1. WHEN THINGS FALL DOWN… Stage Collapse at Bearded Theory Music Festival 2009

2. Bearded Theory Near Ashbourne, Derbyshire 15 - 17 May 2009 1,500 capacity 5 stages Various marquees, tents, activities

3. Pre-Event Planning Draft Licence Application - Dec 2008 Advice to Organiser - Jan 2009 Emergency Planning Meeting - Jan 2009 Full Licence Application - Feb 2009 ESMP – Feb 2009 Site Visits – Feb 2009 Full Site Inspection - 15 May 2009

4. The Incident 16 May 2009 Collapse of Saddlespan S2000 Stage 3 People Suffered Minor Injuries Other Damage on Site Emergency Services Attended HSE Called into Action LA investigation

11. Investigation Organiser employed expert contractors Stage erected according to instructions Wind speed monitoring undertaken Sudden and severe weather event Supports pulled from ground by wind Stage structure collapsed due to subsequent lack of support

12. Outcomes Independent structural surveyor Greater awareness of wind loads Weather planning – forecasts and local stations Wind speed monitoring Full co-operation of organiser Input to TDS review

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