10-13 Threat To School Safety Flashcards
What is mandatory upon becoming aware of an incident that might necessitate a school Lockdown, Hold and Secure, or Shelter in Place?
Supervisory Officer attendance
This ensures that a proper response is initiated and coordinated.
What must police officers do before commencing any investigation in a school?
Report to the main school office
This is outlined in the Police / School Board Protocol.
When a police officer becomes aware of a violent crime that may affect school safety, whom must they advise?
The principal
The principal makes decisions regarding school safety measures.
Fill in the blank: The decision to initiate a _____________ is made by the school principal.
school Lockdown, Hold and Secure, or Shelter in Place
What are examples of situations that might initiate a school Lockdown?
- A person attacking someone with a knife in a school
- A person using or threatening to use a gun on school property
These scenarios pose direct threats to student and staff safety.
What might initiate a Hold and Secure?
- A suspect with a weapon in the vicinity of a school
- A search near a school for a violent offender
- A serious motor vehicle accident requiring traffic control
These situations necessitate heightened security without full lockdown.
True or False: If there is a report of a person carrying a concealed weapon on school property, police should always advise a Lockdown.
False
If there is no immediate threat, initiating a Lockdown may provoke a violent response.
What is an example of a situation that might initiate a Shelter in Place?
Hazardous material around the building
In such cases, evacuation may not be safe.
What are the three categories of movement restriction that may be implemented in a school?
- Lockdown
- Hold and Secure
- Shelter in Place
What should the Incident Commander ensure when developing a communication strategy during an emergency?
- Intended audience
- Information to include
- Form of communication
- Accessibility of communication
These factors are crucial for effective communication.
What are the responsibilities of a police officer when attending a school to conduct an investigation?
- Report to the main school office
- In exigent circumstances, initiate an Immediate Rapid Response
These steps are critical for proper protocol adherence.
What must a Supervisory Officer do upon being notified of a Lockdown?
- Comply with Procedure 10–01
- Attend the school
- Assess the need to assume the role of Incident Commander
This ensures effective leadership during the incident.
What does Immediate Rapid Response mean?
Officers enter the school to stop an immediate threat to life
This is conducted in accordance with their training.
Define Lockdown in the context of school safety.
All movement in and out of the school is restricted due to an immediate threat inside or on school property.
What is a Parent Staging Area?
A location where parents can report to and await details during an emergency
This area is ideally off-site from the immediate threat.
