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Health and Safety Induction



Section 1
Introduction and Overview


Welcome to The sanctuary of the Sun Wild Rumpus structure build, taking place at Midsummer Festival.
This safety induction is provided by ESS Consultants, on behalf of Wild Rumpus 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
It is the policy of Wild Rumpus 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 and relevant UK Health and Safety legislation.
The Event Management makes specific commitments to its staff and contractors with regards working safely, personal safety and being mindful of safety when managing all work activities that will take place at the park.
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 read, understood, and will comply with the safety requirements. A live list of persons completing the site safety induction is held by the site supervisor from Wild Rumpus
You MUST 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.
Key Contacts
During the construction phase, all designers and contractors are responsible for the safety management of their work area and workers. In addition, the site activity will also be monitored by the Site Manager.
Site Manager / Event Manager
Greg Akehurst
Mobile +44 7931 518 485
Build Lead / Designer
Tom Fenwick
Email tom.fenwick@wildrumpus.org.uk
Safety Advisors (remote)
ESS Consultants
Phone +44 847 289 1097





Crew and contractors should access the area via the Boulevard / correct route.
All contractors should access the area of the island that is segregated from public for unloading / work activity.
You must ensure you have your induction completion email ready to show on arrival.
You will not be permitted into the build area without completing this induction
Please ensure you only park onto the island when unloading, with a banksman to supervise movement. Public must be clear from the area before driving onto the central island.
High viz clothing must be worn.

Event Dates
Wednesday 19th June
Unload on site, behind barriers
Thursday 20th June
Build / Mark out- 1000: 1800hrs
Friday 21st June
Build continue
Sunday 23rd June
TTRO in place - Central reservation part of structure build and ballast set.
Live event
2200 - Event End, Derig of carriageway
Monday 24th June
Derig and Ballast collected
Tuesday 25th June
Load of truck, removal of barriers.


Section 2
Vehicles, MEWPS, Plant and FLTs


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 event management prior to arriving on site. You MUST also have a copy of the licence with you.
- All MEWPS and vehicles entering the public areas MUST have a banksman supervising all movements.
- If you are working in a MEWP, you MUST wear a hard hat at all times.
- 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 venue must keep to the designated pedestrian and vehicular routes around the site.
- Plant MUST be manoeuvred/ escorted by a banksman.


Section 3
Personal Safety


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.
- Black vests are not permitted.
- During the construction and de-rig phases, suitable Footwear must be worn at all times.
- Hard hats must be worn whenever overhead work is being conducted, when working in a MEWP, as directed by the event safety advisor, 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.
- Access-ways and means of escape shall be kept free from obstruction at all times.
- All Park 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 throughout.
- It is the responsibility of the contractor / staff to ensure they 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 or drugs is strictly prohibited on site.

Using Mobile Phones
Use of mobile phones is prohibited when:
- Working at Height
- Driving
- Operating Plant
- Using work equipment or machinery
Do not walk around the site whilst using a mobile phone. If you need to receive or make a phone call sit down!

Section 4
Working at Height

Work MUST be planned to avoid work at height where possible, use work equipment or other measures to prevent falls where you cannot avoid working at height and ensure that measures are in place to prevent falling objects.
Any working at height is subject to the Wild Rumpus SOP.
Ladders
- 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.
Access Towers
- If using an access towers these 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.
Harnesses (fall arrest / restraint)
- Harnesses MUST be worn and secured (clipped on) when working on live edges.
- Any live or leading edges must have adequate protection from falls.




Section 5
General Safety & Welfare

- Good housekeeping is to be practiced at ALL times, ensuring all work areas are kept clean and tidy. Your work area must be tidied up at the end of day with all tools and equipment stored away safe and securely.
- You must ensure your area is segregated form the public during any builds or construction activity.
- Please ensure all waste / rubbish is disposed of promptly.
- 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.
- Bring to the attention of the event manager, any issues involving Health & Safety; report all accidents, incidents and near misses.
- DO NOT come to work if under the influence of alcohol or drugs, no drinking alcohol is permitted or use of any drug unless under medical advice and with the knowledge of the event management, during the working day.
- Smoking, vaping and e-cigarettes are not permitted anywhere in work areas. Smoking is permitted in the designate smoking points only.
- Open toe shoes are strictly FORBIDDEN during the build and de-rig.
- There are suitable and sufficient toilets on site at MK Gallery, PLEASE keep them clean.
- You must maintain good personal hygiene whilst on site.
- Drinking water will be available at MK Gallery– keep hydrated at all times.

Section 6
First Aid


Wild Rumpus will have first aider and fully stocked kit on site for the duration of the build and derig.
The event management team provide first aid support for the live phases of the event.

Section 7
Emergency Procedures

In the event of an emergency, it may be necessary to evacuate the entire venue or individual areas of the site. The process of emergency evacuation carries its own risks and will therefore only be undertaken when absolutely necessary.
In the unlikely event of an emergency during the build, all crew are asked to follow location instructions as follows:
- Remain calm
- Do not run
- Pay attention to the instructions given out by the security or event team at MK
- Follow the exit signs if you are in MK Gallery or other building on the estate.
Evacuation Procedure
- Your assembly point will be directed by the event team during the live however, during the build the assembly point is shown below
In the event of an evacuation, leave the gardens via the available gates and exits.
The assembly point is location in the car park, or as directed by the PM.

Section 8
Security

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 event safety advisor/production manager or the security team immediately.
The site has a 24 hour security presence.





If you discover a lost or unattended item, either in or around the site, adopt the H O T assessment procedure:
H = HIDDEN
- Has it been concealed or hidden from view?
- Bombs are unlikely to be left in locations such as this - where any unattended item will be noticed quickly.
O = OBVIOUSLY SUSPICIOUS
- Does it have wires, circuit boards, batteries, tape or putty-like substances?
- Do you think the item poses an immediate threat to life?
T = TYPICAL
- Is the item typical of what you would expect to find in this location?
- Most lost property is found in locations where people congregate
If you're unsure, contact security immediately
Mental Health
The events and production industry is one that can include
long working hours, days, or weeks, often with times away from home, and can be a challenging and fast paced environment.
It is important as an industry, and as individuals that we manage
and address mental health for our own sake, and also for that of our colleagues.
Having good mental health is important, and having poor mental health should not discriminate an individual.
The past 24 months have been a challenge not only for our
industry, but also our mental health.
We have compiled a number of agencies and companies that are
available to help you, or your colleagues, especially if you are worried about someone.
Click on the button at the end of this section to access these links and agency contacts.
Your health and safety consultant or mental health first aider on site are available to help, and can talk in strict confidence, away from the event floor.
Ian or ‘Parky’ has kindly spoken out about his mental health, and how you can help yourself and others.
Ian also discusses some of the changes to look out for in yourself, or in your colleagues.
To watch Ian's short video, watch the video below or, click the button that follows this section and access his interview as well as links to support agencies on a separate tab in your browser.
This link will also be included in the confirmation email you will receive, once you complete this induction, so don't worry you can access these at anytime away from work if you lose this induction link.

Now that you have read the induction

Please follow the link below to confirm you have read and understood the information provided to you in this site induction.
You will not be permitted to start work, unless you have completed the questions and signed this section
Click the button below to complete the induction




