Nightclub security and bouncer job description.

* What are the duties of nightclub security and bouncers?
* Are nightclub security personnel adequately trained?
* How are club policies and procedures set and enforced?
* Who determines what level of force is used by bouncers?

* Yale University staff writer Declan Kunkel interviews Chris McGoey.
* Yale University will publish this interview in The Politic Newspaper.

Podcast Time Stamps:

[01:20] – Introduction of Yale University student Declan Kunkel.
[01:30] – Nightclub security job description including bouncers.
[01:55] – What are the typical doorman duties in a nightclub?
[04:28] – What are the typical access control duties in a nightclub.
[04:59] – What are typical duties of a nightclub bouncer.
[06:00] – Are there any nightclub security training standards?
[07:30] – How do nightclub bouncers know when to intervene?
[08:40] – Best bouncers are not always large in stature or male.
[09:30] – Security and bouncers need clearly defined rules.
[11:28] –  Nightclub bouncers notice troublemakers right away.
[12:00] – What is the liability for criminal acts of patrons and staff.
[14:00] – Nightclub security responsibility to remove known threats.
[15:20] – Nightclub security biggest mistake is use of excessive force.
[16:30] – Nightclub security needs an adequate number of bouncers.
[17:50] – How can a nightclub reverse a dangerous reputation?
[19:40] – How can a nightclub change the nature of a disorderly club.
[21:40] – Every nightclub needs responsible service of alcohol training.
[22:35] – Nightclub security high standards hiring, training, supervision.

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Show Notes — 023

 
Nightclub Security Doorman Duties

* Positioned at all doors wearing a distinctive uniform.
* Is well-trained for the post and knows every regulation.
* Must maintain control of access and club entry lines.
* ID verification for legal age prior to admission.
* Verify prior to entry that the person is not obviously intoxicated.
* Verify that the person is not carrying a weapon or contraband.

* Optional metal detector or pat-down or bag search.

* Enforce dress code and refuse objectionable attire.
* Refuses admission to known troublemakers.
* Direct communication with bouncers and management.
* Access and egress control and fire safety duties.
* Calls the police to report criminal acts, as required.

Nightclub Security Bouncer Duties

* Work primarily inside of a nightclub.
* Patrols parking lot sometimes.
* Wear a distinctive uniform and is highly visible.
* Positioned in a room with unobstructed view.
* Have adequate staff ([1:50] ratio), if necessary.
* Monitor patron behavior and level of intoxication.
* Enforce club rules often with early warnings.