Safety Checklists for Summer & Outdoor Events
Added: 11th June 2026
Categories: Guidance Notes, HR and Health & Safety
When organising an event, it is important to remember that as organiser, your organisation holds a legal duty of care to ensure the safety of staff, volunteers, participants, and the general public. This is applicable under the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974.
Download our safety guide, created by GCVS’s health & safety service. You’ll find guidance and checklists on various considerations for your event this summer, including:
- Bouncy Castle & Inflatables (High Risk)
- Mechanical Rides (e.g., Carousels, Teacups)
- General Site Safety & Power Infrastructure
- Food Vendors
- The Sports Event & General Site Safety
- Legal & Insurance Paperwork
- Fire Safety and your Event