Nightclub Security News

05-01-24

“There is no set training standards for bouncers at clubs and bars,” said Robert Smith, CEO of Nightlife Security Consultants. “Without proper training, bouncers miss threats.”

One patron who was at Decades around the time of the shooting said she and others in line within minutes of…

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03-21-23

For people who work at downtown bars and nightclubs, a special training Tuesday night showed them how to respond to and prevent active shooters.

Robert C. Smith is a former police officer who now travels the country trying to teach bar and nightclub employees how to protect…

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03-21-23

The Beacham Theater has partnered with Nightlife Security Consultants to host a training session on Tuesday for their employees and surrounding bars and clubs on active shooter events, according to a release from Nightlife Security Consultants.

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05-15-22

Robert C. Smith of Nightlife Security Consultants outlines five solutions to combat an uptick in gun violence in the hospitality industry.

The other night there was a fight in a club, a guy started losing and before security could intervene, he pulled his gun and started shooting…

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08-29-21

There is server training on preventing overserving alcohol and identifying underage drinkers in Fargo, but determining how to handle fights and deescalation is largely left to the bars to decide. Some believe bars should leave altercations to the police, while experts say staff should have…

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07-15-16

We Asked America's Top Club Security Expert How Venues Can Prepare for Active Shooter Situations. July 15, 2016, Thump

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06-23-16

Now What? Club Bouncers on the Front Lines in Dangerous Times 'Isn't Really Enough in the Modern World

6-23-16, billboard

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06-23-16

Local nightclubs, movie theaters work to improve security in wake of recent violence.

6-23-16, ABC 10 San Diego

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