Restaurant Association Inks New Public Safety Guide

The report steers operators through planning, training and outlining clear response procedures to improve restaurant safety.

September 4, 2026

One preparation tip from the Always Ready: Public Safety guide is to look at your restaurant’s façade, making sure entrances, exits, parking areas and more are well lit and visible.

Aiming to help operators prepare for public safety incidents, the National Restaurant Association has released its Always Ready: Public Safety guide.

“Restaurants are built on hospitality and openness, serving as gathering places for families, friends and communities,” notes the association. “While that accessibility is essential to the industry, it can also create vulnerabilities. From robberies and customer altercations to break-ins and active threats, restaurant operators face a range of public safety challenges that can arise with little warning.”

The 14-page report covers preparation, response and recovery, plus offers resources for active shooter incidents and more.

Always Ready: Public Safety is the fifth guide in the National Restaurant Association’s Always Ready preparedness series. To download the report, click here.

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