Every year millions of people flock to various customised, from business conferences and sports competitions to music festivals. These events are an essential part of the entertainment industry. Regardless of the type of event, safety is the absolute priority. Visitors and staff must feel safe to make the event a success.
Event security plays an important role in this. But what exactly goes into planning security for a major event?
What exactly does event security entail?
If you visit an event, you will see the security guard at the access control, patrolling the grounds, or providing assistance where necessary. Event security guards are there for 'crowd control' and monitor fixed positions. That is the visible work of an event security guard and the image most people have of it event security.
But did you know that a lot of work has already been done before the event even starts? Let's take a look at what's leading up to the day of the event.
Legal obligations: the first step
Important legal steps must be taken before the security work starts. Every security organization, including Dutch Crowd Security, must comply with specific legal requirements, such as compliance with the WPBR. Only when these rules are complied with can security actually get to work at an event.
Training and courses: ready for the job
To be allowed to work as a security guard is a specific one education required, namely the secondary vocational education to become a security guard level 2. This basic training ensures that every security guard has the necessary knowledge and skills to properly perform his duties.
In addition to this training, various additional training and courses the possibility for security guards to further expand their expertise and keep their knowledge up-to-date. This includes courses such as First Aid and Company Emergency Response (BHV), training in conflict and aggression management, and courses on the use of small fire extinguishers. These additional training courses ensure that security guards can respond adequately in a wide range of situations.
Preparation and planning: the key to success
Security organizations, such as Dutch Crowd Security, provide a thorough preparation for any event. They use different tools for this:
- Security Plan: this sets out the action plan for the security of a specific event or event location.
- Safety plan: this plan lays down the security measures for the event, advised by the security organisation.
- Risk analysis: this process helps to map out the risks of an event in a structured way. Because every event is different, this is not about a simple checklist, but about customization.
Checking tools: to be on the safe side
Event security guards use several toolssuch as walkie-talkies, metal detectors, cameras and personal protective equipment. These should be checked before the event to ensure everything is working properly.
The important role of event security
Clearly, event security encompasses more than what we often see on the surface. It is a combination of thorough preparation, thoughtful planning, legal compliance and ongoing training.
Dutch Crowd Security is a forerunner in this industry, where safety and professionalism are central. Are you looking for reliable security for your event? Then take contact with us. Are you interested in a career in the security industry? Then take a look at the vacancies from Dutch Crowd Security.