AWS MWC 2026
SAFETY INDUCTION

​​KEY CONTACTS & SITE INFORMATION

​​LEAD PRODUCTION MANAGER

Gabbie Savell-Stewart
+44 7445 241466

​​​LEAD PRODUCER

Jo Broadhead
+44 7775 573270

LEAD H&S ADVISOR

Martin Sim
+447837 891 857

SITE ADDRESS

​Fira Barcelona
Gran Via, Hall 2, Booth 2160
Carrer dels Alts Forns
080308 Barcelona

Please refer to the crew pack for exact details of how to access the venue.

​​ACCESS & ACCREDITATION

​​​SITE INDUCTION & DECLARATION

You are required to read and confirm that you understand the information contained in this site induction.

You will not be granted access to site during build and de-rig phases unless you have completed it.

​​​ACCESSIBILITY

If you have any specific accessibility requirements, have questions on how to complete this induction or require it to be translated please contact crew@identityglobal.com.

​​​PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)

PPE must be used in accordance with risk assessments and be appropriate to the task you are carrying out, more detailed information can be found in the project RAMS document which is available in the crew pack.

​You must ensure you have the following PPE available to be granted access to site during build and de-rig phases

​Hi-Viz Vest
Hard Hat Steel
Toe Capped Footwear

​​​ACCREDITATION

​You will have been pre-accredited through the Crew Team with MWC. You will need to show your digital pass when you arrive onsite.

If you do not have a digital pass with a picture, you must bring photo ID.

Please refer to the crew pack for arrival instructions and directions prior to your arrival onsite.

​If you have not completed this induction, you will not be granted access.

​​SITE RULES & GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION

​​SITE RULES

Any concerns regarding Health and Safety should be reported to a member of the production team immediately.

Mandatory PPE requirements will be communicated at the beginning of each shift.

You must not carry out duties or operate equipment, machinery or plant for which you do not hold the required competence.

Equipment, tools, machinery and plant should only be used for the purpose for which they are intended, and any defects must be reported to your line manager.

Accidents, incidents and near misses must be reported to the onsite Production team immediately.

Beware of moving vehicles and plant and do not use loading bays or air locks to leave or re-enter the site.

​​​MANUAL HANDLING

​Manual handling must be assessed on a case-by-case basis and where possible avoided.

Manual handling aides such as skates, pallet trucks and sack barrows should be considered as a primary option.

Do not attempt to lift anything over 25kg on your own.

Large or awkward loads should be handled by more than one person. If you are not sure, ask your line manager.

​​​WORKING AT HEIGHT

Working at height must be planned, assessed on a case by case basis and where possible avoided.

Try to minimise the use of ladders and where possible use other means such as mobile working platforms.

Remove loose items from your pockets and wear tool pouches and lanyards to secure hand tools, drills and fixings.

Where possible, use barriers to restrict entry and monitor the working area.

​​​OVERHEAD WORKS

If someone is working above you, stop what you are doing, move away and wait for them to finish.

If you are required to carrying on working while overhead works are being carried out, you must wear head protection.

If you have any concerns regarding overhead works, speak to your line manager.

​​​VEHICLES, PLANT & ACCESS EQUIPMENT

If you are working on roadways, in loading areas or directing traffic you must wear a high visibility vest.

​Make sure you can always see the drivers rear view mirrors, that means they can see you!.

Plant and machinery should never be left unattended, and be switched off or isolated when not in use.

Always ensure powered access equipment or forklifts have had a daily pre-start inspection, carried out by a competent person.

If you are required to drive a vehicle onsite, ensure beacons are on and you use your indicators in the same way you would on public highways.

Avoid using hazard warning lights as pedestrians will not know if you intend to carry out a vehicle manoeuvre.

Always adhere to site speed limits, in the absence of information, do not exceed 10mph.

​​​GENERAL HOUSEKEEPING

Make sure sterile routes and pedestrian walkways remain clear of equipment or materials at all times.

Do not block emergency exits or access / egress routes.

Make sure equipment and materials are stored safely, securely and not stacked too high.

Make sure combustible waste such as cardboard and plastic is cleared regularly.

If you are using chemicals or substances make sure you know how to use them safely and have access to the required spill kit.

If you have any concerns relating to working with chemicals or substances, ask your line manager.

​​​WORK EQUIPMENT & TOOLS

Tools and equipment must be put away and stored securely when not in use.

Electric cutting equipment such as chop-saws must be fitted with the correct machine guards.

Always use dust extraction devices when cutting timber or sanding / finishing surfaces.

