Specific Safety Issues: Fire, Terrorism, Pyrotechnics, Medical & Weather
Recognise High-Consequence Issues
Specific hazards require disciplined response and current procedures.
Fire+
Keep escape routes clear, report smoke/fire immediately and follow the venue fire/evacuation plan.
Terrorism+
Remain alert to suspicious behaviour/items and follow ACT/current security procedures. Do not become complacent.
Pyrotechnics+
If an illegally used pyrotechnic is burning, do not pick it up. Move people away, leave it alone and allow trained response under the venue plan.
Medical incidents+
Protect the casualty area, call for medical support with an exact location and manage crowd pressure as instructed.
Extreme weather+
Heat, wind, rain, lightning or cold can alter crowd behaviour and safety controls. Report changing conditions.
Knowledge check
What should you do with a burning pyrotechnic found in the crowd?
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