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Lost and Missing Children at Live Events: Procedures, Code Adam, and the Detention and Release of Minors

Lost and missing children situations occur at virtually every event where children are present and require pre-planned procedures, trained staff, and immediate coordination with law enforcement. This article covers the full lost-child response process, Code Adam implementation, AMBER Alert criteria, and the policies governing the detention and release of minors by event staff.
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Children’s Activity and Play Areas at Live Events: Design, Safety, and Staffing

Children's activity and play areas at live events require purpose-built design, rigorous hazard assessment, age-appropriate programming, and specifically qualified staff. This article covers site selection and layout, activity safety considerations, the Children's Area Manager role, and the background check and training requirements for staff working with children at events.
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Planning for Children at Live Events: Risk Assessment, Venue Design, and Emergency Preparedness

Children require specific accommodations in every aspect of event planning: site design, emergency procedures, communications, and staffing. This article covers the planning questions event organizers must address when children are present, the venue and infrastructure considerations that apply, and the emergency planning requirements unique to events that admit minors.
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