Ten Point Code of Conduct For The Treatment of Models During Photo Shoots in Studios and On Location

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Ten point Code of Conduct for the treatment of Models during photo shoots in studios and on location 1.

Working Hours and Breaks A working day shall consist of a maximum work period of ten hours Monday to Sunday of which one hour will be free of all work. The Model is allowed to take suitable and regular rest periods. It is expected that the Model shall not be required to work for more than five consecutive hours without a break for rest and refreshment, which shall not be less than of one hours duration and that within a four hour working period at least one short break of no less than 15 minutes will be provided. Short breaks are included within working hours. 2. Provisions of meals The Model will be provided with all meals and beverages (taking into account dietary requirements) whilst the Model is contracted. Meals and refreshments will be provided within suitable time periods. 3. Travel and transport All travel expenses in the UK outside a radius of 10 miles of the studio/ location will be paid for or transport provided. When a location booking is made transport must be provided for the Model both to the booking location and back again, unless specifically agreed otherwise. In the event of work continuing after 10pm a taxi will be provided to the Models home or temporary address. 4. Respect and dignity The Model will be treated with respect and professionalism and all necessary steps will be taken to ensure that the safety, health, well being and dignity of the Model is protected and maintained at all times during the contract period. Such steps shall be included for studios and on location. No one will ask or impose upon the Model any action or activity which is dangerous, degrading, unprofessional or demeaning to the Model. If there is any risk revealed during the process of risk assessment for the photo shoot, such risk must be raised with the Model and their Agent before the contract is made. 5. Change of Appearance The Model cannot be required to make permanent or long lasting changes to their appearance during a photo shoot, for example by cutting hair, unless such change is agreed by the Model at the time the photo shoot takes place. 6. Nudity/Semi Nudity The general nature of the photo shoot will be explained in advance to the Model and their Agent before the contract is agreed and any nudity/semi nudity will be personally approved by the Model before the shoot takes place.

7. Changing area/Bathroom facilities A private changing area will be provided for the Models use. The Model will have access to adequate bathroom facilities including hot water in studios and on location wherever reasonably practicable to do so. 8. Temperature In the event that a Model is required to work semi nude or in very thin summer wear material the temperature will be no less than 73 degrees Fahrenheit (21 degrees Centigrade) A studio location will be kept well ventilated and reasonably warm in winter and reasonably cool in summer, and at all times consideration will be given to what the Model is required to wear and for temperatures to be adjusted accordingly. On location every reasonable step will be taken to ensure that the working conditions are as comfortable as possible and that all practicable steps are taken to ensure that the temperatures are regulated. 9. Insurance and prompt payment During the contract period the Model must be provided with appropriate insurance cover adequate to cover all liabilities and risks. These must include adequate cancellation insurance, public liability insurance, Employers Liability insurance, travel insurance to cover the activities of the Model whilst travelling to and from the location, and any other necessary insurance. At the end of the contract period the Model will be paid promptly and in any event within 30 days of the receipt of the invoice from the Model/Models Agent.

10. Use of Models under 16 years of age Models under 16 years of age will not be used in photo shoots representing adult models. If a Model is used who is under 16 years of age, there will be no nudity or semi nudity required. The Model will be accompanied throughout the photo shoot by a Chaperone that has CRB clearance or parent. Any work will be in accordance with, where relevant and applicable with the Statutory Regulations that apply to Child Entertainers and Models

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