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The Little Bridge Hotel ~ Safe Work Space Case Study

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Read the following case study and complete all components

THE LITTLE BRIDGE HOTEL

The 4-piece Elastic Band and a popular female duo Daisy Chain are scheduled to perform in a fortnights time at the Little Bridge
Hotel. Both performances will require a trial audio setup before the performances. In a pre visit the manager for the performers
raised concerns with the level of safety at the venue.
The Little Bridge Hotel is an old 2-storey entertainment venue located in the inner city, with 12 permanent staff and different
entertainers and support crew every week. The Hotel is well known for its live bands and has a large following of patrons every
weekend.
The venue characteristics include;

Staffs work for long periods standing and/or bumping in/out.

The floor covering is worn and is unraveling at one of the joins

Due to a lack of power points, power leads run across walkways.

Electrical tagging has not been carried for 5 years and staff do not have a process to check equipment

The delivery area is shared by a number of functional areas for the hotel arrival of performers and equipment, deliveries and
storage of food items, chemicals, paper goods etc. Frequently heavy boxes are left in walkways before being stored correctly.
The Little Bridge Hotel management recently sent a memo to staff requesting that a safety audit is undertaken of the site, recording
identified hazards and submitting a report to the Hotel management (Teacher/ trainer) reviewing WHS and the Emergency
Evacuation Plan.

APPENDIX 1 PART A CASE STUDY The Little Bridge Hotel Hazards Identification & Controls.

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TWO STRATEGIES THAT AN

EMPLOYEE COULD
5 POTENTIAL HAZARDS

LEVEL OF
RISK

POTENTIAL RISKS
THINGS THAT
COULD GO WRONG

FOLLOW TO MANAGE THE

RISK & BRING IT TO A
REASONABLE LEVEL.
(for one hazard)
This could include appropriate

TWO STRATEGIES THAT AN

EMPLOYER COULD
FOLLOW TO MANAGE THE
RISK & BRING IT TO A
REASONABLE LEVEL

PPE to reduce the potential risk

Electrical tagging not

done annually

high

wires could short

update the electrical

get new wires, new

circuit, electrical

tagging, tape to wall to

power points so they

fires, people can

prevent it running

dont have to run across

trip over

across the floor

the floor

people could trip

Due to a lack of power
points, power leads

on the cables and

Moderate

run across walkways.

could get injured

or they could
unplug the cables

Staffs work for long

periods standing

staff gets tired,

Moderate

and/or bumping in/out.

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unaware of issues
happening

Tape down the cables or

get longer extension
cables so they can keep
them out of walkways

go on regular breaks,
have a break room

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update machinery to be
battery operated, ask to
install new powerpoints

tell boss that they need

breaks, bring a chair to
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people could trip

Floor is old and worn

un-ravelling at the

moderate

sides

on the uneven

fill in groves with plaster,

floor, objects

make floor even again

mark large uneven

bumps to warn others,
wear knee pads

could fall

Delivery area
cluttered and over

high

crowded

truck crashes,

take deliveries in a

Be more responsive

over cluttering of

different garage spot or

when a delivery is here

the whole building

on a different day

dont let it pile up

The Little Bridge Hotel WHS Report

Compiled by: Joshua Bonello

Identified
Hazards

Staffs working for long periods of time

uneven and worn-out flooring
wires not being regularly checked
lack of power points
delivery area over cluttered and shared

Corrective Action:

Action By:

Action Completed
Date / Timing:

Recommended
Hazard
management
and controls.

Strategies to
improve WHS
procedures

Tape wires to wall to

avoid them being trip

employer

as soon as possible

venue owner

as soon as possible

hazards

regularly check wires as

well as plaster the floor to
make the ground a trip
free zone

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through clear pathways

Recommended

and avoiding the back to

Evacuation plan

avoid the over cluttered

venue owner and manager

as soon as possible

loading docks
Comments:

Reviewed by: Name: Joshua Bonello

Date: 1/11/16

Appendix A Case Study

Case Study: The Big Day Out
Students will complete a case study on The Big Day Out. (OR ANY OTHER LARGE OUTDOOR EVENT YOU HAVE
RESEARCHED) Using your knowledge of risk management processes, answer the questions related to the case. You
must use the following website:
http://www.liveperformance.com.au/safety_guidelines_live_entertainment_and_events_0

