If you intend to operate plant, MEWPS or trailers, you must ensure you are adhering to the site rules.

• If you are operating plant, you must hold the relevant license and have it with you. A copy must be shown to the Operations & Site Manager or the Site Safety Advisor before any plant can be used.

• Anyone unloading from vehicles must ensure they wear appropriate PPE including high viz vests and suitable footwear

• All vehicles entering a loading area, including trailers MUST have a banksman supervising all movements.

• The speed limit is restricted to 5mph on site (walking speed) if accessing via pedestrian areas. Where warning lights are installed on vehicles (flashing beacons), these must be in operation. DO NOT use your hazard lights whilst moving.

• Be aware of moving vehicles around the exterior of the building and the loading area.

• Everyone on site as a minimum MUST wear high visibility vests / clothing, foot protection and head protection for the duration of the project. This applies to all contractors including visitors and clients. Black High Viz vests are not permitted on site.

• All other PPE must be worn that has been identified in your risk assessment.

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

• Podium Event Group operates a strict no alcohol or intoxicating drugs policy onsite at all times. Any person found to be intoxicated will be removed from site.

• The use of mobile phones is prohibited when undertaking safety critical tasks. Always be aware of your surroundings when making and receiving calls / text. Make sure you are in a safe place before using your mobile phone.

• Watch out for trip hazards, running cables, hanging cables and general equipment during the build / derig periods. Please report any spillages or slip hazards to the Site Manager.

• Time and space is limited so please follow the site rules and comply with all health and safety information to keep both you and others safe and on schedule.

• Any construction activity that includes  bench saws (or cutting activity producing dust), suitable extraction arrangements must be in place, with correct PPE including eye protection and correctly fitting face mask. A risk assessment and method statement must be provided to the Operations & Site Manager, with suitable area used for such work. Such activity will need to be authorised.

Working at Height

• All work at height must be planned and included within your RAMS.

• 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.

• Access Towers must be built by competent persons correctly with handrails, toe boards and outriggers installed. Handrails must be the correct height.

• The Operations & Site Manager MUST be informed if you wish to use any form of harness prior to your work commencing.

• Harnesses MUST be worn and secured (clipped on) for anyone working on trusses or at height. Your risk assessment must confirm whether you are using fall restraint or fall arrest as part of your working at height safety.

• Any fall arrest arrangements MUST have a specific and suitable rescue plan in place.

• DO NOT use flight cases as access equipment.

• Any live or leading edges must have adequate protection from falls. This should be detailed within your RAMS

• Smoking and the use of e-cigarettes is only permitted a minimum of 10m away from any structures or vehicles e.g. cabins, stages, offices, marquees etc. There is plenty of space on-site to accommodate this.

• Hot works are subject to permits. If you think you will need to conduct works (including, but not limited to; grinding, welding, soldering), then you must contact the Operations & Site Manager to obtain a permit. Relevant firefighting equipment must be available, with an allocated fire watch.

• In the event of a fire onsite your safety is paramount. Fire Extinguishers are located in specific locations throughout the site and structures. Do not attempt to fight a fire unless it is safe to do so and only if you have the appropriate training.

Your priority should be:

• Raise the alarm by operating a call point, or contacting the Operations & Site Manager.

• Leave the area immediately and report to your manager at the fire muster point

Muster Point 1 on the Site Plan (grid reference L/18) is the main area to gather if an emergency is called

Muster Point 2 (grid reference K/19) if Muster Point 1 is not safe for use. Please listen for instructions.

Please follow the link below to view the site plan

There is a first aid provision in place for all build / derig and live activities

Build / derig (construction phases)

Jon Wilkinson 07972 195403

Monday 23 August        08:00 – 20:00

Tuesday 24 August        08:00 – 20:00

Wednesday 25 August   08:00 – 20:00

Thursday 26 August      08:00 – 20:00

Friday 27 August           08:00 – 14:30

Saturday 28 August       08:00 – 14:30

Sunday 29 August         08:00 – 20:00

Monday 30 August        08:00 – 20:00

Live Days

Contact Event Control via Radio or on 01794 840147 or Present at the First Aid Tent

Friday 27 August           14:30 – 23:00

Saturday 28 August       14:30 – 23:00

• All accidents, incidents or near misses must be reported to the Site Safety Manager immediately or following treatment.

• You MUST maintain good personal hygiene whilst on site.

• Good housekeeping is to be practised at all times, ensuring all work areas are kept clean and tidy so far as is reasonably practicable and must be tidied up at the end of day with all tools and equipment stored away safe and securely. Please ensure all waste / rubbish is disposed of in the bins provided.

• Toilets are located within the event site footprint during build, derig and live phases of the event.

• An area that can be used for seating is located within production village.

• All structures and rigging MUST be signed off by a competent person before use

• All lifting / slinging of trusses and operating of motor controls must only be carried out by competent persons
• Areas below moving trusses must remain clear at all times

In the event of an emergency please contact the Site Manager by the quickest possible means.

The Operation & Site Manager can be contacted on 07968 861 793

Only operate the fire extinguishers in your area if you are trained to do so and feel confident. It is more important that you raise the alarm and evacuate the area making the people around you aware of the issue.

In the event of an evacuation, you will hear the fire alarm activate, or code word broadcast across the PA and radios. On hearing the alarm, you must leave by the nearest exit and report into the assembly point.

If you notice anything suspicious or out of place within your working area please notify the Operation & Site Manager immediately.

In the event of an evacuation, please ensure you report to your Head of Department or Manager to make them aware that you are safely at the assembly point / in a place of safety.

Please recognise that we are all experts in our workplace and we are ideally placed to spot when something is amiss

In this period of heightened alert, it is vital to remain vigilant, trust our instincts and report any suspicious behaviour to the Operation & Site Manager immediately.

The event has a 24 hour security presence from the start of the construction phase (build).

Now that you have read the induction

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