The weather is warming up, the days are getting longer, the silly season is looming and that can mean only one thing – event season is right around the corner! Whether you’ve got a big Christmas event coming up, or you’re planning a summer event in the new year, it is time to start thinking about security.
You’ll probably want to hire a few security guards to work your event and keep your people and assets secure. But if you’ve never hired security guards before, you might have some concerns about what to look for to find the perfect security guards for your event, and more importantly, what to avoid so that your event is memorable for all of the right reasons!
Common Mistakes When Hiring An Event Security Guard In NZ
Frontline Security has been providing event security details all over the North Island since way back in 2015. Over the years, we’ve helped countless events run safely and securely, so we know exactly what you’ll need on the day, and we know exactly what you should look for in an event security guard.
Now, you may have security on-staff and you may be looking for supplementary guards for your event, or you may already have guards who contract to you regularly when you need an extra pair of hands. If that sounds like you, and your events have run well in the past, then it sounds like you’re already an expert when it comes to event security!
But since you’re reading our blog, it’s more likely that you are new to hiring event security guards, or you’ve run into some issues before and you’d like to guarantee that things will run better this time around. If that’s the case, your best bet will be to hire a specialised security team to take care of all the little details for you so that you can avoid any of these rookie mistakes:
Failing to plan
You know what they say, failing to plan is planning to fail and this certainly rings true when it comes to hiring event security guards.
It’s essential that you plan ahead, leave plenty of time to grab quotes from a few different security companies near you and find the security company that best suits your event, and your budget.
Once you have engaged your chosen security company, make sure you’ve got a solid emergency response plan in place! Failing to establish an emergency response plan can lead to chaos during critical, time-sensitive situations so, work with your security team ahead of time to create a clear plan for handling emergencies during your event.
Making assumptions
You’ll want to be sure that the security guards working at your event are equipped to deal with every eventuality. Don’t assume a security company has experience working events like yours before.
If you’ll be serving alcohol, make certain that you’ve hired event security guards who will be ready to manage intoxicated people. If you’re expecting a large crowd, check that your guards will be ready to act as crowd control.
Check in with your chosen security company, and ask if they are fully staffed for your event. If they have team members off sick or working elsewhere, what is their plan to keep your event safe and secure?
To ensure the best possible experience for you and your event attendees, don’t make assumptions, just ask if there is anything you are unsure about. Any reputable security company will be happy to discuss the specifics with you – communication is key so that your event runs smoothly.
Hiring the cheapest event security guards
It’s tempting to get a few quotes from security companies in your area and choose the cheapest option. But the cheapest option may not be the best value for money.
Compare what is included in each quote, take note of the services offered, and watch out for any hidden fees for travel, overtime, or other extra costs.
Be sure to chat with each security company about your event and your needs. Some companies may have more experience with events like yours than others. The company that understands your event the best and is the most prepared for the event is likely the best security company for the job!
Not learning from your previous experiences
If you’ve run similar events before, did any issues arise? How were they handled? Could they have been handled more appropriately? What changes must be made so that these issues are minimised this time around?
If you received feedback on your last event, now is the time to review it! If there was anything your attendees thought you could have improved upon, that is valuable information that should be considered, and this doesn’t just apply to security concerns – any feedback on your facilities and your event as a whole can help you to make this next event even better!
Avoid security mistakes – go with the pros!
The stakes are too high! Your event must be secure.
You can avoid making all of these common security mistakes, and see to it that your event goes off without a hitch, by leaving it to the professional event security guards. Trust Frontline Security to assemble a security team for your next event and you’ll have peace of mind that everything will run smoothly!
Whether you’re in Auckland, Wellington or Hamilton, we’ll take care of everything. We’ll make a security plan for your event, ensure enough guards are posted to keep your event secure, provide well-trained security guards who all have a clear background check, have the relevant qualifications and training, and a proven track record of providing excellent customer service.
Our expert teams are ready to help with access control, crowd control, and if an emergency arises, they’re ready to navigate it. We’ve got all the right qualifications and insurances, so you know you’re covered no matter what happens. Call us today or reach out through our contact form and we’ll get the ball moving to ensure your event is secure!