Site Safety Induction

It is the policy of Liverpool Royal Court Theatre (LRCT) to promote the highest possible levels of health and safety, so as to lead to the avoidance, or reduction of risks to the health and safety of all persons who may be affected by their business activities, and to ensure compliance with all current UK H&S legislation.

LRCT management makes specific commitments to its staff, visitors, and contractors with regards working safely, personal safety, care of the environment and being mindful of safety when managing all work activities under their control.

The management considers that these issues are the responsibility of the company management team and rank equally with that of finance, marketing, human resources and commercial issues.

Once you have read and understood the health & safety information herein, please follow the link at the end of the induction to confirm that you have understood and will comply with the safety requirements whilst on site at LRCT. A live list of persons completing the Health & Safety Induction is held by the management.

You MUST complete sign this Health & Safety Induction before you are permitted to work at, or visit the company’s premises.

• Ladders must be Class 1 and EN131 but not Class III (domestic) and should only be used for access and light work or short duration. All ladders must be inspected before they are used to ensure they are fit for the purpose and in good working order.

• Ladders must be suitable for the activity being undertaken and should only be used for short duration tasks.

• Ladders must be placed on a firm stable surface and must be footed. Ladders should extend to the correct height for the work being undertaken.

• You must NOT work on the top two rungs of any ladder.

• NEVER use flight cases as access equipment.

• Ladders must extend 1.05m above the working landing or support and must rise at an angle given by 1m out from the wall for every 4m of rise.  Ladders that are more than 3m high must always be tied. Ladders shorter than 3m may be footed for short periods of time.

• Ladders must only be used on level, stable surfaces.  Ladders must not be more than 9m high unless intermediate landing places are provided, which have adequate toe boards and handrails.

• When work continues into the next day ladders must be removed and secured overnight.  If at any time they are left unattended they must be rendered unclimbable.

• Access Towers must be built correctly by competent individuals with correct level of training (i.e., PASMA) and must include handrails, toe boards and outriggers. Handrails must be the correct height. The venue must be provided with copies of all training evidence for contractors building access towers.

• Always empty platform before releasing wheel locks, never allow persons to ride a working platform.

• Use of system decking for working platform. Use of toe boards when loose equipment is being used. Do not overload platforms. Always climb tower from inside. Adequate handrails to be provided.

• NEVER allow persons to ride on a working platform.

• Keep personnel from under decked area while in use. Always ensure that before and after use the tower is stored securely in a place that the general public do not have access

• The venue management MUST be informed if you wish to use any form of harness prior to your work commencing.

• Fall Arrest Harnesses MUST be worn and secured (clipped on) when working on live edges.

• Any live or leading edges must have adequate protection from falls.

• You MUST sign in when you arrive at stage door and check that the correct PPE is worn.

Never…

• Carry out any tasks for which you have not been properly trained or that may be a risk to yourself or others.

• Come to work if under the influence of alcohol or drugs, nor use any prescription drugs, unless under medical advice and with the knowledge of the venue management, during the working day.

• Operate or use any equipment, tools, working platforms etc. for which you have not been properly trained or that may be a risk to yourself or others; Ensure all guards and other safety devices are used.

• Carry out hot work, without suitable fire equipment (Permits to Work may be required - please check with the venue or your contact).

• Walk, stand or work near anything that could collapse, topple or fall on you, including set, rigging, tank trap/bars etc.

• Use defective, faulty or incorrect plant, equipment, tools, vehicles or machinery, nor leave any of them unattended and working or with the keys in where they could be in danger to others.  DO NOT interfere or By-Pass any safety devices or automatic cut-out switches.

• Carry out any unauthorised adaption or alteration to, or in any way interfere with, ladders, scaffolding, guardrails, edge protection, safety devices or any other equipment.

• Work or walk anywhere that is unsafe nor take chances - do NOT let familiarity make you contemptuous of danger.

Always…

• Keep your mind on your work – NO radios, personal stereos, walking whilst on a mobile phone etc:

• Watch where you are going and look out for and avoid anything that may cause you to slip, trip, fall – don’t walk with your hands in your pockets or where your vision is obstructed and NEVER walk backwards.

• Keep your workplace clear of rubbish and dispose of your waste material in a responsible manner.

• Bring to the attention of the venue management any issues involving Health and Safety; report all accidents, incidents and near misses using the online reporting app (accessed by clicking here).

• Ensure that all substances hazardous to health have been subject to a suitable COSHH Risk Assessment and that all control measures identified are adhered to.