Motion Picture Safety Awareness
Motion Picture Safety Awareness
OVERVIEW
The Motion Picture Safety Awareness course is designed specifically for the motion picture and television industry and will become a mandatory requirement for most union membership as of March 2024. This course is a fun and interactive way to learn about the different safety hazards that exist within the industry. Whether you are refreshing your knowledge or just starting out in the industry, this course is great for veterans and beginners alike.
This course is a requirement to become a permittee with:
- The Directors Guild of Canada BC (DGC BC)
- International Cinematographers Guild – Local 669 (ICG 669)
- The International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees Local 891 (IATSE 891)
- Teamsters Local 155
Change your mind? Please see our Cancellation Information.
Course Delivery: Online
Course Cost: Free
Course Duration: 5 hours
HOW TO START THIS COURSE?
Watch these video to learn how to connect MPSA to your STAR profile and how to get started with the course.
FAQS ABOUT THIS COURSE
PLEASE NOTE: This online course is not mobile friendly and there may be issues completing it on a cellular device. Actsafe recommends you complete this course on a laptop, desktop computer or tablet with a strong internet signal. For additional tips and tricks, please see FAQ below.
Why is this course a requirement?
Article 12.07 of the BCCFU Master Agreement requires employees employed under the British Columbia Master Agreement or Supplemental Master Agreement to successfully complete the Actsafe Motion Picture Safety Awareness course before March 31, 2024.
When do I have to complete it by?
March 31, 2024 in order to be eligible for dispatch or referral after this date.
If I took the course before 2018, do I need to take it again?
Recertification must be completed for certificates earned before August 25, 2015. Any employee who completed a version of the Actsafe Motion Picture Safety Awareness course or Actsafe Safety 101 prior to August 25, 2015 will have until June 30, 2024 to take the current version of the course in order to meet the requirement of Article 12.07.
I need specific accommodations or assistance to take the course, what should I do?
Please reach out to your union or employer rep to discuss options for accommodations in taking this course. Actsafe can provides assistance accessing our course at our office in Burnaby which can be set up by contacting info@actsafe.ca.
How do i start this course?
Does this course cover WHMIS?
No. Motion Picture Safety Awareness is a separate course from our WHMIS 2015 course.
Do I have to complete this course in one sitting?
This course does not need to be completed in one sitting. Register and complete the course at your own pace.
What should I do if I do not have access to a desktop/laptop or strong internet connection?
If you find yourself without access to a desktop/laptop or a reliable internet connection, you can schedule an in-person appointment at the Actsafe office to take the MPSA using one of our laptops.
Contact our Education & Training Specialist at info@actsafe.ca for assistance.
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Before starting the course, please ensure your browser is up to date.
Tips for troubleshooting a potential glitch:
- When prompted with “Would you like to resume where you left off?” click YES. Clicking NO will restart the course and cause your progress and star count to be lost.
- Do not click the “Back” and “Forward” arrows on your browser window to move through the course. Doing so will cause your progress and star count to be lost. Always use the navigation buttons within the course screen.
- The course is best completed on a large device – laptop or desktop computer. If you are having issues on other devices switch to a larger device where possible.
- iPads: Ensure your screen is in the “landscape” orientation when completing the course to ensure you are able to see the entire course on your screen.
- Adjust your browser’s zoom to ensure you are able to see the entire course on your screen.
- The propane heater STOP & THINK activity in The Circus module contains a two-part question – read all prompts carefully
If you are still experiencing issues, please contact us at 604-733-4682, info@actsafe.ca, or via LiveChat before you take any further action. We would like to avoid restarting the course if we can.
