Friday, September 16, 2016

Top Stadium Considerations

Football season is here, and if you’re like the majority of the population, you are likely celebrating. Whether we’re talking about professional football or high school games, crowd control is paramount when it comes to directing people around the stadium.

While many professional stadiums likely have their crowd control strategy down, what about college and high school stadiums? Having a crowd strategy is still extremely important, even when the games are not professional. Football draws large crowds, and these crowds are extremely passionate. We’re going to help you with some tips for before, during, and after the next big game.

  •         Have staff or volunteers onsite to direct parking.
  •         Have clear entrances and exits so you can easily direct foot traffic.
  •         Hire security to keep order during and after the game.
  •         If the game requires tickets to be purchased, have clear signage available.
  •         Check bags before patrons come in to ensure no weapons or illegal materials are making it inside the stadium.
  •         If games have assigned seats, have ushers to direct patrons to where they are to sit.
  •         Alcohol comes with a high liability risk, so consider not selling it at games.
  •         Train all staff before the start of the season, even if they have worked games before. Proper training is extremely important.
  •         Keep a close eye on weather reports. Inclement weather can lead to serious injury or death, and it is unlikely your patrons will be paying attention to the weather. They’re there to watch the game.
  •         Monitor the parking lot throughout the game. Glass and other items may have been left behind from tailgating. Clean this up to avoid injuries.
  •         Make rules in the parking lot and in the stadium very clear. These should be posted so they are easy to spot.

These small tips can save you big headaches on game day.