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Emergency Planning In Events

Although no event ever wants to cancel (or in the worst-case scenario stop mid-event) sometimes issues arise, that mean this is the only option available to the event organiser.

With strong communication, defined decision-making processes, and coordination through event control, organisers can respond quickly to emergencies and resume operations safely where possible.

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Emergency Planning In Events | International Advice

Specialist: Alastair Kleissner

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Alastair is a Chartered member of IOSH who hold a NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety, a Level 6 NVQ Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety Practice and a Level 5 Award in Crowd Safety Management. He has over 20 years' experience working in Film, Theatre, and Events after gaining a BA in Technical Theatre and Stage Management from Bristol Old Vic Theatre School. He specializes in supporting productions particularly in CDM compliance and rigging safety. Alastair sits on the ABTT Safety Committee and is a full member of the International Institute of Risk and Safety Management. He is currently responsible for supporting clients both in the UK and around the world on a variety complex projects in both the TV/ Film industry and the Events world.

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Article last updated on Mar 26th, 2026

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