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BEST PRACTICES FOR CAPTURING INDUSTRY IMAGERY When planning to shoot any training, give training leaders as much prior-notice as possible. If shooting at a customer location, make sure you have prior approval from the customer. Pre-planning will help management make sure employees and students have proper clothing and gear, and that the training or work environments are clean and tidy for your visit. This is extremely important to avoid re-shoots. As the photographer or videographer, you need to be equipped with steel-toe boots, hard hat, safety glasses, and visi-vest anywhere they are required. When you arrive on-site, status with the training specialist or crew leader to discuss where and who you are going to shoot, as well as any potential safety hazards you need to be aware of. Depending on the environment, you may need to sign a job hazard analysis form after receiving a special briefing or training. Always work with your point-of-contact on-site to discuss any recommendations they have on who to shoot. They can usually identify who is most skilled in certain areas (i.e. in the ELP, who the best climbers are). Focus your shots on students and training specialists who are engaged in learning. Avoid people who are disengaged.

Always ask your point-of-contact if everything in the area you are shooting is safe and as close to real world as possible. If you see anything questionable such as ropes hanging off trucks or equipment laying in the dirt, its always right to ask about it before shooting.

When shooting images in classrooms and conference rooms, try to clear all water bottles and clutter.

In all training environments, everyone should be wearing proper PPE at all times, even if they are not doing anything technical in the moment. Its also always a good idea to check that students and instructors are always using the right tool for the job.

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