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Event-opening checklist

Use before admitting guests at a routine event with the authorized event lead. Follow the venue plan and local requirements. If a critical condition is unresolved, ask the responsible lead to decide whether opening should pause.

Name of document or activity: ____________________ Date: __________

1. Confirm responsible lead and backup

Yes □ No □ Unknown □

2. Check agreed entrances, exits, and routes are clear

Yes □ No □ Unknown □

3. Confirm staff assignments and briefing completed

Yes □ No □ Unknown □

4. Test ordinary communication method and backup

Yes □ No □ Unknown □

5. Confirm guest check-in and accessibility arrangements

Yes □ No □ Unknown □

6. Locate first-aid assistance and emergency reporting instructions

Yes □ No □ Unknown □

7. Confirm facilities, lighting, and essential equipment readiness

Yes □ No □ Unknown □

8. Record unresolved issues and opening decision

Yes □ No □ Unknown □

Next action

Action: ____________________ Owner role: ____________________ Due: __________

Keep completed records under your organization’s handling rules. This page sends no entered records to V.E.S.T. General planning aid; it does not establish compliance or guarantee safety.