Juneteenth Augusta Festival

Health & Safety Guidelines The safety and well-being of all attendees, vendors, staff, performers, and volunteers is a top priority of the Juneteenth Augusta Festival. All participants are expected to follow the health and safety guidelines outlined below to ensure a safe, welcoming, and enjoyable festival experience. ________________________________________ General Safety • Follow all posted signage and comply with directions from festival staff, volunteers, security personnel, and emergency responders. • Emergency access routes, fire lanes, and walkways must remain clear at all times. • Any unsafe condition, hazard, or suspicious activity should be reported immediately to festival staff or security. ________________________________________ Medical & Emergency Services • On-site medical personnel and first aid services will be available throughout the event. • In the event of a medical emergency, notify the nearest festival staff member or security officer immediately. • Emergency evacuation procedures will be announced if necessary and must be followed promptly. ________________________________________ Food Safety & Sanitation • All food vendors must comply with local health department regulations and festival food safety requirements. • Vendors are responsible for maintaining clean food preparation, service, and disposal areas at all times. • Handwashing stations and sanitizing materials must be used as required. ________________________________________ Fire Safety • Cooking, grilling, or frying is permitted only in approved vendor areas. • Required fire extinguishers, barricades, and safety equipment must remain accessible at all times. • Open flames, propane tanks, and generators must be handled safely and inspected prior to operation. • Any fire hazard or unsafe setup may result in immediate shutdown and removal. ________________________________________ Heat & Weather Safety • Attendees and vendors are encouraged to stay hydrated, take breaks, and seek shade as needed. • Cooling or shade areas may be provided throughout the festival grounds. • In the event of severe weather, announcements will be made regarding shelter, delays, or evacuation procedures. ________________________________________ Crowd Safety & Conduct • Running, aggressive behavior, or disorderly conduct is not permitted. • All attendees are expected to conduct themselves in a respectful and family-friendly manner. • Any behavior deemed unsafe, disruptive, or threatening may result in removal from the festival grounds. ________________________________________ Children & Family Safety • Children must be supervised by a parent or guardian at all times. • The Kid Zone is designed for family-friendly activities; rules posted within the area must be followed. • Lost children should be reported immediately to festival staff or security. ________________________________________ Accessibility & ADA Compliance • Accessible routes, seating, and facilities are provided throughout the festival grounds. • Do not block ADA-accessible paths, entrances, or accommodations. • Guests requiring assistance should notify festival staff for support. ________________________________________ Prohibited Items & Activities For the safety of all attendees, the following are prohibited unless explicitly authorized: • Weapons of any kind • Illegal substances • Unauthorized alcohol • Fireworks or explosives • Drones or aerial devices • Unapproved sales, solicitation, or demonstrations ________________________________________ Compliance & Enforcement • Failure to comply with health and safety guidelines may result in warnings, restricted access, or removal from the festival grounds. • Festival staff and security reserve the right to take appropriate action to protect public safety. • By attending or participating in the festival, all individuals agree to comply with these guidelines.