The New Normal: Film Permits

The City of Miami, Office of Communications Division of Film and Entertainment, has decided to reopen the issuance of Film Permits in a case-by-case basis. Please keep in mind that our office is currently closed to the public and everything will be done remotely. Limitations and restrictions on business activity and public gatherings, are now in effect. The City of Miami the new normal in film permits, reassures the necessity for the film companies to develop strategies to support the health and safety of their cast and crew as production activity restarts. We suggest to production’s personnel to take personal accountability as well as an active role in maintaining a clean and healthy set and to exercise social responsibility. Below we have gathered some Rules and Regulations/ Preventive Measures to be taken against COVID-19 and links for your reference to make sure that before filming commences, all production personnel become familiar with potential risks and planned actions for filming.


The New Normal: Rules and Regulations
(SUBJECT TO CHANGE)

• Your application must be completed up to 5 business days prior to your film/shoot for review and approval, depending on the complexity of your production.
• Only 10 people or less (cast and crew) will be allowed with social distancing within the group.
• Must follow the guidelines for masks and hand sanitizing.
• Recycling and trash containers must always be on set.
• Must follow the Miami Dade County guidelines for the different business models, example: Hair and make-up. (Please see links below).
• A contact person must always be available during the film/shoot for any City inquiries and/or inspections. The City of Miami reserves the right to conduct site visits at its discretion.
• The City of Miami reserves the right to shut down your production if it is not in compliance with these regulations.


The New Normal: Preventive Measures to be taken against COVID-19

• Frequent hand washing and use of hand sanitizer.
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including but not limited to goggles, face shields, and masks to cover the nose and mouth.
• Disposable equipment should be disposed of in closed bin receptacles.
• Always cover your mouth and nose with a tissue or use the inside of your elbow when sneezing or coughing.
• Avoid touching body parts such as eyes, nose and mouth.
• Avoid sharing personal objects such as mobile phones, computers, pens, work tools, etc.
• Avoid handshakes, kisses, hugs and actions that encourage physical contact between people. • Private and individual transportation should be encouraged.


Guidelines


a. Centers for Disease Control: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-nCoV/index.html
b. Federal OSHA - https://www.osha.gov/SLTC/covid-19/
d. Miami-Dade County:
    i. https://www.miamidade.gov/information/library/new-normal.pdf
    ii. https://www.miamidade.gov/global/initiatives/coronavirus/business/openings-personal-grooming.page
c. City of Miami Beach:
    i. https://www.miamibeachfl.gov/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/GeneralGuidelines-3.pdf
    ii. https://www.miamibeachfl.gov/reopening/
d. Film Florida
    I. https://filmflorida.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/FF-Clean-Healthy-Set-Recommendations-05-01-2020.pdf
    II. https://www.aicp.com/business-resources/business-affairs-information/aicp-guidlines/covid-19-workplaceguidelines/production-specific-considerations/
    III. https://www.sagaftra.org/files/sa_documents/IWLMSC%20Task%20Force%20White%20Paper%206-1-20.pdf