During an active shooter situation, the building occupants should immediately call _______ if safe to do so.

During an active shooter situation, the building occupants should immediately call _______ if safe to do so.

• A. 911 & FLS Director / other designated FLS staff
• B. 911 only
• C. Local police
• D. Building security

Answer: (A)

During an active shooter event, quick, coordinated action is essential. First, call 911 as soon as it’s safe to do so to summon police and emergency medical help to your location. At the same time, alert the Building FLS Director or another designated FLS staff member so the facility can enact its safety procedures, communicate with occupants, and coordinate with responders. This dual contact ensures that help arrives promptly and the building’s internal response—like lockdowns, evacuations, or shelter procedures—can be implemented effectively. Relying on only one channel can delay either external assistance or internal coordination.

During an active shooter event, quick, coordinated action is essential. First, call 911 as soon as it’s safe to do so to summon police and emergency medical help to your location. At the same time, alert the Building FLS Director or another designated FLS staff member so the facility can enact its safety procedures, communicate with occupants, and coordinate with responders. This dual contact ensures that help arrives promptly and the building’s internal response—like lockdowns, evacuations, or shelter procedures—can be implemented effectively. Relying on only one channel can delay either external assistance or internal coordination.