New Security Procedures

[OlliePop27]

I just wanted to report back on my security experiences July 2-7. I stayed on Harbor and went through security at least two and often 3 times per day. I went through security at 7:00 am, 7:15 am, 8:45 am, 9:30 am, Noon, 1:00 pm, 4:00 pm, 5:00 pm, 8:00 pm, 10:00 and 10:30 pm on different days. We usually had no wait. On a couple of occasions, we had to wait less than 5 minutes.

It took us longer than most because we had a lot of bags for young kids, but it was still fast. We opened everything in advance. They do thoroughly check all bags, but they seem to have the process down and maybe guests are also learning.

Tip - they have metal detectors and tables set back from the front ones, so there's often a hidden line with no wait set back from the metal detectors further up - just take a look.

I went through the new DLH security check once around 5:00 pm on 7/3 and it was was very slow in comparison - about 20 minutes. I went through GCH into Grizzly Peak area one time around 2:00 pm on 7/6 and there was no wait.

 

[jerryjose]

Keeping customers and staff safe is at the heart of any store’s success. Introducing new security procedures in your business means using proven retail security methods like more visible guard presence, better CCTV coverage, smart alarm systems, and strict checks at entry points. These steps don’t just deter theft and vandalism they also build trust with your customers. When your customers feel safe, they stay longer, shop more, and return again. As a result, your store becomes a welcoming, secure place where both people and profits are protected.

 

[CoachBeard]

Keeping customers and staff safe is at the heart of any store’s success. Introducing new security procedures in your business means using proven retail security methods like more visible guard presence, better CCTV coverage, smart alarm systems, and strict checks at entry points. These steps don’t just deter theft and vandalism they also build trust with your customers. When your customers feel safe, they stay longer, shop more, and return again. As a result, your store becomes a welcoming, secure place where both people and profits are protected.

So then why do we have security theater like TSA? That is all it really is. Maybe they're (Disney security) confiscating contraband from time to time but what really do they do and how often do they act on anything serious? How many incidents were they in the 70's/80's/90's?

I'd be curious to see metrics about types and amount of security interventions at the initial checkpoints. They'll never release that info but I guarantee the majority of it is booze/weed type things. My hope is that they are actually trained to handle a situation like what is listed below because if not? Why are they even there?

Per the ol' ChatGPT:
Disney’s approach to security has always been somewhat discreet, but visible, tough security checkpoints with scanners and metal detectors were formally introduced in December 2015 at Walt Disney World (Florida) and Disneyland (California).

Timeline

• Before 2001 (Pre-9/11): Security was light-touch — bag checks were conducted, but there were no large-scale screening procedures.
• Post-9/11 (2001–2015): Bag checks became standard at all U.S. Disney parks. Disney also quietly expanded behind-the-scenes security, including plainclothes officers, K-9 units, and partnerships with law enforcement.
• December 2015: Walk-through metal detectors were installed at park entrances. Initially, not every guest was screened — Disney described them as “random” checks. Over time, they became a standard, more consistent part of the entrance process.

Why It Happened

1. Terrorism Concerns: The move came after high-profile terrorist attacks in Paris (November 2015, Bataclan) and San Bernardino, California (December 2015). Public venues worldwide were increasing security.
2. Growing Crowds: Disney parks had record attendance, making them potential high-profile targets.
3. Guest Safety & Reassurance: While Disney already had robust “invisible” security, the visible scanners reassured guests that their safety was being taken seriously.
4. Industry Trend: Other theme parks (e.g., Universal, SeaWorld) also expanded security in the mid-2010s.

How It’s Evolved Since

• Today, nearly all guests go through some form of scanning — often a contactless scanner (Evolv or similar tech) rather than the old-style walk-through detectors.
• Security procedures now include bag scanners, uniformed security, and ongoing behind-the-scenes surveillance.

 

[MonocularVision]

Keeping customers and staff safe is at the heart of any store’s success. Introducing new security procedures in your business means using proven retail security methods like more visible guard presence, better CCTV coverage, smart alarm systems, and strict checks at entry points. These steps don’t just deter theft and vandalism they also build trust with your customers. When your customers feel safe, they stay longer, shop more, and return again. As a result, your store becomes a welcoming, secure place where both people and profits are protected.