Always visually inspect work equipment for defects or broken parts before you use them.

Any faulty or defected equipment must be quarantined and reported to your line manager.

LIVE OR UNGUARDED EDGES

Live or unguarded edges must be delineated.

Where reasonably practicable, barriers or handrails must be installed.

If the unguarded edge has been included in the risk assessment you must follow the prescribed control measures.

If the unguarded edge has not been previously risk assessed, a dynamic assessment should be carried out by the Production Manager or H&S Advisor.

If you have any concerns about working close to a live or unguarded edge, speak to your line manager.

BATTERY OPERATED TOOLS & EQUIPMENT

You must check the health of the batteries on your portable equipment and tools.

Many lithium-ion batteries have built-in Battery Management Systems (BMS) to monitor various parameters such as voltage, temperature, and charge / discharge rates.

Check if your battery has a BMS, use the software or diagnostics function to assess its health.

Lithium-ion batteries have a limited number of charge and discharge cycles before their capacity starts to degrade.

Lithium-ion batteries can overheat or become too cold which can impact their health, ensure that the battery operates within the recommended temperature range to avoid damage.

​​​BATTERY PERFORMANCE & MAINTENANCE

Inspect the battery for physical damage, such as swelling or leakage, which is an obvious sign of battery damage.

Monitor the speed at which the battery charges and discharges. if these processes become significantly slower than when the battery was new, it may be a sign of reduced health.

Measure the voltage of the battery using a multi-meter, a significantly lower or higher voltage than expected may indicate an issue with the battery.

If you suspect your battery is no longer performing well, consider consulting the device's manufacturer or a professional technician for a more detailed analysis and potential replacement.

​TASK SPECIFIC PPE

​​​HIGH VISIBILITY VEST

Must be worn when working in loading bays, public highways or when directing traffic.

Must be worn when operating mobile powered machinery or equipment (MEWPS, FLT's, Tele-handlers).

Must be worn if vehicles are required to move equipment, materials or people around the site compound.

Where this requirement has been relaxed, high visibility vests must be worn by managers, visitors or venue employees for the purpose of identification.

Compliant with EN ISO 20471

SUITABLE FOOTWEAR

Appropriate toe capped footwear is a mandatory requirement during build and de-rig phases.

Compliant with EN ISO 20345 (S3)

HEAD PROTECTION

Head protection must be worn where overhead work is being carried out, or when specified by the onsite Production Manager or Event Safety Advisor.

Head protection must be worn when operating Boom or Scissor lifts.

Compliant with BS 397

​​​HAND PROTECTION

Gloves should be worn if you are carrying out significant manual handling activities.

Gloves should be worn if you are carrying out truss or rigging assembly.

Gloves should be worn if you are using a chop saw or grinder to cut or finish metal or timber.

Gloves should be worn in accordance with any control measure associated with a chemical or substance.

​​​EYE PROTECTION

Protective goggles must be worn if you are using a chop saw or grinder to cut or finish metal or timber.

Protective goggles must be worn in accordance with any control measure associated with a chemical or substance.

Compliant with EN 166

Impact rated protective goggles must be worn when operated pressurised equipment such as Paslode nail guns.

Compliant with EN 166 B

​​​WORKING AT HEIGHT

Full body harnesses and lanyards must only be used by trained and competent persons.

Full body harnesses and lanyards must be worn when operating MEWPS (Booms).

Full body harnesses and lanyards must be used when working at height where a rated clip point / line is installed.

​​​DUST MASKS & RPE

FFP2 dust masks must be worn when carrying out manual finishing work such as sanding down surfaces.

FFP2 & FFP3 dust masks / RPE must be worn in accordance with any control measure associated with a chemical or substance.

FFP3 RPE must be fit tested for the individual by a competent person.

​FIRST AID & WELFARE

​​​FIRST AID

​The appointed first aider for this project is Martin Sim & Venue Staff

The onsite First Aider has access to a closed list of crew related medical conditions which will be taken into consideration before any first aid treatment is provided.

The location of the first aid kit will depend on your working area, you will be made aware of the nearest kit before you begin work.

If you require medical assistance report to the First Aider immediately who will assess if you can be treated onsite.

​You MUST notify the onsite First Aider if you use any first aid equipment, however minor your injury.

Identity have a number of trained Mental Health First Aiders available if you feel you need to speak to someone during your time onsite.

They can sign post you to external organisations such as Hub of Hope or the Samaritans that can provide confidential advice to you or your loved ones.

