Marshalling – Procession Marshalling Duties
- To be fully familiar with the ‘Heyshott Bonfire Event Map’ which define the key areas of interest.
- Provide a physical identifiable presence for both torch bearers and the general public.
- Ensure that there are 20 Marshalls with the crowd making sure that the public do not to light their own torches.
- Ensure that there are three Marshalls between the band and the procession in order that they cannot overtake the band.
- Do all within their power to ensure that the torch procession flows as easy as possible, whilst considering the safety of the participants and spectators.
- Lighting marshals only to light torches as the crowd get past a certain point. i.e. outside Hazel Parry’s (this is where the band first commence their march).
- Report any incident or issue which might cause concern to the senior procession marshal.
- Act decisively should they witness anything considered dangerous or irresponsible. E.g. warn of the dangers and ultimately remove a torch from any member of the public you deem is acting irresponsibly.
- Marshalls must ensure that the general public who don’t have torches are kept 3-4 metres back from the safety cordon.
- Marshalls must ensure that the procession doesn’t simply congregate in one area around the bonfire and they encircle the whole perimeter thus ensuring everyone can launch their torches in a safe manner.