Annex 2 - Conditions consistent with the Operating Schedule
The prevention of crime and disorder
Where CCTV equipment is fitted, it shall be maintained in good working order in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. The maximum number of persons allowed in these premises shall be 75 downstairs (ground floor), 75 upstairs (first floor). Persons who appear to be under the age of 18 years shall be required to produce proof of age by way of a recognised proof of age card accredited under the Proof of Age Standards Scheme (PASS) or if a proof of age card is not available a photo driving licence, passport or accredited student card. There shall be displayed at the entrance to the premises a sign, which is clearly visible to members of the public visiting those premises containing details of the trading hours under the premises licence, the licensable activities permitted on those premises and any maximum occupancy level set for the premises.
Public Safety
When disabled persons are present on the premises there shall be in place arrangements for their safe evacuation in the case of an emergency or other reason. Details of those arrangements shall be recorded in writing and all staff employed on the premises shall be aware of those arrangements. All exits and escape routes to those exits (including external escape routes) from the premises shall be provided with non-slip even surfaces and shall be maintained in good repair, correct working order and kept free from all obstructions when the public are on the premises. External escape routes shall also be kept free from ice and snow.
The nosings on all steps and landings shall be maintained so that they are clearly visible by painting them in contrasting colours or other similar means. All doors or gates both inside and outside the premises which are on an escape route shall be fitted only with approved fasteners and shall at all times be properly maintained, free from obstruction and be capable of being opened easily and fully so that they do not restrict the public leaving the premises and shall open in the direction of the escape route. All exit doors and gates from premises or enclosure(s) surrounding it shall be capable of being opened by any person without the use of a key, card, code or other similar means and be kept free from all fastening devices when the premises are open to the public. The method of opening any exit door or gate from the premises or enclosure(s) surrounding it shall be clearly displayed immediately above or below the fastening in white block lettering on a green background in letters not less than 50 mm high. Where any automatic self-closing fire-resisting doors activated by a fire alarm or fire detection system are fitted within the premises they shall not be prevented from closing by any device and shall be marked to both sides of the doors so that they are clearly visible and positioned at or about eye level with the words "FIRE DOOR KEEP CLEAR" in block letters not less than 50mm high when the premises are open to the public. Where a fire-resisting door is fitted within the premises and that door is required to be kept closed at all times then the door shall be clearly marked on both sides with a sign bearing the words "FIRE DOOR KEEP CLOSED" in block letters not less than 50mm high and clearly visible when the premises are open to the public. The furniture or seating in premises shall be arranged so that it does not obstruct any exit, route to any exit or to any facility within the premises. Reasonable provision shall be made to ensure that the premises and facilities are both accessible, and reflect the needs of all sectors of the community. The premises shall be maintained so that the following fire retardancy standards are complied with:-
() All upholstered seating meets on a continuous basis the pass criteria for smouldering ignition source 1 and crib ignition source 5 when tested in accordance with section 5 of BS 5852:1990.
() All repairs or refurbishment of existing seating or upholstery shall include the removal of untreated polyurethane foam and its replacement by fillings which conform to the Furniture and Furnishings (Safety) Regulations 1988 (as amended).
() Carpets - B.S.4790 low radius of spread.
() Walls and Ceilings - Circulation areas, Building Regulations. Class O General Areas, B.S.476 Class1.
() All artificial foliage, floral decorations or any other decoration provided on the premises shall be of inherently flameproof material.
