AVOID
AVOID the threat.
This starts with your state of mind:
- Pay attention to your surroundings.
- Have an exit plan.
- If you can, move or run away from the threat as quickly as possible.
- Try to create as much distance as possible between you and the threat.
- If you can't run, ask for help. Look for ways to DENY access to your location.
- If the situation requires it, move quietly to AVOID detection.
- Once you're in a safe place, call 911 and provide as much detail as possible.
DENY
DENY access to your location.
When getting away is difficult or impossible:
- Keep as much distance between you and the threat as you can.
- Lock doors to prevent entry or slow down the attacker.
- Turn off the lights and stay out of sight.
- Barricade doors with furniture, equipment, and heavy objects.
- Look for alternate exits. If safe to do so, you may need to break windows.
- If there are no other exits, get behind solid objects that can provide cover.
- Silence your phone and stay quiet.
- Text 911 and type in your exact location.
DEFEND
DEFEND yourself.
When you can't avoid the threat or deny access to your location:
- You have the right to defend yourself.
- If you're with others, work together to make a quick plan to disarm or disable the attacker.
- Look for objects you can use as makeshift weapons.
- Be aggressive and fully commit to your actions.
- Use every advantage against the attacker.
- This is about SURVIVAL.
AID
AID those around you.
Once you are safe, help others who may have been injured.
- Call or text 911 first and provide your exact location.
- Try to stay calm and focused.
- Remember, help is on the way.
