Welcome to the BFI Film Festival 2024, taking place at the Royal Festival Hall.

This safety induction is provided by the Principal Contractor, DDA and details the key safety information relevant to working on site, including site rules, emergency contact information and required PPE some of which is Mandatory during the construction phases of the event.

It is the policy of DDA 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.

DDA management makes specific commitments to its staff and contractors with regards to working safely, personal safety, care of the environment and being mindful of safety when managing all work activities that will take place during the event.

DDA's management considers that these issues are the responsibility of the Company’s 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 presentation to confirm that you have understood and will comply with the safety requirements. A live list of persons completing the Site Safety Induction is held by the DDA Safety Advisor from ESS Consultants.

You MUST complete sign this Site Safety Induction before you are permitted to work onsite.

Contractor Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS) must be submitted in advance of the work activity and be specific for the work taking place.

If you intend to operate plant, forklift trucks or vehicles you must ensure you are adhering to the safe working practices below:

• If you are operating plant, you must hold the relevant licence and have shared this with the production management prior to arriving on site. You MUST also have a copy of the licence with you.

•  All MEWPS entering the immediate working area MUST have a banksman supervising all movements.

•  Workers, contractors and deliveries to Royal Festival Hall to contact the Production Manager for their area on their arrival.

•  The onsite speed limit is 5mph

•  Any workers using MEWPS, or work that requires the use of a harness, must provide task specific RAMS, together with a detailed Rescue Plan.

• All workers accessing The Royal Festival Hall must keep to the designated pedestrian and vehicular routes around the site.

•  Plant MUST be manoeuvred/ escorted by a banksman.

• Be aware of the public pedestrian and vehicular movement along Belvedere Road when unloading into the venue.

All workers and contractors MUST obtain, read and comply with the control measures detailed in their own Company Risk Assessments and Method Statements.

• All workers and contractors as a minimum MUST wear high visibility vests / clothing during the construction and de-rig phase of the event. You should have your high- visibility vest available for use immediately and not packed onto the back of your truck. Vehicle and traffic movements will be occurring during these times.

• Black vests are not permitted.

• Whilst operating on site safety footwear must be worn at all times.

• Hard hats MUST be worn when working in the roof space, on stage until tech rehearsals begin, whenever overhead work is being conducted, or as directed by the Production Manager, or your Company Risk Assessment.

• All other PPE must be worn that has been identified in your own Company Risk Assessment.

• It is important that you only conduct the work activity that you have been contracted to perform on site.

• Smoking will not be permitted in any place on site, except designated areas.

• Access-ways, means of escape, stairways and fire exits shall be kept free from obstruction at all times.  

• All venue prohibition signs and other warning signs shall be complied with at all times.

• The site shall be kept clean at all times, with levels of noise controlled  within the limits specified by the HSE.

• It is the responsibility of the contractor to ensure that all workers are fully aware  of their role in the job as outlined in their company RAMS.

• No radios or music playing devices allowed on site.

• No shouting or swearing in any language allowed whilst on site.

• The use of alcohol and drugs is strictly prohibited on site.

Using Mobile (cell) Phones

• Use of mobile phones is prohibited whilst driving, operating vehicles, machinery, or safety critical tasks.
• You should be aware of your surroundings when making to receiving a call.
• You must never use your phone whilst working at height.

Production will supply a comprehensive First Aid kit, which will be located within the Production Office, and clearly marked as such.

Medical team onsite will be provided by First Aid Cover. They can be contacted in person or via radio. They will be based in the auditorium during the construction phase.

The Southbank  Security Team also have fully qualified first aiders available 24/7, contact them either on the emergency number above or through the Event Manager or the venue Production Manager on duty.

Nearest Hospital to Central Hall is:

_{St Thomas' Westminster Bridge Road. London. SE1 7EH}