Active Shooter
This directory provides essential articles on Active Shooter response, tailored for the EMS workforce. Topics include response protocols, coordination with law enforcement, and strategies for managing mass casualty incidents. Understanding how to effectively respond to an Active Shooter situation is critical for ensuring the safety of both victims and responders. For further reading, explore our mass casualty incident management resources, which closely relate to Active Shooter scenarios. Equip yourself with the knowledge needed to handle these high-stress situations effectively by accessing our comprehensive collection.
Discuss your guidelines and protocols for checking on the well-being of a patient
The incident command structure and coordination with multiple hospitals saved lives
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Government guidelines recommend having police escort medics into the ‘warm zone’ — are you ready?
We need to stop sticking our heads in the safety sand
Think back to the last time you had to physically exert yourself on a call
Mass fatality tragedies like the 2012 school shooting Conn. can happen anywhere, so we must be prepared
After suppressing the urge to gather up my children, I refocused my energy towards active shooter preparedness
How will you respond when your community needs you in its darkest moment?
Just like your department regularly trains for mass-casualty incidents on the freeway, it should also train for active-shooter/mass fatality incidents
Students, staff, and faculty react to the deadly shooting spree that killed 33 people
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