Placement of Equipment and Services
Different factors will influence where you finally position equipment and services but keep in mind the following:
> Place equipment and plant as close as possible to where it is needed without impeding audience view or affecting audience enjoyment. This will also help reduce the amount of cabling required.
> Ensure that any equipment that has to be placed in the vicinity of an audience is secured and can cause no harm. Place it in an area that is accessible should it require attention during the event.
> Any disabled viewing platforms should be positioned to ensure maximum visibility without negatively affecting audience capacity and sight lines.
> If there are simultaneous entertainments, position them to ensure there is no clash of sound or audience.
> Make sure all welfare services are in a convenient and visible location and are well sign posted. Similarly with rubbish bins, place them in visible locations and particularly around catering areas.