Lock Down vs. Shelter in Place

Lock Down

Situations where there is immediate threat to your location such as:

  • Dangerous incident in the immediate neighborhood
  • Dangerous incident close to your location
  • Any situation where you feel lock, barricade, and hide is the safest alternative

HIDE = Lock Down

  • If escape is not feasible; hide and create a stronghold
  • Lock the door, turn off the lights and close the blinds
  • Take cover behind large items
  • Silence your cell phones and turn off vibrate mode
  • Remain quiet
  • Move away from doors and windows

Shelter in Place

Situations where there is no immediate threat to your location such as:

  • Dangerous incident in the surrounding neighborhood
  • Dangerous incident at a nearby school
  • Any situation where you feel keeping your staff inside is the safest alternative

Shelter in Place Considerations

  • Close all doors and windows (no barricades)
  • Remain inside; engage in normal indoor activities
  • Keep movement outdoors to a minimum
  • Use buddy system when leaving your location
  • Communicate with your co-workers if you plan to leave