Waterborne Illnesses at Water Parks
Swimming recreationally naturally puts people at risk of ingesting or coming into contact with germs and chemicals in the water. In fact, 3600 people became sick, and 13 died due to diseases from water parks and recreational water sites between 2015 and 2019. These waterborne illnesses are a significant concern for water park managers, as […]
Amusement and Entertainment Industry Trends for 2023
Labor shortages, security concerns, and technological advances are the emerging trends in the amusement and entertainment industry for the coming year. Growing amusement and entertainment industry trends The amusement industry is slowly returning to normal. Attendance at entertainment venues is trending upward, nearing 2019 levels. A look at the financial reports of major theme park […]
Put Event Safety First With a Venue Risk Assessment
When do you need a venue risk assessment? The short answer is every time you put on an event. There’s an endless amount of work that goes into planning a successful event. It’s easy to get lost in all the details, but understanding and preparing for risk is one detail that must not be overlooked. […]
Event Crowd Management Plans Are More Important Than Ever
A strong event crowd management plan is imperative in situations of large groups of people – a necessity tragically highlighted by recent crowd-related disasters. In November, ten concertgoers were killed and dozens injured in a crowd surge at the sold-out Astroworld Music Festival in Houston. The tightly packed crowd of 50,000 attendees compressed towards the […]
Focus on ski resort safety for the best guest experience
The year’s first snowfall signals to skiers and snowboarders that their favorite time of year is approaching. Family and friends travel in droves to resorts to enjoy a fun, safe environment. But the fact is that severe incidents involving safety aren’t exclusive to the backcountry; they’re also possible under tightly regulated resort conditions. Ski resorts […]
Amusement Insurance: Finding the Right Plan for Your Client
When your clients operate in the amusement and entertainment industry, the risks can add up quickly. Whether they operate an amusement park, water park, or another type of recreational facility, they need to take proper precautions. This means finding a customized amusement insurance plan from a provider that understands their business and its unique risks. […]
