EXAMPLES OF EVENT HAZARDS Security Bomb threats Cash handling People Security staff numbers Patron demographics Inappropriate use of staff Alcohol Training/induction Lack of relevant certification/licences Background checks of staff Plant Training Certification Supervision of operation Poor or absent Maintenance Isolation/segregation – people Hazardous Substances/ Dangerous Goods Fuel storage Cleaning products Water/waste water Pyrotechnics, explosives Inappropriate labelling Poisons The event Communication equipment Asset protection Entry control Legal Interaction with law enforcement agencies Unsolicited acts of violence, theft Planning Possible acts of terrorism Emergency management Contingency planning Accessibility Ramps Parking Public transport Signage Access to venues Egress Seating Materials handling Mechanical handling Food handling safety Furniture fixture and equipment Transport between venues/ Locations/storage Weights, height, dimensions Condition of terrain, path of travel Contractors Co-ordinating contractors Communication Legal compliance Job safety analysis/ risk assessment and safety plans Training/ Licencing Accreditation Contracts Vehicle safety Maintenance Security of vehicles Vehicle/people segregation Speed Refuelling Parking supervision Lack of training Permits and certification/licensing Outdoor broadcast vehicles Electrical safety Inappropriate use of paths for vehicles Accessibility during emergency Management Loading operations – docks and people Staff First aid Food preparation/safety Fatigue Conditions – excessive heat/cold Competency/suitability Violence, Crowd misbehaviour Welfare – breaks, Sun exposure -sunscreen, Temperature extremes – heat /cold Cultural issues Transport Working at height Scaffolds – licenced /trained erectors Unsafe Use of Winches Unsafe use of Ladders Proximity to Overhead power lines Edge protection (off roofs or platforms) Camera platforms Rigging/lighting Improper use of Safety harnesses - Slips and trips Electrical cables across pathways Uneven ground, loose surfaces Adverse Weather Flooring design/surfaces Poor design or placement of barriers Poor Lighting Inadequate Queuing systems Edge protection Climbing for vantage points Inappropriate footwear Electrical safety Qualification of contractors Power supply – no spiking, Overloading systems/ switchboards Faulty Power tools Faulty insulation Underground services Protection of leads Cables/height/pathways Location in relation to other equipment Bump In stage Erection of Temporary structures Unauthorised access Maintaining public access Plant Facilities Management approval Electrical safety Slips/trips Interface with normal business activities Weather Fire safety Evacuation plans Fire prevention plan Dangerous Goods storage Knowledge and use of equipment Appropriate fire fighting equipment Obstruction and security of fire fighting equipment Pyrotechnics (fireworks or fire amusement displays) Warning and communication system Fire ban days - Manual handling Excessive weight or awkward dimensions Lack of Mechanical aids Poor packaging by suppliers Time lines/ lead times Lack of staff Crowd control – security Training
EXAMPLE: Task or Issue/ Hazard (Example) Person affected/ location Risk Rating Risk Control Measures By who & when Notes/ Additional Planned Controls Task/ Hazard: Animal parading/ showing Risk: injury to patrons if they come into contact with animal/ injury to handler if animal uncontrollable Animal handler/ patrons Main Arena Possible & Minor : Low Risk Currently: areas roped and fenced off to keep patron distance signage advising patrons not to enter area only competent handlers allowed to enter arena supervisor located inside arena with walkie-talkie John Doe 1/11/06 Next Steps: loudspeakers announcement advising patrons event about to commence and to keep behind the fenced and roped areas (5 minutes prior and just before) supervisor to be appointed to stand security for event Handler meeting prior to event to advise of new changes ADDITIONAL EVENT RISK REGISTER: Task or Issue/ Hazard Person affected and location Risk Rating Risk Control Measures By who & when Notes/ Additional Planned Controls Task/ Hazard: Risk: Who Where Currently: John Doe 1/11/06 Extra: