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Here you can find the latest information about security in the nightclub, bar, and hospitality industry. Check out our podcast to listen in on entertaining and informative topics and interviews with expert Robert C. Smith and host Manny Marquez or head over to our blog to read about the latest topics and resources affecting the industry.

Latest Podcasts

  • Ep. 028 – 5 Simple Steps to Improve Your Report Writing
    June 24, 2023 00:05

    Security report writing is often a challenging task for security team members. In this episode expert Robert C. Smith and host Manny Marquez discuss five simple steps you can take to greatly improve your report writing skills.

  • Ep. 027 – Limit Your Personal Liability
    April 27, 2023 04:02

    As a security guard, you may have asked yourself, “Can I be personally liable if _________(fill in the blank)”? “Can I be sued if ….?” The answer is always “YES.” Learn how to limit your personal liability by listening to this episode of The Nightlife Security Podcast. In this episode, expert Robert C. Smith and host Manny Marquez discuss what liability guards are exposed to and how to limit potential unwanted liability issues. Every security guard needs to listen.

  • Ep. 026 – “Last Call’ – Best Practices
    February 17, 2023 02:52

    The conclusion of a night of revelry is often signaled by the "last call," a critical juncture for both hospitality staff and patrons. While it marks the end of the workday for employees, for customers, it is the last opportunity to indulge in the evening's festivities. However, if not managed correctly, it can also be a time of heightened risk, leading to potential legal issues and liability.

  • Ep. 025 – Active Shooter In Your Venue? Plan on it Happening!
    November 25, 2022 03:12

    The time to plan and train for an active shooter situation in your venue is NOW! Listen to NSC's team of Robert C. Smtih and Manny Marquez discuss the mass shooting in Colorado Springs Club Q and how venue operators should use this event as one more lesson to train your team today.

  • Ep. 024 – Overcoming Security Hiring Challenges
    September 10, 2022 06:00

    Hiring hospitality security guards can be challenging, especially in a post-COVID era. Listen to NSC's team members Richard Bistline, Ph.D., and Manny Marquez discuss how to find, retain, and maintain hospitality security professionals

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Latest Blog Posts

  • ALERT: California BSIS Secretive Law Changes that Will Negatively Affect the Entire Hospitality Industry
    September 14, 2023 06:18

    Background In July 2023, the California Bureau of Security and Investigative Services issued an announcement to their opt in email followers. This opt in email list does not include any industry associations that have thousands, perhaps tens of thousands of security guards that work in any bar, club, music venue, lounge, retail store or hotel. […] The post ALERT: California BSIS Secretive Law Changes that Will Negatively Affect the Entire Hospitality Industry first appeared on Nightclub Security Consultants.

  • Ultimate Nightlife Operator’s Guide to ‘Last Call’ Best Practices
    August 05, 2023 22:29

    The “Last Call” Process Every great story has a beginning, middle, and end. But for nightlife venues, the end can often be an unruly chapter riddled with issues. We shed some light on the ‘last call’ process in our recent podcast, address how it can be a pivotal moment, often precipitating an incident. Think of […] The post Ultimate Nightlife Operator’s Guide to ‘Last Call’ Best Practices first appeared on Nightclub Security Consultants.

  • Why You Should Hire In-house Security Guards
    May 12, 2023 21:27

    I’m sure many consultants or hired advisors can relate to the phone call I received earlier today. Although I genuinely love helping and guiding my clients, large or small, organized or not, it is always a real joy for me. However, ummm, what is the phrase… “You can lead a horse to water, but you can’t […] The post Why You Should Hire In-house Security Guards first appeared on Nightclub Security Consultants.

  • Legal to Search after Detention
    January 29, 2023 20:27

    Our Twitter Pole ended a few days ago and I wanted to explain the pole and give the correct answer. 24 years ago I started Nightlife Security Consultants (NSC) after realizing a “bouncer” or hospitality security guard was so important but they were given ZERO training. I found that most of their training was provided […] The post Legal to Search after Detention first appeared on Nightclub Security Consultants.

  • Successful Hospitality Security Operations & Responsible Beverage Service
    January 29, 2021 04:42

    When it comes to a hospitality business, responsible alcohol service is the foundation of any successful hospitality security operation: period - full stop. The post Successful Hospitality Security Operations & Responsible Beverage Service first appeared on Nightclub Security Consultants.

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