Question 1

There are various stakeholders involved in staging an event in a public space. Who would you contact as the first point of call?&#10;A) Local council&#10;B) Emergency services&#10;C) Contractors&#10;D) Regulatory authorities

Accepted Answer

The local council is typically the first point of contact when planning an event in a public space, as they are responsible for permits, regulations, and can provide guidance on other necessary contacts and procedures.

Question 2

Which physical aspects of accessibility should be reviewed during an outdoor site inspection?&#10;A) Transport, parking, lifts and ramps, acoustics&#10;B) Transport, parking, lifts and ramps&#10;C) Transport, parking, lifts and ramps, viewing points, hazards and ground surfaces&#10;D) Drinking water, catering availability

Accepted Answer

C) Transport, parking, lifts and ramps, viewing points, hazards, and ground surfaces are all critical aspects of physical accessibility that should be reviewed during an outdoor site inspection. These elements ensure that all visitors, including those with disabilities, can access and enjoy the site safely and comfortably.

Question 3

Which of the following statements is correct?&#10;A) Both event manager and venue manager should conduct a risk assessment&#10;B) Building insurance held by the venue will cover any damages by guests&#10;C) Volunteers need not be considered when looking at risk, as they are not employees&#10;D) If the venue has an evacuation plan in place, the event manager has no further responsibility

Accepted Answer

Both event manager and venue manager have responsibilities for ensuring the safety and security of an event, which includes conducting risk assessments to identify and mitigate potential hazards. Building insurance typically covers structural damages but not necessarily damages caused by guests, which might require a separate liability insurance. Volunteers, like employees, can be exposed to risks and thus should be considered in risk assessments. Lastly, even if a venue has an evacuation plan, the event manager must still be familiar with it and may need to adapt or supplement it based on the specific needs of the event, maintaining responsibility for the safety of attendees.

Question 4

When negotiating a venue hire agreement, the time of access to the building or site should include:&#10;A) Bump-in, event execution, bump-out&#10;B) Security overnight&#10;C) Cleaning costs&#10;D) Noise levels

Accepted Answer

The time of access to the building or site for a venue hire agreement should include bump-in (setup), event execution, and bump-out (teardown) to ensure adequate time is allocated for all phases of the event.

Question 5

From a risk management point of view, which of the following site features would be most important?&#10;A) Public transport&#10;B) Shade&#10;C) Layout&#10;D) Access

Accepted Answer

Access is crucial for risk management as it affects emergency response times and the ability to evacuate or reach the site quickly in case of an emergency.

Question 6

A venue hire contract should cover:&#10;A) Payment terms, cancellation&#10;B) Payment terms, cancellation and other terms and conditions&#10;C) Minimum wage rates&#10;D) Arrangements with florists and other suppliers

Accepted Answer

A venue hire contract should include payment terms, cancellation policies, and other terms and conditions to ensure clear understanding and agreement between the parties involved.

Question 7

A crowd crush disaster needs to be avoided at all cost. In conducting a site inspection, you would look at which of the following?&#10;A) Footpaths&#10;B) Awnings&#10;C) Ingress and egress&#10;D) Facilities

Accepted Answer

Ingress and egress are critical for ensuring safe entry and exit, which is essential to prevent crowd crush disasters.

Question 8

A convention and exhibition venue is usually used for:&#10;A) Business events&#10;B) Incentive events&#10;C) Weddings&#10;D) Festivals

Accepted Answer

Convention and exhibition venues are primarily designed for business events such as conferences, trade shows, and exhibitions.

Question 9

Generally speaking, a site is:&#10;A) The same as a venue&#10;B) An outdoor space&#10;C) A description of visual impact&#10;D) Related to sight lines

Accepted Answer

A site generally refers to an outdoor space or location where an event or activity takes place.

Question 10

For an event involving video streaming, you would need to first consider:&#10;A) Bandwidth&#10;B) Screen size&#10;C) Security of content&#10;D) Sound

Accepted Answer

Bandwidth is crucial for video streaming as it determines the quality and smoothness of the stream. Without sufficient bandwidth, the video may buffer or not play at all.

Deck 15: Select Event Venues and Sites