Active Shooter Awareness
Last Updated 10/2025
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What you'll learn
Define what constitutes an active shooter incident
Recognize behavioral indicators and suspicious activity
Apply the DHS “Run, Hide, Fight” response model
Understand Emergency Action Plans and coordination with law enforcement
Avoid common mistakes and respond decisively in crisis situations
Description
This 45-minute interactive course equips learners with the awareness and strategies to respond effectively during an active shooter incident. Covering warning signs, prevention, the DHS “Run, Hide, Fight” model, emergency action plans, and post-incident recovery, it helps employees act decisively and support a safe workplace culture.
Through real-world scenarios, assessments, and practical guidance on working with law enforcement, learners build the readiness and confidence needed to respond during high-risk situations.
Course Overview
The Active Shooter Awareness course provides essential knowledge for employees on how to recognize potential threats, respond quickly, and recover safely from violent incidents in the workplace.
This training aligns with DHS and OSHA recommendations for workplace emergency preparedness, focusing on early warning recognition, situational awareness, and coordinated response.
This training aligns with DHS and OSHA recommendations for workplace emergency preparedness, focusing on early warning recognition, situational awareness, and coordinated response.
Designed for all employees, it empowers individuals to take preventive action, stay calm under pressure, and support both personal and team safety during and after an incident.
Compliance & Safety Alignment
Compliance & Safety Alignment
This training supports organizational emergency preparedness and aligns with guidelines from:
- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS)
- OSHA’s General Duty Clause (Section 5(a)(1)) regarding workplace violence prevention
- Best practices for Emergency Action Plans (EAPs) and crisis response
Employers are encouraged to complement this course with site-specific safety procedures, evacuation routes, and communication protocols.
Table of Contents
• Understanding Active Shooter Incidents
• Prevention and Preparedness
• Responding During an Incident
• Aftermath and Recovery
• Summary & Assessment
System Requirements
This course has been tested for compatibility with most popular platforms and browsers now in use.
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At QlickTrain, we believe compliance and professional development training should be straightforward, engaging, and accessible to everyone. Our online courses are designed to help organizations meet regulatory requirements while fostering safer, more ethical, and more inclusive workplaces. Covering key topics such as OSHA Safety, HR Compliance, Cybersecurity, and Professional Development, each course provides clear, practical guidance employees can apply immediately on the job.
From Sexual Harassment Prevention and Workplace Violence (SB 553) to Ethics in the Workplace, Bloodborne Pathogens, and Cybersecurity Tips, our content is built to support both individual learners and large organizations. Priced affordably and easy to implement, QlickTrain courses are now available on Coggno, making it simpler than ever for businesses to deliver effective, high-quality training across their teams.
Active Shooter Awareness
Active Shooter Awareness
This 45 minute interactive course equips learners with knowledge and strategies to survive active shooter incidents. Covering warning signs, prevention, the DHS “Run, Hide, Fight” model, emergency action plans, and post-incident recovery, it prepares employees to act decisively and support workplace safety. Through real scenarios, assessments, and guidance on coordinating with law enforcement, learners build awareness, readiness, and resilience to respond effectively during high-risk situations.
Frequently Asked Questions
This course is designed for employees who need to complete Active Shooter Awareness training
Yes. This course is designed to meet applicable federal requirements and commonly mandated state standards. Always confirm specific state or industry requirements with your local regulations.
The course takes approximately 45 minutes to complete and can be paused and resumed at any time.
Yes. Learners receive a downloadable certificate upon successful completion, which can be used for compliance records and audits.
Yes. You can assign this course to individuals or groups using Coggno’s LMS, or purchase multiple seats for your team.
Yes. This course can be exported for delivery in most learning management systems (SCORM compatible).
Yes. The course is fully self-paced and available 24/7.
Yes. This course includes a knowledge check to reinforce learning and verify completion.
Learners have lifetime access from the date of purchase.
Yes. A preview is available so you can review the course format and content before purchasing.
Yes. Content is reviewed and updated as regulations and best practices change.
Yes. This course is available for free with an active Prime Subscription.
Yes. Refund requests can be submitted within 30 days of purchase.
