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In the case of a fire alarm activation that is not a pre-announced drill, who is responsible for accessing the school's camera system and relaying information to responding units?
In the case of a fire alarm activation that is not a pre-announced drill, who is responsible for accessing the school's camera system and relaying information to responding units?
Who is responsible for handling accidental injuries at school facilities?
Who is responsible for handling accidental injuries at school facilities?
If a law enforcement investigation is required in a school with an assigned SRO, who typically handles the investigation?
If a law enforcement investigation is required in a school with an assigned SRO, who typically handles the investigation?
Who is responsible for notifying Department of Emergency Services (911) in schools without an assigned SRO in the case of a fire, explosion, or injury requiring emergency medical treatment?
Who is responsible for notifying Department of Emergency Services (911) in schools without an assigned SRO in the case of a fire, explosion, or injury requiring emergency medical treatment?
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What is the responsibility of the incident commander at the scene in the case of a threat?
What is the responsibility of the incident commander at the scene in the case of a threat?
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In schools with an assigned SRO, who is responsible for confirming whether or not there is a fire or other emergency upon activation of a campus fire alarm?
In schools with an assigned SRO, who is responsible for confirming whether or not there is a fire or other emergency upon activation of a campus fire alarm?
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What is the purpose of the Pasco Schools Comprehensive School Emergency Alerting and Incident Management Safety System provided by CRISIS-GO?
What is the purpose of the Pasco Schools Comprehensive School Emergency Alerting and Incident Management Safety System provided by CRISIS-GO?
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Who is responsible for subsequent searches and/or evacuations after an initial threat investigation?
Who is responsible for subsequent searches and/or evacuations after an initial threat investigation?
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In schools with assigned School Resource Officers (SROs), who is responsible for notifying Department of Emergency Services (911) during a large-scale fight or disturbance?
In schools with assigned School Resource Officers (SROs), who is responsible for notifying Department of Emergency Services (911) during a large-scale fight or disturbance?
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In schools with assigned SROs, who is responsible for conducting follow-up investigations after a large-scale disturbance, assuming order has been restored?
In schools with assigned SROs, who is responsible for conducting follow-up investigations after a large-scale disturbance, assuming order has been restored?
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During a school shooting or hostage incident, what is the primary responsibility of the SRO, SSG, or first responder?
During a school shooting or hostage incident, what is the primary responsibility of the SRO, SSG, or first responder?
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In schools without an assigned SRO, who is responsible for emergency communications using the assigned PSO radio?
In schools without an assigned SRO, who is responsible for emergency communications using the assigned PSO radio?
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What actions does the Real Time Information Center (RTIC) take during a shooting or active threat incident?
What actions does the Real Time Information Center (RTIC) take during a shooting or active threat incident?
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During an active threat situation, what is the primary purpose of locking and barricading classroom doors?
During an active threat situation, what is the primary purpose of locking and barricading classroom doors?
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What is the purpose of the Knox-Box, as described in the content?
What is the purpose of the Knox-Box, as described in the content?
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According to the content, why is it important for arriving law enforcement to obtain a school radio?
According to the content, why is it important for arriving law enforcement to obtain a school radio?
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What is the recommended course of action for arriving law enforcement when facing a hostage situation?
What is the recommended course of action for arriving law enforcement when facing a hostage situation?
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What information is not explicitly stated in the content to be gathered from the school designee?
What information is not explicitly stated in the content to be gathered from the school designee?
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According to the content, what should a responding SRO or deputy do as soon as possible during an active threat situation?
According to the content, what should a responding SRO or deputy do as soon as possible during an active threat situation?
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What is the primary reason for prioritizing a prompt and timely resolution during an active shooter situation?
What is the primary reason for prioritizing a prompt and timely resolution during an active shooter situation?
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Where can responding units find campus floor plans during an active threat incident?
Where can responding units find campus floor plans during an active threat incident?
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What is the main purpose of General Order 44.9?
What is the main purpose of General Order 44.9?
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Which department is primarily responsible for school safety planning and violence prevention?
Which department is primarily responsible for school safety planning and violence prevention?
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Who is responsible for updating information and materials regarding school facilities and response procedures?
Who is responsible for updating information and materials regarding school facilities and response procedures?
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What is the frequency of school crisis response training for sworn members of the School Resource Unit?
What is the frequency of school crisis response training for sworn members of the School Resource Unit?
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The General Order specifically mentions collaboration with other agencies for crisis response planning and training. Which of the following is NOT explicitly mentioned in the text?
