Public buildings and mass gatherings

Event Calendar

Below is the most current Event Calendar for the period between April 2024 and August 2024.

Please note: Events included on the events calendar have not necessarily been approved in line with current regulatory requirements. The calendar is an advisory tool only. Contact the relevant local government for more information about specific events.

Event calendar (Excel 56KB)

History shows that serious incidents and deaths have occurred for a variety of reasons at all types of buildings and even in open spaces where people assemble. Many incidents could have been prevented if basic precautions had been taken.

Building legislation provides minimum construction standards but may not consider and address specific issues that are relevant to how buildings are used. Building use is critical as not all hazards are addressed by building legislation. For example a large sporting facility designed as a sporting facility may not be suitable as a concert venue with a much larger number of people in attendance. For public safety in Western Australia the principal legislation is:

• the Health Act Part VI (external site)
• the Health (Public Buildings) Regulations 1992 (external site)

Guidelines

Guidance to help manage and eliminate risks associated with public buildings and mass gatherings is contained in the following guidelines

The Guidelines on the application of the Health (Public Buildings) Regulations 1992 are currently being amended and will be replaced as soon as possible. In the meantime, please refer to the Health (Public Buildings) Regulations 1992 (external site) or contact the Department of Health for further advice.

• Guidelines for Concerts, Events and Organised Gatherings
• Public buildings auditorium seating requirements and fire indices
• Public buildings emergency evacuations - Regulation 26
• Guidelines for safer moshing environments
• Requirements for temporary structures
• Show and festival concessions
• Testing of extension cords and RCDs (safety switches)
• Petting Zoo Guideline and Poster

Overview of events management in WA

More information

• For information about organising an event, or information related to a public building, contact the relevant local government Environmental Health Services where the event or building is located. Refer to the online local government directory (external site) for contact details. Ask to speak to an Environmental Health Officer.
• For events or public buildings located in Kings Park, Rottnest Island, or locations not within a local government district, contact the Environmental Health Directorate by emailing Public.Events@health.wa.gov.au or call 9222 2000