Plans and the department of homeland security s active shooter booklet. This requires the dedication of more than 230,000 employees in jobs that range from aviation and border security to emergency response, from cybersecurity analyst to chemical facility inspector. Dhs has developed a series of materials to assist businesses, government offices, and schools in preparing for and responding to an active shooter. But there are also online courses, and videos created by, or for the department of homeland security that are freely available. Research research button at aca, we believe that camp experiences are enriched when we gather, share, and use evidence about campers, staff, and camp programs. Emergency notification blog active shooter resources from dhs. An interagency security committee guide, this single.
The active shooter emergency action plan template is a fillable form useful in documenting an organizations. Active shooter situations are unpredictable and evolve quickly. In addition to the booklet on how to respond, dhs makes available a handy active shooter pocket card only 2 pages, which summarizes how to cope and respond in the event of an active shooter s presence in a building. Together, they create a virtual training tool designed to help develop an organizations active shooter emergency action plan. Dhs established a comprehensive program focused on active shooter preparedness in order to position public and private sector stakeholders to more effectively plan and prepare against this threat. The purpose of this bulletin is to provide background and information regarding workplace violence and active shooter response to assist risk control personnel with general inquiries regarding this subject. Dhs active shooter preparedness web page dhs active shooter poster dhs.
These resources include a detailed booklet, a desk reference guide, a reference poster, and a pocketsize reference card. Active shooter response strategic plan 1 executive summary in the booklet active shooter. Listed below please find links to a number of reference and training resources which highlight response to the active shooter threat. This course has been developed by the national protection and programs directorateoffice of infrastructure protection, u. Dhs has launched a new webpage dedicated to active shooter preparedness. Active shooter pamphlet department of homeland security. Active shooter an active shooter is an individual actively engaged in killing or attempting to kill people in a confined and populated area. Of particular interest are the active shooter webinar materials. Active shooter training atlantic cape community college. An individual actively engaged in killing or attempting to kill people in a confined and populated area, typically through the use of firearms. Active shooter preparedness and active threat resources. Risk control bulletin workplace violence prevention and active shooter response.
Edge can be used to execute a number of training scenarios in each environment, from active shooter incidents to arson, bomb threats, hostage negotiation, parental or student disputes, and more. Dod counternarcoterrorism technology program office. Attempt to take the active shooter down as a last resort. This course will help you prepare to respond to an active shooter situation. Run, hide, fight resources emergency management usu. Profile of an active shooter an active shooter is an individual actively engaged in killing or attempting to kill people in a con. Dhs active shooter response booklet american camp association. Scn homeland security and preparedness training center. Active shooter profile an active shooter is an individual actively engaged in killing or attempting to kill people in a confined and populated area.
Downloads for classroom zip 16mb active shooter preparedness dhs resource take final exam. Dhs aims to enhance preparedness through a whole community approach by providing training, products, and resources to a broad range of. The homes active shooter event preparedness program consists of four phases. Typically, the immediate deployment of law enforcement is. The following information is excerpted from the dhs active shooter preparedness web page. Dhs aims to enhance preparedness through a whole community approach by providing training, products, and resources to a broad range of stakeholders on issues such as active shooter awareness, incident response, and workplace violence. Active shooter situations have become more common, in public places and at work premises. Homeland security active shooter preparedness how to respond resources in the midst of the chaos, anyone can play an integral role in mitigating the impacts of an active shooter incident. The following are resources may be provided to school administrators as aids in their research for prospective implementation in their facilities. Department of homeland security aims to enhance preparedness through a whole community approach by providing products, tools, and resources to help you prepare for and respond to an active shooter incident. Department of homeland security provides information on how to respond to an active shooter or gunman. How to respond, the united states department of homeland security us dhs paints the profile of an active shooter. Active shooter how to respond homeland security home.
