International Working
Key Points

Key Points

The same duty of care applies, where practical, whether or not the work is in the UK.
Specific consideration should be given to the local laws, standards and customs that may apply.
Follow the laws of the land we are operating in when anyone is undertaking international work under the control of the BBC.
Apply, so far as possible, the same approach as we would in the UK.
Follow BBC requirements so far as is reasonably practicable.
A good fixer is invaluable to your production. Fixers and production companies should be assessed for competence and may need supervision and monitoring, assistance can be found on the international filming database.
It is good practice and courtesy to inform the nearest BBC bureau of your production. They may also be able to help your production with useful advice.
The requirement to use a vetted contractor for high risk activities does not apply outside the UK, unless taking a UK based contractor.
It must be remembered that the right to seek compensation in a civil claim is global and that the BBC may be prosecuted for disobeying the law in another country just as we would be in the UK.