Protocol: CAMERAS GLIDING ACROSS THE EDGE of a stage, performers flying overhead on cables, video walls and scenery moving in and out, and cast and crew interacting with stage-mounted toasters, turntables, elevators, and treadmills. Each of these scenarios have one thing in common: robotics. The use of remote-operated equipment at live events is rapidly expanding, which means the exposures that could potentially result in damage to property—or an injury to cast, crew, or patrons—are increasing, too.
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Safety is paramount not just in or industry but everywhere. We fortunately (or unfortunately) however often deal with machines and robotics that are outside the realm of typical insurance coverage or liabilities. We are constantly pushing the boundaries of what is possible and what we can be doing in the industry. While people watching award shows or concerts nowadays may assume robotic camera operators to be common or specific elements of shows that are automated they are often still in an infancy stage compared to most proven machines. With each and every step forward and new invention there becomes a new liability and a new risk that the company inherently takes on putting it around crowds of people doing such dynamic moves all while ohh recording its actions for all to see. Its good to see though that our industry is addressing this and that we are taking the proper steps to ensure safety and that we are maintaining a balance for our machines.
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