Planning Event Safety

No Scapegoats!

Let's not beat about the bush. Health and safety is your responsibility; the buck stops with you. Note that all events, even those in aid of charity, must follow recognised safety standards.

So to be clear, you and your fellow organisers will be responsible under the law for the safety of everyone at the event, including the public, your members and or any employees.

You must carry out a 'risk assessment'. This is part of the legal requirements you have to meet:

• identify all hazards that could cause harm to someone
• decide who might be harmed and how
• assess the risks
• decide on the action you'll take to minimise the risks

You also have to:

• Work out how you will put your planned actions into practice and write it up... this is your safety manual.