Use of Electrical sound lighting or film equipment
24.1 The Hirer shall inform the Democratic Services Manager as to any electrical equipment and lighting intended to be brought to the Premises for the Event. Certificates of Portable Appliance Testing must be submitted with the booking form.
24.2 No electrical or other fittings or appliances including the lighting system in the Premises shall be altered or removed or in any way interfered with, or additional fittings or appliances installed without the approval of the Council. Any approved alterations shall be at the expense of the Hirer.
24.3 The Hirer must comply with the instructions given by the Democratic Services Manager as to the weight, volume and distribution of any sound amplification or other equipment, which it is proposed to be used. The Council reserves the right to approve/inspect/ test/ installs any equipment for which a fee may be charged.
24.4 Use of any electrical supply on stage or elsewhere in the Premises, other than 13 amp sockets must be with the approval of the Democratic Services Manager and/or any other person approved by the Council.
24.5 The Hirer should be aware of his/her responsibilities under the Electricity At Work Regulations 1989 particularly the requirement for periodic examination to ensure electrical safety. Attention is drawn to the H.S.E publication "Electrical Safety for Entertainers".
24.6 The Council reserves the right to prohibit connection and use of equipment/lighting which is considered to present a risk of damage to the Premises or safety of participants /guests and also any equipment/lighting not previously notified as set out above.