"Shots Fired" Training Course

Summary

The video script discusses the importance of being prepared for an active shooter situation on a college campus. It emphasizes developing a survival mindset, which includes awareness, preparation, and rehearsal. The video explains how to quickly assess the situation, decide whether to escape, hide, or confront the shooter, and take action based on trained instincts. It also stresses the importance of reporting suspicious behavior to prevent incidents. Ultimately, the message is to take personal responsibility for safety, make informed decisions, and stay committed to survival if an incident occurs.

Takeaways

• ⚡ The possibility of an active shooter on campus may be remote, but the consequences are severe, so it's important to develop a survival mindset.
• 👀 Awareness, preparation, and rehearsal are crucial to enhancing personal safety in an active shooter situation.
• 🔊 Gunshots in real life can sound different from what we hear in movies, so it's important not to second-guess potentially life-threatening sounds.
• 🚪 If you can safely get out, leave immediately without waiting for others to validate your decision, and call authorities as soon as possible.
• 🏠 If you can’t get out, find a safe place to hide, lock doors, and turn off noise-producing devices. Blockade the door if possible.
• 🧠 Staying calm and using all your senses will help you quickly assess the situation and take appropriate actions.
• 💪 If hiding isn’t an option, and you're face-to-face with the shooter, you may have to confront and incapacitate them using any available means.
• 📞 When law enforcement arrives, remain calm, show your hands, and provide important information about the shooter and location.
• 🙋 Prevention is key—report suspicious behaviors, such as individuals showing signs of anger or blaming others, to authorities.
• 🏫 Creating a safer campus is a community effort, and everyone has a responsibility to be vigilant and help maintain a safe environment.

Q & A

What is the main objective of the video script?

The main objective of the video script is to help students and faculty develop a survival mindset in the event of an active shooter situation on campus, providing practical strategies to improve their chances of survival.

Why is it important to develop a 'survival mindset' according to the script?

Developing a survival mindset is crucial because it enables individuals to respond quickly and effectively in an active shooter situation. It helps them stay calm, make immediate decisions, and maximize their chances of survival before law enforcement arrives.

How do trained and untrained individuals typically react differently in life-threatening situations?

Trained individuals tend to feel anxious but recall what they've learned and begin preparing to act, while untrained individuals may fall into disbelief, panic, or denial, making them less likely to respond effectively.

What should you do if you hear a sound that might be gunshots?

The script advises treating any sound that might be a gunshot as a gunshot until proven otherwise. Do not second-guess it, as every second counts in such situations.

What are the three primary response options in an active shooter situation?

The three primary options are: 1) Get out if there is a clear path to safety, 2) Hide out in a secure location if you cannot escape, and 3) Take out the shooter if there is no other option and you are in immediate danger.

Why is it important not to huddle together when hiding during an active shooter situation?

Huddling together makes it easier for a shooter to target a group of people. Spreading out increases the chances of survival and makes it harder for the shooter to harm everyone in the room.

What role does 'awareness' play in preparing for an active shooter situation?

Awareness involves familiarizing yourself with your environment, noting exits, and thinking through escape routes or hiding spots. It helps you take quick, decisive action when a crisis occurs.

What are some warning signs that someone may become violent, according to the script?

Warning signs include angry or argumentative behavior, blaming others for their problems, failing to take responsibility, and collecting perceived injustices. These signs should be reported to campus authorities.

What should you do if you're in a hostage situation rather than an active shooter situation?

In a hostage situation, the script advises remaining calm, complying with the hostage taker’s instructions, and waiting for authorities to resolve the situation. Patience and compliance are key.

How should you behave when law enforcement arrives during an active shooter situation?

When law enforcement arrives, keep your hands visible, stay calm, and follow their instructions. Do not approach them or make sudden movements that could be perceived as threatening.