Making Safety and Security Part of the Facility Design Discussion

[Photo by Slyworks Photography]
[Photo by Slyworks Photography]

"This facility was built without much thought given to security" is a common critique offered by security and public safety officials who are responsible for protecting sports venues and other high-occupancy facilities. This refrain often begins when issues such as interrupted sightlines, poor lighting, inadequate standoff distance and crowd circulation challenges reveal themselves once a new or renovated venue begins operations.

Jay King, PSP, CPP, has more than 20 years of experience in security program management, including security system evaluation and design for public spaces and private facilities. He currently supports CHA Consulting’s Sports Market.Jay King, PSP, CPP, has more than 20 years of experience in security program management, including security system evaluation and design for public spaces and private facilities. He currently supports CHA Consulting’s Sports Market.

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