PRE CONFERENCE WORKSHOPS
October 20, 2024 | Vancouver, British Columbia
OVERVIEW
This course includes a practical demonstration and it is suitable for both workers and supervisors, including:
- Crew/staff who typically set up barriers.
- Engineers who might be asked to sign off on barriers.
- Venue managers/operators who have barriers brought into their building.
- Event persons from municipalities who require barriers for various public events.
- Security persons who may work on and around barriers.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
- Understanding the purpose of the front of stage pit barrier.
- Being able to protect the health and safety of individuals within the barrier system.
- Understanding the roles and responsibilities of colleagues.
- Being able to recognize audience activity and respond appropriately while working in the front of stage pit barrier.
AGENDA
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 20, 2024
8:30AM - 9:00AM | Registration
9:00AM - 12:00PM | Workshop
12:00PM - 1:30PM | Lunch (not included)
1:30PM - 4:30PM | Continue Workshop
Agenda and timing are subject to change. All times are displayed in local Vancouver time (PDT).
Programming and speakers are subject to change.
LOCATION
Vancouver Convention Centre West
West Meeting Room 201
1055 Canada Pl Vancouver BC V6C 0C3
TRAINER BIOGRAPHY
| Andy Hollinson, FdA, BA(Hons), F.ISRM Andy Hollinson is a renowned Crowd Safety Consultant and Trainer, distinguished for his extensive expertise in managing crowd safety at some of the world’s largest and most prestigious events. With a foundational FdA followed by a First Class BA (Hons) in Crowd Safety Management, Andy possesses a deep understanding of the complexities involved in crowd dynamics and safety protocols. His comprehensive background enables him to provide top-tier training and consultation, ensuring that large-scale gatherings are not only compliant with safety regulations but also conducive to a positive attendee experience. His credentials and experience make him a sought-after expert in the field of crowd safety. |
OVERVIEW
This hands-on workshop will explore the fundamental roles of an incident command room and provide participants with a high-level overview of key considerations related to severe weather, crowds, emergency situations, and other hazards that you should be planning to manage at your events. Participants will work in teams to conduct risk assessments and develop incident action plans for their real-world events. This will require research to understand all the conditions of the assigned event so participants are encouraged to bring their laptops. Throughout this exercise our subject matter experts (Bryan Huneycutt, Dr. Kevin Kloesel and Kevin Tanner) will circulate to provide guidance and insights as the groups work towards presenting their incident command plans at the end of the day.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
- Understand the roles, responsibilities, and communication involved in incident management.
- Understand the commonalities and differences in planning to management incidents from event to event.
- Understand some of the techniques, tools, and technology that can aid in the planning and management of incidents.
AGENDA
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 20, 2024
9:00AM - 10:00AM | Incident Command, Roles and What to Look Out For
10:00AM - 10:30AM | Group and Event Assignments
10:30AM - 12:00PM | Group Work
12:00PM - 1:00PM | Lunch (not included)
1:00PM - 3:00PM | Group Work
3:00PM - 5:00PM | Presentations and Feedback
Agenda and timing are subject to change. All times are displayed in local Vancouver time (PDT).
Programming and speakers are subject to change.
