Specifications include, but are not limited to: 1. Conduct a pre-entry inspection of all patrons when required to do so by the Metropolitan Exposition Recreation Commission (MERC). The pre-entry inspection shall consist of visually examining every patron and their possessions for the below listed items prohibited on MERC premises: Alcoholic/Non-Alcoholic Beverages Illicit Drugs Bottles Items That May Impair Safety Cans Skateboards Chairs Weapons of Any Type Fireworks Any patron carrying a prohibited item shall be required to dispose of the item prior to entry subject to specific facility guidelines. Patrons not wishing to comply with the visual inspection requirement shall be refused entry into the facility and refunded the complete purchase price of their ticket. The patron shall be directed to the Show Office for the refund. 2. Direct patrons to take the prohibited items not allowed by event promoters (cameras, tape recorders, etc.) off site. At no time will valuable items be taken or stored by peer-group security personnel. All questions are to be directed to the Event Manager on duty.
