Intruder

1. When a threat of harm to individuals, students, or employees is identified, a “lockdown” will be implemented immediately.

2. If an employee or student hears gunshots or sees someone with a weapon, do not investigate the situation. Call law enforcement immediately and report the incident. If possible, give a description of the person and his/her location in the building.

3. If an armed individual comes into the classroom:

• a. Notify law enforcement, if possible.
• b. Do as the gunman demands.
• c. Do not make any sudden moves that may frighten the intruder.
• d. Never argue.
• e. Take your time.
• f. Keep your class or group as calm as possible.
• g. Physical force should not be used unless someone’s life is in imminent danger.
• h. Talk to the gunman.
  • 1. Learn as much as you can about the gunman.
  • 2. Keep the gunman’s attention on you, not on your students/group.
  • 3. If more than one person is involved, concentrate only on one person.
• i. Be observant.
  • 1. Mentally record a detailed description of the individual/weapon.
  • 2. Identify a distinctive feature and concentrate on that one item.
  • 3. Remember what objects the intruder touches and preserve.
  • 4. Preserve the crime scene and never touch, move, or disturb.
• j. If the gunman starts shooting:
  • 1. Tell students to get down and lie on the floor.
  • 2. Take cover on the floor and/or behind equipment.

4. Emergency phone numbers are posted by each emergency phone at various entrances.