Frances Fitzgerald
Ceist:101 Ms Fitzgerald asked the Minister for the Environment and Local Government the situation regarding the code of safety for indoor pop concerts; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22453/98]
Written Answers. - Safety at Indoor Concerts.
The code of practice for safety at indoor concerts was published on 22 October 1998. The code, which will operate in a voluntary manner, sets out the minimum functional requirements for the safe organisation and management of concerts. It provides practical guidance and advice for promoters on a wide range of parameters relevant to crowd control such as event planning and management, crowd management, the use of barriers, stewarding, and emergency medical facilities. Other aspects dealt with include fire precautions and fire safety, structural matters, electrical installation and communications.