The links below contain the written ABC News Safety Program as well as support documents.
News Safety Guidebook
Injury & Illness Prevention Program (IIPP)
- News Safety Guidebook - IIPP - Part A (PDF)
- Risk Assessment
- Injury Reporting
- All Hazards Training
Forms & Checklists
- Downloadable Forms & Checklists
Safety Bulletins & One Sheets
The following links provide guidance for topics and risks that may be encountered in News Gathering. They should be read and applied as necessary when news assignments made.
Aerial Footage & Airfields
- Aerial Filming & Airfields
- Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) - Drones
Disaster & Weather Coverage
- Disaster Coverage - Overview
- Disaster Coverage - Health Aspects
- Flood Waters Health & Safety Guidelines
- Weather Conditions
- Winter Conditions - Driving & Location Safety
Vehicles & Driving
- Broadcast Vehicles
- Driving
- Vehicles - Recording In, From & Around
Studio Specific Safety & Environmental Guidelines
Many studios have safety and environmental policies that must be followed in addition to those contained in the PSG. Below are links to some studio specific guidelines.