CISA, Washington Redskins conduct emergency response test

The Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and the Washington Redskins recently conducted a successful emergency response test at FedExField.

“Success on the football field requires not only having a solid game plan but practicing and adapting that plan as needed to ensure the team is ready for the big game,” Brian Harrell, CISA assistant director for Infrastructure Security, said, noting that the exercise was a team effort between CISA, all levels of law enforcement, emergency responders and the Washington Redskins’ team and stadium personnel. “Having a safe and secure environment for fans at the stadium is no different. We look forward to building upon these already strong relationships because by working together, we can help ensure the safety of fans and workers attending the game.”

The initiative served as part of an ongoing collaborative relationship between CISA and the Redskins to keep fans in and around the stadium safe. The endeavor included a review and test plans to respond to a public safety emergency FedExField, discussion of security measures in place at the stadium, employee training, evacuation and traffic management plans and public messaging during and after a potential incident.

“The safety of our fans, staff and everyone attending events at FedExField is our number one priority,” Chris Bloyer, Washington Redskins senior vice president of Operations and Guest Experience, said. “We cannot do this alone, and we appreciate our partners in government, law enforcement, private sector security, and throughout the community who work to keep all of our visitors safe while they enjoy their time here with us.”