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SafetyUpdated 4/9/2025·5,212 views

Active Shooter Response (Run, Hide, Fight)

Quick answer

Run if you can, hide if you cannot, fight only as a last resort. Call 911 as soon as it is safe.

Full procedure

  1. 1Review the Active Shooter Response (Run, Hide, Fight) standard on the department portal before you begin.
  2. 2Confirm you have the required access, PPE, or tooling for the task.
  3. 3Run if you can, hide if you cannot, fight only as a last resort. Call 911 as soon as it is safe.
  4. 4Complete each step in sequence — do not skip or reorder.
  5. 5Record completion in the system of record (log, ticket, or checklist).
  6. 6Escalate any deviation from the standard through the escalation path.
  7. 7Debrief the team lead at handoff on anything unusual.

Common mistakes & exceptions

  • Skipping the WMS/system logging step — every action must have a system record.
  • Not photographing exceptions before escalating.
  • Assuming verbal approval is enough — always capture the ticket or form ID.

Escalation path & subject matter expert

Escalate to
Safety Shift Lead
Ext. 4122 · Slack #safety
Subject matter expert
Priya R. — Safety

Frequently asked questions

Required forms

  • Active Shooter Response (Run, Hide, Fight) Log
    SAF-267

My private notes

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Revision history

  1. 2025-04-09
    Version 1.6 republished by Chloe Martin.
  2. 2026-09-22
    Reviewed for annual compliance.
  3. 2024-11-04
    Initial publication.
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