How to Train Your Dragon 2 Crew Member Suffers Major Injury
A special effects technician working on the live-action adaptation of “How to Train Your Dragon 2” suffered a severe workplace injury at Sky Studios Elstree this month, severing multiple fingers on one hand in an incident involving a saw in a workshop area. According to Variety, the injury occurred away from the film’s primary set, in a support workshop facility. Despite extensive surgery, the severed fingers could not be reattached.
The incident highlights ongoing workplace safety concerns in film and television production environments, particularly involving specialized equipment used in visual effects and production support operations. While the specific circumstances that led to the accident have not been fully detailed in available reports, the injury has prompted attention to safety protocols at the facility.
As production on the live-action adaptation of the popular “How to Train Your Dragon” franchise continues, the incident is likely to result in a comprehensive review of safety procedures at Sky Studios Elstree. The production represents a significant investment in bringing the animated franchise to live-action, making workplace safety a critical priority for production management moving forward.