Safety and Security

Security
Security service
For private sector
events
Police service
For governmental /
public sector events
Security
Evaluate the level of threat
Fans, alcohol, celebrities, protest holders,
terrorism
Calculate the number of trained security
staff needed
Size of area, nr of gates, nr of participants
Necessary equipment and vehicles
nsurance
Training
Safety signs
First Aid
ncident Reporting
Staff training
Short and specific reporting chain
Fewer levels than organization chart
Clear communication
Who makes key desicions?
How do you contact in case of emergency?
Crowd Management and
Evacuation
Major Risks
Fire, smoke
Bomb threat, terrorism, threats to VPs
Flood, eartquake, other natural disasters
Heat
Crowd crush, overcrowding
Riots, protests
Vehicle accidents
Collapsing structures (fences)
Crowd Management Plan
Key things to consider:
The nr of people at the venue
Event audience, staff, contractors
Likely behaviour of participants
Past crowd behaviour problems
Timing of the event: sessions, peak times
The layout of the venue
Legal requirements
alcohol, fireworks etc.
Crowd Management
1. Analyzed the risks
2. Make plans to:
Avoid risks (preventative measures)
Deal with risks if they occur (contingency
measures)
Emergency Planning
Guidelines for emergencies:
Communication Rules
Evacuation Procedures
Crisis Management Team Crisis
Management Plan mplement
Emergency Procedures
mplement Emergency Procedures
ntegrate emergency procedures with
event plans
Ensure awareness about procedures
Use signs and information materials
Staff training
Conduct evacuation practice
Review procedures time after time
Evacuation Plan
dentify the Security ssues
1. Street festival
2. Private party for a celebrity
3. Marathon race
4. Product launch
5. Dance party with alcohol