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A COLLABORATIVE APPROACH TO SECURITY By Sam Dores, CVP


ARENAS: Given the changing security landscape in our industry the past few


years, no longer is the safety and security of our guests the sole respon- sibility of one individual or department. Safety needs to be an organi- zational philosophy at the top of everyone’s mind, and now, more than  within a venue, as well as local, state and federal organizations.  


  manager for their realm requiring constant awareness, working knowl- edge of safety and security processes and procedures, and ensuring  -  approach according to Deck.  and ensure everyone has that knowl-      director reviews and discusses a dif- ferent emergency procedure at every     including day-to-day venue security, - sponses, and guest communication.  emergency policies to daily life as opposed to them living deep within       in the security protocols and truly understand their role if a situation arises. With that knowledge, they can further enhance the annual safety and security training their     well-prepared, coordinated security managers, which guests can rely -   


-   be responding to a potential incident. Additionally, Boise State Univer- sity has developed a strong intelligence-sharing network with all state,       - ularly participating in the Boise Area Law Enforcement Information Sharing Group meetings. Without building these relationships and the collaboration and investment from university, local, state, and federal  Lastly, there are numerous nationwide programs that can strength-


“Each department manager and supervisor is a security manager for their realm 


knowledge of safety and security processes and procedures, and ensuring this


knowledge and commitment translates to 


 In April, Boise State hosted a three- day course on Sports and Special  training is funded by the Depart-          focused on the response to large- scale incidents and brought togeth-        campus, the Department of Public - cluding the Police and Fire Depart- -


organizations is another key to a successful security plan. Building those relationships lets the venue relay necessary information that keeps the building and guests safe, but also allows those local organi- zations to have a better understanding of the venue’s intricacies. After       - cise and, earlier this year, while the Boise Fire Department conducted -    the layout of the building and the university. Along with allowing the venue to be used for these trainings, infor-


    -   Both of these free programs are very valuable tools in assessing what any organization needs to do to improve their operations and continue to maintain a safe and secure venue. While your venue’s safety and security approach absolutely starts


  one local law enforcement cover the larger scope of security awareness     of our buildings, employees, and guests are paramount and must be formed through strong relationships, information sharing, and a col- laboration between all venue departments as well as local, state and federal organizations. FM


Sam Dores, CVP, is the Director of Client Services for Taco Bell Arena at Boise State University and member of the IAVM Arena Committee.


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