door supervisor

Door supervisors ensure that the people entering public places such as bars, restaurants and concert venues are suitable and that they do not represent potential problems. They enforce legal regulations by checking individuals' legal age to enter a bar, manage crowds and emergencies, monitor dress codes and handle aggressive and abusive behaviours.

Alternative Labels

bar doorman

bouncer

disco doorman

door supervisor

nightclub doorman

Regulatory Aspect

To see if and how this occupation is regulated in EU Member States, EEA countries or Switzerland please consult the Regulated Professions Database of the Commission. Regulated Professions Database:

http://ec.europa.eu/growth/single-market/services/free-movement-professionals/qualifications-recognition_en

Skills & Competences

Essential Skills and Competences

comply with the principles of self-defence control crowd deal with aggressive behaviour detain offenders ensure public safety and security handle veterinary emergencies identify security threats monitor guest access perform security checks practice vigilance react calmly in stressful situations restrain individuals

Essential Knowledge

fire safety regulations illegal substances

Optional Skills and Competences

assess character assist emergency services assist police investigations ban cameras check tickets at venue entry communicate with customers ensure escape routes handle cash flow identify terrorism threats liaise with security authorities manage emergency evacuation plans manage lost and found articles manage major incidents monitor parking areas to maintain security operate fire extinguishers operate radio equipment patrol areas perform body searches provide first aid

Optional Knowledge

first aid law enforcement

Concept URI

Concept Uri

http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/7e17f4ea-9565-41e0-b408-b52b5c9492a3

Status

released

Occupations

door supervisor

Description

Skills & Competences

Concept URI