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The following remarks are sample observations made by ESCO personnel while performing Facility Critiques at various venues across the United States. Names of the facility, staff and performers have been purposely omitted from this report.

SCENARIO 7
Unknown backpacks piled at the gate

Backpacks that were restricted from the event were being tossed to the side of the visual security screening. ESCO personnel observed 12-15 backpacks and diaper bags lying approximately 20 feet away from security personnel and law enforcement. ESCO personnel notified the on site security supervisor about the concern of allowing the bags to rest in this area since they were never searched once patrons were informed that they would not be allowed access. The supervisor spoke to the law enforcement officers at the gate that requested the assistance of two other officers in removing the items. ESCO personnel informed Police that this was still not a good procedure to perform and requested to have a dog team come to the location. The backpacks were screened by a canine unit and eventually removed to a lost and found area. Patrons exiting the site were then very upset that their items had been removed and had to report to the police precinct to gain their possessions. It was later discovered that security personnel had suggested to a number of patrons that they should hide their bags inside a nearby park until they exited the site after the show.

Recommendation

Patrons with backpacks or other restricted items must be informed that they are to return the object in question to their vehicles or permanently dispose of them in a trash receptacle.
Dog teams should be deployed to review trashcans at the event to make certain that dangerous items are not being left outside of the gates. It is also suggested that plastic or cardboard trashcans only be used on site rather than metal. Metal containers provide additional shrapnel for improvised explosive devices. When available, trash liners should be clear to allow for easy visual access.
Signage identifying restricted items should be posted in the parking lot areas and walkways leading to the venue. Parking personnel should be trained to inform patrons of restricted items as they are performing their duties.
Any type of advertisement (ticket stock, radio, print, poster, kiosk, etc.) should have the list of restricted items included.
Security personnel must be aware of their surroundings while performing their duties. Supervisors should constantly scan the work area for dangerous items or activities.

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