When organizing a public event in Victoria — whether it’s a cultural festival, music concert, religious gathering, sporting competition, or corporate function — one thing must remain at the top of your checklist: public safety.
Many event organizers focus on entertainment, food vendors, and marketing — but overlook one of the most crucial elements: emergency planning and first aid support.
Why Event Safety is Non-Negotiable
Events often involve large crowds, active physical movement, stage setups, temporary infrastructure, and — in many cases — alcohol service. All these increase the risk of medical emergencies, security incidents, and public liability exposure.
Victoria’s state laws and WorkSafe guidelines require event organizers to assess these risks and provide appropriate first aid and crowd control measures.
This is where AS Security can help you take full control of your event’s safety.
Understanding First Aid Requirements for Events in Victoria
According to WorkSafe Victoria and local council event planning guides, event organizers are responsible for ensuring that sufficient First Aid Officers and first aid equipment are available on-site based on:
- The number of attendees
- Event duration
- Risk level (e.g., high-impact activities, alcohol service)
- Weather and environmental conditions
- Proximity to emergency services
General Guideline for First Aid Personnel:
| Number of Attendees | Minimum First Aid Officers Required |
|---|---|
| 500 or less | 1 First Aid Officer |
| 500 – 1,000 | 2 First Aid Officers |
| 1,000 – 2,000 | 3–4 First Aid Officers |
| Over 2,000 | More officers, mobile medics, or ambulance presence may be required |
AS Security can help coordinate with certified first aid service providers or ensure integration of your medical response plan with your overall event security operations.
Victorian Laws That Mandate Safety Compliance
Planning a public event without security and first aid measures could put you in breach of:
- The Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004
- The Public Events Framework (Emergency Management Victoria)
- The Private Security Act 2004
- Local Council Permit Conditions
If a medical emergency occurs and you fail to demonstrate that reasonable precautions were in place, you could be legally liable.
This is why hiring qualified security officers and consulting with professionals like AS Security is not just good practice — it’s essential.
Why Choose AS Security for Your Next Event?
At AS Security, we specialize in event safety from start to finish. We don’t just provide guards — we offer complete peace of mind.
✅ ISO Certified (9001, 14001, 45001)
✅ WorkSafe & Labour Hire License Compliant
✅ Crowd Management Experts
✅ Female Security Guards Available
✅ Event Traffic Control Support
✅ Coordination with First Aid Providers
✅ Risk Assessments & Incident Reporting
Whether you’re hosting a multicultural mela, wedding, live music night, or corporate exhibition, we’ll ensure your guests, staff, and vendors are protected — while also helping you meet all local legal obligations.
Event Organizers: Don’t Leave Safety to Chance
Every event is unique. But one rule always applies: It only takes one emergency to turn your event into a disaster.
✅ Know when to engage first aid officers
✅ Hire professional security for risk control
✅ Comply with Victorian laws to avoid penalties
Let’s Plan a Safer Event — Together
If you’re planning an event anywhere in Melbourne, Victoria, contact us today to discuss a customized event security and first aid support solution.
📞 Call: 03 9088 0758
📧 Email: info@assecurity.com.au
🌐 www.assecurity.com.au
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