Active Shooter Training Checklist
Training Checklist
The checklist ensures employee readiness for critical situations, enhancing workplace safety through effective response strategies, communication, and coordinated actions in the event of an active shooter situation.
Pre-Training Preparation:
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Distribute materials on active shooter response basics.
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Ensure understanding and communicate support services availability.
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Promote a pre-training discussion forum for questions and concerns.
Understanding Active Shooter Scenarios:
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Provide an overview of typical scenarios.
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Discuss warning signs and behaviors.
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Share real-life case studies.
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Encourage open dialogue for shared insights and experiences.
Emergency Response Protocols:
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Educate on the "Run, Hide, Fight" model.
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Conduct practical drills.
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Emphasize decision-making in high-stress situations.
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Simulate various scenarios for adaptive responses.
Communication and Coordination:
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Instruct on effective communication.
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Establish designated channels.
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Encourage information sharing without compromising safety.
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Practice clear and concise communication through role-play scenarios.
Emergency Evacuation Plans:
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Review evacuation routes.
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Conduct drills and discuss alternatives.
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Introduce the concept of buddy systems during evacuations.
Safe Room Protocols:
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Identify safe rooms.
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Train on usage and barricading.
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Conduct simulated safe room scenarios with employees.
First Aid and Emergency Medical Assistance:
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Provide basic first aid training.
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Instruct on bleeding control kits.
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Ensure knowledge of first aid supplies' location.
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Incorporate a brief overview of psychological first aid.
Law Enforcement Interaction:
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Educate on interacting with law enforcement.
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Emphasize following instructions.
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Discuss reporting incident details.
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Conduct a Q&A session with local law enforcement for insights.
This checklist ensures employees are well-prepared for critical situations, promoting a safer and more secure workplace environment.
