Note: As the Chief Steward and Event Controller have different roles and functions, one person should never be assigned to both posts for the same event. Stewards The primary role of a steward is to steward and not to spectate. General duties of stewards: Control or direct spectators who are entering or leaving the ground. Prevent overcrowding by ensuring that crowd limits in various parts of the ground are complied with and that gangways and exits are kept clear. Recognise crowd densities, signs of crowd distress and crowd movements to report to Event Control. Ensure safe dispersal of spectators on the terraces or viewing slopes. Log all incidents and accidents and report them to Steward Supervisor. Man exit gates at all times until stand down is given by Event Control. Assist the Gardaí as appropriate or as requested with crowd control. Undertake duties relating to emergency and evacuation procedures. Give immediate assistance to the Gardaí and other emergency services in the event of an emergency and also when requested by the Gardaí / PSNI. Remain in their designated area unless directed otherwise by the supervisory stewards. Keep gangways and designated sterile areas clear at all times. Be readily identifiable by the wearing of coloured bibs, distinctive from those worn by Gardaí and Emergency Services. Participate in all training and briefings as required. Club Members They will ensure that: They are aware of the provisions of the Safety Statement and that they operate within those provisions at all times They take no action which could endanger either themselves or their fellow-members They are familiar with the location of fire extinguishers They are familiar with all fire exits on the club premises They comply with any safety directives which may be issued from time to time. All Members must report to their Coach and the Club Committee as soon as practicable:
Note: As the Chief Steward and Event Controller have different roles and functions, one person should never be assigned to both posts for the same event. Stewards The primary role of a steward is to steward and not to spectate. General duties of stewards: Control or direct spectators who are entering or leaving the ground. Prevent overcrowding by ensuring that crowd limits in various parts of the ground are complied with and that gangways and exits are kept clear. Recognise crowd densities, signs of crowd distress and crowd movements to report to Event Control. Ensure safe dispersal of spectators on the terraces or viewing slopes. Log all incidents and accidents and report them to Steward Supervisor. Man exit gates at all times until stand down is given by Event Control. Assist the Gardaí as appropriate or as requested with crowd control. Undertake duties relating to emergency and evacuation procedures. Give immediate assistance to the Gardaí and other emergency services in the event of an emergency and also when requested by the Gardaí / PSNI. Remain in their designated area unless directed otherwise by the supervisory stewards. Keep gangways and designated sterile areas clear at all times. Be readily identifiable by the wearing of coloured bibs, distinctive from those worn by Gardaí and Emergency Services. Participate in all training and briefings as required. Club Members They will ensure that: They are aware of the provisions of the Safety Statement and that they operate within those provisions at all times They take no action which could endanger either themselves or their fellow-members They are familiar with the location of fire extinguishers They are familiar with all fire exits on the club premises They comply with any safety directives which may be issued from time to time. All Members must report to their Coach and the Club Committee as soon as practicable: