Active Shooter: What You Can Do IS-700.A: National Incident Management System, An Introduction Active Shooter: What You Can Do January 2009

Course Objectives Describe actions to take when confronted with: An active shooter. Law enforcement officers who are responding to the situation. Recognize potential workplace violence indicators. Describe actions to take to prevent and prepare for potential active shooter incidents. Describe how to manage the consequences of an active shooter incident.

What is an Active Shooter? An active shooter is an individual actively engaged in killing or attempting to kill people in a confined and populated area. In most cases, there is no pattern or method to their selection of victims

Active Shooter Incidents Unpredictable and evolve quickly Most incidents are over within minutes We must be prepared to deal with the situation until law enforcement personnel arrive. Shooters continue to move throughout until stopped Law enforcement, suicide, or intervention.

IS-700.A: National Incident Management System, An Introduction Active Shooters May be a current or former employee, acquaintance of an employee, customer, someone unknown to the location but targeting its significance Anger, revenge, ideology, untreated mental illness. January 2009

Active Shooter Incidents Occur where we: Shop Worship Open Spaces Learn Work

Can Not Prevent Them All Prepare

IS-700.A: National Incident Management System, An Introduction Course Topics January 2009

Planning is Everything Plans are worthless, but planning is everything. There is a very great distinction because when you are planning for an emergency you must start with this one thing: the very definition of "emergency" is that it is unexpected, therefore it is not going to happen the way you are planning. Dwight D. Eisenhower November 14, 1957

Prepare Check security of facility Locks and access The Golden Brick Ensure two evacuation routes from all locations Post evacuation routes/maps Place removable floor plans near the entrances Communications System Internal and External No Fire Alarm!

Prepare Develop Emergency Action Plans Assemble supplies Radios, Rosters, contact numbers, First aid kits, Flashlights, Keys Cameras? Monitored Conduct training Invite responders to visit Recognize indicators of workplace violence

Develop Emergency Action Plans IS-700.A: National Incident Management System, An Introduction Develop Emergency Action Plans Include input from Human Resources, training, safety, security, managers, employees, local emergency responders Do not make to lengthy or detailed Too much to remember Leave room for adapting January 2009

Components of an Effective Plan IS-700.A: National Incident Management System, An Introduction Components of an Effective Plan Best method for reporting different types of emergencies An evacuation policy and procedure Contact information for individuals to be contacted if plan is initiated An emergency notification system to alert various parties of an emergency Workers in remote locations, police, hospitals Method of assisting visitor not familiar with the plan January 2009

IS-700.A: National Incident Management System, An Introduction Meet Everyone’s Needs Ensure that plans assess and provide for functional needs: Hearing or sight Mobility Limited or no English proficiency January 2009

IS-700.A: National Incident Management System, An Introduction Conducting Training Conduct drills and exercise your Emergency Action Plan annually Include responders Document and follow-up Do safely with no surprises Other training should include: Reacting quickly Calling 911 Reacting to law enforcement First Aid January 2009

IS-700.A: National Incident Management System, An Introduction Workplace Violence May be current or former employee May begin to display characteristics of potentially violent behavior Alert your supervisor or human resources department if you believe a coworker exhibits potentially violent behavior. January 2009

Prevention and Mitigation IS-700.A: National Incident Management System, An Introduction Prevention and Mitigation Conduct effective background checks Create system for reporting violent behavior Make counseling available Develop a plan dealing with violent employee situations January 2009

Pre-Indicators of Workplace Violence • Increased use of alcohol and/or illegal drugs • Unexplained increase in absenteeism • Noticeable decrease in attention to appearance • Depression and / or withdrawal • Resistance and overreaction to changes in policy and procedures • Repeated violations of organizational policies

Pre-Indicators of Workplace Violence • Increased severe mood swings • Noticeably unstable, emotional responses • Explosive outbursts of anger or rage without provocation • Suicidal indications • Behavior that might indicate paranoia (“everybody is against me”) • Increasing discussion of problems at home

Pre-Indicators of Workplace Violence • Escalation of domestic problems into the workplace • Talk of severe financial problems • Talk of previous incidents of violence • Empathy with individuals who commit violence • Increase in unsolicited comments about firearms, other dangerous weapons, and violent crimes

Workplace Violence

Not Just at Work, Everywhere!

