The eGuide is provided by the Association of Event Venues (AEV). It offers clear guidance on health, safety and operational standards. Consider it an approved code of practice, developed by authorised professionals from UK event venues.
eGuide: Health, safety and operational standards in UK event venues
What's inside the eGuide?
The guide covers all relevant topics related to events management, including:
- Accessibility
- Build-up and breakdown procedures
- Catering and food safety
- Electrical installations and testing
- Emergency procedures
- Fire safety
- Floor plans and stand construction
- Gas and water usage
- Hazardous substances
- Lifting operations
- Rigging
- Security
- Special effects and features
- Sustainability
- Vehicles in venues
- Waste management
- Working at height
It also includes up to date information in the following areas:
- Legal compliance: Health, safety, and operational practices that comply with Building Regulations and health and safety legislation.
- Venue-specific rules: Where specific venues may have additional or different requirements.
- Risk assessment: The importance of risk assessment in various aspects of event planning and execution.
- Responsibilities: The responsibilities of organizers, exhibitors, contractors, and venues in ensuring safe and compliant events.
- Technical specifications: Detailed technical information on subjects like stand construction, electrical installations, and rigging.
- Appendices: Includes forms, checklists, and additional resources to support implementation of the guidelines.
The eGuide is regularly reviewed and updated by industry professionals to ensure it remains current and relevant. It serves as a crucial resource for event organisers, venues, exhibitors, and contractors in planning and executing safe and successful events in the UK.
