It cannot be stressed strongly enough that the lighting equipment and studio power supply be either installed, or checked in the case of existing supply, by a qualified and licensed electrician. Without question working with powered light sources is dangerous.
As a photographer it is inevitable that light sources are taken for granted and unfortunately familiarity leads to complacency and poor safety practices. Always observe a few simple rules.
- Electricity is dangerous. It can kill you.
- Never attempt to repair lights or wiring unless you are absolutely confident you know
- what you are doing.
- Always be cautious when moving or connecting lights.
- Always turn off the power to the flash pack when changing flash head outlets.
- Use heat resistant gloves when handling tungsten lights.
- Always turn off the power and disconnect the cable before changing a globe.
- Never touch any part of a light or cable with wet hands.
- Exercise extreme care when photographing liquids.
- Never use liquids near electricity.
- Wear shoes with rubber soles.
- Ensure you know where and how to use the first aid kit.
- Ensure you know where and how to use the fire extinguisher.
- Ensure you are aware of emergency procedures related to work area.
- Ensure adequate ventilation of the studio area.
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