As incidents of active shooters continue rising across the nation, employers have a critical responsibility to provide comprehensive training to their workforce. Participating in these workplace training sessions is quite literally a matter of life and death for employees.
During an active shooter event, minutes and even seconds can mean the difference between survival and tragedy.
Active shooter training provides the knowledge and skills to respond quickly and effectively. It covers crucial actions like:
Recognizing signs of a potential active shooter situation
Knowing all emergency evacuation routes and rally points
Understanding when and how to barricade or shelter-in-place
Identifying improvised defensive tools in the workplace
Coordinating with emergency responders during an incident
Beyond the practical steps, training also builds the psychological preparedness to overcome panic and take decisive action. The more realistic the training scenarios are, the better prepared the employees will be.
Employers have a duty to prioritize this training, but individuals must also embrace it as vital to their safety. Don't let a casual attitude or normalization put you at risk. Engage fully in these sessions - the life you save may be your own or a co-worker's. When an active shooter strikes, prior training can make all the difference.
If you have any questions or concerns about “Active Shooting Incidents,” please do not hesitate to contact us at info@lockdowninternational.com.
Website: Perplexity.AI
Date: 6-5-2024 2:19 pm
Bob Cooke / CEO Lockdown International