POST CONFERENCE WORKSHOPS
October 24-25, 2024 | Vancouver, British Columbia
OVERVIEW
Understand the movement and behaviours of crowds through six phases of events. This session will identify best practices in Crowd Safety Management using our experience gained working across the globe at the world's largest events.
OBJECTIVES
- Understanding the basics of Crowd Psychology.
- Discuss density vs. capacity and why they are not the same.
- Identify critical stages of events and model using crowd science theory.
- Examine and understand queuing theory and how tactics may change depending on the event.
- Understanding Ingress Flow Rates.
- Identify best practice Front of Stage Barrier design for differing types of events.
- Understand how to review new event sites and assess for suitability.
- Identify effective show pause, show stop and show restart procedures.
AGENDA
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2024
8:00AM - 8:30AM | Registration
8:30AM - 12:00PM | Workshop
12:00PM - 1:30PM | Lunch (not included)
1:30PM - 5:00PM | Continue Workshop
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2024
8:00AM - 8:30AM | Coffee
8:30AM - 12:00PM | Continue Workshop
12:00PM - 1:30PM | Lunch (not included)
1:30PM - 5:00PM | 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.
COURSE NOTES
This course is being offered at a special discounted price by Event Safety Alliance Canada. Upon completion, a certificate will be provided. Participants who complete this two-day course will have the opportunity to upgrade to the Level 5 Award in Crowd Safety Management. Those who would like to continue with the Level 5 Award will be offered an online option through Crowd Safety Training (part of The Square Metre group) at their regular price. Contact Jason Byrne at Jason.Byrne@thesquaremetregroup.com for details.
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 foundation degree FdA and a First Class BA (Hons) in Crowd Safety Management, Andy possesses a deep understanding of the complexities involved in crowd dynamics and crowd safety planning. 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 specialist in the field of crowd safety. Andy is a Fellow of The Institute of Strategic Risk Management (ISRM). |
OVERVIEW
Power distribution and electrical safety for entertainment electricians - Two days of fun and learning covering most of the topics listed in the content outline of the ETCP Entertainment Electrician Certification exam not including control systems. Little experience? Come on in! Lots of experience? You'll love the class. It starts with basic electricity, circuit laws, and theory, and builds towards more advanced topics including power distribution, power factor, and harmonics, with an emphasis on electrical safety, the use of PPE, codes and regulations, grounding and bonding, and GFCIs.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
- Develop and sharpen skills related to properly designing portable power distribution systems
- Recognize and mitigate the hazards involved in distributing electrical power
- Using the right techniques, tools, and PPE for specific tasks.
Upon completing the Entertainment Electrics workshop, attendees will earn 8 hours of credit towards their Live Performance Electrical Certification (LPEC) offered through Actsafe. CLICK HERE for more information.
| This course covers topics that are listed as being in the content outline for the ETCP Entertainment Electrician Certification Exam. |
AGENDA
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2024
8:00AM - 8:30AM | Registration
8:30AM - 12:00PM | Workshop
12:00PM - 1:30PM | Lunch (not included)
1:30PM - 5:00PM | Continue Workshop
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2024
8:00AM - 8:30AM | Coffee
8:30AM - 12:00PM | Continue Workshop
12:00PM - 1:30PM | Lunch (not included)
1:30PM - 5:00PM | 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.
LOCATIONS
DAY 1
Vancouver Convention Centre West
West Exhibit Hall A
1055 Canada Pl Vancouver BC V6C 0C3
DAY 2
Vancouver Marriott Pinnacle Downtown Hotel
Shaughnessy 2 Meeting Room
1128 W Hastings Street, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6E 4R5
TRAINER BIOGRAPHY
| Richard Cadena Richard Cadena is an ETCP Certified Entertainment Electrician and an ETCP Recognized Trainer with 35 years of experience in the entertainment lighting industry. He is the author of: “Electricity for Entertainment Electricians & Technicians, 3rd Edition”; “Automated Lighting: The Art and Science of Moving Light, 3rd Edition”; “Lighting Design for Modern Houses of Worship”; “Focus on Lighting Technology” |
OVERVIEW
Pyrotechnic special effects, also known as theatrical effects or proximate pyrotechnics are devices that are typically used by licensed pyrotechnicians in the entertainment industry and that may be similar in nature to consumer fireworks in terms of their chemical composition. After taking this course, you will be able to submit the documents to become a Special Effects Pyrotechnician.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
After this session, you will understand the basics of Special Effects Pyrotechnics - how the products function, how to set up and function them, how to keep performers and spectators safe. Should you wish, you will be able to submit your test results to the Explosives Regulatory Division of Natural Resources Canada to apply for your license.
