SAIWA Crowd Control Procedures 3

Question 1

What is the legal basis for a crowd controller to search a patron before entry to a licensed venue in WA?

Accepted Answer

Searches require the patron's voluntary consent; refusal means entry can be denied

Answer

Crowd controllers do not have statutory search powers; searches are conducted with voluntary consent as a condition of entry.

Question 2

What is the recommended crowd controller to patron ratio for a high-risk event in WA?

Accepted Answer

1:75

Answer

For high-risk events, approximately 1:75 is commonly recommended.

Question 3

A patron removed from a venue attempts to re-enter through a side entrance. What action should the crowd controller take?

Accepted Answer

Deny re-entry, communicate firmly, and alert team members to monitor all access points

Answer

Re-entry should be denied, the patron informed firmly, and all team members alerted.

Question 4

What is the last drink policy and why is it important for crowd controllers?

Accepted Answer

Identifying where an intoxicated person had their last alcoholic drink for RSA compliance

Answer

The last drink policy involves identifying where an intoxicated person consumed their last drink for responsible service compliance.

Question 5

During an emergency evacuation of a crowded venue, what is the crowd controller's primary responsibility?

Accepted Answer

Guiding patrons to emergency exits safely and preventing re-entry

Answer

During evacuation, the primary responsibility is ensuring safe patron movement to exits and preventing re-entry.

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