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EVENT RISK CALCULATOR 

At Event Fire Solutions some of the most common questions we are asked are what level of fire cover do I need, or how many ambulances do I need? So to assist you in your planning stages, we have designed a risk calculator that takes into account all of the variables and produces an instant summary of all the Medical and Fire Fighting provisions you’re going to need to ensure that your event is covered should the worst happen. 
 
The calculator works by using all of the data prescribed in the Purple Guide and then looks at the numerous other factors, to decide on the best level of both Medical and Fire cover you’re going to require at your event. This document can be used as evidence to add your event plans and site specific risk assessments, or form part of a document that you can send out to others to quote against, the choice is yours. 
 
Disclaimer 
 
Whilst this software has been designed by industry experts, and we are confident that it fully complies with all current legislation, the results and the outcomes should always be confirmed by your risk assessment process. 
 
Please note that certain sporting governing bodies or government agencies may have further stipulations on specific events. In these instances please contact us for bespoke solutions tailor made for your event. 
 
© Copyright – The Risk Calculator and the formulas used are under copyright to Event Fire Solutions 2013 
 

Please complete the form below for an initial risk assessment of your event. You will receive a copy of the risk assessment by email. Items marked (*) must be completed.

Basic Details
Name (*)
Email (*)
Telephone
Event Name (*)
Event Location
Event Date (dd/mm/yyyy) (*)
Type of Event (*)
Classical PerformancePublic ExhibitionPop/Rock Concert
Dance EventAgric/Country ShowMarine
Motorcycle DisplayAviationMotor Sport
State OccassionsVIP Visits/SummitMusic Festival
Bonfire and PyrotechnicsNew Year CelebrationsEquestrian - Low Risk
Equestrian - High RiskAthletic EventsFetes
Boxing/Martial ArtsDemo/March/Political Event - Low RiskDemo/March/Political Event - Medium Risk
Demo/March/Political Event - High RiskDemo/March/Political Event - Opposing Factions
Type of Venue (*)
IndoorStadiumOutdoor - confined (eg park)
Outdoor - other (eg festival)Widespread (eg streets)Temp. Outdoor Structures
Includes Overnight Camping
Standing/Seating (*)
SeatedStandingMixed
Audience Profile (*)
Full Mix, Family GroupsFull Mix, Not Family GroupsPred. Young Adults
Pred. Child & TeenagersPred. ElderlyFull Mix, Rival Factions
Past History (*)
Good data, Low Cas. RateGood data, Medium Cas. RateGood data, High Cas. Rate
First Event - No Data
Expected Numbers (*)
<1,000<3,000<5,000<10,000
<20,000<30,000<40,000<60,000
<80,000<100,000<200,000<300,000
Expected Queuing (*)
Less than 4 HoursMore than 4 HoursMore than 12 Hours
Time of Year (*)
SummerAutumnWinterSpring
Proximity to A&E Dept (*)
< 30 Mins by Road> 30 Mins by Road
Profile of A&E Care (*)
Choice of A&E DeptsLarge A&E DeptsSmall A&E Depts
Medical Facilities On Site - choose all that apply
SuturingMinor SurgeryPsychiatric/GP facilities
X-RayPlastering
Additional Medical Hazards - choose all that apply
CarnivalMotor SportStreet Theatre
HelicoptersParachute Display
Proximity to Fire Station (*)
< 30 Mins by Road> 30 Mins by Road
Additional Fire Hazards - choose number in each category
Petrol StoresElectrical InstalationsFireworks
StagesLightingBonfires
Marquee Sizes - choose number in each category
< 90m2< 200m2< 400m2
< 600m2< 800m2< 1,000m2
Campsite Sizes - choose number in each category
< 20 Tents< 40 Tents< 60 Tents
< 100 Tents< 200 Tents> 200 Tents
Campsite Exits - choose number in each category
Exits


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