Hazmat Drills in Schools: What to Do, What Not to Do, and What Actually Works
Hazmat Drills Are Still a Mystery for Most Schools Ask most school staff what to do during a hazmat drill, and you’ll get blank stares or a confused mix of
Hazmat Drills Are Still a Mystery for Most Schools Ask most school staff what to do during a hazmat drill, and you’ll get blank stares or a confused mix of
Calling 911 Isn’t a Medical Plan If something goes wrong during a service, chest pain, choking, or a fall, your team’s first move can’t just be “call 911 and pray
Reunification Is Still the Weakest Link Most schools have evacuation plans. Many have lockdown procedures. But very few have a working reunification process that holds up under real pressure. In
The Terms Are Simple…The Execution Isn’t Most school staff can tell you the difference between a lockdown and a secure drill when asked in a meeting. But during real incidents,
Whenever an armed civilian stops an active shooter, the story spreads fast. So do the doubts. People often ask: These are valid concerns. But when you look at actual data
When someone opens fire in a public place, every second matters. While law enforcement plays a central role in response, it’s often armed civilians, those legally carrying, that are first
When faced with an active threat, barricading can serve as a critical tactic to protect lives. By creating physical barriers between an attacker and potential victims, individuals gain valuable time
Frequent alerts caused by recurring incidents—like the “bailout” situations near Uvalde CISD schools—can desensitize staff and compromise the effectiveness of emergency response protocols. Incorporating the Standard Response Protocol (SRP) into
Communication is a cornerstone of effective emergency management in schools, and other sectors for that matter. When critical incidents occur, the ability to quickly and effectively share information can make
When it comes to security, private schools often operate with greater flexibility than their public counterparts. Unlike public schools, which must follow state-mandated safety and security standards, private schools are
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