Quoted from mikepin:The problem is things get moved all the time and doors get blocked that cant be blocked vendors bring in take out stuff and games IF the inspector comes in and catches things blocking exits we get fined IT HAS happened SO yes I get a little testy after the second or third time I ASK someone to move things You would too
Have these requirements spelled out completely in a contract that you have the vendor sign. Be sure to give them a photocopy with their signature.
If they violate the contract and you get fined, you fine them, as stated in the contract. Give them a copy of the ticket and picture(s) showing the violation.
If they don't pay, they don't come to future shows until they settle their fine.
If you end up paying the fine that's just a cost of doing business, same as suing them for the fine.
No yelling, no reason for anybody to get mad....everything's spelled out ahead of time, cut and dried.
They pay the fine one time and most likely they will never have another violation.