Testing

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Testing

We believe strategic testing for the presence of COVID-19 is critical for a safe production.

Our Testing Process

Similar to the June 2020 white paper recommendations for film productions, we recommend a Zone A and Zone B divisions for cast and crew. Zone A represents the individuals with higher risk (typically the talent and producers with whom they work) while Zone B represents those behind the camera or stage.

Our executive team will work directly with the HSS and production team to review the script and production operations to identify the appropriate assignment of individuals into the appropriate zone and determine the appropriate amount of testing for each zone. There is no one size fits all and so we will work with the producers to determine the safest and most cost-efficient testing schedule.

RT-PCR tests are the gold standard for the detection of viruses and are analyzed at licensed high complexity labs. These tests have the highest levels of sensitivity, and specificity. Our organization has chosen not to prioritize the non-PCR methodology, i.e. “point of care rapid testing” as these methodologies are not as accurate and false positives and negatives could be very costly to a production. As the technology develops, we will reassess and discuss the best solution for their particular production.