ANNEX 2 - Conditions consistent with the Operating Schedule
Amplified music will be played through a sound-limiting device with music controls, which will be set at a suitable level agreed by the environmental health officer. This level will be monitored by the licensee and will be inaccessible to the public.
Music will be fixed at a lower level from 12 midnight. Windows will remain closed to help contain the sound level.
Exit doors shall be regularly checked to ensure they operate satisfactorily.
All removable security fastenings shall be removed whenever the premises are open to the public or staff.
All exit doors will be operable without the use of a key, card, code or similar means.
All fire doors must be maintained effectively self closing and will not be held open other than by approved devices.
Fire resisting doors to service shafts, ducts and cupboards must be kept locked shut.
Steps and stair edges will be appropriately highlighted so as to appear conspicuous.
Curtains, hangings and temporary decorations must be maintained in a flame retardant condition.
Upholstered seating must be fire retardant and comply with current fire safety regulations.
Curtains, hangings and temporary decorations must be located so as not to obstruct exits, fire safety signs or fire-fighting equipment.
Notices detailing the actions to be taken in the event of fire or other emergency must be prominently displayed and maintained in good condition.
Fire drill and emergency lighting tests will be conducted. Records of these tests will be available upon request.
All fire exits and means of escape will be signed in accordance with BS5499.
An evacuation policy will be in place that is to the satisfaction of the Fire Authority.
Wall and ceiling finishes will be fire resistant to the appropriate standard.
Exit doors must open outwards.
Adequate arrangements will exist to enable the safe evacuation of disabled people in the event of an emergency.
Adequate and appropriate first aid equipment and materials will be available on the premises.
In the absence of adequate daylight suitable and sufficient lighting will be provided and maintained in any area accessible to the public.
Fire safety signs must be adequately illuminated.
Emergency lighting will be installed and regularly maintained working.
Emergency lighting tests will be conducted monthly. Records of these tests will be available upon request.
RCD emergency cut off switches must be fitted to all entertainment equipment.
The premises will have a satisfactory NICEIC or ECA periodic electrical installation report. A new inspection will be carried out every 5 years.
The premises will have a satisfactory NICEDI or ECA periodic emergency lighting report. A new inspection will be carried out every 5 years.
The premises will have a CORGI certificate of inspection in respect of any gas boiler, calorifier or appliance. An inspection will carried out every 1 year and a new report obtained each time.
The premises will have a certificate of inspection for portable fire fighting equipment. An inspection will be carried out every 1 year.
The premises will have a certificate of inspection for the fire detection alarm. An inspection will be carried out every 1 year.
The premises will adhere to policy challenge 21 and will accept PASS cards, passports and driving licence as ID. Cigarette machines will be clearly marked for over 16s.
The designated premises supervisor shall have at least one year's experience of managing similar premises with a similar capacity and with a similar terminal hour.
A personal licence holder shall be on the premises at peak times during the day.
Only glasses, which are made of ‘toughened glass’, will be used whether alcohol is being consumed outside the premises, which trades as part of the premises.
The premises will maintain and operate a CCTV system, which complies with minimum requirements expected by the Lancashire Constabulary and shall record during all hours that a licensable activity takes place on the premises.
A dispersal policy, which is agreed by the police, will be implemented at all times.
The maximum number of persons (including staff and performers) allowed to be on premises at any time shall be 300.