{"id":7649,"date":"2020-05-19T15:34:44","date_gmt":"2020-05-19T15:34:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.filmpei.com\/?p=7649"},"modified":"2020-05-19T15:34:44","modified_gmt":"2020-05-19T15:34:44","slug":"filmpei-will-be-partially-opening-may-25-2020","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.filmpei.com\/filmpei-will-be-partially-opening-may-25-2020\/","title":{"rendered":"FilmPEI will be partially opening May 25, 2020"},"content":{"rendered":"
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FilmPEI has continued working during the shut down to develop the PEI Film Industry and create a vision for moving forward. Although it’s impossible to know exactly what will happen we are hopeful we will achieve the bright future we were working toward prior to Covid-19.\u00a0<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n
Now, to answer some of your questions:<\/p>\n
When will FilmPEI be opening?<\/strong><\/em> \nFilmPEI, like all businesses, must adhere to the PEI Public Health Office’s regulations and have a COVID-19 focused operational plan in place prior to opening. We are doing that right now and intend on opening May 25th, 2020. That said, we will be opening gradually so we can get use to the cleaning protocols and limit the number of people in space at once. We will be asking members to make an appointment prior to coming to the facility. The doors will be locked and drop-ins will not be allowed until we are confident that we will be able to provide a safe environment for all our clients. We anticipate fully opening on June 1, 2020.<\/p>\n
Can we rent gear?<\/strong><\/em> \nYes you will be able to rent gear. Thomas has created a protocol for gear rental that will require 72 hour notice (see below). Though gear will be sanitized all gear, in Phase 2, must be able to sit in quarantine for 48 hours to ensure it is not contaminated.<\/p>\n
Can we rent the facilities?<\/strong><\/em> \nYes. But in Phase 2 facilities may only be used when FilmPEI staff are on site. Renters would need to follow strict protocols when using FilmPEI facilities. Rentals must be booked 72 hours before use. These restrictions may be lifted for Producer members later in Phase 3.<\/p>\n
When will we be able to film and how do we film safely?<\/em><\/strong> \nIt is anticipated that full production will not be able to happen for a while. There is currently a consultation process happening across Canada to build a set protocol that will better guide productions. It is anticipated these will be available in early June. The Province will then assess and make the decision about opening PEI to larger productions.<\/p>\n
As for the upcoming Phase 2 starting May 22nd: \nAccording to PEI Public Health film companies and individual filmmakers, photographers, sound people, etc. will be allowed to operate in a limited capacity. Operational plans must be in place prior to activities as per Provincial guidelines (see below).<\/p>\n
It’s important to note that FilmPEI will require gear renters to provide an overview of their activity including number of participants and their plan to operate within the guidelines of PEI Public Health. You can find a template\u00a0here<\/a>.<\/p>\n
FOR YOUR INFORMATION: FILMPEI\u00a0GEAR SAFETY PROCEDURES<\/strong><\/p>\n
\u2022 Equipment will be\u00a0cleaned over all contact surfaces with alcohol swabs, or a spray disinfectant.\u00a0The equipment is cleaned when returned from a rental.\u00a0 If it has been used or touched inside the FilmPEI premises then it will be cleaned again before going out on another rental.<\/p>\n
\u2022 The only person with authorization to handle the equipment on FilmPEI premises outside of rental drop off\u00a0will be our Tech Director, Thomas Mears.<\/p>\n
\u2022 requests must be submitted minimum\u00a072 hours prior to rental pickup<\/p>\n
Outgoing rental procedure:<\/strong><\/p>\n
\u2022 The member will arrange a pickup time with Thomas.\u00a0 They will park at the back loading door, and call\/text\/knock upon arrival.\u00a0 Thomas\u00a0will load the equipment into their vehicle.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Rental agreements will be done via email.<\/p>\n
Returning rental procedure:<\/strong><\/p>\n
\u2022 The member will arrange a drop-off time with Thomas.\u00a0They will park at the back loading door, and call\/text\/knock upon arrival.\u00a0 Then they will load the equipment into the FilmPEI\u00a0rental loading area by the back door. All bags\/cases must be opened by the member so contents can be seen.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Thomas will visually assess gear for missing items.<\/p>\n
\u2022 The equipment will then remain untouched in \u201cquarantine\u201d for a period of\u00a048 hours after which the equipment will be assessed for working properly cleaned and put away into its\u00a0regular storage area.\n<\/p>\n
NOTE: GEAR RENTERS MUST PROVIDE AN OPERATIONAL PLAN. PLEASE HAVE THE ANSWERS TO THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS READY: \n1. how many people are you shooting with? crew and clients\/subjects? \n2. where are you shooting – inside or outside? \n3. if you are shooting inside how will you ensure 6 ft separation between crew members and clients? \n4. who is handling the gear? \n5. what kind of safety measures are you taking (masks, sanitizer) ?<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
FilmPEI has continued working during the shut down to develop the PEI Film Industry and create a vision for moving forward. Although it’s impossible to know exactly what will happen … <\/p>\n