Backstage Pre & Post Event Safety Checklist Indoor Facilities - URMIA

University of CaliforniaTheater & Performing Arts Health & SafetyStage Manager:Event:Date:Time of walk-through:Backstage Pre & Post Event Safety ChecklistIndoor FacilitiesThe following pre-event checklist is to be completed 15 minutes prior to each scheduledevent with an audience:InitialsPre-eventBuildingRequired exits unlocked, unobstructed, and accessibleHallways and aisles unobstructed leading to exitsExits marked and illuminatedFire extinguishers visible and accessibleCrewRunning crew trained in duties they are to perform during an emergencyElectricalCompany switch accessible (if in use)Slips, trips, and fallsCable runs taped down and/or guided through cable channelTension grid/catwalksCheck for cables hanging in front of instrumentsCheck for cables hanging below houselightsCheck for items (gel frames, etc.) that can slip through and dropCheck that the catwalk is clear of trip hazardsCheck that the other catwalks are clear and/or necessary equipment is neatly dressedFire/flameAppropriate fire watch crew designated and trainedFire extinguishers assigned to fire watch crew

University of CaliforniaTheater & Performing Arts Health & SafetyInitialsPost-eventBuildingAll exit doors closedAll exit doors to outside lockedHallways and aisles unobstructed leading to exitsLeave booth hallway light onCheck all dressing rooms to turn off lights (unless the housekeeping crew iscleaning), pick up items left behind, and clean up any leftover hospitality(unless a hospitality crew member is scheduled to strike)StageGhostlight (or appropriate safety light) onControl boothClean up all trashEmpty wastebasketsSteinway grand pianoCheck to make sure the Steinway has been lowered from its transportersElectricalCompany switch accessible (if in use on a multi-day run)Company switches powered off (unless required to remain powered up if in useon a multi-day run)Tension grid/catwalksCheck for safety hazards on the grid (tripping, fire, rigging safety, etc.)Clear the grid and put all unused equipment away in its proper storage locationClear every catwalk and put all unused equipment away in its proper storagelocationCheck for cables hanging below houselightsAdditional comments

University of CaliforniaTheater & Performing Arts Health & Safety