“The moral, legal, and financial obligation to have competent personnel in safety roles is indisputable”
On the fifth anniversary of the Astroworld tragedy, key executives behind the Showstop Procedure reflect on how the industry has progressed in safety protocols and how the accredited course made a difference during this year’s festival season.
This summer, professionals trained in the only internationally accredited showstop procedure have worked across venues, stadiums, and festivals to make music and sports events safer for over 100m spectators.
Since launching at ILMC 2025 with the Pink Bows Foundation, over 1,000 event…
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On the fifth anniversary of the Astroworld tragedy, key Showstop executives reflect on the industry's progression in safety
Comment 5 November 2026