AGENDA
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 24, 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 Marriott Pinnacle Downtown Hotel
Shaughnessy 1 Meeting Room
1128 W Hastings Street, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6E 4R5
TRAINER BIOGRAPHY
| Kelly Guille Kelly has been in the fireworks industry since 1993 and has been the sole owner of Archangel Fireworks Inc. since 2003. Kelly is a knowledgeable, respected and forward thinking pillar of the Canadian fireworks and stage special effects industry. He is passionate about putting on a great show, while ensuring the utmost safety for ALL involved. |
OVERVIEW
Fireworks bring Joy, Happiness and memories to people around the world. Join us in this session to understand what goes into the behind the scenes of a fireworks display. Planning, setting up and firing fireworks affect public safety. Once you are done this workshop you will be you will be able to submit the documents to become a fireworks display assistant!
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
After this session, you will understand the basics of display fireworks - how the products function, how to set up and function them, how to keep employees and spectators safe. Should you wish, you will be able to submit your test results to the Explosives Regulatory Division of Natural Resources Canada to apply for your license.
AGENDA
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 25, 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 Marriott Pinnacle Downtown Hotel
Shaughnessy 1 Meeting Room
1128 W Hastings Street, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6E 4R5
TRAINER BIOGRAPHY
| Kelly Guille Kelly has been in the fireworks industry since 1993 and has been the sole owner of Archangel Fireworks Inc. since 2003. Kelly is a knowledgeable, respected and forward thinking pillar of the Canadian fireworks and stage special effects industry. He is passionate about putting on a great show, while ensuring the utmost safety for ALL involved. |
OVERVIEW
You may have heard the term “safer spaces” in relation to performing arts and live events, but what are ‘Protective” Spaces? Protective Spaces are physical establishments, but also teams within these industries that recognize that safety requires ongoing action and risk assessment. Spaces that work to protect the people inside them - patrons, artists, and staff - don’t happen by accident! Stacey Forrester from Good Night Out Vancouver will be hosting this session which will cover the basics of Protective Spaces for those in the industry, including practices for production managers, venues, artist managers and patrons. Join her for this interactive session and leave with tools you can use to create safe music experiences right away!
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
- Understand current terminology in discussing sexual violence.
- Identify risk factors for sexual harassment and misconduct in the performing arts and live events sectors.
- Explore tools and strategies to reduce risk and respond to sexual violence at events.
AGENDA
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2024
8:30AM - 9:00AM | Registration
9:00AM - 12:00PM | Workshop
Agenda and timing are subject to change. All times are displayed in local Vancouver time (PDT).
Programming and speakers are subject to change.
COURSE NOTES
Presented in collaboration with Canadian Live Music Association. This project is funded in part by FACTOR, the Government of Canada and Canada’s private radio broadcasters.
LOCATION
Vancouver Marriott Pinnacle Downtown Hotel
Ambleside 2 Meeting Room
1128 W Hastings Street, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6E 4R5
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TRAINER BIOGRAPHY
| Stacey Forrester Stacey Forrester is the education director of Good Night Out Vancouver. Stacey is a former downtown east side community health nurse and current violence prevention educator with Good Night Out Vancouver, a BC- Based non-profit society that works directly with the hospitality, live events and arts sectors to prevent and respond to create safer experiences for those working in those industries as well as patrons. |
OVERVIEW
This course is offered to train and certify event workers to construct scaffolds, as recommended in THIS ARTICLE. Scaffolding certification needed in Canada, says father of Radiohead drum tech (November 28, 2022, Canadian Occupational Safety). Each student will learn how to become a competent person when building scaffolding. The training is suitable for anyone working on scaffolds, those who supervise work on and near scaffolds, and those who supervise the erecting, altering, and dismantling of scaffolds.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
A system scaffolding structure is essentially a frame structure using a specialized modular connection and has evolved from the general principles of tube and clamp scaffolding.
