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Safety & Policies

Safety, Inclusion, Accessibility & Safeguarding Policy

Salvation Saunas

Policy Statement

Salvation Saunas operates mobile sauna sessions in London public spaces and at private venues under a comprehensive safety, accessibility, inclusion, and environmental management framework.

All operations are risk assessed and conducted in accordance with relevant local authority requirements for temporary outdoor activities and event-based structures.

For public sessions and ticketed events, a trained member of staff is present on site at all times. Staff supervise safe operation, monitor participant wellbeing, manage capacity, and respond to any safety issues.

For private venue hire, a structured safety induction and operational handover are completed prior to use. Clear written operating guidance, safety controls, and emergency procedures are provided. Where agreed as part of the booking, trained staff supervision can also be supplied for the duration of the hire.

We are committed to providing a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment for all participants, staff, contractors, and members of the public, regardless of disability, ethnicity, race, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, age, or other protected characteristics, in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.

Duty of Care & Responsibility

Salvation Saunas accepts full operational responsibility for:

  • Participant safety

  • Staff conduct

  • Equipment integrity and safe operation

  • Site positioning, setup, and demobilisation

For private hires without on-site staffing, responsibilities are clearly defined within hire terms and conditions. Clients must comply with all provided safety instructions and operating controls.

All reasonable and proportionate steps are taken to identify, assess, and mitigate risks associated with operating a heated mobile structure in public parks, event spaces, and private venues.

Equality, Inclusion & Respect

All participants and staff are treated with dignity and respect. Discrimination, harassment, exclusionary behaviour, or intimidation of any kind is not tolerated.

Staff are authorised to intervene where behaviour compromises:

  • Safety

  • Wellbeing

  • Inclusion

  • Public comfort

This applies to participants, staff, contractors, venue partners, and visitors.

Health & Safety

All sessions operate under a documented Health & Safety framework covering:

  • Heat exposure and safe sauna use

  • Slips, trips, and falls

  • Safe entry and exit procedures

  • Hydration and rest intervals

  • Contraindications to sauna use

  • Clear participant safety briefings prior to entry

First aid equipment is available on site at all times during staffed sessions.

Participants are advised not to use the sauna if pregnant, under the influence of alcohol or drugs, or experiencing relevant medical conditions without prior medical advice.

Fire & Heat Safety

  • Heating systems are operated and monitored by trained personnel during staffed sessions

  • Combustion systems and flue assemblies are inspected before each operating period

  • Fire risks are controlled through structured pre-session safety checks

  • Appropriate fire extinguishing equipment is present and accessible

  • Carbon monoxide monitoring equipment is installed and active during operation

  • Clear procedures exist for responding to overheating, burns, smoke, or fire-related incidents

Fuel storage and ash management are controlled in accordance with fire safety guidance.

Capacity & Supervision

  • Maximum capacity: 8 participants (configuration dependent)

  • Entry and exit managed during public sessions

  • Supervision maintained throughout staffed sessions

  • Private hire capacity limits contractually agreed

The sauna must not be used beyond the stated maximum capacity under any circumstances.

Accessibility & Disability Inclusion

We are committed to inclusive participation and make reasonable adjustments where operationally possible.

This includes:

  • Clear explanations of facilities, risks, and structural limitations

  • Respectful assistance where requested

  • Flexibility around participation duration and breaks

  • Consideration of access needs in line with the Equality Act 2010

Where full physical access is limited due to trailer height, steps, or structural configuration, this is communicated clearly in advance and discussed openly.

Safeguarding

Our safeguarding approach prioritises:

  • Public visibility

  • Group-based sessions

  • Clear professional boundaries

  • No unsupervised one-to-one situations during public sessions

Safeguarding applies to all participants, including individuals who may be vulnerable due to disability, age, language barriers, or other personal circumstances.

Any safeguarding concerns are recorded and managed appropriately.

Environmental Protection

  • Temporary, non-invasive installation

  • No ground penetration or permanent fixtures

  • Strict leave-no-trace operating principle

  • All waste removed daily

  • Active protection of park land, wildlife, and green spaces

Wood fuel use is controlled and managed responsibly.

Noise & Community Impact

  • No amplified music

  • Equipment selected to minimise operational noise

  • Session timings managed to avoid disturbance

  • Respectful integration within shared public environments

Alcohol & Intoxication Policy

Alcohol and drugs are not permitted on site.

For safety reasons, any individual showing signs of intoxication may be refused entry or asked to leave. This policy protects participants, staff, venue partners, and the wider public.

Emergency & Incident Response

  • Clear procedures for medical incidents and evacuations

  • Emergency access routes maintained at all times

  • Incidents documented and reviewed

  • Continuous operational improvement based on experience and guidance

Where required, emergency services are contacted without delay.

Staff Training

Staff are trained in:

  • Safe sauna operation

  • Emergency response procedures

  • Fire and carbon monoxide awareness

  • Participant wellbeing monitoring

  • Safeguarding and inclusive practice

  • Professional public engagement

Supervision is maintained throughout all staffed sessions.

Insurance & Liability

Appropriate public liability insurance is held for all operations.

Risk assessments, method statements, and insurance documentation are available on request to councils, landowners, event organisers, and venue partners.

Working in Public Parks

  • Operations coordinated respectfully with park management

  • Roles and responsibilities clearly defined

  • Existing park activities not disrupted

  • Any issues addressed cooperatively through appropriate channels

Governance & Review

Policies are reviewed periodically and updated in response to:

  • Operational experience

  • Recorded incidents

  • Participant feedback

  • Local authority or regulatory guidance

This ensures safe, responsible, and accountable operation at all times.

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