Here's how you can prioritize safety and security for live event attendees through decision making.

The most critical part of safety and security planning for your event comes from the competency of your chosen security provider. A capable and competent provider will have a checklist and will work closely with law enforcement because they've done this hundreds of times prior. If the provider looks like Barney Fife or is the cheapest option, smells like marijuana or is not prompt in response, they are the wrong choice. A reputable provider will have the personnel, expertise, equipment and plan to make it look easy. You don't know what you don't know, so depend on the folks that do know to keep your event problem free.

Most of your decision making, large and small, should be completed prior to the event. These decisions range from modes of travel, possible threats, risk assessments, and integration with others such as Law Enforcement or Venue managers to dress code and relief schedules. Then it merely becomes an exercise in resource allocation, time management and effective liaison work.

Listed above are the basics that everyone conducting a Risk Assessment has to keep in mind. However, due to the current environment of society. The assessor had to work backward from the worst case secenerio, Active Shooter, or Civil Unrest. These are the worst case scenarios that cause a back-up plan to a secondary back-up plan. Being prepared for the worst is not what people want to hear. But they need to hear the truth. Holding back funding from a venue has always been the way of Corporate America. To them money seems to be mean more than the safety of those that are affording them the opportunity to make money.

The best security practices take into account the types of people who will be attending the event. Some events are catered toward families and everyday people, while others are catered toward executive leaders or people of influence. Different demographics may require more or less extensive levels of security, so knowing who the audience is can shape the most ideal approach to event management, from marketing to safety.

Again, listed above are the basics. All too often organizations do not believe security to be a career. As a Security Professional, more training of personnel to include basic life support, such as the use of a tourniquet and OSHA regulations is crucial. Once again it falls back to Corporate America looking for the largest return on their investment and not the safety of others.

This is crucial to ingress and egress to not only permit emergency vehicles entry when needed, but to allow the patrons a safe enjoyable venue. Always develop a plan with customer service and customer safety in mind.

Security personnel trained in initial medical response serves to assist in many emergency cases that are experienced by medium to large scale events. Not all emergencies are caused by active shooters and the like, a heart attack can cause panic in a crowd who can't all see the source of the emergency. Having personnel on site that is able to assess and treat until first responders arrive can save the life of an individual victim and keep the larger event running smooth.

Personne n’aime parler du pire : remplir une fiche comprenant le contact en cas d’urgence, leurs allergies médicamenteuses etc les surprend toujours pour autant après remise des consignes de sécurité et du comportement à avoir en cas d’incendie ils repartent avec le sourire. Leur sécurité et qu il soit entouré de leur famille en cas de soucis, même mineur, est pour nous une priorité.

Security and Emergency personnel that fail to keep up with the latest technology for their field are at an extreme disadvantage. There is numerous FREE training available for those that seek it.

Continuously Review and Improve Event safety is an ongoing process of assessing, planning, executing, and refining. After each event, it's important to conduct a thorough debrief to evaluate what worked well and identify areas for improvement. - Analyze incident reports and response times - Gather feedback from staff, attendees, and stakeholders - Review technology and procedure performance - Update plans and protocols based on lessons learned By treating event security plans as continuously evolving, organizers can optimize their decision making to provide the safest possible experience for attendees. Integrating best practices, technology, and stakeholder coordination forms the basis for effective safety and security decision making.

Interoperability in event safety management is vital for effective emergency responses and general security and safety. Key aspects include: 1. Interdepartmental Collaboration: Collaboration among security, logistics, health, and safety teams ensures cohesive emergency responses. 2. Standardized Procedures: Standardizing response procedures and communication protocols facilitates efficient crisis management. 3. Proactive Risk Management: Interoperability allows for thorough risk assessments and well-prepared emergency plans. 4. Technological Integration: Utilizing technology, such as AI and interoperable systems, enhances situational awareness and resource allocation. Overall, interoperability is crucial for ensuring safety at events.