DonaldBrashear Posted September 4, 2015 Share Posted September 4, 2015 I just saw that the Canucks are implementing metal detectors this year as part of an NHL mandate. Other NHL teams have been using these for a while, presumably without any hiccups. However... Rogers Arena isn't the "normal" type of arena. It has a lot less entrances due to the design and my tiny brain can't comprehend how on earth they are going to manage to get 18,000 people through metal detectors in a window of about 30 minutes (which is when the majority of people arrive). Assuming it takes an average of 15 seconds per person, per detector (which I think is generous), that's 120 people per metal detector in a 30 minute span. So to get 18,000 people through, you would need to have 150 metal detectors and 150 trained qualified people working them. Even if we assume some people arrive early, which they will, and only 15,000 people will arrive between 6:30 and 7:00, this still seems like a massive burden and I don't see how it works given the layout of Rogers Arena. Seems like there will be a huge chokehold somewhere. If I were going to the home opener I'd be arriving really early... UPDATE: CBC Article: http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/vancouver-canucks-introduce-metal-detectors-for-games-1.3230820 Vancouver Canucks introduce metal detectors for games Edmonton Journal Opinion Piece: http://edmontonjournal.com/news/politics/no-need-to-treat-an-american-disease-that-we-dont-have Fear trumps common sense with metal detectors at Oilers games “It no longer matters if a security measure makes sense, if it’s cost-effective or if it mitigates any actual threats,” Schneier recently wrote on his blog. “All that matters is that you took the threat seriously, so if something happens you won’t be blamed for inaction … It’s an attitude I’ve seen before: ‘Something must be done. This is something. Therefore, we must do it.’ Never mind if the something makes any sense or not.” YouTube Video from the Canucks: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5yTUD0Z-QAI Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
homersexual Posted September 4, 2015 Share Posted September 4, 2015 I went to a game last year. they had those handheld wands like at the airport. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeNiro Posted September 4, 2015 Share Posted September 4, 2015 Even if they have them the amount of time it will take to search every bag isn't practical. I don't see how it's gonna work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Edlerberry Posted September 4, 2015 Share Posted September 4, 2015 i'd say more like 5 seconds and 40 metal detectors Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YEGCanuck Posted September 4, 2015 Share Posted September 4, 2015 The focus is on the health and safety of the paying public. What may seem like an inconvenience initially is meant to be for our own good. I say let the security experts manage the process, arrive a little early and enjoy the game. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gyllenhaal Posted September 4, 2015 Share Posted September 4, 2015 Can't go through metal detectors cause I have a pacemaker. Hopefully they have other options too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Colt 45s Posted September 4, 2015 Share Posted September 4, 2015 They have metal detectors at the American Airlines Center for years. It does not disrupt entry into the rink. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJDDawg Posted September 4, 2015 Share Posted September 4, 2015 They search the bags outside before you get into the regular lineup. I went to a Stars game in Dallas a few years back and they had them back then. I really didn't notice an issue with them at all. They're not like the airport ones and people were just walking through the doors at normal pace. I guess if one goes off, they'd pull you aside and let other people go through while they wand you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nux4lyfe Posted September 4, 2015 Share Posted September 4, 2015 Illuminati confirmed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baer. Posted September 4, 2015 Share Posted September 4, 2015 It's so you can't bring your tinfoil hats in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grapefruits Posted September 4, 2015 Share Posted September 4, 2015 The focus is on the health and safety of the paying public. What may seem like an inconvenience initially is meant to be for our own good. I say let the security experts manage the process, arrive a little early and enjoy the game. How many issues have they had in the past to make this necessary? Just another unnecessary security measure to control everyone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghostsof1915 Posted September 4, 2015 Share Posted September 4, 2015 How many issues have they had in the past to make this necessary? Just another unnecessary security measure to control everyone. Been to a club downtown? They've been using metal detectors and pat downs for years. Just open the arena an extra 15 minutes early. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fanuck Posted September 4, 2015 Share Posted September 4, 2015 This was inevitable. The NHL doesn't want to be the first major sporting organization in NA to have a major attack occur during a live broadcast. I'm quite surprised it wasn't used years ago. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grapefruits Posted September 4, 2015 Share Posted September 4, 2015 Been to a club downtown? They've been using metal detectors and pat downs for years. Just open the arena an extra 15 minutes early. Good point. May as well start using full body scanners, for the safety of everyone of course. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaintPatrick33 Posted September 4, 2015 Share Posted September 4, 2015 If we dont use metal detectors the Terrorists will win! Orange alert! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alflives Posted September 4, 2015 Share Posted September 4, 2015 Even if they have them the amount of time it will take to search every bag isn't practical. I don't see how it's gonna work. I sit my ass down in front of my big screen TV, and don't worry about how long it takes to get through security. I hated the safety nets. I hated the glass. And now this measure just confirms, it's better to watch from my Lazy Boy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
inane Posted September 4, 2015 Share Posted September 4, 2015 15 second per? No way not even close. This is not a big deal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
baumerman77 Posted September 4, 2015 Share Posted September 4, 2015 The metal detectors sensitivity will be turned down compared to metal detectors at airports; they only conduct a secondary search (or hand-wanding) if you are carrying a lot of metal on you (presumably like a gun or knife). At least this was my experience a few times in Phoenix. You don't have to worry about your keys, watched, jewelry, etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CRAZY_4_NAZZY Posted September 4, 2015 Share Posted September 4, 2015 I rather be safe than sorry. Its always good that they are thinking of public safety, rather it be implemented now and be a small inconvenience and fix the details as it is done than have something stupid happen and have everything whining saying why didn't we do this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gs7 Posted September 4, 2015 Share Posted September 4, 2015 If you look at the over all big picture that's going on, especially in the US, they are using the security issue to slowly take away people's freedoms and privacy rights! I for one disagree with it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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