Active Shooter Response

Active Shooter Response involves a set of safety strategies to protect yourself during an incident where an armed individual is harming others. The main principles are: run to escape if possible while alerting others and contacting authorities; if escape isn't possible, find a secure space, lock or barricade the door, and silence phones; and as a last resort, defend yourself using available objects or techniques to incapacitate the attacker. The goal is to minimize harm and increase your chances of safety by remaining calm, aware, and decisive. Training and preparedness can improve response effectiveness during such unpredictable and dangerous situations.