Theatre Safety and Equipment Terms

To remove a set, props, or equipment after a production. Theatre Example: Wearing gloves and following lifting safety when striking scenery after a show.

• Strike

• Set Up

• Rehearse

• Curtain Call

A document that provides information about a material’s hazards and safety precautions. Theatre Example: Checking the MSDS before using paint, adhesives, or cleaning supplies in the shop.

• MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet)

• SDS (Safety Data Sheet)

• PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)

• TDS (Technical Data Sheet)

Clothing or gear worn to protect against hazards in the workplace. Theatre Example: Safety glasses, gloves, closed-toe shoes, or hard hats used in the scene shop.

• PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)

• Safety Gear

• Workplace Attire

• Protective Clothing

The safe distance and awareness area around someone using a tool to prevent injury. Theatre Example: Standing at least 3 feet away from someone using a power saw.

• Tool Safety Zone

• Safety Buffer Area

• Injury Prevention Zone

• Tool Awareness Zone

Properly connected to the earth to prevent electrical shock. Theatre Example: Ensuring lighting equipment is properly grounded before use.

• Grounded

• Insulated

• Short-circuited

• Overloaded