Free Self-Assessment

People know when to initiate, can secure space quickly, and understand positioning and movement.

Exterior threat procedures are clear, exterior access can be controlled, and normal operations can continue safely.

People understand how shelter procedures differ by hazard such as weather, smoke, or external hazmat.

Internal movement can be controlled quickly while maintaining supervision and continuity.

Multiple routes exist, relocation sites are identified, and evacuation does not end in exposed gathering areas.

People are encouraged to report concerning behavior, hazards, suspicious persons, and pre-attack indicators.

Clear methods exist for reporting concerns, and people know exactly who to contact and how.

People are empowered to take reasonable protective action when necessary instead of relying only on reporting.

Reports are documented, evaluated, and acted on rather than ignored or delayed.

Leaders can quickly recognize violence, choose the right protective action, and communicate clearly.

Unknown individuals are noticed, challenged or reported appropriately, and movement is controlled.

Personnel can control the area, protect bystanders, and summon assistance without escalating the incident.

The organization can identify grievance-based, domestic, or fixation behaviors before escalation.

People know routes, secondary routes, smoke considerations, and when not to evacuate blindly.

Personnel can adjust if the primary route is blocked or if exiting creates a greater risk.

Relocation sites are secure, practical, and appropriate for the organization and population served.

People can quickly account for staff, occupants, visitors, students, or patients after evacuation.

Appropriate personnel maintain CPR / AED certification and can respond without delay.

Bleeding-control kits are accessible and people know how to use them.

Emergency medical response roles are understood and responders can be directed to the exact location.

Mobility, pediatric, elderly, clinical, or behavioral needs have been built into planning.

People can recognize warning signs such as odor, smoke, symptoms, weather alerts, or chemical exposure.

Decision-makers understand when to shelter and when to evacuate based on the specific hazard.

Interior refuge areas are identified and movement procedures are practiced.

The organization can continue safely or transition operations during power, water, HVAC, or structural issues.

Training goes beyond awareness and includes practical decision-making under stress.

Drills are not purely scripted; they include variation, problem-solving, and realism appropriate to the setting.

At least one major exercise or realistic multi-party event is conducted periodically.

Drills and incidents lead to debriefs, corrective actions, and documented improvement.

Personnel can clearly communicate where they are without confusion or vague directions.

A standardized interior wayfinding or labeling system supports fast navigation.

Responders can move through the facility with minimal delay and limited dependence on escorts.

Floor plans, entry points, access issues, and response expectations are coordinated ahead of time.