Sonoma County Essential 5
EMERGENCY RESPONSE ACTIONS
1. SHELTER IN PLACE
Implement to isolate students and staff from the outdoor environment and provide greater protection from external airborne contaminants or wildlife. Close windows and air vents, and shut down air conditioning/ heating units.
2. DROP, COVER, AND HOLD ON
Implement during an earthquake or explosion to protect building occupants from flying and falling debris.
3. SECURE THE CAMPUS
Initiate for a potential threat of danger in the surrounding community. All classroom/office doors are closed and locked, and all students and staff remain inside until otherwise directed. Instruction continues as planned.
4. LOCKDOWN / BARRICADE
Initiate for an immediate threat of danger to occupants of a campus or school building and when any movement will put students and staff in jeopardy. Once implemented, no one is allowed to enter or exit rooms for any reason unless directed by law enforcement.
5. EVACUATION
Implement when conditions outside the building or off-site are safer than inside or on-site. Requires moving or directing students and staff to move from school buildings to a pre-determined safe location.
Last Update
October 2023