Resource: Download the above list of flyers with links as a guide to School Safety Preparedness here
Tag: Planning
Door Locking Mechanism (FMO) [November 2022]
As a best practice, the School Safety Preparedness Task Force recommends securing all interiordoors with a door locking mechanism such that the door can be locked from both sides and unlockedfrom inside without a key, tool, or special knowledge. Resource: Download the Door Locking mechanism here
Emergency Evacuation Go Kits (HSEM) [October 2022]
In case of an emergency evacuation, it is critical that every classroom and the administration maintaina “go kit,” a self-contained and portable stockpile of emergency supplies, often placed in a backpack orbucket and left in a readily accessible but secure location so that it is ready to “go.” The school safety planshould reference the go …
Child Exploitation Resources for the K-12 Community (Schoolsafety.gov) [February 2023]
Protect children from exploitation by recognizing the risk factors and warning signs, knowing how to respond, and supporting students who have been victimized. Child exploitation can take many forms and affect young people of any background, demographic, or geographic location. Victimization can take place directly on school ground as well as through online or social …
Foundations of Targeted Violence Prevention eLearning (DHS) [February 2023]
DHS, Wisconsin DOJ, and Wisconsin DPI Partner to Launch Targeted Violence Prevention Course Washington, DC – The Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Office of Intelligence and Analysis, National Threat Evaluation and Reporting (NTER) Office has partnered with the Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI) to release an eLearning module …
Creating, Practicing, and Implementing Plans for Family Reunification Before, During and After an Emergency (REMS TA) [January 2023]
Emergency management planning is very important because many incidents, whether caused by hazards or threats, are unpredictable. When unpredictable incidents occur, they may prevent a normal school dismissal, thereby making it difficult for families to reunite with students. A Family Reunification Appendix can be created as a part of a school emergency operations plan (EOP) …
Public Information Officer – Resources (NH HSEM) [December 2022]
FEMA – Emergency Management Institute (EMI) The Emergency Management Institute (EMI) Public Information Officer (PIO) training program is designed to provide PIOs with the essential knowledge, skills, and abilities to support proper decision-making by delivering the right message, to the right people, at the right time. Public information is a vital function in disaster operations …
School Readiness Training & Exercise Program (NH HSEM) [December 2022]
The purpose of conducting trainings/ exercises is to assess, practice, and improve in the five phases of the preparedness cycle which include prevention, mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery from school-based incidents in a no-fault environment. It is recommended that schools participate in activities year round to allow for a continuous cycle of process improvement for emergency readiness. The School Readiness Program is able to assist in these efforts.
Scripted Messages and Emergency Notifications (NH HSEM) [November 2022]
The best practice for your school’s scripted messages and emergency notifications is to work in partnership with local first responder agencies to create an outreach plan and predetermine how information will be approved for release and who will provide that information. The following recommendations are provided as a guide to school staff who will conduct …
Best Practice Considerations for Armed Assailant Drills in Schools (NASP) [October 2022]
The National Association of School Psychologists, the National Association of School Resource Officers, and Safe and Sound Schools have partnered to provide updated guidance on Best Practice Considerations for Armed Assailant Drills in Schools. The author organizations represent key stakeholders in school safety and crisis planning, preparedness, and implementation. We have expertise and extensive first-hand experience with …
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