What to Do in an Active Shooter Situation: RUN, HIDE, FIGHTWhen an active shooter is in your vicinity, quickly determine the most reasonable way to protect your own life. Students, employees and visitors are likely to follow the directions of instructors, supervisors and administrators during an active shooter situation.(Download a posterwith steps to follow in case of an armed individual.)EMPLOYEES AND STUDENTS: WATCH THE VIDEO IN EDGE LEARNINGWatch public video Run Your first option when confronted with an active shooter is to run.If you hear gunshots and have a clear exit in the opposite direction, evacuating away from the sounds may be the best option.Leave your belongings behind (take keys and phones only if it doesn’t delay your escape).Keep your hands visible.Evacuate to a safe location.Do not pull the fire alarm. Hide Your second option is to hide.Find a room to hide in and do whatever you can to make the room seem empty.Lock the door, close the blinds, turn off the lights, sta...
