Annex 2 - Conditions consistent with the Operating Schedule
1 The non-standard timings permitted for the provision of Regulated Entertainment and supply of alcohol are as follows:
a) On the Friday to Sunday of the Easter, May, Spring and August Bank Holidays 11.00 - 02.00 hours the following day,
b) On Christmas Eve 11.00 - 02.00 hours the following day,
c) On New Year’s Eve 11.00 - 02.00 hours the following day,
d) On New Year’s Day 11.00 - 01.00 hours the following day.
On these occasions the premises will close within 60 minutes from the cessation of licensable activities.
2 No intoxicating liquor shall be supplied otherwise than to a person who has attained the age of 18 years and is:
a) A member of the Club who has been a member for at least 24 hours, or whose application or nomination for membership was made at least 2 days before his admission to the Club, or,
b) A bona fide guest of such a member, or,
c) Any person attending a social function organised by or on behalf of the Club or a Club member. The number of such functions is to be limited to no more than 12 in a period of twelve months and no less than 14 working days notice to be given in writing to the Police.
3 A full list of names and addresses of members will be kept on the premises and shall be provided to a Police Constable in uniform on request.
4 A copy of the rules must be given to every member upon his election to the Club.
5 Entry of members and guests shall be supervised by a door person.
6 All staff to have received suitable training in relation to the proof of age scheme to be applied upon the premises. Records to evidence this will be made available to an authorised officer upon request.
7 Noise from any regulated entertainment will be inaudible at the nearest noise sensitive premises or, at the discretion of the Local Authority, shall not exceed some other pre-agreed limit, which does not cause unreasonable disturbance to neighbouring residents or their guests.
8 The volume of amplified sound used in connection with entertainment shall at all times be under the control of the licensee or management committee and the controlling mechanism shall be operated from a part of the premises inaccessible to members or their guests.
9 All external windows, fire doors and internal doors leading into the licensed area which by their opening would allow noise from regulated entertainment to escape externally and cause disturbance to nearby residents, should remain closed during the provision of regulated entertainment except when being used as an escape route in the event of an emergency.
10 The removal and movement of rubbish, bottles and beer barrels from the premises and subsequent storage externally to the building prior to collection shall be undertaken between 08.00 and 20.00 hours only to prevent disturbance to local residents from such activities.
11 No nuisance from noise or odour shall be caused to local residents by the use of any ventilation, refrigeration or air conditioning equipment provided or used in association with the licensed premises.
12 Appropriate measures will be taken to ensure staff prevent the removal of bottles or glasses from the curtilage and grounds of the licensed premises.
13 Only toughened glass vessels are used to dispense beer to customers.
14 The roller shutter will be serviced regularly on contract and, as agreed, will be witness tested on the agreed visit date.
15 The front beer garden will be monitored and will close no later than 21.30 to avoid late night complaints.
16 The premises will be equipped with a CCTV system that will monitor all areas, including outside and the car park.
17 Frequent collection of glasses and bottles will be undertaken to ensure that empty containers do not accumulate.
18 Signage shall be displayed at all exits requesting members and bona fide guests to leave the premises quietly.
19 A professional contractor will carry out risk assessments.
20 There will be two taxi free phone lines in the foyer for members and bona fide guests.
21 First aid kits will be kept behind the bar.
22 The maximum number of persons to be accommodated in the premises or in any particular part of the premises at any one time shall not exceed 250.
To help monitor the number of people attending the premises, both members and guests will sign in whenever more than 150 persons are expected to attend the premises.
23 Persons under the age of 18 must be supervised by an adult and vacate the premises by 20.00 hours.
24 Children under 16 years of age are not allowed in the games room at weekends.
25 No licensable activities will take place in the rear yard or smoking area.
26 At least one personal licence holder will be on the licensed premises while the supply or sale of alcohol is being undertaken (whose identity will be known to all other staff engaged in the supply or sale of alcohol) except in the case of emergency.
27 Where there is reasonable suspicion that drugs are being carried, the licensee shall ensure that the outer clothing, pockets and bags of those entering the venue are searched by a trained staff member of the same sex. Where a member of staff from the opposite sex is unavailable, the searching member of staff will request any bag and outer coat to be removed from the person and then searched. If there is suspicion that drugs are still being carried but nothing found in searching the person, admission will be refused to that person.
28 A staff member who is conversant with the operation of the CCTV system will be available at the premises at all times when the premises are open to the public. This staff member will be able to show police recent data or footage with the absolute minimum of delay when requested. This data or footage reproduction should be almost instantaneous.
29 The premises are to be equipped with a closed circuit television system, which meets the criteria detailed in Lancashire Constabulary's Guidance Document CCTV/AW1 and which is well maintained and fully functional during the hours the premises are open to members of the public.
30 Any individual employed on the premises to carry out a security activity must be licensed by the Security Industry Authority.
31 Designated door supervisors / security placed at entrance / exit of premises will wear a reflective jacket, tabard, or armband of a design approved by the Lancashire Constabulary.
32 The premises will subscribe to the drinks promotions agreement under nightsafe to help stop Binge-Drinking and other alcohol-related issues.
33 All staff to be trained in what to look for and how to identify customers who have taken drugs and how to identify drug dealers. This training will be carried out by a reputable organisation such as Drugsline.
Staff who suspect any person to be in possession of non- prescription drug/s must inform security/management immediately.
If any person is found to be in possession of drugs the following procedures are to be put into action:
(i) Substances will be confiscated
(ii) Substances will be logged and locked in the drug-safe
(iii) Personal details will be logged in the incident book
(iv) If the amount confiscated is believed to be for personal use the person will be escorted from the premises
(v) If the amount does not warrant personal use the person will be held and the appropriate authorities will be informed immediately.
34 Designated security will monitor customers entering premises, with a random drug-search policy in place; a clear and visible sign will be displayed to inform customers of this policy and that if any person is found to be in possession of non-prescription drugs they will be reported to the police.
35 Clear visible notices, in a form prescribed by the council, shall be displayed advising those attending that 1. It is a condition of entry that customers agree to be searched and 2. Police will be informed if anyone is found in possession of controlled substances or weapons.
36 Security arrangements are sufficient to discourage the sale and consumption of drugs and shall ensure such arrangements include regular checks of toilet areas.
37 Confiscated and found drugs shall be stored, disposed and transferred in accordance with procedures agreed with Lancashire Constabulary.
38 A drugs prevention strategy for the venue shall be developed and applied.This strategy shall include arrangements for the location of posters and the distribution of other information relating to drugs risks, the dangers associated with drugs and the legal provisions relating to drug use.
39 The licence holder is to support and rigorously enforce the Challenge 21 Proof of Age policy. Any person who looks or appears to be under the age of 21 shall be asked to provide identification that they are over the age of 18. The following are the only forms of identification acceptable : UK photo driving licence; passport; Proof of Age Standards Scheme Card.