Research indicates that on average, Americans spend about two years of their lives waiting in line. Can you imagine waiting in a crowded line for two years straight?! It’s no wonder why so many people get frustrated — approximately 88% of individuals have admitted to leaving a line in exasperation after waiting too long.

Let’s face it: nobody likes standing in long lines or being stuck in crowded areas for a long time. It hurts customers and it hurts businesses as consumer satisfaction will inevitably decrease. In tense, densely packed environments like that, crowd safety is something that needs to be addressed.

Crowd control techniques are used everywhere from major sporting events –which can attract up to an estimated 700,000 individuals — concerts and even Disney crowd control. Read on to learn more about how you can learn more about crowd safety and how to protect your business and employees from unruly individuals as well.

Crowd Control Basics for any Business Owner:

• Crowd control management techniques can be used for any kind of event, big or small. Some sort of barrier system is needed especially when the event in question is extremely popular — making tickets to admission in high demand. In addition, noisier events and events that allow alcohol consumption should have some sort of security or crowd control barriers in place to ensure that everyone remains safe.
• If you can’t afford to hire some sort of security guards, go with the tried and true barrier system. Barriers can range from everything from small ropes to heavy duty fences — it all depends on the nature of the crowd and how much protection you think is needed. You don’t want people going into restricted areas and hurting themselves or others, and you certainty don’t want people sneaking into events without tickets.
• At larger events like concerts or professional sports, having extra security is an absolute must. You never know when one crowd surfer or crazed fan might pose as a danger to themselves or someone else. Security guards should be experienced in handling situations like these and deescalate any threats as quickly and efficiently as possible.
• For addition crowd control and safety procedures, be sure to have any and all safety barriers or fences inspected regularly to ensure that they are functional. The last thing you want is a barrier to break or a fence to fall down, posing as a danger to anyone in the area.

What do you think are the most effective techniques for crowd control and crowd safety? Tell us your thoughts in the comments below!