Active Shooter scenario

While highly unlikely, the possibility of a violent incident occurring at Georgian is a reality. If you ever find yourself in harm’s way, the most important thing you can do is take quick and decisive action. In this video, you’ll learn steps to take if you encounter an active shooter or person posing an immediate threat to life on campus. What is an active shooter? An active shooter is someone engaged in killing or attempting to kill people in a confined and populated area. In most cases, there is no apparent pattern or method to how they choose their victims. Active shooter situations can be over within 10 to 15 minutes. For this reason, it’s important you’re prepared to take the actions necessary to protect yourself. Warning This video simulates the conditions you could experience during an active shooter event. Some may find the content disturbing. We recommend you watch the video with a friend or colleague so you can talk about it after. If you think you need to speak with a professional, there are resources available: · Students can access free and confidential counselling services at Georgian or contact Good2Talk at 1.866.925.5454 – a 24/7 postsecondary student helpline that offers free professional and anonymous support · Members of Georgian staff can access the Employee Assistance Program through Shepell at 1.800.387.4765 · The Simcoe County Crisis Response Service, including a mobile crisis unit, is also available 24/7 to Barrie and area residents at 705.728.5044 or 1.888.893.8333 · Dial 211 to connect with other local organizations in your community Questions about campus safety If you have any questions, concerns or simply wish to speak with a member of Campus Safety and Security, call 705.722.5100 or ext. 5100 from within the college. To report a violent situation, call 705.722.4000 or ext. 4000 from within the college. Lockdown procedure Georgian’s lockdown procedure provides direction on how to make informed decisions under extreme circumstances. The procedure emphasizes three courses of action addressed in this video and recommended by emergency planning experts and police: 1. Escape, if possible 2. Hide and barricade, if escape is not possible 3. Fight, as a last resort Learn more and read the procedure at GeorgianCollege.ca/lockdown.