Security at high school football games

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Like us on Facebook to see similar stories. I'm already a fan, don't show this again. Send MSN Feedback. How can we improve? Have staff ticket-selling and ticket-taking procedures with adequate police, security, and ticket-taking staff at admission gates.

Stop ticket sales after a designated time, such as at by the beginning of the third quarter. Maintain separate locker rooms for home and visitor teams. Have team buses pick-up and drop-off at opposite sides of the playing facility to avoid interaction before and after the game. Separate spectator seating into clearly designated areas, i. If at all possible, have separate concession stands operating in each of these areas.

Administrators and safety officials from the schools playing a given event should communicate with each other well in advance of the event to discuss procedures, safety concerns, security practices, emergency guidelines, investigation into rumors and any recent incidents which could result in conflicts, and associated logistics. Secure perimeter doors of schools and gate off sections of the building not used for the actual athletic event in a manner which is in accordance with fire safety regulations.

Create a detailed plan for parking procedures, traffic flow, parking lot staffing during entire game, and related issues. Consider not allowing any cars into the parking lots after a designated time, such as after the beginning of the third quarter of the game.

Advise students in advance to coordinate pick-ups by parents outside of the parking lots on the perimeter of the grounds Conduct advance assessments of physical security needs and strategies. Consider use of surveillance cameras in admission areas, game field areas, common areas concession stands, walkways and areas around restrooms, etc. Evaluate lighting in stadiums, athletic facilities, parking lots, and perimeter around the school and event grounds.

Consider having dedicated staff for videotaping the game and, if necessary, areas of spectator misconduct that may occur. Establish code of sportsmanlike conduct and educate players, coaches, cheerleaders, the band, students, parents, and others on the code in advance of the game. Have P. Train P. Have clear procedures, roles, and responsibilities for clearing and locking down facilities upon completion of the game.

Additionally, law enforcement has yet to announce any arrests following the shooting or information looking for a suspect. The district has yet to say if both men were former students. We want to assure you that across the district, we make every effort to keep our students and staff safe.

We have security plans in place that are specific to each school, we review safety procedures with students and staff, and we work in collaboration with local law enforcement to maintain a safe learning environment. The district is also urging parents to remind their children to be vigilant and if they see something unusual or suspicious, then to contact law enforcement.

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