Health and Safety issues are important for artists (chemicals) and writers (carpal tunnel).

Organizations and Agencies

• Arts, Crafts and Theatre Safety (ACTS) 
  Worldwide free information about the hazards posed by toxic materials and dangerous equipment used in art and theater service.  
• Artists’ Health Insurance Resource Center 
  Operated by the Actors’ Fund with support from the NEA. It provides information about individual and small business health insurance options.