Running a safe event
You have a duty to manage safety at events to make sure that workers or member of the public are not faced with any health and safety risks.
You must work out the highest safe capacity to avoid overcrowding. The calculated safe capacity is one of the most important considerations in planning a safe event.
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) provides helpful advice on how to run a a safe event.
Inflatables
Before buying or hiring an inflatable you should consider:
- what to look for before buying or hiring
- setting up safely
- checks before anyone uses the equipment
- safe use, supervision and monitoring
- tests and inspections
You can find advice at:
Security
When planning an event, make sure that your security operatives are following the law.
GOV.UK provides advice on security at events.
Safeguarding
Every event organiser has a duty to safeguard volunteers, staff members and attendees.
For more information on safeguarding for your event, please visit the following links: