Think Securit y. Enhance Safet y.
The National Center for Spectator Sports Safety and Security (NCS4) at The University of Southern Mississippi supports the advancement of sport safety and security through training, professional development, academic programs and research. NCS4 collaborates with professional leagues, open-access events, intercollegiate and interscholastic athletics, along with professional associations, private sector firms and government agencies. It is a critical resource for sport venue managers, event managers, first
responders and other key stakeholders. NCS4 addresses issues related
to risk/threat, counter terrorism, security management and emergency management.
Visio n To become the world’s leading academic research institution addressing sport safety and security risks and threats
M ission To conduct innovative research, provide training, enhance professional development and assess security solutions
T R AININGS NCS4 offers comprehensive sport and special events safety and security training focused on building capabilities for multi-agency collaboration pertaining to risk management, incident management, evacuation training and exercise, and crisis management. The intact security teams from
professional programs, intercollegiate and interscholastic athletics, as well as open-access events learn the concepts relative to planning, risk assessment, training, exercising plans and recovery/business
continuity through scenario-based training modules. Trainings are delivered by specialists from law
enforcement, facility management, emergency management, fire/HazMat, emergency medical/health services and public relations.
S p o rtEvac T M Developed by INCONTROL Simulation Solutions and NCS4,
SportEvacTM is a computer-based 2D/3D modeling, simulation,
visualization and reporting system to be used for effective training, operation, planning and emergency management.
ACADEMICS The University of Southern Mississippi offers a master’s degree in sport management with an emphasis in sport event security management, the first of its kind in the United States. Additionally, there is an
online certificate program in sports security management. These programs cover topics such as motives, methods and impact of terrorist activity, natural disasters, and crowd management issues in sports.
INSTITUTE FOR TH E ST UDY OF SP O RTS I N CI D E N TS (I S S I ) The ISSI is the research and analysis unit of the NCS4. ISSI’s mission is to build the most comprehensive worldwide database of sport incidents involving spectators, while ensuring the appropriate protection,
privacy and security of incident information. ISSI has developed the Incident Classification System (ICS), a unified system which defines and describes 15 incident types affecting sporting events.
Ce rtification s The NCS4 certifications ensure individuals responsible for the secure and safe operations of sports venues have adequate knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform duties.
• Certified Sport Venue Staff (CSVS) – Designed for an organization’s front line staff, CSVS certificants receive fundamental basic and role-specific competencies as well as background screening.
• Certified Sport Security Professional (CSSP) – Designed for individuals at the middle and upper levels of organizations in leadership roles responsible for the
planning and overall security operations of sport venues and events, CSSP certificants gain the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform their jobs.
Venue Assessments Professional Sport Venues | Collegiate Sport Venues | Sporting Events - Marathons, Ironman, Cycling, etc. | High School Districts
NCS4 offers a security assessment process designed to promote a standardized methodology
for security planning at sporting venues and events throughout the United States. This planning
process, known as Sport Event Security Aware (SESA), defines a minimum threshold for security policies, procedures and operational plans that address physical security, technical security, access control, emergency management, training and exercise, and weapons of mass destruction.
Techn olo gy As s es s m e nts The NCS4 National Sports Security Laboratory (NSSL) meets the operational and technological
needs of venue operators and security personnel at sports venues by offering the following: • Opportunities for security observation and practice • Technology tests and experimentation • Evaluations of feasible security solutions
PROFESSIONAL D E V E LOPM E N T Network and gather the latest knowledge, technology and strategies to deal with today’s sports safety and security challenges and solutions.
• National Sports Safety and Security Conference • Best practice summits • Webinars on emerging issues
MEM BERSHIPS Members are provided opportunities to connect with leaders in the spectator sports safety
and security industry and participate in educational programs. They gain access to important
self-assessment tools, security checklists, response plans and more through the National Risk Management Resource Center. Membership levels include the following: • Professional
• Corporate/Affiliate
• Student
INDUSTRY REC O GN I TI ON AWARDS Each year NCS4 recognizes industry leaders and venues who achieve outstanding best
practices in sport safety and security through the following awards: Professional of the Year, Distinguished Leadership, Facility of Merit and the Golden Eagle Award.
NCS 4 development Fund The NCS4 Development Fund was established to advance the sport safety and security profession
and professionals by funding leading-edge research, education and training. Our mission is to build relationships with friends in order to secure private funds and other resources for the benefit of the scholarships and special projects at the National Center.
Personal and corporate contributions can make a difference in the mission of the National Center. To make a gift, visit www.ncs4.com/ncs4-development-fund.
In order to meet current and future needs and to advance the industry, NCS4 has a National Advisory Board comprised of the following: SPORT LEAGUES
Associations
IndyCar Series (INDY)
National Association of Collegiate Directors of
Major League Baseball (MLB)
National Association of Sports Commissions
National Association of Stock Car Auto Racing
National Federation of State High School
Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) Major League Soccer (MLS) (NASCAR)
Athletics (NACDA)
National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Associations (NFHS)
National Basketball Association (NBA)
Stadium Managers Association (SMA)
National Hockey League (NHL)
Organizations
National Football League (NFL)
Professional Golf Association (PGA)
United States Golf Association (USGA)
United States Olympic Committee (USOC) United States Tennis Association (USTA) Sport Venues AT&T Stadium Beaver Stadium
Comerica Park/Joe Louis Arena Dover International Speedway
Dickstein Shapiro LLP
University of New Orleans
The University of Southern Mississippi Robinson & Cole LLP
Mark Moran Solutions
Department of Homeland Security Venue Solutions Group New York Giants
Federal Bureau of Investigation
MetLife Stadium
New York City Marathon Turner Field
In addition to the National Advisory Board, NCS4 has committees and subject matter experts that provide strategic guidance, assistance and advice on critical issues and trends. These individuals are recognized and respected experts from the world of sport safety and security.
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