Recognizing and Preventing Workplace Violence
No "profile" exists to predict at-risk and potentially violent persons, but signs and flags most often are present prior to violent acts. These signs and flags may be observed in the person's thinking, emotions, and/or behaviors and allow for reporting and intervention in informal and formal violence risk assessment procedures. These are covered, as well as the barriers to reporting or taking action.
The Active Shooter: A Behavioral Perspective
The nature of violence and violent behavior is explained and case studies from workplaces and school/campus settings are discussed. Learn about the copycat effect. Focus on the behavior of offenders and the pathway to violence.
The Five Phases of an Active Shooter
Examine what occurs before shots are fired. Understanding this enables the planning team to make effective and definitive decisions regarding their emergency response.
Shots Fired: Guidance for Surviving an Active Shooter Situation
Explore strategies to help YOU survive an active shooter situation whether in the workplace, school, or other venue.
The Active Shooter Versus the Hostage Taker
Case examples are used to discuss and describe the motivations of offenders in both situations. Strategies for negotiation and hostage survival are highlighted.
The Role of Law Enforcement: Tactical Response, the Development of Active Shooter Teams
The tragedy at Columbine High School was a turning point for law enforcement training and resulted in the instigation of the largest change in police tactics. Response protocols are discussed at length.
Crisis Management: Corporate Response to the Active Shooter
Tabletop exercises are used to facilitate discussions about the development of effective active shooter crisis management protocols. One company's program is highlighted. Best practices
Emergency Plans for responding to an Active Shooter Situation
Be better able to identify what works best for your facility after examining guidelines for proper response techniques, methods of employee notification, and evacuation and lock down strategies.