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Run – When an Active Shooter is in vicinity
- If there is an escape path, get out
- Evacuate whether others agree to or not
- Leave behind your belongings
- Help others escape if possible, but do not endanger yourself
- Prevent others from entering the area
- Call 911 when you are in a safe place
Hide – if an evacuation is not possible
- Hide out of shooter’s sight
- Lock and/or barricade door
- Hide behind large objects
- Remain very quiet and silence your electronic devices
- Avoid being trapped or restricting your options for movement
- Call 911 as soon as possible
Fight – Only as a last resort and only if your life is in danger
- Attempt to incapacitate the shooter
- Act with physical aggression
- Improvise weapons
Which is the right option?
- Best practices and research helps
- Each option presents risk
- The ability to make an informed decision is key
- DPSS wants you to have options to remain safe if you encounter a dangerous or threatening person
- Having options permits you to make an informed decision to take action which could save your life and the lives of others
RUN – HIDE – FIGHT
More information and training is available from DPSS at:
https://www.dpss.umich.edu/content/prevention-education/safety-tips/active-attacker