Tasmania Police Report INSPECTOR GARY WILLIAMS Northern District Support Services The festive season is fast approaching us which brings with it the opportunity for employers to thank employees for their efforts and contributions throughout the year. As with anything in life, there are potential risks that surround these types of events, that both employers and venues should be aware of, that can otherwise mar a successful and enjoyable end of year celebration. As most people would now be aware, any staff function organised by the employer can be considered a work related activity which brings with it potential issues and/or claims of discrimination, bullying, sexual harassment and/or work place injuries. In an effort to minimise the risks and to ensure an enjoyable and safe function for all concerned both employers and venue managers staff should be mindful of the following do’s and don’ts. Employer Responsibilities: Most importantly, plan ahead! o Do ensure the venue is the right one for your event (consider location, layout, responsible service of alcohol compliance (RSA), security, emergency evacuation procedures) o Do set clear start and finish times; o Do talk to the venue about your expectations with regards to the responsible service of alcohol and the provision of food and non- alcoholic beverages; o Do look at transport options that may be available to you; o Do talk to your staff about your expectations with regards to their behaviour as the function is a work event; o Do monitor social media to ensure your event has not been broadcast to all and sundry! o Don’t encourage rapid or excessive drinking; o Don’t think employees are solely responsible for their own behaviour; and o Don’t think it’s the venue staff’s responsibility alone to monitor staff alcohol intake and behaviour.
Venue Responsibilities: Most importantly, communicate with the business/employer! o Do make contact with the business as early as possible; o Do talk with the business around your commitment to RSA; o Do establish clear start and finish times; o Do ensure your own venue requirements are clearly outlined; o Do establish a clear communication strategy with the business/ employer should key decisions be required during the event (i.e. will they have a ‘responsible non drinking person attending the event?) o Do ensure that the behaviour of the business/employer doesn’t affect the amenity of the nearby area; o Do ensure that the sale and consumption of liquor on the licensed premises or the permit premises does not – (a) cause undue annoyance or disturbance to – (i) people living or working in the neighbourhood of the premises; or (ii) customers or clients of any business in the neighbourhood of the premises; or (iii) people conducting or attending religious services or attending a school in the neighbourhood of the premises; or (iv) people lawfully on the premises; or (b) cause the occurrence of disorderly conduct – (i) in the premises; or (ii) in the neighbourhood of the premises. o Do make contact with your local licensing section or Tasmania Police should you have concerns with regards to an upcoming event OR should issues arise during the event which give you cause for concern. o Do share these guidelines with businesses/employers who may be contacting your venue to book their Christmas function! Making plans for Christmas functions by performing due diligence and having open communications can ensure that everyone has a safe, enjoyable and rewarding end to a busy year! Applications close 11:30pm, Sunday 12 November 2017 To find out if your event is eligible and for more information about the Marketing Tasmania program call (03) 6165 5022 or visit www.eventstasmania.com/marketingtas Applications for Marketing Tasmania grants are NOW OPEN
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