Gala Theatre

Young Performers Risk Assessment.

Show: Durham and Chester le Street SSP Dance Festival

Date: 27th,28th and 29th March 2018

STAGE ONE-IDENTIFICATION OF HAZARDS

  1. Are there any young persons present who may be unfamiliar with the theatre environment?
/

YES

2 /
NO
0 / Yes, one off performance. This will probably be their first time on the stage. Staff will be present at all times.
  1. Is there a risk of sustaining injury by falling?
/ 2 / 0 / High platform with access via treads with handrails.
  1. Is there a risk of sustaining injury by tripping?
/ 2 / 0 / False floor installed across stage area + revolving floor
  1. Is there a risk of sustaining injury from falling objects?
/ 2 / 0 / Overhead lighting equipment
  1. Are there any electrical hazards?
/ 2 / 0 / Stage lighting at low height and floor run supply cables
  1. Will pyrotechnic or smoke effects be used in any part of the performance?
/ 0 / 0
  1. Will stroboscopic lighting be used in any part of the performance?
/ 0 / 0
  1. Will any part of the performance contain low levels of light?
/ 2 / 0 / Yes at various points in the show
  1. Could any parts of the performance be deemed to potentially have a negative psychological impact on any of the performers?
/ 0 / 0
  1. Are any of the performers potentially exposed to risk due to their physical or emotional immaturity?
/ 0 / 0

STAGE TWO-PEOPLE AT RISK

  1. Are there any people who may be at significant risk of injury with regard to the hazards identified above?
/ YES
0 / NO
0 / IF YES, DETAILS.
  1. Are there any people who may be unable to react quickly in case of an emergency?
/ 0 / 0
  1. Are there any lengthy or difficult routes to outside or protected areas?
/ 0 / 0
  1. Will any people be unfamiliar with escape routes?
/ 0 / 0
  1. Will there be any people present with disabilities that could hinder their safe evacuation? (e.g. mobility, hearing, visual etc.)
/ 2 / 0 / Possibly – accompanied by school staff

TOTAL POINTS SCORED FOR STAGES ONE AND TWO.

1-10= Low Risk

11-20= Medium Risk

21-30= High Risk

STAGE THREE-CONTROL MEASURES

  1. Will there be suitable and sufficient supervision of all young persons for the duration of their visit?
/
YES
2 / NO
0 / IF YES, DETAILS.
  1. Will the theatre technical crew be made aware of any hazards identified above and ensure that adequate controls are in place?
/ 2 / 0
  1. Will all performers be made aware of the importance of good and safe conduct?
/ 2 / 0
  1. Will all performers be made aware of any restrictions on where they may go and what they can do?
/ 2 / 0
  1. Will supervisory personnel be made aware of the evacuation procedure, escape routes and places of safety?
/ 2 / 0
  1. Will all supervisory personnel be made aware of any potential hazards outlined above?
/ 2 / 0

TOTAL POINTS SCORED FOR STAGES ONE AND TWO.

MINUS

TOTAL POINTS SCORED FOR STAGE THREE.

REVISED SCORE WITH CONTROL MEASURES IN PLACE.

ASSESSED BY…………………………………………

POSITION………………………………………………

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