Read the following Case Study and answer the questions below.
The annual Big Day Out festival has been scheduled for a hot summers day. The weather report states that
there is a chance of a storm in the afternoon. The event venue is Sydney Olympic Park, in and around
the park and wetlands area.
There are several top billing acts that require the use of many visual effects such as pyrotechnics,
lasers and strobe lighting. The promise of such a successful day has ensured a total sell out, so large
crowds are expected.
The festival runs all day and long into the night and all staff are required on site for this period of time.
Scenario Questions
List the potential hazards associated with this event and outline how you would control them for the following:
Identify Hazards:
Heat
Storm
Wetlands Security
Pyrotechnics
Lasers
Strobe Lights
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Crowds crushing, fainting, alcohol drugs, terrorist threat
Fatigue

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Literal (From Stimulus)/Implied:

Scaffolding
Lighting
Audio
Staging
Working with heights, manual handling, electricity, cables
a) Stage Crew
Pyrotechnics ensure there are supervisors
Weather heat, storm
Rigging scaffolding, lighting, audio, staging, working with heights, electricity, cables and manual handling
Tiredness/fatigue make sure to have regular breaks throughout the festival

b) Security Personnel
Possible violence (drunk crowd members) be aware of the issues and call it in if seen
Tiredness/fatigue regular swapping of shifts and breaks
c) Sound Technicians
Weather (heat, storm) a tent covering the soundboard to escape worries of weather
Crowd interfering with work elevated level so they are above the crowd
Working with cables, electricity
d) Performers
Lack of hydration, make sure to have water frequently between songs
Heat/sun make sure to slip slap slop
e) Patrons
Weather (heat, storm) stay hydrated and sun safe throughout the day
Under the influence stay sober throughout the day to make sure they are safe along with others

Which organisations would you require to have on site to ensure a safe environment for all of the
above involved? (e.g. First Aid, Security)
First aid
Security
Venue manager
Golf cart drivers
Stage crew
Write a report to the Safety Committee responsible for the event on what has been provided to ensure
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the event runs smoothly.

We have ensured that this event is strictly alcohol free to ensure the safety of everyone involved, we have provided a large
amount of security and police members to make sure any issues get sorted out instantly. Following this we have
ensured that countless bottles of water are handed out to everyone for free to make sure no one is affected by heat
stroke. Along with this we have tents and other shelters to provide protection from the rainy weather as well as heat.

PART C: WHS Signs and Symbols

Where might the following signs be located during this event; describe their function.

This could be found out behind the stage with a fence and or gate. this sign would be
located on the fence and or gate. the function of this is to warn participants that this is a
dangerous area and there is electrical equipment around.

This sign would be located in a throughout the location along fences and close to stages
to inform people what to do when a fire alarm is sounded

This would be located in front of a stage so people and staff and easily go through the
middle of the crowed without any tripping hazards. This is especially would be
important during an emergency. it is a blue sing so it is mandatory for people to
keep the aisle clear. (this sign is usually found on airplanes)

this sign would be found near any sort of scaffolding and or building structure where PPE
is required. they are there to inform people that they must wear PPE equipment in
the specific area as it to keep others safe.

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Appendix B Hazard Identification

Risk Management Plan
Workplace

Location/Activity

Assessment Focus

Hazard

Current

Identification

Controls

sun
Big day out

Risk
Assessment
(use matrix)

water and
shelter

Alcohol
Big day out

alcohol free
event

Strategies for risk

elimination or control
free water bottles and

high

multiple shelters throughout

the day.
maximum security at

high

entrance checking bags

and water bottles
security and police planted

Big day out

un-orderly conduct

security and
police

high

in numerous areas of the

event to prevent any unorderly conduct
regular breaks have been

Big day out

lack of concentration
by employees

regular
breaks

given out as well as

medium

multiple staff hiring occurs

meaning others can cover
some shifts
make sure all people

Big day out

pyrotechnics

bring in
experts

high

working with them are

supervised by paramedics
and experts

Relevant additional information reviewed and attached: Yes/No

Plan prepared by: Joshua Bonello
Date: 1/11/16
Monitor and review: monitor the effectiveness of controls and change if necessary. Review the risk assessment if
an accident or a significant change occurs.

