Establish an emergency plan and include as many potential emergency scenarios as is realistic.

A successful emergency plan depends on each designated person clearly understanding their role and responsibilities in the event of an emergency. You should cover:

• Evacuation of site/venue - exits
• Location and use of on-site fire equipment
• Emergency phone/communication procedures - who contacts whom, at what point and with what information?
• Location of medical room
• First aid - identify trained first-aiders (St John Ambulance and the Red Cross can advise)
• Communication with visitors
• Practice and amend the procedure before the event

Designate one person to manage the emergency plan and to act as coordinator in the event of an incident.

Key Points:

• It is essential to plan for emergencies in advance
• All staff, volunteers, stewards must be trained in emergency procedures

See Also:

1.2 Committee Formation
4.2 Health, Safety & Security
4.5 Emergency services
5.3 Weather
Section 6 Implementing Event - Operational Plan