ELP were in charge of structural design and all rigging services. Their specialist crew made use of an assortment of rigging hardware, 'A' type trussing and sand ballast to create a solid and safe structure. Head rigger Richard Wythes remarked "Jack is genuinely scared of heights so it was a real ordeal for him.we had to make sure that every health and safety aspect was checked and double checked."
Despite blustery conditions the event was a great success and became one of the most memorable episodes on red nose day. ELP managing director Ronan Willson commented: "Many people just associate us with 'lighting' for Film and TV but we also have a great deal of structural expertise. We can handle virtually any customized rigging project."
(Lee Baldock)
