IATSE LBA Resources
Tools for signatory productions under the IATSE 2023 Theatrical Low Budget Agreement (LBA).
Your guide to meet the IATSE LBA requirements
This toolkit was developed in collaboration with the IATSE Low Budget Agreement Producers Subcommittee and IATSE leadership to help signatory productions meet their obligations under the 2023 Low Budget Theatrical Agreement.
Under the LBA, employers must adopt a program to prevent sexual harassment and abusive conduct that includes:
Harassment prevention training
Reporting procedures
Investigation process
Remedial action
Get Started:
Your IATSE LBA Toolkit
Our step-by-step guide for meeting the IATSE LBA requirements.
STEP 1
Review the requirements
What does the 2023 IATSE LBA say about preventing discrimination, harassment, and abuse?
STEP 2
Take the Pre-Production Audit
Not sure if you’re meeting the requirements? Take the 15-minute assessment.
STEP 3
Use the Start Paperwork
This customizable packet includes a conduct policy, definitions, reporting, investigation, and corrective action.
Your Quick Guide to Employer Obligations Under the IATSE LBA
Your responsibilities under the IATSE LBA, when they apply, and tools to help you meet them.
1. Adopt & Share Policies
WHAT
Avoid discrimination in all employment practices.
Provide written policies prohibiting harassment, discrimination, abuse, and retaliation in start paperwork. Include definitions, reporting procedures, and federal/state legal remedies.
WHEN
Pre-production / with Start Paperwork
HOW
Start Paperwork Policies:
Get all of your policies in one place.
2. Communicate Expectations
WHAT
Include policies and reporting info in start paperwork. Post the IATSE Safety Hotline (844-IA-AWARE) on call sheets and signage. Optional: share third-party options like MyConnext and the Entertainment Industry Helpline.
WHEN
At the start of employment / ongoing / on daily call sheets and signage
HOW
3. Train Your Team
WHAT
Remind employees about available harassment prevention training through the CSATF and IATSE Training Trust or other training as agreed upon with IATSE.
WHEN
Pre-production / onset of employment
HOW
4. Offer Multiple Ways to Report
WHAT
Establish multiple reporting channels - internal options to the supervisor, First Assistant Director, or responsible safety officer, or external (e.g., third-party services like MyConnext). Notify IATSE of any third-party provider.
WHEN
Pre-production / ongoing
HOW
5. Investigate Concerns Promptly and Fairly
WHAT
Investigate complaints fairly and without retaliation using a qualified investigator. If a complaint comes from a covered employee, notify their union about the investigation. Share outcomes with both the employee and their union.
WHEN
Production / ongoing
HOW
6. Take Corrective Action
WHAT
If sexual harassment or abusive conduct has occurred, implement remedial action as soon as possible.
WHEN
Production / ongoing (even if the report is received after wrap)
HOW
The 2023 Low-Budget Theatrical Agreement
Review the official requirements for productions covered by the IATSE Low Budget Agreement (LBA).
Start Paperwork Policies
A culture of respect starts on day one. Our policy supplement for your start paperwork includes a sample code of conduct, reporting procedure, and more.
Complete the pre-production audit
Is your production ready?
Before the cameras roll, see if you meet the IATSE requirements.
Take our quick assessment to identify any gaps in your policies and practices so you can start work with confidence.