Permitted Items & Use-Cases

Reasonable Use

All legitimate tools and equipment appropriately used for their respective applications, that are not legally defined as a weapon, are permitted.

For example, a utility blade is permitted on-set to open cardboard boxes, cut rope, and trim lighting gel. Golf clubs can be used by actors to play golf as part of a scene. Forks and knives can be used to eat and prepare food, etc. However, those same objects are not permitted in a scene when depicted as a weapon. When any object is treated as a weapon; a safe, replica version must be substituted.

There are many safe options out there. Please consult with your instructor or staff for guidance specific to your project.

Approved Prop Weapons

A replica edged, pointed, or blunt weapon that is incapable of cutting, stabbing, or causing impact trauma. These types of props are often made of rubber or foam. Plastic knives with a retractable blade are also permitted. Replicas of a blunt trauma weapons must be virtually weightless compared to the real thing to avoid incidently injury.

A replica of a projectile weapon that is incapable of striking a primer, firing a projectile or discharge an object. Replica firearms are usually made of a resin or plastic and can have functional triggers, magazine releases, and reciprocating slides. Most variants also have plugged barrels. A replica firearm has never been capable of firing a projectile or discharging and object.

Firearms, BB / pellet guns, air rifles / pistols, Airsoft, or paintball guns that have been modified to no longer function are not safe to use as a prop weapon and are prohibited from use.

Unmodified “Nerf Blaster” style toys, low velocity water pistol toys, or toy guns that are brightly colored and not realistic looking have no restrictions.