From the waiting area to get into the TSA screening area to the boarding area, Airport Equipment Supply has the crowd control equipment designed for high traffic airports. We also have the portable slat wall systems for all the retailers and vendors in the gate area.
STANCHIONS IN THE GATE AREA
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) provides guidelines for the use of stanchions, or crowd control barriers, in gate areas of airports. These guidelines are intended to promote efficient and safe passenger flow while maintaining security.
According to the TSA’s guidelines, stanchions used in gate areas should:
- Be placed in a manner that does not obstruct passenger flow or access to emergency equipment.
- Be positioned at least six feet away from the boarding pass and identification checkpoint.
- Be designed so that passengers cannot easily climb over them or move them out of position.
- Have visible markings or signs indicating that they are TSA-approved crowd control barriers.
- Be removed promptly once their intended purpose has been served.
In addition, the TSA recommends that airlines and airports have a plan in place for managing queues and crowd control in gate areas. This may include the use of additional staff or signage to direct passengers, as well as the use of stanchions to guide passenger flow.
It’s important to note that these guidelines are intended to promote efficient and safe passenger flow, and may vary depending on the specific airport and its governing authority. As such, it’s important to consult the appropriate regulations and guidelines for the airport in question.