Protecting Ourselves in a World of Gun Violence
Michael Julian, CPI PPS CSP, ALIVE Active Shooter Training
Podcaster, Creator of the A.L.I.V.E. Active Shooter Survival Training Program, Personal Protector, Private Investigator, Best Selling Author, Father of Two Amazing Human Beings
It seems like we can't even go a few weeks without another tragic incident taking place in our schools or public places.?
The shooting at Michigan State University is just one of the latest examples of the kind of trauma that has become all too familiar to a generation that has grown up against the backdrop of school shootings.?
As the number of active shootings continues to rise, it's more important than ever to be prepared in the event of an active shooter situation.
The grim reality of gun violence in the U.S.
Active shooting situations can happen anywhere, at any time.?
Gun violence is a growing problem in the United States, and the statistics are alarming.?
According to the Gun Violence Archive, which tracks gun violence using different public data (police, government, media, etc.,) there have been 67 mass shootings in the U.S. so far this year.?
(More mass shootings than days!!)
Note: The archive defines a mass shooting as an incident where at least four people are shot, either injured or killed, not including the shooter.?
Among these incidents are last month's shootings in Monterey Park, California, where 11 people were killed, and Half Moon Bay, where seven people lost their lives.?
Shockingly... these two attacks occurred within a span of just 48 hours.
It's not just schools that are affected by these incidents; workplaces, shopping centers, and even places of worship have all been targeted by active shooters in recent years.?
The sad reality is that no one is truly safe from the threat of gun violence.?
However, that doesn't mean we should live in fear.?
Instead, we should arm ourselves with the knowledge and skills necessary to protect ourselves and our loved ones in the event of an active shooter situation.
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Having a plan saves lives
That's where the importance of active shooter training comes in. I've said it, and I'll be saying it again... By taking the time to learn what to do in an active shooter situation, you can greatly increase your chances of survival.
It's not enough to simply hope that you'll be able to think clearly in a crisis.?
The truth is that our brains don't always function properly under stress, and we may not make the best decisions at the moment.?
That's why it's so important to have a plan in place ahead of time.
The best way to prepare for such an event is to receive active shooter training.?
These courses teach you what to do in the event of an active shooter situation, including how to stay safe and protect yourself and others.
To wrap it up
It's no secret that gun violence has become a major issue in the United States, with mass shootings occurring at an alarming rate.?
While we may not be able to completely eliminate the threat of gun violence, we can take steps to protect ourselves and our loved ones by being prepared for an active shooter situation.?
By taking the time to learn and practice active shooter training, we can significantly increase our chances of survival in the event of an attack.?
Remember to stay A.L.I.V.E. - Assess the situation, Leave the area, Impede the shooter, Violence is the last resort, and Evacuate.?
Investigations & Security Operations Manager at Global Investigative & Security Solutions
2 年Unfortunately, some people have become desensitized to violence. After all, they have already killed thousands of times playing video games. Moreover, gangsters are glorified on television & movies. We need real-world strategies to curb the insatiable appetite for violence.