Active Shooter Preparedness Training. Safety Tips

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1 Active Shooter Preparedness Training Safety Tips

2 INTRODUCTION An active shooter scenario occurs when one or more persons are present on the university grounds whose only objective is to cause serious injury or death to as many people as possible by the use of a firearm. 2

3 HISTORY - School Shootings University of Texas - August 1, killed; 31 wounded California State University - July 12, killed; 2 wounded Virginia Polytechnic University - April 16, killed; 25 wounded Northern Illinois University - February 14, killed; 18 wounded Columbine High School April 20, 1999** 13 killed; 23 wounded (** Note: Police tactics for dealing with active shooters change as a result of this shooting.) Sandy Hook Elementary School - December 14, killed; 2 wounded 3

4 St. John s University - September 26, 2007 Gunman on campus No one harmed or injured Lessons learned ST. JOHN S UNIVERSITY 4

5 MURDER RATES Students and Non-Students 18-to-24 Years Old 5

6 Public Safety Officers Assistance from other STJ Departments New York City Police Department One Call Brings it All RESPONSE 6

7 POLICE RESPONSE Generally, there is no pattern concerning which victim will be selected by the intruder. Scenarios of this type tend to escalate very quickly and will require the immediate response from armed law enforcement officers to contain and stop the incident. 7

8 EMERGENCY NOTIFICATION Reports on current conditions, information and instructions Voice / Text broadcasts MIR 3 System PA Systems throughout all buildings on Queens, Staten Island and Manhattan campuses Telephones in each classroom with 911 access St. John s University Web Mail and/or direct MySJU Customer Service Center phone banks (staffed with essential personnel, as needed) On campus video monitors/banner screens Posted bulletins & flyers 8

9 EMERGENCY NOTIFICATION (CONTINUED) Campus Emergency Information Hotlines STJ-2499 University Emergency bulletins (Campus Customer Service Center messages can be recorded) The St. John s web site: If a voice or text message is sent while on the site, a pop up window with the message or emergency will appear 9

10 EMERGENCY NOTIFICATION (CONTINUED) St. John s University Command Center

11 SURVIVAL TIPS TIPS on what you can do to minimize your chances of becoming a victim. Although no advice can provide guaranteed protection, the following are suggestions you can take in order to protect yourself and minimize your chances of becoming a victim. 10

12 OUTSIDE SHOOTING INCIDENT 1. Immediately run into a building, enter a room and lock the door, if possible. 2. Drop anything you are carrying that may slow you down. 3. Use a tree, vehicle, mailbox, etc. for cover and concealment from the gunman. 12

13 COVER AND CONCEALMENT Difference between cover and concealment Cover: is something of substantial thickness and weight that will stop a bullet. Inside, office furniture and equipment such as vending machines, copy machines and file cabinets can stop many types of bullets. Outside, hide behind a tree, vehicles, fire hydrants or landscape stones. Concealment: is something that will block you from the view of the gunman. Soft wall cubicles and desks may conceal but provide no substantial ballistic protection. 12

14 OUTSIDE SHOOTING INCIDENT (CONTINUED) 4. If you are caught out in the open get on the ground and lay flat, do not move until the gunman has left the area. 5. As soon as possible call 911 and tell the police where you are and if you need any medical attention. 6. Provide a detailed description of the assailant and the direction last observed traveling. 13

15 INSIDE SHOOTING INCIDENT 1. Stay and shelter in place or get to a room that can be locked or barricaded. 2. Reinforce the door with furniture, desks, file cabinets, tables, chairs or the largest and heaviest items available. Tie the door shut, if necessary. 3. Turn off the lights and computer monitors, close the blinds and cover door windows with an opaque cover. 15

16 INSIDE SHOOTING INCIDENT (CONTINUED) 4. Keep as quiet as possible. Stay low near a wall away from the door and windows. Place your back against an impenetrable wall, e.g., brick or cinderblock, if possible. 5. Place all cellular phones on silent. 6. Call 911 as soon as possible. Give your exact location to the police. Tell them how many there are with you and if anyone needs medical attention. 15

17 INSIDE SHOOTING INCIDENT (CONTINUED) 7. If you are caught inside a classroom with students... Recognize you are the authority figure students will look to you for guidance Barricade the classroom door Close the lights Pull the shades Inform students to remain quiet Silence all cell phones and laptops Stay away from windows and doors Position students against a wall that provides ballistic cover (preferably concrete not sheetrock) 16

18 8. BE OBSERVANT! Describe the assailant if you have observed first-hand. INSIDE SHOOTING INCIDENT (CONTINUED) 17

19 INSIDE SHOOTING INCIDENT 9. Do not open the door to any voice commands even if you recognize the voice. (CONTINUED) 10. Wait until you are sure the Police or Public Safety are present before opening the door. If unsure, call 911 to confirm that law enforcement officers have arrived. 18

20 SHOULD YOU TAKE ACTION? As a last resort and only when your life is in imminent danger and there is no other option left. Attempt to incapacitate the active shooter. Act with physical aggression and throw items at the active shooter, for example, heavy objects such as a coat rack, chairs, books, etc. 19

21 WHAT TO DO WHEN POLICE ARRIVE 1. Follow the instructions of the police officers exactly. 2. Keep your hands visible at all times. 3. Do not touch anything at the crime scene. 20

22 WHAT TO DO WHEN POLICE ARRIVE (CONTINUED) 4. Avoid making quick movements towards the officers. 5. Do not grab onto the officers at any time. 6. Avoid screaming or yelling! ****Be prepared for officers to bypass you and immediately engage the shooter**** 21

23 WHAT TO DO WHEN POLICE ARRIVE (CONTINUED) 7. REMAIN ON THE SCENE - Do not leave campus until you are instructed to do so by the police or Public Safety personnel. 8. Remember you may be a witness to a crime and may be required to speak with investigators. 22

24 REMEMBER TO STAY CALM Follow these tips during an emergency and your chance of becoming a victim may be greatly reduced. Thank You! 23

25 Credits Presenter: Captain Ralph Pascullo, Public Safety Produced by: St. John s University Human Resources Training and Development Staff in conjunction with the TV, Film and Radio Center. Cameras: Kurt Cruz and Carolyn Rutigliano Editor: Rich Martinez Special thanks to: Greg Bogart, Production Manager St. John s University,