1. 1311A.7 Club Leadership Training Session Achieving Success As Sergeant At Arms

2.  Schedule the meeting location  Maintain club equipment  Ensure adequate supplies are available  Attend executive committee meetings  Arrange for a replacement if unable to attend a meeting  Prepare successor for office 2 Outside the Club Meeting

3.  Prepare room 10 minutes prior to meeting start  Welcome visitors and members  Greet the area governor and visiting officers and escort them to the club president  Arrange for food service at meal meetings  Ensure the meeting starts on time  Collect ballots and tally votes for awards 3 At the Club Meeting

4. 9 Club Equipment and Supplies Before the Meeting  Arrange tables and chairs  Check room temperature  Set up a lectern  Hang club banner  Display the national flag (optional)

5.  Set up timing lights  Set the guest book and nametags for guests near the door  Place ballots on each seat  Display promotional fliers, educational materials, club newsletters, for guests and members to see 10 Club Equipment and Supplies Before the Meeting (continued)

6.  Pack all club property  Store club property in a secure place  Ensure the timing device is in good repair  Inventory the supply of name badges, ballots, and other items If inventory is low, ask the secretary to order more 11 Club Equipment and Supplies After the Meeting

7. The sergeant at arms maintains a list of assets and implements or carries out a written process for asset transfer. 12 Club Equipment and Supplies Asset inventory

8.  Power cords secured and removed from walkways  Flashlights  Standard first-aid kit  Location of and routes to emergency exits  Appointed assistant for emergencies 14 Safety and Foresight Safety

9.  Keep practical items among club supplies  Inspect alternate meeting sites for special events or joint meetings  Establish equipment and seating requirements for events 15 Safety and Foresight Foresight

10. Being the Sergeant At Arms... A responsibility and a privilege 16