Small Nations Music Ltd

Safety Method Statement

For safe Erection, Operation & Dismantling
of the Green, Purple & White, 26m x 20m Oval Big Top style Marquee

The Marquee design Statement:

Manufactured by Josie’s Marquees
Designed to offer a temporary demountable structure, ideal for presentation of shows, or as a dry hire
for use by client, e.g. for venue, activities or craft fair
Twin steel king poles with ridge bar and integral winches
PVC fire retardant cover material, stitched & welded
Oval shape

Dimensions:
26m x 20 metre oval canvas to canvas (bell ends of 20m radius)
Overall footprint of 36m x 30m
Ridge height 6.5m
Wall height 2.5m

Capacity guide approx 550 – 600 standing, 300-400 seated in theatre style seating arrangement, 250-
280 seated at tables with dance floor area.

Factors & Law:

National guidelines Event Safety Guide, Chapter 8
Inst. Of Structural Engineers, Temporary demountable structures guidance
Safe Working Practices E.g. H&S At work / Manual Handling / Lifting Equipment Reg.
Risk Assessment Prepared for each job. Eliminate and minimise foreseeable risks
Design Statement Carry out operations accordingly
Drawings Carry out operations accordingly
Contractual Agreement Agreed entrance position & layout
Local Authority Conditions Applied
Event Organisers Comments on day
Marquee Book Current & Present, also given in advance. Log all use
Certification Copies in marquee book
Safe working area Exclude public during erection & dismantling phases. Barriers, fencing &
stewards
Experience Suitably trained, competent & equipped crew

Insurance £10million Employers, £5million PLI

Safety Method Statement:

On behalf of Small Nations Music Limited

Marquee Master is designated safety officer during operations

Marquee Master is fully responsible for monitoring safe erection / dismantling and Health and Safety
of operations
Marquee Master reserves right to delay erection / dismantling e.g. for safety and / or inclement weather
conditions
Marquee Master reserves the right to dismantle e.g. for safety and / or inclement weather conditions
Marquee Master reserves right to amend operations in consideration of the following factors:

All components must be checked prior to use

All operations must be safe and stable at all times
Trip Hazards must be avoided, and any hazards suitably highlighted
Locational Factors:

Risk Assessment Amend if necessary on the day

Underground services Check in advance and on day. Client must make us aware of any
Nearby structures Safe distance between (6m min); minimise spread of fire
Over-head structures
Power Lines AVOID
Vegetation

Ground Condition Load bearing capacity. Liability to flood. Gradient. Entrance Path. Mud

Prevailing Wind Affects entrance direction

Nearest Fire Point No more than 50-70m, from the emergency vehicle access. Water supply/ies

Weather Ensure Safe conditions for safe erection & duration (e.g. check local
Weather forecasts)

Use of marquee Affects final content

Other event activities e.g. pyrotechnics and open flame / fires nearby / bars / public behaviour /
Vehicle routes

Backstage sufficient room behind for living accommodation & park up, plus any other
relevant structure used

Entrance Points Clearly Marked

Items All necessary equipment and staff available for work

Special Needs Access Clear, easy & lighted entrance path

Prior to Erection:

Failure to locate designated area / site must be avoided

Ensure light or lighting available for operations
Ensure staff are trained, suitably equipped and deemed fit & competent (e.g. not under the influence of
alcohol, narcotics or any other medication, & are briefed & knowledgeable)
Ensure all operations are deemed SAFE
Ensure no public access during any operation periods