personal safety strategies

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Respond to an Active Shooter

How to Respond to an Active Shooter Situation

Top Takeaways and Key Concepts Run if Safe: Evacuate immediately if a safe path is available; leave belongings behind. Hide if Escape Isn’t Possible: Find a secure location, lock doors, silence devices, and remain quiet. Fight Only as a Last Resort: If confronted, act aggressively using available objects to incapacitate […]

Improvised Weapons for Protection

How to Use Improvised Weapons for Protection

Top Takeaways and Key Concepts Prioritize escape and distance: move to safe, populated areas immediately. Use everyday objects defensively as shields or to create distraction. Stay calm; take deep breaths to think clearly and act. Know local self‑defense laws to ensure legal, proportionate responses. Practice de‑escalation techniques and regular safety […]