Performance Risk Assessment

Name / Group Name: Chloe Smith, D@Win Dance Company University contact email: c.smith2.18@unimail.winchester.ac.uk

Module Code: DA2912/DA3023 Contact Telephone Number: 07421636436

Assessment Ref. No Activity Assessed/ D@win Dance Rehearsals

Type of Event
Risk Assessment Date 31 Oct 2020 Date and Time of Event Semester 1 & 2
Risk Assessor Chloe Smith Venue Paul Chamberland Building 1 & 3
Last Review/Revision Reviewer Mr David Buss
Version No. 0.1 Additional individuals involved in developing
the Risk Assessment
Context This risk assessment covers rehearsals held at the University by D@win Dance Co a student led dance company made up of year 2 and 3 dance students. The running of the company and
Please describe the event that is works produced for part of the degree namely modules DA 2912 and DA 3023 Dance works are created and choreographed by student members, staff, and visiting Choreographers.
being assessed

Risk Score Matrix Risk Score and Description

Severity Risk Risk Category Description
Score Level
Likelihood

Insignificant Minor Moderate Major Fatal

Very Unlikely 1 1 2 3 4 5 1-4 Low Acceptable No further action needed
Green Green Green Green Amber
Unlikely 2 2 4 6 8 10 5-9 Medium Tolerable/ Review to ensure nothing else can be
done
Green Green Amber Amber Red Adequate
Possible 3 3 6 9 12 15 10 - 15 High Undesirable Immediately review current control
measures, and where appropriate decide
Green Amber Amber Red Red on further actions
Likely 4 4 8 12 16 20 16 - 25 Very High Unacceptable Stop activity and make immediate
improvements
Green Amber Red Red Red
Almost Certain 5 5 10 15 20 25 Likelihood (L) x Severity (S) = Risk Score (RS)
Amber Red Red Red Red
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Name / Group Name: Chloe Smith, D@Win Dance Company University contact email: c.smith2.18@unimail.winchester.ac.uk

Module Code: DA2912/DA3023 Contact Telephone Number: 07421636436

The list below may help you identify potential risks; please delete dots as applicable to signify low, medium or high risk for each category. For any medium or high risks please fill in the additional RA
sheets detailing your control measures. A final version of the Risk Assessment MUST be signed off by a University Theatre Technician or your module leader before your event starts.

Hazard Checklist
COVID Risks All risk assessments must take COVID risks into account
Risk of injury due to fall Are you planning to work above ground level; on ladders, tables or chairs, raised set or by lifting persons etc.? This includes during your rehearsals, set-up and
performance.
Falling objects Are you planning to hang any objects from above? How is your set constructed, can anything fall or collapse?
Slipping or tripping Will you be using anything that could cause a trip or slip on stage? Will you be acting in a manner that could cause a trip or slip to yourself or other members of
X your company?
Spillage Are you using any liquids or foodstuffs? Are any liquids near electrical equipment on or off stage? If liquid is spilled can it cause a risk of a slip?
Fire Are you planning to use any open flame, e.g., smoking, candles, incense etc? or any smoke effects or vaping that could activate detectors
Electrical hazard Are you bringing in any electrical equipment? If so, you must contact the theatre technicians well in advance to have the item tested or inspected
Unstable surfaces: Are you planning to stand on any object not specifically designed for that purpose? Are you using any objects or set that are not professionally built or of
questionable integrity or using them in a manner that could cause them to be unstable?
Impact Is there any stage fighting or complex rapid movement where injury due to impact could occur; this could be in the form of dance, clowning, physical theatre or
drama? Could any impact damage space or set as well as persons?
Weapons Are you planning to use any form of weapon in your rehearsals or performance, e.g., swords, knifes, guns, clubs – including replica or toy versions? Do you plan
to use any item to represent a weapon?
Unusual use of objects or Are you planning to use any objects or performance space in an unusual manner, could this pose a risk?
equipment:
Pyrotechnics: Are you planning to use any explosive devises (no matter how small)?
Impairment: Use of alcohol or drugs before or during performances or rehearsals is not permitted. Are you using any other devices that mean a performer could be
impaired; e.g. , blindfolded or handcuffed? Are you aware of any personal impairment, e.g., personal disabilities, illnesses or medication?
Anything else: This list is not exhaustive! Are you planning any other activity that may pose a significant risk of injury to person or damage to space or property? If in any doubt
consult either your tutor or the theatre technicians before proceeding in either rehearsals or performance.
Declaration

X We have identified the above hazards and have attached further pages to risk assess and introduce control measures
 None of the above applies to our project/ production. There is no significant hazard or risk. (no further pages needed)

Name Chloe Smith Signed CSmith Date 31 0ct 2020

What are the Hazards Who might be harmed and Risk Risk Score Control Measures / Further Action Target Risk Score
involved with the how Required (after control measures)

activity being
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Name / Group Name: Chloe Smith, D@Win Dance Company University contact email: c.smith2.18@unimail.winchester.ac.uk

Module Code: DA2912/DA3023 Contact Telephone Number: 07421636436

undertaken
L S RS L S RS

R1 COVID Risks Staff/Students/Public Inability to ensure safe social distancing 4 5 20  Everyone to maintain 2 metre social 1 2 2
Social Distancing distance at all times, including during
breaks.
 Floor marking to be used to aid this with
only one individual per square to
maintain a two-metre distance.
 No touching or lifting other persons.

R2 COVID Risks Staff/Students/Public Inability to ensure safe social distancing 4 5 20  All company members and staff must 1 2 2
Face Coverings wear a face covering at all times
 ensure both mouth and noise are covered.
 Face coverings and may be provided by
the university.

R3 COVID Risks Staff/Students/Public Cross contamination from touching 3 5 15  Computer/sound system to be wiped with 1 2 2
Hygiene Set/Props/Equipment etc antibacterial wipes before and after each
rehearsal.
 Only one person is the use the
computer/sound system during this period
 Any props used will need to be wiped
before and after use.
 Company members and staff to regular
wash or sanitise their hands for 20
seconds.
R4 Slipping or Students Spillage on the floor. 2 3 6  All water bottles to be kept in bags at the 1 2 2
Tripping side of the room.
 Company members responsible for
cleaning and drying spillages.

R5 Impact Students People running into each other. 2 3 6  When running pieces dancers should 1 2 2
ensure that exact pathways are known if
there is any running involved in dances,
to avoid collisions.
 Dancers should be aware of their
surroundings and use initiative to avoid
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Name / Group Name: Chloe Smith, D@Win Dance Company University contact email: c.smith2.18@unimail.winchester.ac.uk

Module Code: DA2912/DA3023 Contact Telephone Number: 07421636436

impact.
 Ensure social distancing.
R6 Impairment Students Dancers not being fit for participation 2 3 6  Dancers must not participate in dance 1 2 2
(overtired, alcohol intake, injuries) rehearsal or stand to the side and observe
if not fit for any reason
 Dancers must look after themselves
regarding wellbeing (eating well, sleeping
etc)

Insert new rows below if required

We have completed a thorough Risk Assessment (above) and have omitted no significantly hazardous activities. We fully understand and accept the risks of this activity and agree to carefully implement the control
measures listed above.

Name Chloe Smith Signed CSmith Date 31 Oct 2020