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Active Shooter: In The Workplace Training Course

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Prepare employees for an emergency situation with expert guidance, realistic scenarios, and survival strategies.

14 minutes   |   SKU: AT157    |    Language(s): EN / ES / FR / Other    |    Produced 2025

SKU:

AT157

Language(s):

EN / ES / FR / Other

Updated:

2025

Length

14 minutes

Training Objectives

Identify warning signs and risk factors associated with active shooters
Develop a survival mindset and response strategy for an active shooter situation
Understand how to communicate with law enforcement during an emergency
Learn techniques for securing a building and protecting oneself and others
Implement security protocols and emergency response plans in the workplace

Course Overview

In an increasingly unpredictable world, the threat of an active shooter incident looms over workplaces, schools, and public spaces. Are you prepared to protect yourself and others in such a crisis? This critical training equips you with the knowledge and skills necessary to survive an active shooter event.

Recent decades have witnessed a surge in gun violence incidents, highlighting the urgent need for proactive safety measures. Workplace violence, including active shooter situations, poses a significant risk to individuals across various sectors. While the statistical probability of encountering an active shooter may be relatively low, the potential for catastrophic casualties underscores the importance of preparedness.

This course addresses the realities of active shooter scenarios, providing a comprehensive understanding of shooter profiles, motivations, and tactics. You will learn to recognize warning signs, develop a personal safety plan, and implement effective response strategies. We delve into the crucial RUN, HIDE, FIGHT framework, empowering you to make split-second decisions that can save lives.

Understanding the importance of emergency communication, you’ll master 911 protocols and learn how to provide critical information to law enforcement. We cover how to cooperate with responding officers, ensuring a coordinated and effective response. The training also emphasizes the significance of situational awareness, including identifying potential weapons and defensive tactics.

This training is not just about physical survival; it's about mental preparedness. We address the psychological impact of active shooter events, providing strategies for managing fear and maintaining composure under pressure. By fostering a culture of preparedness, we empower individuals to take control of their safety and contribute to the well-being of their communities.

This program is available with Amharic, Arabic, Bosnian, Creole, Croatian, French, Korean, Kurdish, Nepali, Spanish, Swahili, and Vietnamese closed captions.

Compliance Standards & Regulations

This course references the standards and regulations listed below.

OSHA’s General Duty Clause (Section 5(a)(1)), Directive CPL 02-01-058

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What is the best course of action if I find myself in an active shooter situation?


The recommended actions are "RUN, HIDE, FIGHT." Run: If there is an escape path, evacuate. Hide: If evacuation is not possible, find a secure hiding place. Fight: As a last resort, and only when your life is in imminent danger, attempt to disrupt or incapacitate the shooter.


What information should I provide to a 911 operator during an active shooter incident?


When reporting to emergency services, provide all available details, including the shooter's location, number, description, weapons, and the number of people in danger.


How should I behave when law enforcement officers arrive on the scene?


When law enforcement arrives, follow their instructions precisely, keep your hands visible, avoid sudden movements, and do not interfere with their actions.


Why is it important to have a plan before an active shooter incident occurs?


Having a plan helps you react quickly and effectively in a high-stress situation, increasing your chances of survival.


Where can I find additional resources and training on active shooter preparedness?


The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) and The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).


Disclaimer: This training focuses on active shooting as a form of workplace violence. The Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) has no specific standard for workplace violence. However, per OSHA’s General Duty Clause (Section 5(a)(1)), employers are required to provide employees with a place of employment free from recognized hazards causing (or likely to cause) death or serious physical harm. Directive CPL 02-01-058 provides instruction on enforcement procedures and scheduling.