5a work based ethics

Following the codes of conduct and applying ethical practice to our work is often not conscious but subconscious behaviour.  Through my training and development during my work based learning I have developed a level of professionalism that I always follow;


Health and Safety

*Warming up and cooling down
*Maintaining personal equipment (Such as shoes, costumes, tights etc)
*Safe Practice
*Awareness of surroundings

Being aware of the health and safety of yourself and others ensures safe practice in the workplace.  This can be as simple as warming up and cooling down, setting your costumes in a safe place so that no one will trip over and ensuring your personal equipment is well maintained, to more difficult situations where you have to suggest that other people's practice is not up to scratch.  There have been times when I  have had to point out items such as leaking smoke machines, badly set costumes and uneven flooring, however I believe it is better to point these thing out than risk the safety of yourself and your fellow performers.

Team work

*Being an active member of the team
*Ensuring discussions are honest and open
*Allowing freedom of speech

Equal Opportunities

*Ensuring all members of the team have their voice heard
*Allowing all members of the team to demonstrate their talents
*Ensuring no one is isolated

I think the values of team work and equal opportunities go hand in hand.  Treating others as you wish to be treated yourself is behaviour which you hope everyone is brought up with.  In my opinion if everyone treats the members of their with respect and decency it allows for a happy, productive, creative work environment.

Fire Regulations

*Being personally aware of the Fire escapes
*Being personally aware of any regulation you need to follow
*Being aware of any fire equipment (Fire blankets, Fire extinguishers etc)

Although it is the employer's responsibility to ensure that all staff are trained and responsible when it comes to all health, safety and fire regulations, I also believe that everyone should take a personal responsibility for themselves. 

Personal Ethics

*Ensuring you carry yourself in a professional manner
*Ensuring you remain calm and professional in all situations
*Ensuring you use the correct equipment for the job
*Ensuring your costumes are well maintained and clean
*Ensuring you are well presented, clean and tidy

I believe that everybody should take a personal pride in the way they present themselves.  This is not only for the work place but also when you attend auditions etc.  Being well presented and professional in all your endeavours sets you ahead in your career.