Responding to Active Shooting

While we mostly associate active shooter(s) scenario with America, it’s a possibility that such situation could arise in any country.

In the event that you (as a civilian) find yourself in such a scenario, consider these principles, in order of preference

𝑹𝒖𝒏 𝑯𝒊𝒅𝒆 𝑭𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒕

𝑹𝒖𝒏: Look for the nearest exit and leave the building as quickly as you can. Leave any bulky items behind and head out and away from the site. Once you had established a safe spot, notify the local emergency services.

𝑯𝒊𝒅𝒆: If exits are blocked or when it’s not practical to leave, find spots to hide. Thereafter, source for ways to barricade the room (if you are in one). Mute your phone and turn it off till you find an opportune time to use it. Use tables, cabinets , shelves etc to your advantage.

𝑭𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒕: Only as the last resort for survival. Appear as a submissive victim and do not agitate the shooter any further. If you do have to engage , use anything that you could lay your hands on from pens to cups and with Speed, Surprise and Violence of action and try to bring the shooter down.

Upon entry by the enforcement forces, identify yourself as a hostage/victim and comply with all instructions given to avoid friendly fire/engagement. Raising your empty hands often help enforcement forces to distinguish the threat level that they are facing.

We also offer customised courses for such cases and feel free to contact us if you are keen to know how to increase your fighting odds.