The General Order specifically mentions collaboration with other agencies for crisis response planning and training. Which of the following is NOT explicitly mentioned in the text?
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Which of the following is NOT included in the sections of this general order?
Which of the following is NOT included in the sections of this general order?
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According to the document, how often are serious incidents of school violence occurring?
According to the document, how often are serious incidents of school violence occurring?
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The document states that the School Resource Unit will maintain what type of responsibility for school safety planning?
The document states that the School Resource Unit will maintain what type of responsibility for school safety planning?
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What is the primary role of the School Resource Unit during a crisis?
What is the primary role of the School Resource Unit during a crisis?
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When do Incident Command procedures take place?
When do Incident Command procedures take place?
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What action follows the establishment of a tactical command post?
What action follows the establishment of a tactical command post?
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Which team is responsible for coordinating activities between the Sheriff’s Office and other agencies?
Which team is responsible for coordinating activities between the Sheriff’s Office and other agencies?
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What is included in an After Action Report?
What is included in an After Action Report?
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What defines a 'School Incident Checklist'?
What defines a 'School Incident Checklist'?
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How is the designation of a commander determined in a Unified Command Team?
How is the designation of a commander determined in a Unified Command Team?
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What happens once a crisis scene is secured?
What happens once a crisis scene is secured?
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What are the three primary concepts of the Active Threat Plan's (ATP) operational concept?
What are the three primary concepts of the Active Threat Plan's (ATP) operational concept?
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When is the ATP activated?
When is the ATP activated?
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What role does the Real Time Information Center (RTIC) play in campus safety?
What role does the Real Time Information Center (RTIC) play in campus safety?
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Which of the following is NOT a potential reason for implementing a Controlled Dismissal?
Which of the following is NOT a potential reason for implementing a Controlled Dismissal?
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What is the primary responsibility of the SRO (School Resource Officer) in the event of a bomb threat?
What is the primary responsibility of the SRO (School Resource Officer) in the event of a bomb threat?
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What procedures are implemented when a bomb threat is received?
What procedures are implemented when a bomb threat is received?
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How does the ATP differ from a Controlled Dismissal?
How does the ATP differ from a Controlled Dismissal?
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What is the purpose of the Active Threat Plan (ATP)?
What is the purpose of the Active Threat Plan (ATP)?
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Flashcards
School Crisis Response
School Crisis Response
Guidelines for handling school crisis incidents effectively and efficiently.
Prevention and Planning
Prevention and Planning
Proactive measures and strategies to ensure school safety and prevent violence.
School Resource Unit
School Resource Unit
Group responsible for maintaining school safety planning and violence prevention.
Crisis Response Plan
Crisis Response Plan
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Training Division
Training Division
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Crisis Planning
Crisis Planning
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School Safety Lieutenant
School Safety Lieutenant
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Annual Training Requirements
Annual Training Requirements
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Incident Commander
Incident Commander
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School Resource Officer (SRO)
School Resource Officer (SRO)
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Emergency Medical Treatment Notification
Emergency Medical Treatment Notification
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Fire Alarm Activation Procedures
Fire Alarm Activation Procedures
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Emergency Services Communication
Emergency Services Communication
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School Incident Checklist
School Incident Checklist
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RTIC Access to Cameras
RTIC Access to Cameras
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Elevated Security Alert
Elevated Security Alert
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SRO Responsibilities
SRO Responsibilities
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Emergency Incident Notification
Emergency Incident Notification
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Active Threat Plan (ATP)
Active Threat Plan (ATP)
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Preservation of Life
Preservation of Life
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Real Time Information Center (RTIC)
Real Time Information Center (RTIC)
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ATP operational concepts
ATP operational concepts
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Rapid Evacuation
Rapid Evacuation
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Reinforced Lockdown with Barricade
Reinforced Lockdown with Barricade
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Countering
Countering
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Controlled Dismissal
Controlled Dismissal
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Bomb Threat Protocol
Bomb Threat Protocol
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SRO Role in Emergencies
SRO Role in Emergencies
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Information Gathering
Information Gathering
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Lock-Down Procedures
Lock-Down Procedures
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Knox-Box
Knox-Box
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School Radio Use
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SRO Supervisor Role
SRO Supervisor Role
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Tactical Pause
Tactical Pause
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Active Shooter Resolution
Active Shooter Resolution
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Incident Transition
Incident Transition
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Tactical Command Post
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Incident Command System
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Unified Command Team
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After Action Report
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School Crisis
School Crisis
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Field Operations Bureau
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Study Notes
Pasco Sheriff's Office General Order 44.9: School Crisis Response
- Title: School Crisis Response
- General Order: 44.9
- Effective Date: March 10, 2023
- Supersedes: August 31, 2022
- Accreditation Standards: None (CFA)
- Number of Pages: 8
Contents
- I. Prevention and Planning: Outlines procedures for school safety planning and violence prevention.
