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Active Threat

"DO NOT MOVE TOWARDS THE LOCATION OF THE THREAT"

These guidelines have been developed for "active threat"situations in accordance with the best practices established by law enforcement experts.

TAKE ALL TREATS SERIOUSLY

If it is possible to do so safely, exit the building immediately when you become aware of an "active threat" incident within the building, moving away from the immediate path of danger while notifying anyone you may encounter while leaving. Seek protective cover in a nearby building or shelter, go to a safe indoor area or well away from the danger, lock/barricade the door, keep silent, stay away from windows and doors; and, take the following steps:

Once located in a secure area call 911 and provide the dispatcher with the following information:Your name. Location of the incident (be as specific as possible). Number of threatening/violent persons (if known). Identification or description of those individuals(s). Number of persons who may be involved. Your exact location. Injuries if known.

Put cell phones on minimum vibrate or turn off if instructed to do so.

Wait for responding law enforcement officers to assist you out of the building/area.

If you are directly involved in an incident and exiting the building is not possible, the following actions are recommended:

Go to the nearest room/office as directed by a known staff person. Close and lock the door, if possible. Turn off the lights. Seek protective cover. Keep quiet and act as if no one is in the room. Do not answer the door. Notify 911 and provide the dispatcher with the following information: Your name. Your location (be as specific as possible). Number of attackers (if known). Identification or description of the individual(s). Number of persons who may be involved. Injuries if known. Put cell phones on minimum vibrate or turn off if instructed to do so. Wait for responding law enforcement officers to assist you out of the building.

Do not jump up when Police enter the room.

Note: Individuals not immediately impacted by the situation are to take protective cover staying away from windows and doors until notified otherwise