2020General Discussion forum
Practical strategies for wearing masks and face shields while operating Steadicam during pandemic safety protocols
DisputedParticipants disagreed and reached no conclusion. Read the findings as positions, not as an answer.
What the thread found
- Frequent replacement of KN95 masks during physical work prevents performance degradation from perspiration buildup
- Positioning face shields at an angle on the forehead rather than directly in front of the face maintains protection while allowing clear monitor visibility
- Establishing a consistent sequence for donning head-worn equipment—mask, sweatband, face shield, then communications headset—reduces confusion and ensures proper fit
- Ear savers significantly reduce discomfort from prolonged mask and face shield wear over extended work days
- Abandoning corrective eyewear in favor of contact lenses or no vision correction eliminates fogging problems under masks and face shields
- Anti-fog treatment products designed for sports equipment can extend the usability of eyeglasses to several hours when applied before use
- Restricting rig handling to designated personnel only is an effective and workable protocol that does not significantly impede production workflow
Depends on
- The described working conditions involved unusually strict enforcement with no flexibility for PPE choices
- Anti-fog treatments require reapplication every few hours
- The effectiveness of specific strategies may vary based on individual physiology and production environments