IATSE 891 election update

The election for the positions of IATSE Local 891 President, and Health Benefit Plan Trustees begins on Sept. 26, 2018. The current Business Representative Phil Klapwyk (Lighting Department) has been acclaimed in the position for a second three-year term as no other nominee accepted their nomination. Read candidate campaign material here [member login required]

(POSTED 2018-09-21)

Member Notice Regarding Availability

Please read this member notice regarding availability and the related compliance with Union bylaws. This notice, which was issued by the Senior Steward in 2008, is still current and applicable.

Please view the April 10, 2008, Member Notice here. (PDF)

(POSTED 2014-03-13)

Report on calibration factors for haze and fog in the film industry now available

As a result of significant concerns raised by workers in the film industry, IATSE 891 funded an independent report on how to determine worker exposure to fog and haze atmospheric effects using a direct reading instrument. This report is a significant step forward in improving health and safety for workers exposed to atmospheric effects on set. [Read report]

(POSTED 2018-05-01)