I was lucky enough to join the BBC when they offered the highest standard of training in the broadcasting industry. When initially joining the BBC I attended the residential training school at Wood Norton Hall, Evesham for three months. That course gave a full grounding in broadcasting technology and systems, that was followed by a further residential course prior to final qualification as a cameraman.
Further training was provided regularly throughout my career to keep me up to date with new technologies and increase my skills. These included:-
Lighting for single camera
Portable single camera techniques
Steadicam operation
First aid at work
Manual handling
Health and Safety at work and risk assessment
I've also had extensive experience of working in hospital environments, both human and veterinary.
Subsequent to leaving the BBC I have kept abreast of current practices and developments in the industry via my membership of the Guild of Television Cameramen. I have also attended a further safety courses "Working with cameras and lights" specifically run for freelance workers at the BBC, "defensive driving" to allow driving vehicles for the BBC.
I have a clean, full UK driving licence and am happy to travel to almost any location.