- II. Incident Response Procedures: Describes actions for various crisis situations occurring on or near school campuses. Includes considerations for armed individuals, incidents involving weapons, missing persons, and prisoner escapes.
- III. After Action Procedures: Outlines procedures for incident debriefing and follow-up.
- IV. Glossary: Contains definitions of key terms like "school crisis" and "school incident checklist."
Purpose
- To establish clear guidelines for handling school crises, encompassing prevention, planning, response, and review.
Scope
- Applies to all members of the Pasco Sheriff's Office.
Discussion
- Acknowledges the rarity of school violence but emphasizes the need for substantial resources and coordinated response among agencies in case of campus-wide emergencies.
- Provides a framework for efficient handling of school crises.
Policy
- All school crises and campus-wide emergencies are to be managed in adherence to this general order.
Procedure
- I. Prevention and Planning: The School Resource Unit (SRO) is primarily responsible for safety planning and violence prevention.
- A. School Safety Lieutenant Responsibilities:
- Ensuring active involvement of SROs in crisis planning.
- Facilitating training and planning between the Sheriff's Office, school district and other agencies.
- Updating and disseminating information on school facilities and procedures.
- B. School Safety Lieutenant Responsibilities, Continued:
- The role will include planning for crisis response.
- Provide updates to all applicable members regarding school facilities and response procedures.
- C. Training Division Coordination: Collaborates with the SRO Unit and Pasco Schools to ensure appropriate and realistic training for sworn members regarding crisis response, focusing on current trends in school violence.
- D. Relevant Training Topics: Includes active shooter response, reunification protocols, emergency operations planning, basic tactical medical training, and tabletop exercises.
- E. New-Hire Orientation: Crisis response and the Active Threat Plan (ATP) are components of the orientation.
Incident Response Procedures
- A. Off-Campus/Nearby Incidents: Addresses procedures for crisis situations occurring near schools or daycare centers. Highlights specific considerations like armed individuals, weapons, searches, etc.
- B1. Pasco Schools Site Threat Continuum (STC): Provides guidance for incident management, offering a plan for various levels of potential crises.
- B2. Controlled Campus: Activating a "controlled campus" involves a cautionary approach to a potential threat, locking students and staff in and restricting visitor access.
- B3. Active Threat Plan (ATP): Describes a proactive option-based response, focusing on evacuation, lockdown, or countermeasures in cases of imminent threats or active shooter situations.
- B4. Law Enforcement Assistance: Includes details like supervisory requests to RTIC (Real-Time Information Center) to monitor camera feeds for security or safety concerns.
- B5. Controlled Dismissals: Provides protocols for releasing students following an emergency.
Other Procedures
- C. Bomb Threats: Procedures for handling bomb threats, including notifying the proper authorities, SRO supervisor, and Department of Emergency Services (911).
- D. Fires, Fire Alarms, Explosions, Injuries: Procedures for handling these events, including immediate notifications and reporting to the appropriate law enforcement personnel.
- E. Large-Scale Fights and Disturbances: Protocols for handling large-scale disturbances and fights, involving immediate notification of 911 and appropriate response measures.
- F. Shootings and Hostage Situations: Procedures for handling school shootings and hostage situations with rapid notification, and prioritization on preserving life.
- G. Active Threat Situations/Lockdowns: "Lockdowns" (a heightened security measure) are detailed.
After Action Procedures
- A and B: Procedures for submitting after-action reports, designating appropriate units for investigating follow-up.
- C: Ongoing support for schools following a crisis via school security and/or substitute staff.
Glossary
- Defines key terms related to school crises and incident response, including "Pasco County School Crisis Response Procedure," "School Crisis," and "School Incident Checklist."
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This quiz covers the essential elements of the Pasco Sheriff's Office General Order 44.9 on School Crisis Response. It includes procedures for prevention, planning, incident response, and after-action procedures. Test your knowledge on how to effectively handle various crisis situations in school settings.