Active Shooter: Run, Hide, Fight
Colleges and universities are becoming better equipped to deal with an active shooter or assailant on campus. Although it’s not something faculty and staff encounter often, they must be prepared to handle possible threats. This course is designed to familiarize course takers with the warning signs that someone may become violent. It will also introduce the concept of run, hide, fight during an active shooter situation. Topics covered include situational awareness, emergency assessment, and run, hide, fight procedures.
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Course Details
Learning Objectives
- Discuss situational awareness
- Explore how to assess an emergency situation
- Review the run, hide, fight procedure
Specs
- English (US)
- Spanish (US)
- Spanish (European)
- Spanish (Mexican)
- French (Canada)
- French (European)
- Arabic
- Chinese (Simplified Mandarin)
- Chinese (Traditional Mandarin)
- Filipino Tagalog
- German
- Hindi
- Italian
- Japanese
- Korean
- Portuguese (Brazilian)
- Portuguese (European
- Russian
- Thai
- Vietnamese
Frequently Asked Questions
How can faculty and staff prepare for an active shooter situation?
Preparation starts with awareness and training. Faculty and staff should participate in any active shooter response training or emergency preparedness programs provided by the institution. It’s essential to be familiar with your surroundings—know multiple exit routes from classrooms, offices, and common areas. Make sure you’re enrolled in campus alert systems to receive real-time emergency updates. Reviewing and understanding your institution’s emergency response protocols will help you make informed, quick decisions to protect yourself and others during a crisis.
Do universities have active shooter response plans in place?
Yes, most accredited colleges and universities have comprehensive emergency response plans that include procedures for active shooter scenarios. These plans typically involve coordinated responses with local law enforcement, lockdown procedures, evacuation protocols, and communication systems to keep the campus community informed. Students, faculty, and staff are encouraged to review these plans and know their roles during a crisis.
Do universities have active shooter response plans in place?
Yes, most accredited colleges and universities have comprehensive emergency response plans that include procedures for active shooter scenarios. These plans typically involve coordinated responses with local law enforcement, lockdown procedures, evacuation protocols, and communication systems to keep the campus community informed. Students, faculty, and staff are encouraged to review these plans and know their roles during a crisis.
What should faculty, staff, and college students do if they hear gunshots or receive an active shooter alert?
If you hear gunfire or receive an active shooter alert, respond immediately. Quickly assess the situation and move away from the threat if it is safe. If evacuation isn’t possible, find a secure location to shelter in place—lock doors, turn off lights, silence your phone, and remain quiet. Do not open the door until authorized personnel, such as law enforcement, signal that it is safe. Acting decisively and following emergency protocols can protect both yourself and others.
How will I be notified during an active shooter situation on campus?
Most colleges utilize mass notification systems to alert students, faculty, and staff in real time. These systems may include text messages, emails, loudspeaker announcements, and mobile app notifications. Ensure you’re signed up to receive campus alerts and keep your contact information current. These alerts provide critical information on what actions to take and where to find safety.
Sample Video Transcript
Shooting incidents can result in emotional and physical distress, bodily harm, and even death. These incidents can also disrupt the learning process. Colleges and universities are increasingly becoming more aware of the possibility of an active shooter or assailant on campus. The good news is that colleges are becoming better equipped to deal with such dangers. Although most students will never encounter a shooter situation, you must be prepared. Students must be vigilant and familiar with warning signs that someone may pose a threat.
This course is designed to familiarize you with the warning signs that someone may become violent. You’ll also learn about running, hiding, and fighting during an active shooter situation. We will discuss situational awareness, explore how to assess an emergency situation, and review run, hide, fight procedures. At the end of the course, you’ll have a chance to test what you’ve learned with a short quiz. So, if you’re ready, let’s begin.
