What should be done if an emergency exit is blocked during an event?

If an emergency exit is blocked during an event, notifying the event coordinator is the appropriate action to take. The event coordinator is responsible for the overall safety and management of the event, and they will need to be informed so that immediate steps can be taken to address the issue. Depending on the situation, they can initiate procedures to clear the blockage, inform attendees of alternate exits, or implement other safety measures to ensure the event continues safely.

Ensuring the exit remains blocked for security undermines safety protocols and could endanger attendees during an emergency. While calling security to monitor the situation might seem prudent, it does not directly address the blockage itself. Posting a sign stating the exit is closed is insufficient as it doesn't rectify the blockage nor provide a safe escape route in the event of an emergency. The primary goal in such situations is to maintain clear and accessible emergency exits for the safety of all attendees.