Module 3 Active Shooter & Shooter Incidents
Module 3
Active Shooter & Shooter Incidents
In Module 3, we will look at active shooter incidents and the actions needed to effectively address the mass casualty, law enforcement, and rescuer safety needs. We will also look at the proliferation of workplace violence using firearms and the threat that it imposes on emergency responders. Finally, we look at the Northern Illinois University Shooting incident and learn how to develop a departmental active shooter standard operational procedure (SOP).
Objectives
At the end of this module, you will be able to:
- Critique actions to take when confronted with an active shooter and responding law enforcement officials.
- Evaluate potential workplace violence indicators.
- Express actions to take to prevent and prepare for potential active shooter incidents
Readings
Complete all of the required readings before moving on to the Learning Activities for this module.
Fire/Emergency Medical Services Department Operational Considerations and Guide for Active Shooter and Mass Casualty Incidents Citation
The Fire/Emergency Medical Services Department Operational Considerations and Guide for Active Shooter and Mass Casualty Incidents provides critical protocols for responder safety, triage, and patient care. It emphasizes coordinated efforts with law enforcement, efficient resource allocation, and the importance of rapid, effective medical interventions to save lives in high-risk scenarios.
Videos
Watch all required videos before moving on to the Learning Activities for this module.
Active Shooter & Active Shooter Incidents
This Active Shooter & Active Shooter Incidents lecture for fire and EMS personnel focuses on responder safety, scene assessment, and rapid medical care. It emphasizes the need for coordination with law enforcement, effective triage, and swift patient transport to save lives in high-risk, dynamic situations.
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Introduction to Active Shooter Response
Watch the video "Active Shooter Response," which will help frame your response for this module's paper.
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Transcript
Learning Activities
Review all required learning materials before completing the required learning activities for this module.
Active Shooter Paper
In this assignment, you will create a SOP for an active shooter.
Next Steps
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