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Lockdown: what to do in the event of an active shooter

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  • By Staff Sgt. Jacob Corbin
  • 14th Flying Training Wing Public Affairs
While this weeks Air Education and Training Command's Active Shooter exercise is on the foremost of most members minds, it is important to remember and understand the proper procedures during an active shooter not only during an exercise, but in the event of a real-world incident.

The procedures for an active shooter incident are divided into three categories: Lockdown, Stay Put and All Clear.

Lockdown
The Air Force Base is under emergency lockdown due to an Active Shooter on base ... TAKE COVER.

If indoors:
Move to the nearest office
Lock/barricade doors
Take adequate cover under/behind furniture
Stay calm, quiet and out of sight
DO NOT attempt to move wounded personnel

If driving:
Park off roadway
Lock doors
Keep out of sight.

If outside:
Get down
Keep out of sight.

Stay Put
Authorities believe the gunman has been subdued, however, stay where you are.

Do NOT leave your facility unless directed. It is permissible to move inside your present facility, remain clear of exterior windows.

Recovery personnel (fire/medical) will be in your area to assist. Members of recovery teams should expect to be recalled.

All Clear
Gunman has been subdued and base is secure, emergency/recovery actions are completed.

It is now safe to move outside your facility.

Other Information:
Columbus AFB members can expect to be notified by the on-base "giant voice" system; AdHoc Information Systems; e-mail; and through social media.

To get updates about ongoing incidents contact the installation public affairs office for the latest news; listen to new "giant voice" messages; monitor the commander's channel (channel 64), and follow the installation Facebook and Twitter Web sites.