EventScotland Events Management - A Practical Guide
EventScotland Events Management - A Practical Guide
EventScotland Events Management - A Practical Guide
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> Widened access/egress doors and routes<br />
> Ramps<br />
> Handrails<br />
> Lifts<br />
> Sanitary Facilities<br />
> Lowered surfaces – for instance at food outlets and info points<br />
> Floor surfaces & ground coverings<br />
> Parking<br />
> Transport to and around the event<br />
> Seating<br />
> Viewing areas<br />
> Signage<br />
> Hearing systems<br />
> Staff or stewarding support<br />
> Light and sound levels<br />
> Accommodation<br />
> Free access for carers<br />
Remember to consider people with disabilities when preparing emergency<br />
and evacuation plans. Further information on this topic can be gained from<br />
www.direct.gov.uk/disability<br />
11) Litter & Waste<br />
<strong>Events</strong> can create a tremendous amount of litter and waste that has to be collected,<br />
disposed of and recycled as appropriate. A build up of waste can be harmful to the<br />
health and safety of all those involved or affected by the event and the environment.<br />
It is therefore important to prepare for and stay in control of this issue. As event<br />
manager you must ensure that rubbish and waste is disposed of in the correct manner.<br />
If you are using a waste management contractor, make sure they are reputable and<br />
can supply you with method statements.<br />
Create a Waste <strong>Management</strong> Plan in advance of the event. This will help identify areas<br />
of concern and how the issue will be addressed. Your plan should consider the following:<br />
> The event type, audience profile and capacity.
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