​​​ACCIDENT, INCIDENT & NEAR MISS REPORTING

It is critically important that all accidents, incidents & near misses are reported and recorded so we can try and stop them happening again.

Accidents and incidents can be reported by following this link -  Incident Reporting

(Please note you need to be signed into an Identity Microsoft account to access it)

You must report anything that you believe to be dangerous or bad practice, or something that could have caused an injury to yourself or others.

It is everyone's responsibility to take ownership of their personal safety and make sure it does not have a negative impact on others.

Bad / dangerous practice or intolerant / antisocial behaviour will not be tolerated and may result in you being asked to leave site.

​​​WELFARE

Drinking water can be found inside the crew box, if you can, use a re-fillable bottle and use venue water coolers to reduce waste.

Dietary requirements or intolerances are held on a closed list with the onsite First Aiders, and are communicated to all crew caterers in advance, if you have any concerns, please speak to a member of the Production Team.

Remember to stay hydrated and in hot weather top up regularly with sun cream.

The location of the WC'S will depend on your working area, you will be made aware of the closest one before you begin work.

Make sure you take regular breaks and raise any concerns regarding shift or travel times with a member of the Production Team.

​​FIRE AND EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

​​​IF YOU DISCOVER A FIRE

Raise the alarm via the nearest call point and notify anyone in the immediate vicinity.

If safe to do so, alert a member of the Production Team.

​If safe to do so and you have been properly trained, use the appropriate fire fighting equipment to tackle the fire...DO NOT PUT YOUR OWN LIFE AT RISK!

Leave by the nearest emergency exit and make your way to the agreed assembly point.

When you have arrived at the assembly point and are safe, wait for further instruction.

Do not re-enter the building until told to do so by a member of the emergency services, venue fire marshal or onsite Production Team.

EMERGENCY EXITS

Emergency exits are located throughout the site, make sure you familiarise yourself with the closest one before starting work.

​​​FIRE ALARM & EVACUATION

Emergency procedures shall be in accordance with the Fira Barcelona Gran Via emergency action plan, on activation of the fire alarm announcements shall be broadcast across the Fira.

All persons should leave by the nearest fire exit and make their way to the closest Assembly Point.

​ASSEMBLY POINTS

​​Assembly Point 1:

Outside Gate 4

​​​Assembly Point 2:

Outside South Entrance

NEAREST A&E DEPARTMENT

​L'Hospitalet de Llobregat
Carrer de la Feixa Llarga
s/n, 08907
Barcelona

​​Phone Number:

+34 934 02 94 00 / 933 3761 77

​SUSPECT PACKAGES AND TERRORISM

SUSPECT ITEMS

If you discover a suspect package do not touch or move it. Immediately contact a member of the Production or venue Security Team.

Inform a radio holder who will contact the Fira using the CODEWORD “KILO 7”.

Never use the term “Bomb”, even on the radio.

In the event of an ingress plan being initiated all crew should stand by for further instructions from the Fira security teams or Production manager.

Do not use your mobile phone or radio in the vicinity of the package.

Follow the directions of the Production or Security Team and help clear the area calmly.

In the event of an ingress plan being initiated stay where you are and follow the instructions of the Production or venue Security Team.

​​​SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY

If you see anyone acting suspiciously in or around the working area, please contact the Production or venue Security Team.

Try to give them an accurate description of the person(s) and what it is that makes them look suspicious to you.

You will not be criticised for reporting suspicious activity...If in doubt report it!

​​​TERRORISM INCIDENT

In the rare event of a firearms or weapons attack, ensure you follow these three steps to protect yourself and facilitate the police response.

​​​RUN

Escape the area if you can, this is considered a better option than surrendering or negotiating.

Plan a route to safety and act quickly and quietly, leaving all belongings behind.

Do not stop to film the incident.

HIDE

Look for cover from gunfire (e.g., substantial brickwork or heavy reinforced walls), as cover from view alone (like glass, wood, or typical walls) is not enough to stop bullets.

Be as quiet as possible; silence your mobile phone and turn off vibrate.

Barricade yourself in a room if possible and move away from the door.

TELL

​When it is safe to do so, call the police at 112 and try to provide clear information to the call taker.

Location and nature of the incident.

Description, number, location, and direction of travel of the attackers.

WHEN POLICE ARRIVE

Police officers responding to a potential terrorist incident will be armed and focused on neutralising the threat.

Follow all instructions they give immediately and without question.

Keep your hands visible at all times to show you are unarmed and avoid any sudden movements or gestures that could be perceived as a threat.

​​INDUCTION CONFIRMATION