When the Active Shooter Strikes

61 Minutes

Since the 1999 shootout at Columbine, active shooter incidents have seen an alarming increase. These incidents have not only affected those who were directly involved but also the society as a whole. It has now become imperative to join hands with the law enforcement in order to face this challenge head on.

In this webinar, you will hear the Former Deputy Administrator of FEMA talk about the best ways to deal with active shooter incidents using a combination of teamwork and technology; emphasizing on the roles of by-standers, first responders, and social media as well as the local law enforcement.

What You Will Learn

• The active shooter problem and the appropriate response
• The importance of training
• Technology and risk mitigation
• Use of social media during a crisis
• Emergency response planning and policy
• Post-incident response and follow-up solutions

Who Should Watch

Administrators of schools, movie theatres, businesses — of any large establishment; law enforcement professionals and members of the ASIS; members of the public who want to learn about how they can contribute to saving lives in a time of crisis.

Presenter

Richard Serino, Visiting Fellow, Harvard National Preparedness Leadership Initiative and Former Deputy Administrator (2009–14), FEMA and Chief, Boston EMS (retired)