No curtain, hanging or any other decoration shall be positioned so as to obstruct any exit, sign or fire fighting equipment. Printed notices shall be prominently displayed in the premises detailing the essential steps that must be taken if a fire is discovered or the fire alarm goes off or other emergency arises and how to call the Fire Service. A person who is nominated for the purpose of taking control in the event of a fire, fire alarm, emergency or event which may effect the safety of persons attending the premises shall be on and in charge of the premises at all times when any licensable activity is being provided. That person shall be responsible for calling the Fire Service in the event of any fire and that person shall also be responsible for meeting the Fire Service and guiding them to the fire. Any outbreak of fire of any kind shall be reported to the Fire Service immediately and a written record shall be made in a logbook kept for that purpose. Where the water supply to any hydrant, hose reel, sprinkler, drencher or any other fire extinguishing installation is cut off or restricted the Fire Service shall be notified immediately. Clear and unobstructed access shall be available to the premises for use by the emergency services and emergency service vehicles at all times. There shall be maintained on the premises at all times an adequate and appropriate supply of first aid equipment and materials. When the public, members or guests are present, the lighting levels in all parts of the premises shall be capable of providing sufficient illumination for the public, members or guests to leave the premises safely and there shall be at least one person who is nominated to switch on the emergency lighting in an emergency situation. (Note where the premises are a theatre or cinema, a complete or substantially complete blackout may be permitted for production reasons provided that the exit signs shall be kept lit at all times). All fire instruction signs shall be illuminated so that they can be easily read at all times when the public, members or guests are present on the premises. The controls for the emergency lighting shall be protected from unauthorised use and accidental operation and the system designed so that the emergency lighting cannot be altered. Every battery which is used to power an emergency light or exit sign shall be maintained in a fully charged condition at all times. No temporary electrical wiring or distribution system shall be installed in the premises unless, the installation is carried out by a suitably qualified and competent person. The premises licence holder or Club Premises Certificate holder shall obtain a certificate from that person that the installation is fit for purpose and complies with British Standard 7671 and where applicable, British Standard 7909. A copy of that certificate shall be produced by the Premises Licence Holder or the Club Premises Certificate Holder if requested to do so by an Authorised officer of the Council or an Officer of the Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service. Where any temporary electrical wiring or distribution system has been installed in any premises by a person who is not competent to do so, the premises licence holder or Club Premises Certificate holder installation shall have the installation inspected and certified in writing by a suitably qualified and competent person that it is fit for purpose and complies with British Standard 7671 and where applicable, British Standard 7909. A copy of that certificate shall be produced by the Premises Licence Holder or the Club Premises Certificate Holder if requested to do so by an Authorised officer of the Council or an Officer of the Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service. The premises shall be provided with adequate lavatory accommodation which shall at all times when the premises are in use be kept clean, ventilated, disinfected and supplied with hot and cold water, soap, toilet tissue, hand drying and sanitary towel disposal facilities as appropriate. Where the entertainment relates to the provision of water sports, there shall be present an adequate number of staff who are trained in rescue, life saving and resuscitation. Such staff shall be positioned and remain adjacent to the water at all times the premises are used for entertainment and be readily identifiable to the public by means of conspicuous clothing or other marking system which is visible under all lighting conditions. (See the recommendations in the joint Health and Safety Commission and Sports Council publication “Managing Health and Safety in Swimming Pools”).
The prevention of public nuisance
No music or speech shall be relayed via external speakers other than for events with prior approval of the licensing authority. Staff must be given adequate instruction to prevent them causing unnecessary noise when they leave the premises and prominent, clear notices displayed at all points where staff leave the building must instruct them to respect the needs of local residents and leave the premises and the area quietly. A noise impact assessment of the licensed activities at the premises shall be carried out to the satisfaction of the licensing authority. Where the assessment indicates that noise control measures are necessary, a scheme shall be submitted to the licensing authority and implemented before the activities take place. The (doors/windows) at (specify) shall be fitted with (double/acoustic dual) glazing in order to improve the sound attenuation of the premises. Speakers shall be located and fixed within the premises in a manner so as to minimise disturbance arising from structure borne vibration. There shall be no emission from the premises of any offensive smells, which are likely to cause a nuisance. Where there are any offensive smells created on the premises, provision shall be made for such smells to be vented from the premises so that they do not cause a nuisance to nearby premises. There shall be provided at the premises containers for the storage and disposal of waste foods and other refuse from the premises. Those containers shall be constructed, maintained and located /secured so that access to them by vermin and unauthorised persons is prevented and arrangements made for the regular disposal of their contents in accordance with the duty of care provisions (Section 34) of the Environmental Protection Act 1990. Where the premises provides food to the public for consumption on or off the premises, there shall be provided outside the premises, at or near the exits, sufficient waste bins to enable the disposal of waste food, food containers, wrappings and other litter. Where the premises provide food for consumption off the premises, the public area outside and adjacent to the premises shall be cleared of waste food, food containers, wrappings and other litter which originated from the premises. Where flyers are used by premises, the premises shall be responsible for the removal of any discarded flyers from public areas. Where large numbers of flyers are found in public areas relating to the premises and the premises does not remove them without delay, they shall meet the cost of removal by the Council. Posters advertising the premises or acts/events at the premises shall not be fixed to any building or structure without permission of the owner and planning permission where necessary. No light from or on the premises and any other light under the control of the premises shall be provided where that light causes a nuisance to any nearby premises, unless it is considered necessary by the local Police force to prevent crime and disorder.
The protection of children from harm
No unaccompanied children under the age of 16 should be served after 9:30pm.