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The Profile of an Active Shooter Basic Training Short

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This course defines the profile of an Active Shooter and emphasizes the critical need for mental preparedness.

1 minutes   |   SKU: ATS157-1    |    Language(s): EN    |    Produced 2025

SKU:

ATS157-1

Language(s):

EN

Updated:

2025

Length

1 minutes

Training Objectives

Define active shooter characteristics and the unpredictable nature of an assault
Build survival muscle memory through mental preparation and regular practice

Course Overview

Most active shooter incidents are over in minutes, often before law enforcement arrives.

In these high-pressure moments, the biggest threat to your safety isn't just the attacker; it is your own brain's "freeze" response. When chaos hits and information is scarce, logic often fails, and instinct takes over. But what happens if your instincts haven't been trained?

This training short breaks down the profile of an active shooter to help you understand the erratic nature of these assaults. We focus on mental rehearsal, the practice of building the "muscle memory" required to act immediately. Watch this video to learn how to reprogram your natural reactions, push past the initial shock, and navigate a crisis when seconds count.

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What is the official definition of an active shooter?


An active shooter is "an individual actively engaged in killing or attempting to kill people in a confined and populated area".


Is there typically a predictable pattern in an active shooter's selection of victims?


No, there is generally no pattern or specific method to the shooter’s selection of victims.


How long do active shooter situations typically last before law enforcement arrives?


These situations are often fast-evolving and tend to last only 10 to 15 minutes before law enforcement arrives.


Why is mental preparation so crucial for survival in these events?


Mental preparation is the only way to be truly ready, helping to build a "muscle-memory" or learned instinct for an unpredictable situation.


What immediate factors might affect a potential victim's state of mind during an assault?


A potential victim may have low information, limited communication options, no choice of location, and their brain may feel completely paralyzed or be running very fast.


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