> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://scaproduction.depaul.edu/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://scaproduction.depaul.edu/insurance.md). # Insurance **Note:** * Students are responsible for their own medical treatment and expenses during their course of study. * Student residences and student-owned property or equipment (including laptops, cell phones, tools, etc.) are not covered by university insurance. Responsibility remains with the individual student.
INSURING LOCATIONS * The University requires a **Location Use Agreement** for shooting at any location non-DePaul & non-student owned properties. * Insurance requests come through the [Greenlighting Process](/starting-a-new-project.md#greenlighting-process). Please plan for **at least 7 business days** to process any insurance requests*.* * Producers must keep copies of all signed forms for at least **two years after project completion** and throughout the duration of the film’s distribution.
EXCLUSIONS The following situations are **not allowed** per SCA Production Guidelines. For full details, see the [Guidelines & Restrictions page](/production-policies-and-safety-standards/sca-guidelines-and-restrictions.md). * [Alcohol](/production-policies-and-safety-standards/sca-guidelines-and-restrictions.md#alcohol) (only sealed bottles/cans may be used as props) * [Driving shots](/production-policies-and-safety-standards/sca-guidelines-and-restrictions.md#driving-sequences) of any kind (motorized and non-motorized vehicles: cars, bikes, motorcycles, skateboards, boats, hoverboards, etc.) **Note:** *Stationary cars are permitted, but at filmmaker’s own risk.* * Intentional acts that cause harm outside of scripted action * [Animals](/production-policies-and-safety-standards/sca-guidelines-and-restrictions.md#animals) of any kind * [Fire](/production-policies-and-safety-standards/sca-guidelines-and-restrictions.md#fire) * [Water and Watercraft](/production-policies-and-safety-standards/sca-guidelines-and-restrictions.md#water-filming-around-water), including lakes, rivers, pools, or drones over water * Equipment rented from other students (liability falls to the filmmaker) **Note:** *students may not pay other students for equipment use.* * International shoots
INSURING TALENT AND CREW * All **talent and crew must** [**sign release forms**](https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/addbb6b83ff3408fbddd17d78f2480ed)**/contracts** before shooting (on or off campus). * SCA release forms connect participants to the class project, as it relates to insurance. * This includes talent in class exercises where footage may be used outside the classroom (including online courses). * Filmmakers must complete required paperwork via the [Greenlight Process](/starting-a-new-project.md#greenlighting-process). Equipment pickup will not be approved until all forms are submitted. * Producers must keep copies of all signed forms for at least **two years after project completion** and throughout the film’s distribution. **Crowded Scenes and Extras** * When filming on DePaul property, if individual releases aren’t possible, post **clear signage** stating that filming is in progress and people may appear on camera. * Crews must respect requests from students, faculty, or staff who decline to be filmed/photographed.

For any insurance-related questions, please consult the Production Policies & Safety Standards section or contact the Production Office.