Pre-Event Safety Assessment:
The University Events and Conference Services (UECS) conducts a safety assessment for every scheduled event to ensure appropriate security measures. The following factors are evaluated:
- Event Type: Concert, sporting event, festival, speaker engagement, sales, etc.
- Alcohol Service: Will alcohol be served?
- Attendance: Estimated number of attendees.
- Venue: Location and its specific safety needs.
- Access Level: Public, ticketed, or invite-only.
- Cash Handling: Will cash transactions occur at the event?
- Event History: Prior incidents or issues with similar events.
- University Staff Presence: Number of university staff assigned to the event.
- Concurrent Events: Other activities happening on campus at the same time.
- Health and Safety Concerns: Identifiable risks to attendees or staff.
- Campus Impact: Potential disruption to normal operations or the university’s academic mission.
Once the required level of security is determined, UECS coordinates with appropriate resources to implement the necessary safety measures.
University Security Policy:
The university retains the right to establish security requirements to ensure all events are safe for participants and comply with institutional policies.
Security measures will vary based on the factors assessed above.
Prohibited Items:
The following items are strictly prohibited in all Kent State University facilities:
- Deadly Weapons: As defined in Section 2923.11 of the Ohio Revised Code, including firearms, explosive devices, and other dangerous ordinances.
- Groups disregarding this policy will face:
- Immediate event cancellation by Kent State University.
- Loss of deposit, if applicable.
- Revocation of future Event Registration privileges.
This assessment and enforcement ensure the safety and well-being of all campus members, guests, and university property.
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