The Miami Beach Convention Center (MBCC) conducted an advanced venue safety and security training on August 10, 2023. It included over 325 registered attendees from first responders to venue security professionals from key stakeholders, partners, event and performing arts centers, convention centers, stadiums, arenas, hotels, nightclubs, government emergency departments, including local and federal agencies and also supported by the Department of Homeland Security Protective Security Advisor and the DHS Commercial Facilities stakeholders division.
Organized in partnership with the International Association of Venue Managers (IAVM) and in support of local, national and global efforts to continuously and consistently enhance public safety and security in an ever-changing landscape, the training was led by Mark Herrera, the director of safety and security IAVM and OVG360 (Oak View Group), reflecting a collaboration to implement best practices, protocols, and procedures that create a conducive environment for MBCC's employees, guests, and contract partners.
The training included:
- De-escalation training for frontline teams
- Active threat/active shooter preparedness & response
- Situational awareness & risk mitigation through guest service interjection
- Building a resilient & all-inclusive security culture: best practices for developing leadership and frontline staff in or to build a resilient security culture.
Miami Beach Convention Center hosted a community wide all-inclusive security training not only to bolster their own security but to also contribute to the resilience and preparedness of the entire community. By coming together, the partners have created a safer environment for all throughout various locations and venues in South Florida.
As part of its ongoing effort to ensure a secure environment, MBCC continues to work closely with local, state and federal law enforcement agencies. The event follows a series of similar successful trainings across the country.
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