This one day workshop will include a brief review of scaffold fundamentals and then will focus primarily on discussing local regulations, hazards, and how to build system scaffold structures safely and securely. Students will also participate in a practical session where they will work together to erect a small system utility scaffold.
This course complies with CSA Z-797 “Code of Practice for Access Scaffolds”.
Certification: Participation in the practical component and passing a final exam (70% or higher) is required to qualify for the 3-year Scaffolding & Access Industry Association (SAIA) Competent Person certification. A certificate of completion and wallet card from the SAIA Training Program will be provided.
AGENDA
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2024
8:45AM - 9:00AM | Registration @ the Canada Scaffold Main Office
9:00AM - 5:00PM | Workshop (There will be a one hour lunch break and lunch will be included.)
Agenda and timing are subject to change. All times are displayed in local Vancouver time (PDT).
Programming and speakers are subject to change.
LOCATION
Canada Scaffold
11331 Twigg Place, Richmond, British Columbia, V6V 3C9
Please note the location of this workshop in Richmond, BC. ESAC will not be providing transportation from downtown Vancouver to the location of this workshop. We do encourage attendees to consider sharing rides to this location, if possible.
TRAINER BIOGRAPHY
| Jaysen Palangio Jaysen Palangio has accumulated 40 years of knowledge and experience in the construction industry. He began his career as a young scaffold apprentice and eventually became a certified Journeyman scaffolder. Working at Canada Scaffold Supply Co. Ltd for the last 28 years, Jaysen has also acquired a strong background in Health and Safety. Jaysen is always looking forward to teaching and recently quoted, “I want to be able to share my 40 + years of knowledge and experience within a classroom environment. My goal is to provide every student with a better understanding on how to recognize, build and dismantle a safer scaffolding.” Jaysen is always looking forward to meeting and teaching new students in 2024. |
OVERVIEW
Coming Soon!
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Coming Soon!
AGENDA
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2024
8:00AM - 8:30AM | Registration
8:30AM - 12:00PM | Workshop
12:00PM - 1:30PM | Lunch (not included)
1:30PM - 5:00PM | 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 Exhibit Hall A
1055 Canada Pl Vancouver BC V6C 0C3
TRAINER BIOGRAPHY
| Coming Soon! |
Advanced Crowd Safety Management Workshop
Regular Price - $850.00
Member Early Bird - Members receive a 10% discount on workshops until July 19, 2024.
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.
Entertainment Electrics - Power Distribution and Electrical Safety Workshop
Regular Price - $425.00
Member Early Bird - Members receive a 10% discount on workshops until July 19, 2024.
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.
Special Effects Pyrotechnics Workshop
Regular Price - $150.00
Member Early Bird - Members receive a 10% discount on workshops until July 19, 2024.
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.
Display Fireworks Workshop
Regular Price - $150.00
Member Early Bird - Members receive a 10% discount on workshops until July 19, 2024.
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.
Foundations of Protective Spaces Workshop
Regular Price - $75.00
Member Early Bird - Members receive a 10% discount on workshops until July 19, 2024.
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.
System Scaffold Competent Person Training Workshop
Regular Price - $150.00
Member Early Bird - Members receive a 10% discount on workshops until July 19, 2024.
Please note the location of this workshop in Richmond, BC. ESAC will not be providing transportation from downtown Vancouver to the location of this workshop. We do encourage attendees to consider sharing rides to this location, if possible.
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.
Event Rigging Basics - Rigging for Non-Riggers Workshop
Registration Coming Soon!
Regular Price - $150.00
Member Early Bird - Members receive a 10% discount on workshops until July 19, 2024.
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.