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c. Planning considerations <br /> See Section VIII of the It can be very confusing to try and sort out who is and who is not responsible <br /> LMC information memo, <br /> Park and Recreation Loss for an event after an injury has occurred or damage has been done. The time <br /> Control Guide,for more to address these questions is in advance. Here are some things to keep in mind <br /> specific loss control <br /> recommendations for when the event is in the planning stage. <br /> special events. <br /> (1) Think about who is running the show <br /> If the event is truly a city-sponsored event, it should be run like a city event <br /> with the council ultimately in charge. On the other hand, if a private group is <br /> going to organize and run the event, make sure they understand how and <br /> where the city's liability coverage does and doesn't apply. If they use city <br /> facilities, encourage them to obtain liability insurance of their own and to <br /> name the city as an additional insured as a condition of using the city <br /> facilities. <br /> (2) Think about hazardous activities <br /> Liquor and beer sales,motor vehicle events, rodeos,rides, and fireworks are <br /> the major examples of hazardous activities. If any proposed activity seems to <br /> involve any particular kind of hazard, it's always best to speak with LMCIT <br /> or the city's insurance agent about liability coverage in advance. Regardless <br /> of who is sponsoring the event, ask these key questions: <br /> • Is there adequate liability coverage for the event? <br /> • Does that liability coverage protect everyone who might get sued as a <br /> result of the event? <br /> (3) Contact LMCIT <br /> Cheryl Brennan,Loss <br /> Control Field Services LMCIT will help the city and its insurance agent try to identify any potential <br /> Manager coverage problems. The LMCIT loss control staff can help review plans for <br /> cbrennan@lmc.org <br /> 651.215-4079. the event and offer suggestions for ways to avoid or minimize risks. LMCIT's <br /> attorneys can review draft contracts or permits and offer suggestions on <br /> LMCIT Contract Review <br /> Service. wording indemnification and hold-harmless agreements. <br /> Chris Smith,LMCIT Risk <br /> Management Attomey: <br /> csmith@lmc.org or <br /> 651.281.1269. <br /> 107 <br />