Are You Prepared If An Active Shooter Is In Your Workspace?

Understand The Threat

The first step to preventing a mass shooting is to understand the threat. Know the warning signs of someone who may be planning an attack. Look for changes in behavior, such as an increase in aggression or withdrawal from social activities. Other warning signs include:

• Making aggressive or threatening statements.
• Stockpiling weapons.
• Exhibiting extreme interest in previous mass shootings.
• Significant pattern of life changes

If you see these signs, don't hesitate to speak up. It could save lives.

Have A Plan - Do you know the Run, Hide, Fight methodology?

Once you understand the threat, you need to have a plan. What will you do if an active shooter comes into your workplace? Where will your employees go? How will they know the threat has been eliminated? How do you maintain an accurate headcount? These are all questions that need to be answered before an incident occurs. Employees should rehearse the plan, so everyone knows what to do in an emergency.

Be Prepared - Have you practiced your procedures?

In addition to having a plan, you also need to be prepared. Make sure your employees know where the exits are and that they know how to use them. They should also know how to barricade themselves in a room if necessary. Employees should have access to first aid kits and know how to use them. Lastly, make sure everyone knows who to call if an incident does occur: 911 for emergency assistance and your company's HR department for support afterward.

Remain Calm

One of the most important things you can do during an active shooter situation is to remain calm. This can be difficult, but it is essential for keeping yourself and your employees safe. Panicking will only make the situation worse and make it more difficult for police to apprehend the shooter(s). If you can stay calm, you will be better able to think clearly and make decisions that could save lives.

Call 911 Immediately

If an active shooter does come into your workplace, the first thing you should do is call 911. Once you have made the call, follow the dispatcher's instructions carefully. Be prepared to run, hide, and/or fight!

No one ever wants to think about what they would do in an active shooter situation. But it is our responsibility to be prepared. By following these five best practices, we can help keep our team safe in case of an emergency.

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