Safety & Operating Guidance
Darvel & Area Regeneration Team (DART)
Thank you for booking The Corner.
The Corner is a community-managed public space operated by Darvel & Area Regeneration Team (DART). It is designed for flexible use including:
Performances
Community events
Markets
Meetings
Outdoor gatherings
This guide explains how to use the space safely and responsibly.
The Corner consists of:
Public gathering area
Seating benches
Flower beds
Access ramp
Stairs to lower level
Covered canopy area
Amphitheatre-style seating
Removable stage area
Flexible open space for tables, stalls or performances
Please ensure:
The accessible ramp remains clear at all times.
Stairs and walkways are never obstructed.
Emergency access routes remain unobstructed.
The Hirer is responsible for managing numbers safely.
Do not overcrowd the canopy or stage area.
Ensure children are supervised at all times.
Maintain safe movement between upper and lower levels.
Monitor behaviour around steps and raised areas.
If your event involves large numbers, you should conduct a basic risk assessment.
As the Hirer, you are responsible for:
The safety of your attendees.
Equipment you bring on site.
Managing any event-specific risks.
Ensuring electrical equipment is safe and suitable for outdoor use.
Ensuring cables are covered or secured to prevent trip hazards.
If you notice a hazard, report it immediately to DART.
If using the stage area:
Ensure it is stable before use.
Do not overload with heavy equipment.
Keep clear access routes around the stage.
Ensure performers are aware of edge drop points.
If using sound equipment:
Keep cables tidy and taped down if necessary.
Ensure equipment is weather-protected.
Keep volume at reasonable levels.
The Corner is partly outdoors.
The Hirer must consider:
Rain and slippery surfaces.
Wind affecting staging or temporary structures.
Heat and sun exposure.
Ice in colder months.
In severe weather, events may need to be modified or cancelled for safety.
Do not use naked flames unless agreed in advance.
BBQs or gas appliances require prior written approval.
Keep flammable materials away from electrical equipment.
In an emergency, evacuate calmly to a safe area away from the structure.
If alcohol is to be sold or supplied:
The Hirer must ensure appropriate licensing is in place.
The Hirer is responsible for managing behaviour safely.
DART may request evidence of compliance.
The Hirer must:
Remove all waste at the end of the event.
Leave the area clean and tidy.
Dispose of rubbish responsibly.
Return furniture or equipment to agreed positions.
Failure to do so may result in deposit retention.
Report immediately:
Damage
Injury
Near misses
Equipment faults
The Hirer may be liable for damage caused during the booking.
The Corner is designed to be accessible.
Keep the ramp clear.
Avoid blocking accessible seating areas.
Ensure clear pathways for mobility users.
Accessibility must not be compromised by event layouts.
The Corner is located within a residential community.
Please:
Keep noise to reasonable levels.
Avoid unnecessary late-night disturbance.
Finish at the agreed time.
Respect for neighbours ensures continued community use.
In the event of:
Serious injury → Call emergency services (999)
Safety concern → Contact DART representative
Structural concern → Stop activity immediately
Always prioritise safety.
By proceeding with your booking, you confirm that you:
Have read this Hub Usage Guide.
Understand your responsibilities.
Accept responsibility for your event and attendees.
We could add:
A simple one-page “Quick Safety Checklist” section at the end.
A downloadable risk assessment template.
A site diagram image embedded.
Emergency contact numbers.
Defibrillator location (if applicable).
Maximum recommended occupancy numbers.