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This document provides guidance on how to respond during an active shooter situation. It advises being aware of your environment for potential dangers, knowing the nearest exits, and securing yourself in an office if possible. If escape is not possible, fighting the shooter should only be an absolute last resort. The profile of an active shooter is described as someone actively trying to kill people in a confined area, typically with firearms. Victims are random and the situation develops quickly and unpredictably. The document outlines steps to take when law enforcement arrives and information that should be provided to 911 operators.

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Active Shooter Pocket Card

This document provides guidance on how to respond during an active shooter situation. It advises being aware of your environment for potential dangers, knowing the nearest exits, and securing yourself in an office if possible. If escape is not possible, fighting the shooter should only be an absolute last resort. The profile of an active shooter is described as someone actively trying to kill people in a confined area, typically with firearms. Victims are random and the situation develops quickly and unpredictably. The document outlines steps to take when law enforcement arrives and information that should be provided to 911 operators.

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COPING

WITH AN ACTIVE SHOOTER SITUATION

Be aware of your environment and any


possible dangers
Take note of the two nearest exits in any
facility you visit
If you are in an ofce, stay there and
secure the door
Attempt to take the active shooter down
as a last resort

PROFILE
OF AN ACTIVE SHOOTER

An active shooter is an
individual actively engaged in killing or
attempting to kill people in a conned and
populated area, typically through the use
of rearms.

CHARACTERISTICS
OF AN ACTIVE SHOOTER SITUATION

Victims are selected at random


The event is unpredictable and evolves
quickly

Contact your building management or


human resources department for more
information and training on active
shooter response in your workplace.

CALL 911 WHEN IT


IS SAFE TO DO SO

Law enforcement is usually required to


end an active shooter situation

HOW TO RESPOND
WHEN AN ACTIVE SHOOTER IS IN YOUR
VICINITY

1. RUN
Have an escape route and plan in mind
Leave your belongings behind
Keep your hands visible

2. HIDE
Hide in an area out of the shooters view
Block entry to your hiding place and lock
the doors
Silence your cell phone and/or pager

3. FIGHT
As a last resort and only when your life is
in imminent danger
Attempt to incapacitate the shooter
Act with physical aggression and throw
items at the active shooter

CALL 911 WHEN IT


IS SAFE TO DO SO

HOW TO RESPOND
WHEN LAW ENFORCEMENT ARRIVES

Remain calm and follow instructions


Put down any items in your hands (i.e.,
bags, jackets)
Raise hands and spread ngers
Keep hands visible at all times
Avoid quick movements toward ofcers
such as holding on to them for safety
Avoid pointing, screaming or yelling
Do not stop to ask ofcers for help or
direction when evacuating

INFORMATION
YOU SHOULD PROVIDE TO LAW
ENFORCEMENT OR 911 OPERATOR

Location of the active shooter


Number of shooters
Physical description of shooters
Number and type of weapons held by
shooters
Number of potential victims at the location

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