I just received an email from someone I know who works for a large non-profit organization that has responsibility for over 100 children a day for after school programs. What with all the talk of Connecticut tragedy, she wanted to know what was the organizations plan for an armed intruder.

Here is the plan for an armed intruder/hostage situation

-Call 911
-Take Cover immediately
-Instruct children to remain on the floor until police give instructions
-Cooperate with the armed individual. Do not approach them. Move SLOWLY.
-Do not try to be a hero and overpower or threaten suspect.
-Do what is possible to ensure the safety of the members and staff.
-Notify the Director
-If person is an intruder, ask for ID and direct or accompany to the office.
-report suspect's location at the faclity, type of weapon and provide a description.
-If hostage situation develops, remove all bystanders from the area.
-Take attendance.

I won't include the emailers comments, but would be interested in hearing your opinions.
Thanks,
Stonecove