How Event Security Services Companies Keep Venues Safe

An uncomfortable but inescapable reality of our times is that the threat of violence is real and always present. In the wake of such tragedies as Pulse Nightclub in 2016 and the Route 91 Harvest Music Festival in 2017, the need for secure performance venues has become a public safety priority.

As policymakers grapple with the issues, security services companies in Louisiana and across the nation have risen to the occasion to keep public spaces safe. Here is how hiring a security firm can prevent danger--and save lives.

1) Deterrence: The presence of uniformed security guards and physical barriers send a clear message: violence will not be tolerated. Security checkpoints and guards posted around a venue act as deterrents against unlawful behavior and violence.

2) Disarmament: Security checkpoints around venues are an effective means of neutralizing bad actors before they even gain entry to the building. Security firms work with building managers to draft a screening policy and then enact it.  Guards can confiscate items that can be used as weapons--including blades and firearms. They can even deny entry or expel people who are exhibiting dangerous behavior.

3) Responsiveness: As trained and experienced municipal first responders may be, it still takes time for them to mobilize in case of an emergency. A seasoned security firm often serves as the first line of defense in case trouble occurs. Many security services companies can provide quick response measures and attempt to control or defuse a dangerous situation before it escalates.

Preparedness saves lives. By choosing a seasoned security team, you can ensure trouble stays away from your venue.