RISK ASSESSMENT Discovery Dome delivers 360⁰ planetarium style performances inside mobile inflatable digital domes. Our various domes
are made of fire retardant fabric inflated by a powerful fan. Set up time is @ 30-60 minutes and takedown time @ 15-30
minutes.
Ideally we require easy access leading to the area where the dome is to be set up. Our equipment is moved on a trolley
so lifts and ramps are preferable to steps. We need to be informed well in advance if access is difficult or limited. The
closer we can offload our vehicle to the set up area the better. All our planetarium domes are made for indoor use only
in well-lit and clean environments. A single socket is required to power the computer, projector and audio.
Risk Level Table : probability x severity = risk level Probability 1 = Negligible 2 = Possible Occurrence 3 = Occasional Occurrence 4 = Frequent Occurrence 5 = Regular Occurrence 6 = Common Occurrence Hazard and severity Severity Risk level 1 = Trivial Injury/ies 2 = Minor Injury/ies 3 = Major Injury to one person 4 = Major Injuries to several persons 5 = Death to one person 6 = Multiple deaths 1 – 9 = LOW 10 -­‐-­‐ 20 = MEDIUM 21 -­‐-­‐ 36 = HIGH Who could be harmed and probability Anyone near the dome, fan or cables. (2) Control measures Risk level Additional precautions Area around the fan and cables will be cordoned off. 2 x 2 = 4 LOW A staff member will check area outside the dome during performances. Fire or arson (1) Fire resistant fabric used in the domes. (1) Our evacuation method involves flipping the dome, which allows instant evacuation for audience. 1 x 2 = 2 LOW Hosting institution to advise on location of fire extinguishers Physical Harm (1) Unlikely to be caused by the soft dome fabric, projection box or sound system. (2) Audience is kept away from the delicate projection system and asked not to lean on the dome. No food or drink allowed in the dome. 1 x 2 = 2 LOW With school groups one teacher must be present inside the dome at all times. We reserve the right to cancel a show if there is dangerous behavior. Slips, trips & falls. (2) Accidents whilst setting up or taking down. (1) Discovery Dome staff Equipment is kept in good working order and staff are trained to set up and take down the delicate equipment safely. 1x1=1 LOW Ensure all staff are kept up to date with training Loss of power and /or fire alarm requiring swift evacuation. (1) Everyone inside the dome (1) The dome can be flipped allowing for instant evacuation of everyone inside. 1x1=1 LOW Equipment damage/theft or damage to dome (1) Possible loss/damages to Discovery Dome caused by audience members (2) Dome is insured. Audience 1x2=2 to follow code of conduct on LOW the day. We recommend our staff are shown emergency exits. We are not responsible for the evacuation of the audience once they are outside the dome. We reserve the right to hold individuals/ organizers responsible if damage is caused by gross negligence on their part and our audience code of contact is not followed. Please note the audience will be seated on the floor. That being the case, customers are welcome to provide soft mats like gym mats/similar soft flooring. Audience Code of Conduct
1. Please do not run outside the inflatable dome.
2. Please do not run inside the inflatable dome.
3. Please do not eat or drink near or inside the inflatable dome.
4. Audience members under the age of 16 must be supervised by an adult.
5. Please do not touch the inflatable dome or any of the equipment inside it or outside it.
6. Please treat everyone around you – including Discovery Dome staff with respect.
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