Active Shooter

• If there is an escape path attempt to evacuate.

• Evacuate whether others agree to or not.

• Leave your valuables behind.

• Help others to escape if you can do so safely.

• Attempt to keep others from entering the area.

• Call 911 when you are safe.

• If running is not an option, hide in an area out of the shooter’s view.

• Block entry to your hiding place. Lock or jam the door, pile up furniture, do anything to discourage entry.

• Silence all mobile devices.

• Remain quiet.
• Try to hide in a location that blocks the shooter's view, provides protection, and allows you room to move if needed.Take 

• As a last resort, and only when your life is in imminent danger, attempt to incapacitate the shooter.

• Act with physical aggression. In this situation, your best defense is to surprise your attacker by going on the offensive.

• Throw items at the shooter, try to knock the weapon away, physically assault the assailant – do whatever it takes to survive.

As soon as it is safe to do so, call for help. Stay calm and provide the following information:

• Location of the shooter;

• Number of shooters;

• Physical description of shooters;

• Number and the type of weapons being used;

• Number of potential victims at the location.

• Remain calm and follow all instructions.
• Put down any items in your hands (bags, jackets, anything) so responders don’t mistake it for a weapon.
• Raise your hands, keep them visible and spread your fingers.
• Avoid quick movements towards officers and do not hold on to them.
• Avoid pointing, screaming or yelling.
• Do not stop to ask officers for help or assistance with exiting, unless directed to do so by an officer.

• The Office of Public Safety provides the College Community with training in how to handle an active shooter emergency.
• Training can be tailored for individual Offices and Departments.
• To request more information on Active Shooter training or to schedule a training date please Email the Office of Public Safety