The active shooter emergency action plan guide supplements the active shooter emergency action plan video. Active shooter resources from the department of homeland security. An active shooter is an individual actively engaged in killing or attempting to. Membership membership camp gives kids a world of good, and by joining aca, you make the world a better place. Edge is a gamebased software training application that emphasizes. Healthcare and public health sector coordinating council. Develop and implement a security plan for computer and information systems hardware and software. Another source of information is the booklet, active shooter, how to respond published by the department of homeland security. In most cases, active shooters use firearms and there is no pattern or method to their selection of victims.
The department of homeland security has a vital mission. This is the active shooter event quick reference guide. Psp school security resource list information to be shared with school leads seeking information on how to enhance the safety of their students and staff. As a situation develops, staff may be required to use more than one option. Because active shooter situations are often over within 10 to 15 minutes, before law enforcement arrives on the scene, individuals must be prepared both mentally. Planning and response to an active shooter homeland security. Dhs launches new active shooter preparedness webpage. Instead, they may involve a single shot fired, accidental discharge of a weapon, or incidents that are not ongoing. Discussing and training for a possible active shooter situation allows each person to consider what he or she would do. Department of homeland security, active shooter, how to respond. Risk control bulletin workplace violence prevention and. Typically, the immediate deployment of law enforcement is required to stop the shooting and mitigate harm to victims. The department of homeland security dhs aims to enhance preparedness through a whole community approach by providing training, products, and resources to a broad range of stakeholders on issues such as active shooter awareness, incident response, and workplace violence. Next year, we plan to offer some additional training programs regarding.
An active shooter is an individual actively engaged in killing or attempting to kill people in a con. Department of homeland security, and is being hosted by the emergency management institute emi. These products include a desk reference guide, a reference poster, and a pocketsize reference card. Advanced by the department of homeland security dhs and other federal and state agencies for active shooter incidents, this method advocates a threestep decision approach. Department of homeland security active shooter preparedness site synopsis. In most cases, active shooters use firearms and there is no apparent pattern or method to their selection of victims. Because it is userdriven, edge reflects the policies and procedures already in place in response agencies and school districts across the country. Following the run, hide, fight concept, the program delivers online and inperson training. Youll learn about typical characteristics of active shooter incidents, ways you can prepare now, and expert recommendations on how best to react when an attack is in progress. Many hospitals continuity programs consist of a set of departmental. How technology can help in active shooter situations. Active shooter preparedness texarkana, tx official website. As a starting point, refer to the dhs active shooter booklet, dhs active shooter booklet. Prevent individuals from entering an area where the active shooter may be.
It includes advice about how technology can provide some of the basic requirements for improving safety not only at our schools but also in large organizations. Stop the bleed resources the countering weapons of mass destruction cwmd office was established in december 2017 by consolidating primarily the domestic nuclear detection office, a majority of the office of health. Engage local first responders police, fire, medical in all of the above efforts to ensure your efforts are in synergy with theirs. The course is based on the department of homeland security dhs active shooter how to respond booklet that is given away by dhs. The department of homeland security website offers tools for human resources and. Active shooter event quick reference guide an active shooter is an individual who is engaged in killing or attempting to kill people in a confined and populated area. Members unable to attend the event, can check back to take advantage of the members only event presentation materials, at brpa. Active shooter pocket card information homeland security. The materials include a desk reference guide, a reference poster, and a. Active shooter preparedness programs hr policy association. Dhs materials available to strengthen response to mass. This information can be applied to an armed aggressor situation invoving any weapon. Department of homeland security dhs aims to enhance preparedness through a whole community approach by providing products, tools, and.
During an active shooter situation, staff will rarely have all of the information they need to make a fully informed decision about which option is best. Please note that the is program now requires a fema sid to be used instead of your ssn. Many companies hold active shooter workshops, and seminars, for their employees. We have created this free course to help get this information out to a larger audience, as its dhss wish to get this information out to as many people as possibe. Dhs department of homeland security has developed a series of materials to assist businesses, government offices, and schools in preparing for and responding to an active shooter. Booklets, pamphlets and posters are also available to download. This roundtable will help critical infrastructure owners and operators to understand the importance of creating an emergency response plan and exercising that plan and training hourly employees on how to respond should they find themselves confronted with the danger of an active shooter incident.