 146 0433
Or email: advice@1stoptionsafety.com
1st Option Safety Group Retained Services
Over 250 independent TV production companies, broadcasters and studios retain 1st Option to provide their safety support.
Our retained service can provide all your organisation’s H&S requirements or support your in-house safety team.
From policies and systems through to day to day advice and support, training and equipment, we have the range of service solutions to meet your needs.
Talk to us about a retainer package to suit your company or project.
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Latest News
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