It may have moving parts or be a cast that does not move. From government agencies. At authorised shooting clubs at which the event is filmed or takes place. This last point should not be taken lightly, as it can lead to serious charges and possibly court proceedings. It is worth noting that blanks are dangerous in the extreme.
Blanks can set fire to costumes, scenery etc and are likely to blind.
Several people have been injured or killed by blanks. When a firearm discharges a blank, it also discharges some of the wadding which has kept it in place and much of the dirt build up from inside the barrel. Precautions should be taken as necessary, after a r isk assessment has been completed. Where weapons are required in production a risk assessment must be undertaken . Where the armourer or fight director is employed that person should contribute to the assessment and endorse it.