Video addresses surviving an extreme violence incident

Training can make the difference


Being aware of your surroundings and knowing what to do is crucial in an extreme violence incident at a healthcare facility, according to an article on the Campus Safety website.

Being aware of surroundings and knowing what to do before an incident happens can mean the difference between life and death in that type of situation. 

The Center for Personal Protection and Safety (CPPS) has developed a training video — "When Lightning Strikes: How to Recognize and Respond to an Extreme Violence Event."

Video topics include:

• Understanding key individual response strategies for surviving an extreme violence event

• Knowing what to do when law enforcement arrives

Read the article.

 

 



February 22, 2018


Topic Area: Security


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