Feds encourage active shooter training following shooting

The Office of the Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response encourages a review its planning and response guide


A federal agency is encouraging active shooter drills for nursing homes after a deadly incident at a Chicago hospital, according to an article on the McKnights website.

The Office of the Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response is encouraging a review its planning and response guide.

An emergency room doc, pharmacist and police officer all died after a gunman opened fire at Mercy Hospital and Medical Center on the afternoon of Nov. 21. 

At least five shootings have already occurred in or around healthcare facilities this year.

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December 19, 2018


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