Lockdown

In the event of a lockdown, the priority is to get away from exposed areas and avoid being seen. There is a checklist in each area that could be subject to a lockdown.

For a safe lockdown, proceed as follows:

• Shelter in the nearest room.
• Lock and barricade the door with chairs, tables, desks, etc.
• If the door has a window, cover it.
• Turn off the lights.
• Stay away from doors and windows. Shelter along a wall or anywhere else you can find where the armed person will not see or hear you. The best place to shelter is along a solid brick or concrete wall, for example.
• Lie on the ground behind something that will protect you.
• Turn your cell phone to silent. Only send urgent texts or emails.
• Do not let anyone in, for any reason.
• Wait for the police to come and help you evacuate. Be patient. You might not be able to leave for several hours.