Improved Ballpark Entry at Safeco Field in 2018

In response to fan feedback, several changes have been made to help speed up the process of getting into the ballpark.

· Two CLEAR lanes and free registration kiosks for expedited entry.
· Additional entry points with walk-through metal detectors.
· Improved exterior signage and increased staffing outside gates.
· Stricter enforcement of existing Major League Baseball security restrictions on bag size.
· No knives of any size or type will be permitted.
· No re-entry.
· Fans will be permitted to bring in one 32oz sealed, clear plastic water bottle per person.

CLEAR Lanes

CLEAR Lanes and free enrollment kiosks will be available at Safeco Field at Home Plate Gate and Left Field Gate. After a free, five minute enrollment, guests can begin using the CLEAR Lane immediately. Enrolled fans can bring with them through the CLEAR Lane one adult guest and children under 18, as long as they all have valid game tickets. All guests will still go through bag screening and a metal detector. Guests who already have CLEAR membership for access to airports or sports venues are able to use CLEAR Lanes at Safeco Field without any additional steps. Access to the CLEAR airport experience is not included with the free registration, but can be added to your account online or at any CLEAR airport location.

Additional Points of Entry
For games expected to draw large crowds, additional entry points with walk-through metal detectors can be added around Safeco Field. These additional gates can expand ingress capacity by up to 20%.

Increased Staffing & Improved Signage
New signage that provides information to fans about prohibited items, bag size restrictions and metal detector procedures is being added outside gates. Additional Mariners event staff will be stationed outside the ballpark pregame to direct fans to gates with shorter lines and help guests prepare to go through metal detectors more quickly by removing cellphones, car keys and change from pockets.

Bag Size Restrictions
Per MLB regulations, only bags 16" x 16" x 8" or smaller are permitted inside Safeco Field. Guests will be able to check their bags for size outside the gates. Oversized bags will not be allowed inside the ballpark. Staff members will be proactive intercepting guests with oversized bags before they get to gates. A paid locker service will be available on game days.

No Claim Check for Knives
No knives, regardless of size or type, are allowed inside Safeco Field. In the past, guests could check their knives to be claimed later. Guests will now have the option of returning the banned item to their vehicle, stowing it in a paid locker, or surrendering it at the gate. No claim check service will be provided.

No Re-Entry
In 2017, the Mariners were one of only eight MLB teams that allowed re-entry. Guests were permitted to scan in and out multiple times with the same ticket, which added to congestion at entry screening locations. Eliminating re-entry will reduce the number of guest screenings per game, speeding up the entry process for everyone. This change brings the Mariners in line with MLB’s recommended best practices for improved guest safety. Exceptions will be made in case of emergency.

Bottled Water
Fans will now be permitted to bring one clear, plastic water bottle into Safeco Field. Bottles must be sealed and cannot be larger than 32 ounces. Oversized bottles or those with broken seals must be surrendered or emptied at the gate. Beverages in open containers, such as coffee cups, are still banned.

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