Risk Management & Safety Flashcards

Which document outlines the procedures for evacuating an exhibition hall in case of an emergency?

Answer: Emergency action plan (EAP)

An Emergency Action Plan (EAP) details evacuation routes, assembly points, and procedures to follow during emergencies.

A key principle of the Incident Command System (ICS) used at large exhibitions is:

Answer: Unity of command — each responder reports to only one supervisor

Unity of command ensures clarity by having each person accountable to a single supervisor, preventing conflicting orders.

When assessing crowd density risk, which metric is most commonly used?

Answer: Persons per square meter (p/m²)

Persons per square meter is the standard metric; densities above 4 p/m² can create dangerous crowd pressure.

Which type of insurance covers bodily injury or property damage claims made by third parties during an exhibition?

Answer: Commercial general liability (CGL)

Commercial General Liability (CGL) insurance protects the event organizer against third-party claims for bodily injury or property damage.

A 'near miss' in exhibition safety terminology refers to:

Answer: An unplanned event that could have resulted in injury but did not

Near misses are unplanned events with the potential for harm that should be documented and analyzed to prevent future incidents.

The primary purpose of a pre-event safety walkthrough is to:

Answer: Identify and correct hazards before the show opens

Pre-event walkthroughs allow safety personnel to identify electrical hazards, blocked exits, and other risks before attendees arrive.

Which element is MOST critical to include in an exhibitor safety manual?

Answer: Prohibited items, weight limits, and emergency contact numbers

Exhibitor safety manuals must communicate restrictions, structural limits, and emergency contacts to prevent hazards during move-in and show days.