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Appendix 3 Risk Assessment

Site

Little Bridge Hotel

Location

Inner City

Date

Activity

Live band performance

Time

Hazards

Current Controls

Hierarchy Current

Hierarchy

Recommended

Reported

Current strategies for ensuring

Control

Risk

safety for this potential risk

Level

Ranking

Sign placed

1-2

Mop up spill

J Smith

23.10.16

wires

taped to wall

2-32

signs to warn people of wires

H Mundy

27.10.16

Over cluttered backstage

remove things that arent part of

area

performance
remove some seats to allow

J Bonello

1.11.16

refund tickets

H Mundy

4.11.16

eliminate the strobe light effect

J Bonello

6.11.16

e.g.

Wet floor

Audience is full
Strobe lights

more standing areas

warn audience prior that there
are strobes

Additional Controls

Move the green room to a

different place to avoid clutter

Equipment
List any equipment, including personal protective equipment, to be
provided for use during the activity/program.
Is all equipment maintained in accordance with the WHS Regulation
and appropriate standards?
Are licensed personnel used for all construction, maintenance and
repair work?
What Emergency Equipment is available? Where located?

Control

Residual

Level

Risk Ranking To Whom

Provide details:
wires, lights, microphones, speakers, instruments, mixing desk, ear plugs
Yes
N/A
Fire extinguisher, fire blanket, smoke alarms, sprinklers, both wings of stage

Other requirements / Audio Set-up Where relevant, list other

requirements

Supervision/services supervision of activities; maintenance, etc.

maintenance, stage manager, venue manager

First Aid Are first aid kits available?

Yes

Is there a trained first aid officer available?

Yes

Is a first aid room available?

Yes

Emergencies

In an Emergency supervising adults should contact 000 and the School Principal

When

Risk Assessment
completed by:
Supervisor:

Joshua Bonello

Signature:

Joshua Bonello

Date:

1/11/16

Hannah Mundy

Signature:

Hannah Mundy

Date:

1/11/16

Review Procedure:

Who?

When due?

Hierarchy of Control and Risk Matrix

How likely is it to occur? (LIKELIHOOD)
RISK MATRIX

Unlikely,

Very unlikely,

Could happen

Could happen

may happen but

at some time

but very rarely

probably wont

Very Likely,

Likely,

Could happen
any time

Cause
permanent

How to complete the Risk Assessment form:

1.

disability or

List the potential hazards relevant to the activities / tools /

equipment.
2.
Using the Risk Matrix, rate the risk for the identified
hazards. This is known as the current or initial risk.
3.
Select the Control/s you will implement to reduce the risks
to lowest possible level.
4.
Again using the Risk Matrix, rate the level of risk once

How
severely
could it hurt
someone?
(CONSEQ
UENCE)

death
Long term
illness or
serious
injury
Medical
attention
and several
days off

those controls have been implemented (must be 4-6). This is known

work

as the Residual Risk.

5.
List the names or positions of the persons responsible for

First aid
needed

ensuring that the controls are implemented.

1 Extreme
RISK
RANKING

2 High

INTOLERABLE: Significant and Urgent Actions Required

MAJOR: Reduce risk to As Low As Reasonably Practical (see accompanying
Risk Matrix)

3-4 Medium

MODERATE: Reduce risk to As Low As Reasonably Practical

5-6 Low

MINOR: Monitor and manage risk

High or Extreme risks must be reported to School Executive and require detailed management plan or Safe
Work Method Statement (SWMS) to reduce the risk to Low or Medium.

The measures for

controlling risk

HIE
RAR
CHY
OF

Level 1

Elimination

Remove (from use) completely during design or later

Level 2

i Substitution

Replace with less hazardous materials or processes or safer option

CON
TRO
L

ii Isolate/Minimise the hazard

iii Engineering Controls

Level 3

i Administrative

ii PPE

Isolate the hazard (e.g. Tape down cords) or minimise the inventories of raw materials, stores,
wastes, etc
Reduce exposure e.g. regarding noise reduction, damping, mechanical handling, bundling and to
reduce risk at sources e.g. automation, remote control, warning systems, emergency stop button
standard work practices, training, supervision, job rotation, pause gymnastics, emergency
procedures, signs, and alarms
Safety goggles & gloves