This account is brand new and has exactly two posts, each resurrecting different threads about security. This is pretty sketchy.

 

[OlliePop27]

This account is brand new and has exactly two posts, each resurrecting different threads about security. This is pretty sketchy.

Yes, I wanted to jump in to add as the person who started this thread that it's from May 2024. It is no longer "new" security procedures, so this thread should be allowed to fall back down the list.

 

[LKing]

This account is brand new and has exactly two posts, each resurrecting different threads about security. This is pretty sketchy.

Sketchy in that you think they work for Disneyland security? If they do, I appreciate the perspective.

 

[LAS2AMS]

Sketchy in that you think they work for Disneyland security? If they do, I appreciate the perspective.

It’s most likely a bot selling security services. We get these types of posts a few times a year.

 

[LAS2AMS]

So then why do we have security theater like TSA? That is all it really is. Maybe they're (Disney security) confiscating contraband from time to time but what really do they do and how often do they act on anything serious? How many incidents were they in the 70's/80's/90's?

I'd be curious to see metrics about types and amount of security interventions at the initial checkpoints. They'll never release that info but I guarantee the majority of it is booze/weed type things. My hope is that they are actually trained to handle a situation like what is listed below because if not? Why are they even there?

KBF has less intense security than DL (WDW-style machines) and has had regular occurrences of teens/ young adults fighting and using pepper spray, small knives, etc. That’s what DL is attempting to avoid. I’m told that they regularly find pepper spray, etc. being brought into the parks.

Secondly, Disney beefed up security following the Mandalay Bay incident some years back - and rightfully so. Disneyland would be a prime target for somebody looking to commit a horrific act. Unlike WDW, people bring wagons full of crap into the parks and it would be rather easy to hide a weapon.

I wouldn’t compare eras. Mass shootings are far more common today, largely in part because the internet has made it easier to plan such attacks. The Internet has also played a role in radicalizing many of the individuals who do suck acts. It’s like arguing that supermarkets shouldn’t be locking up merchandise because they didn’t do so in the past. While, in the 1980s organized crime wasn’t wiping their shelves clear of laundry detergants. Again, the Internet has been a catalyst in creation of a black market for such goods.

I’d also argue that the security is there primarily for the benefit of Disney. We live in a highly litigious society. For example… If an angry guest starts pepper spraying, Disney would be the hook for multiple lawsuits. Seems like everybody is looking for a reason to sue these days, then they wonder why their insurance/ etc costs as much as it does.

 

[JerrodDragon89]

KBF has less intense security than DL (WDW-style machines) and has had regular occurrences of teens/ young adults fighting and using pepper spray, small knives, etc. That’s what DL is attempting to avoid. I’m told that they regularly find pepper spray, etc. being brought into the parks.

Secondly, Disney beefed up security following the Mandalay Bay incident some years back - and rightfully so. Disneyland would be a prime target for somebody looking to commit a horrific act. Unlike WDW, people bring wagons full of crap into the parks and it would be rather easy to hide a weapon.

I wouldn’t compare eras. Mass shootings are far more common today, largely in part because the internet has made it easier to plan such attacks. The Internet has also played a role in radicalizing many of the individuals who do suck acts. It’s like arguing that supermarkets shouldn’t be locking up merchandise because they didn’t do so in the past. While, in the 1980s organized crime wasn’t wiping their shelves clear of laundry detergants. Again, the Internet has been a catalyst in creation of a black market for such goods.

I’d also argue that the security is there primarily for the benefit of Disney. We live in a highly litigious society. For example… If an angry guest starts pepper spraying, Disney would be the hook for multiple lawsuits. Seems like everybody is looking for a reason to sue these days, then they wonder why their insurance/ etc costs as much as it does.

Sure but USH just lets you scan bags and they seem fine

I would like you to scan bags and have people step aside if they have something off over every bag needing to be checked