LOCATION
Vancouver Marriott Pinnacle Downtown Hotel
Ambleside 2 Meeting Room
1128 W Hastings Street, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6E 4R5
TRAINER BIOGRAPHIES
 | Bryan Huneycutt Bryan has spent over 35 years in live events and the performing arts in a myriad of performing, and leadership roles. These include stage shows, touring productions, sporting events, music festivals, fireworks and Emmy winning Disney parades. His experience in the industry spans the U.S., Canada, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. He earned his Master of Tourism Administration Degree from George Washington University focused on Event and Exposition Management and is currently pursuing a Doctorate in Performance Psychology at Grand Canyon University. Bryan is a Co-Founder of the Safety Advisors Forum-Live Entertainment (SAF-LE), a member of the Mental Health and Suicide prevention steering committee for the Behind-the-Scenes Foundation and has served the United States Institute for Theatre Technology (USITT) on the Board of Directors, and as a Commissioner for Safety & Health. Bryan is the Vice President of Operations (North America) for Halo Solutions. |
| Dr. Kevin Kloesel Kevin has 25 years’ experience as an event forecaster having developed weather safety plans and forecasts for over 4000 outdoor events. He develops and leads high-impact weather safety training for numerous educational institutions, national sports associations and large venues. He also serves on the Health and Wellness captions of multiple touring world class corps for Drum Corps International, as well as a forecaster for the summer DCI tour. Kevin is a subject matter expert for the National Center for Spectator Sports Safety and Security and the Education and Engagement Commissioner for the American Meteorological Society. He led the teams that won the Innovations in American Government Award from Harvard University and the Ford Foundation for their work with the emergency management community in Oklahoma, as well as awards from the American Meteorological Society and the National Weather Association. Kevin was awarded the American Meteorological Society's Charles E Anderson Award for "over two decades of dedication to engaging minority and underrepresented groups through community outreach and academic leadership. |
| Kevin Tanner Kevin is an arts and cultural leader with specialized expertise in venue and production management. As the Executive Director of Dalhousie Arts Centre, Kevin is leading one of Atlantic Canada’s premiere performing arts facilities towards a new strategic direction that seeks to align with the University’s goal to be a civic institution that makes national and global impacts. Kevin has served in production leadership roles at the Thousand Islands Playhouse, Kingston Grand Theatre (City of Kingston), Isabel Bader Centre for the Performing Arts (Queen’s University) and, most recently, was the Managing Director of Production at Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity where he oversaw large scale outdoor concerts in the beautiful Shaw Amphitheatre and the renovation project to create the Jenny Belzberg Theatre. Passionate about promoting a strong safety culture in the arts industry, Kevin is one of the founding directors of the Event Safety Alliance Canada and holds a certificate in Occupational Health and Safety from Toronto Metropolitan University. He is a graduate of the Master of Arts in Arts Leadership program from Queen’s University and is currently studying law part-time through the University of London (UK). |
Front of Stage Barrier Safety Workshop
Regular Price - $150.00
Please note that workshops may be cancelled if there is insufficient registration. If that happens, registrants will be refunded and will have the option to purchase a registration for another workshop.
Building and Readying Your Incident Command Room Workshop
Regular Price - $150.00
Please note that workshops may be cancelled if there is insufficient registration. If that happens, registrants will be refunded and will have the option to purchase a registration for another workshop.
Conference and Evening Social Events costs & fees are not included in any workshop registration.
Applicable Taxes (GST) will be applied during checkout.
We do not provide letters of invitation for visas.
CONFERENCE VENUE & HOTEL
Vancouver Marriott Pinnacle Downtown Hotel
1128 W Hastings Street, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6E 4R5
AIRLINE DISCOUNT
Air Canada is pleased to be the preferred airline for the ESAC 2024 Conference. Attendees can use the following promotion code to receive a discount on eligible fares. To book a flight with the promotion code, access Air Canada Website and enter the promotion code in the Promotion Code Box.
Promotion Code: QRYBEW91
Applicable Rules
- The booking must be made to the following city: Vancouver (YVR), Canada
- The travel period begins Saturday, October 12, 2024 and ends Friday, November 1, 2024
- For North America travel, 5% applies on standard fares and 10% on flex fares & higher. For International travel, 10% applies on standard fares and higher.
For additional terms & conditions, please reach out to info@esacanada.ca
ACCESSIBILITY
If you require any accommodations to participate in this conference, or in the event of an emergency evacuation at the venue, please indicate your requirements at the time of registration. Please email info@esacanada.ca if you have any questions about the accessibility of this conference or the venue.
EVENT FAQS
How can I contact the organizer with any questions?
If you have questions (dietary restrictions, accessibility etc.), please email info@esacanada.ca. Please submit dietary restrictions by Friday, September 20, 2024.
What are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event?
Transportation will be the responsibility of the attendee. There is parking at the hotel and at nearby locations.
There are also public transit options available in the city.
Is my registration fee transferable?
Yes, you may send an alternate to the conference. To make a change, please email info@esacanada.ca.
Is there accommodation nearby?
Click for MapOur hotel partner is the Vancouver Marriott Pinnacle Downtown Hotel
What time does the Conference start and end?
Registration will begin at 12:00PM on Monday, October 21, 2024 and the last session will conclude by 5:00PM on Wednesday, October 23, 2024.
Pre Conference Workshops will be hold on Sunday, October 20, 2024.
Post Conference Workshops will be held on Thursday, October 24, 2024 and Friday, October 25, 2024.