When it comes to personal safety, being aware of your surroundings and practicing situational awareness is crucial. Lt. Brian Murphy, a safety expert, shares his top 5 tips for staying safe. Tips include but are not limited to tips like … Continued
Tactical time is a critical factor in active shooter emergencies, referring to the time it takes for individuals to recognize the danger, react, and seek help. In such high-stress situations, it can take several minutes for individuals to fully comprehend … Continued
In active shooter emergencies, the time it takes for law enforcement to be notified and respond is crucial. Notification time includes the time it takes for victims or witnesses to realize what is happening and call 911, as well as … Continued
Guard911 and Hero911 partnered with Augustana College in Rock Island, Illinois, to conduct an active shooter training drill using the CampusGuard911 mobile panic button app. The college, designated as the first Ready-to-Respond Campus by the Illinois Emergency Management Agency, organized … Continued
On November 5, 2017, the deadliest mass shooting in Texas and the fifth deadliest in the United States occurred at First Baptist Church in Sutherland Springs. A male subject fatally shot and killed 26 fathers, mothers, daughters, sons, grandparents, and one unborn … Continued
Guard911 offers a unique solution for active shooter emergencies with their Hero911 network, which includes over 67,000 federal, state, and local law enforcement officers. Their smartphone app allows users to instantly notify 911 and nearby schools or businesses of an … Continued
The number of workplace shootings is increasing, with the majority occurring in businesses. C Spire, a wireless carrier, recognized the need for a comprehensive security and safety program to protect its employees. They implemented Guard911, a mobile app that mass-communicates … Continued
Go Inside the Mind of a Teen Killer is a tribute to Phil Chalmers, a renowned national speaker and author who has dedicated 30 years to studying and understanding teen killers, rapists, mass murderers, and school shooters. Chalmers uses his … Continued
Any law enforcement officer will tell you, the things we see and deal with alter our daily lives emotionally, physically, and spiritually beyond anything we could’ve ever imagined. And terrible things can happen anywhere – in the big city or … Continued
Therapy dog programs in schools are becoming increasingly popular as they provide numerous benefits for students. Valparaiso Community Schools Superintendent, Julie Lauck, recognized the positive effects of therapy dogs and wanted more schools in her district to have access to … Continued