
Do all staff know who to alert in a medical emergency?





Do you have at least one trained first aider on duty during all operating hours?

Have your staff received any training on handling intoxicated, unconscious, or distressed patrons?

Have you offered scenario-based incident training in the past 6 months?

Are high-risk areas like stairwells, exits, and toilets actively monitored?

π¨ SECTION 3: Physical Hazards
Are glass-related injuries (cuts, breakages) rare in your venue?

π¨ SECTION 3: Physical Hazards
Are lighting and flooring conditions regularly checked for trip/fall risks?

π¨ SECTION 3: Physical Hazards
Do you provide or signpost a safe/welfare space for unwell customers?

π¦ SECTION 4: Welfare & Mental Health
Has your team managed incidents involving mental health or emotional distress before?

π¦ SECTION 4: Welfare & Mental Health
Are there procedures in place for staff to escalate safeguarding concerns?

π¦ SECTION 4: Welfare & Mental Health
Do you log all medical and welfare incidents (even minor ones)?

π© SECTION 5: Incident Tracking & Learning
Is there a formal debrief after serious incidents?

π© SECTION 5: Incident Tracking & Learning
Are patterns (e.g., frequent drug-related issues) monitored and acted upon?

π© SECTION 5: Incident Tracking & Learning
Have staff received any training in equality, diversity, or trauma-informed care?

π« SECTION 6: Inclusivity & Cultural Safety
Do you have a plan for managing gender-based, homophobic, or racially motivated incidents?

π« SECTION 6: Inclusivity & Cultural Safety
Are your medics and door staff briefed on treating all guests with dignity and discretion?

π« SECTION 6: Inclusivity & Cultural Safety
Are medical staff located where they can respond within 2 minutes?

πͺ SECTION 7: Access & Emergency Response
Are emergency vehicles able to access your venue without obstruction?

πͺ SECTION 7: Access & Emergency Response
Do you have on-site medical kit, including a defibrillator?
(it should live on site, rather than being taken home and brought back)

πͺ SECTION 7: Access & Emergency Response

π΄ High Risk
Your venue may be exposed to significant risks in both medical response and patron welfare. A structured response plan and staff training are essential.

π Medium Risk
You have some solid foundations in place. However, there are blind spots that could increase your risk on busy nights.

Your venue is performing well across safety categories. We can help you maintain and audit this standard.

Youβre leading by example in your venue safety practices. Consider partnering with localmedic to share your approach more widely.