Tomb Raider Series Broke UK Safety Laws
Amazon's production of the series, starring Sophie Turner, breached health and safety regulations during filming at Shinfield Studios, prompting a rare intervention from the UK's Health and Safety Executive
The production of Amazon's Tomb Raider series, starring Sophie Turner, broke UK safety laws during filming at Shinfield Studios. The breach involved the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002.
The UK's Health and Safety Executive (HSE) issued an improvement notice in April, which was rectified within a month. The notice was issued due to the production's failure to ensure crew members underwent 'biological monitoring' when handling isocyanate paints, which can cause asthma and require proper protective equipment and handling procedures.
The production of the Tomb Raider series was paused for two weeks in March due to an injury to star Sophie Turner. Filming for the series began in January and is created by Phoebe Waller-Bridge, starring Sophie Turner, Sigourney Weaver, and Jason Isaacs.
The HSE's intervention is notable, as the agency issued only four improvement notices to TV productions in the last four years. This makes the breach by the Tomb Raider series a rare occurrence, particularly given its high profile.
## Why it matters The breach of safety laws by the Tomb Raider series production highlights the importance of adhering to health and safety regulations in the workplace. The use of isocyanate paints, which can cause asthma, requires proper handling and protective equipment to prevent harm to crew members. The HSE's intervention ensures that the production takes necessary steps to rectify the breach and prevent future incidents.
The incident also raises awareness about the need for biological monitoring and proper handling of hazardous substances in the film industry. The fact that the production was paused due to an injury to the star and the subsequent breach of safety laws underscores the importance of prioritizing crew safety and well-being during filming.
## What happens next The production of the Tomb Raider series has rectified the breach, and filming is expected to continue. The HSE's intervention serves as a reminder to the film industry to prioritize health and safety regulations and take necessary steps to prevent similar incidents in the future.
The Tomb Raider series is a highly anticipated production, and the breach of safety laws may have implications for the industry as a whole. As the production moves forward, it is likely that the HSE will continue to monitor the situation to ensure that the necessary steps are taken to prevent future incidents.