IS-700.A: National Incident Management System, An Introduction Respond January 2009

IS-700.A: National Incident Management System, An Introduction Respond Always be aware of your surroundings and potential dangers Take note of the nearest exits Be ready and do not be surprised What if? Take immediate action Be prepared to lead others Run, Hide, Fight January 2009

IS-700.A: National Incident Management System, An Introduction Run If there is an accessible escape path, attempt to evacuate the premises. Leave your belongings behind. Alert and help others on the way out Evacuate regardless of others Remove yourself from the problem January 2009

IS-700.A: National Incident Management System, An Introduction Run Discourage others from entering Care for wounded if safe Keep your hands visible Follow police instructions Attempt to rally outside, out of view, and take roll January 2009

Important Information IS-700.A: National Incident Management System, An Introduction Important Information When safe to do so, call 911 and provide: Location / number of shooter(s). Physical description of shooters. Types of weapons Number of potential victims Best way in for responders January 2009

IS-700.A: National Incident Management System, An Introduction Hide If running is not an option, find a place to hide where the active shooter is least likely to find you. Be out of the shooter’s view Provide protection from shots Cover vs Concealment Close, cover, and move away from windows January 2009

IS-700.A: National Incident Management System, An Introduction Hide Lock the door Blockade the door with heavy furniture Hide behind large item (cabinet, desk) Silence cell phone Remain quiet January 2009

IS-700.A: National Incident Management System, An Introduction Fight As a last resort, and if your life is in imminent danger, attempt to disrupt and incapacitate the shooter. Act as aggressively as possible. Be loud. Use improvised weapons. Work together Commit to your actions. January 2009

Fight – Armed Handgun Carry Permit IS-700.A: National Incident Management System, An Introduction Fight – Armed Handgun Carry Permit Company policy is the rule You should have received the necessary training and answered the ‘What If’ questions when you obtained your permit When officers arrive, put your weapon down! January 2009

Fight – Armed Handgun Carry Permit IS-700.A: National Incident Management System, An Introduction Fight – Armed Handgun Carry Permit 39-17-1359. Prohibition at certain meetings Posting notice. (a)  An individual, corporation, business entity or local, state or federal government entity or agent thereof is authorized to prohibit the possession of weapons by any person otherwise authorized by §§ 39-17-1351 39-17-1360, at meetings conducted by, or on property owned, operated, or managed or under the control of the individual, corporation, business entity or government entity. Notice of the prohibition shall be posted. Posted notices shall be displayed in prominent locations, including all entrances primarily used by persons entering the building, portion of the building or buildings where weapon possession is prohibited. January 2009

IS-700.A: National Incident Management System, An Introduction Fight – Guns in Cars 39-17-1307 Unlawful carrying or possession of a weapon. e)(1) It is an exception to the application of subsection (a) that a person is carrying or possessing a firearm or firearm ammunition in a motor vehicle if the person: (A) Is not prohibited from possessing or receiving a firearm by 18 U.S.C. § 922(g) or purchasing a firearm by § 39-17-1316 ;  and (B) Is in lawful possession of the motor vehicle. 50-1-312 Adverse employment action for transporting or storing firearm or ammunition in employer parking area prohibited (b)(1)(A) No employer shall discharge or take any adverse employment action against an employee solely for transporting or storing a firearm or firearm ammunition in an employer parking area in a manner consistent with § 39-17-1313(a) . January 2009

Be Prepared to Lead When an emergency occurs, customers and visitors will look to managers and employees to direct them to safety. Be prepared to take immediate action and remain calm and professional.

RUN, HIDE, FIGHT

Activity: What Would You Do? Instructions: Working as a team: Look around the room. Consider what you would do in an active shooter situation and whether it would be better to run or hide. Come up with a list of actions you would take to protect yourself and those around you if running was not an option.

When Law Enforcement Arrives Remain calm and follow instructions Slowly put down any items in your hands Keep hands raised and visible at all times Avoid quick movements toward officers Do not stop the officers Point them in the direction of the aggressor

Law Enforcement’s Role IS-700.A: National Incident Management System, An Introduction Law Enforcement’s Role Immediate purpose is to Stop the threat; even passing the injured From various agencies / dressed different Shouting and ordering commands. January 2009

Safe Assembly Location IS-700.A: National Incident Management System, An Introduction Safe Assembly Location Everyone will be held by law enforcement until: The situation is under control All witnesses are questioned All are accounted for Expect delays in resuming operations. Officer will want to check and clear the facility and surrounding area. January 2009

IS-700.A: National Incident Management System, An Introduction Follow Up January 2009

Managing the Consequences IS-700.A: National Incident Management System, An Introduction Managing the Consequences Determine who is missing or injured. Determine a method for notifying families. Assess psychological needs of individuals. Identify and fill critical personnel or operational gaps. January 2009

Lessons Learned for Shooting Incidents IS-700.A: National Incident Management System, An Introduction Lessons Learned for Shooting Incidents Document response activities. Learn from other incidents Update existing plans January 2009

IS-700.A: National Incident Management System, An Introduction Course Summary Be Aware Prepare Run, Hide, Fight. Be prepared to lead Follow instructions of law enforcement Report potential workplace violence situations / people. January 2009

Reference Material for this course IS-700.A: National Incident Management System, An Introduction Reference Material for this course Active Shooter Booklet, Pocket Guide, and Posters https://www.dhs.gov/active-shooter-preparedness FEMA Independent Study Course 907 January 2009