Annex 2 - Conditions consistent with the Operating Schedule
1 The premises are operated in accordance with the principles outlined by the ‘Nightsafe’ Scheme, as are relevant to those premises, and indicated in the associated leaflet.
2 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.
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: -
i. UK photo driving licence
ii. Passport
iii. Proof of Age Standards Scheme Card
3 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.
4 Only toughened glass, polycarbonate or other suitable non glass vessels are used to dispense beer to customers.
5 At least one personal licence holder will be available 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.
6 Another member of staff shall be nominated to act for the Designated Premises Supervisor, in their absence, whose identity is known by all other staff when such absence occurs.
7 Risk assessments carried out by or on behalf of the Licence holder which relate to a licensing objective will be available for inspection by an officer or a Responsible Authority.
8 The volume of amplified sound used in connection with entertainment shall at all times be under the control of the licensee or management and the controlling mechanism shall be operated from a part of the premises inaccessible to the public.
9 A clear, legible and conspicuous notice requesting patrons to avoid causing noise, nuisance or disturbance to local residents shall be displayed at every exit.
10 There will be substantial refreshment available up to 1 hour before the premises are closed for trade.
11 The supply of intoxicating liquor will only be to people seated or waiting at the bar to be seated for substantial refreshment, unless attending a pre-booked event/function where substantial refreshment or buffet is provided.
12 There will be drinks other than intoxicating liquor (including drinking water) available at all times the premises are open.
13 Appropriate measures will be taken to ensure staff prevent the removal of bottles and glass from the cartilage and grounds of the licensed premises.
14 There will be no drinks promotions that are likely to increase the speed and/or volume of alcohol consumption.
15 Clear notices will be displayed informing customers that sales will not be made to persons under 18 years of age.
16 Refuse e.g. bottles, will be removed from the premises at a time unlikely to cause nuisance to neighbouring residents.
17 Bright lights will not emanate from the premises and disco and strobe lights will not be used.
18 Noise from any regulated entertainment will be inaudible at the nearest 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.
19 There shall be no audible noise or perceptible vibration through the fabric of the building or structure to any habitable part of any adjoining property. (Habitable part means any part of the building or outdoor space, in substantial use at the time of the entertainment and does not include bathrooms, toilets, corridors or access lobbies).
20 All external windows and doors in the function room will be kept closed during regulated entertainment except in the event of an emergency.
21 All live music shall be un-amplified.
22 Children, under the age of 16, will not be permitted in the bar area unaccompanied.
23 The maximum number of persons allowed onto the premises shall not exceed 50.
24 A nominated person will be present at all times when the premises is in use, who will be responsible for calling and liasing with the Fire Service in case of an emergency.
25 A nominated person will be responsible for implementing a Fire Risk assessment and will liase with the Fire Safety authority to ensure it is adequate.
26 Fire exits will have appropriate signage and exit routes will be clear and in good repair.
27 There will be maintained at all times adequate and appropriate supply of first aid equipment.