Nightlife Security Podcast | The Nightlife and Bar Security Resource for Security Professionals, Owners, & Operators

Jun 23 2023 28 ep. 50 mins 32
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The Nightlife and Bar Security Industry Resource for Hospitality Security Professionals, Owners, & Operators - with Industry Expert Robert C. Smith & Host Manny Marquez.

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Ep. 028 5 - Simple Steps to Improve Your Report Writing

Jun 23 2023 47 mins  
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

Apr 26 2023 47 mins  
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 exp

Ep. 026 - "Last Call' - Best Practices

Feb 16 2023 34 mins  
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 an

Ep. 025 - Active Shooter In Your Venue? Plan on it Happening!

Nov 25 2022 29 mins  
The time to plan and train for an active shooter situation in your venue is now! Listen to NSC's team of Robert C. Smith 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. While it is highly unlikely your venue will ever experience an active or mass shooter situation, why

Ep. 024 - Overcoming Security Hiring Challenges

Sep 10 2022 37 mins  
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.

Ep. 023 - Responsible Alcohol Beverage Service

Mar 12 2021 39 mins  
Responsible Alcohol Service is an ongoing effort for many hospitality operators. It requires constant attention, a solid training program, and sound policies and procedures. Listen as Manny interviews Robert Pomplun, Chief Learning Officer & Founder of Serving Alcohol Inc. Serving Alcohol Inc offers comprehensive online training solutions for hospitality operators.

Ep. 022 - COVID-19 Edition | Enforcing Face Masks and Non-compliant Guests

Jul 24 2020 34 mins  
Operating a hospitality venue during COVID-19 and mandating patrons wear face masks creates many challenges for operators, especially when some of our guests refuse to abide by the rules. As operators, it is our responsibility to protect our team members and our guests against the spread of COVID-19. Having clear guidelines, policies, and operating procedures in place is a must. Th

Ep. 021 - Alcohol and Bar Related Sexual Assault

Dec 21 2014 46 mins  
Knowing the difference between witnessing the normal behavior of a casual hook-up and preventing a sexual assault can sometimes be a difficult task. There are fine lines and subtleties that the novice guard may not recognize. When do you step in if you suspect there is potential for an assault to take place? Listen and learn some more about what Robert and Manny have to say about

Ep. 020 - When There is No Need to Hurry, Don't Hurry!

Oct 31 2014 44 mins  
Often times, security guards rush into a situation where there is really no need to. Of course, if someone is in harms way or the circumstances call for it, by all means - hurry! Many times those urgent situations are the exception and are few and far between for guards. Most situations do not need to be rushed. Get your plan in place - analyze the situation - consult with you

Ep. 019 - How to Deal with Drugs in Your Club

Jul 27 2014 56 mins  
Do you have an issue with drugs in your club? Chances are drugs are present and are being used by both your guests and employees. Some owners may be oblivious, some may be aware, or worse some may deny they are present. In this episode we talk about steps to take to help you confront, deal with, and curtail the use of drugs within the walls of your establishment.