The Barn Theatre,
25 Bluehouse Lane, Oxted, Surrey
RH8 0AA.
Tel: 01959 561811
Email: barntheatre
@btinternet.com

Pyrotechnics

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Concern about the hazards inherent in the use of pyrotechnic devices in the Theatre, coupled with a number of recent incidents, prompted a review of present arrangements.

It was evident that incorrect procedures were being followed and these procedures were contrary to health and safety regulations.

The revised procedures/conditions of use are set out below.

1. Handling, storage and control of pyrotechnics shall be the responsibility of the Hirer and shall be in accordance with the ABTT Code of Practice 'Pyrotechnics and Smoke Effects' (copy available on request) except as modified below.
2. Hirers must notify the Theatre prior to the commencement of their hiring (as well as the local authority) of their intention to use pyrotechnics during performances.
3. Only approved equipment, readily available on hire from theatrical suppliers, may be used. The Theatre does not provide any special equipment.
4. Only small theatrical flash devices may be used and the pod must be sited at least 30cm from potentially combustible materials, in particular fabrics.
5. One person (for each separately located device) is to be responsible for setting and firing the device and must be positioned no more than 1.5m from the device, with a clear view of it and the surrounding area.