SRO response to barricade, suicidal or hostage situation in a School
How can an SRO (or other school staff member) assist prior to police arrival. Communication tips and techniques if active threat is no longer occurring. What can a SRO do as HNT is setting up and as the crisis unfolds. Officer "Adam" has over 300 hours of Crisis and Hostage Negotiation training (see below).
Topics included:
What type of crisis could occur in a school setting
De-Escalation skills through active listening
What to do if taken hostage (suggestions for a classroom or bus)
Common characteristics of juveniles that commit active threats in a school
Time of presentation:
Condensed version: 1.75 hours
Standard version with Q & A: 3 hours
Training History:
OPOTA Basic HNT...............40 hrs
OPOTA Advanced HNT........40 hrs
FBI Basic HNT....................40 hrs
Crisis Intervention Team.....40 hrs
PATC Phase I HNT..............40 hrs
PATC Phase II & III HNT.....40 hrs
PATC Phase IV Recert...........8 hrs
School Safety Seminar.........16 hrs
OPOTA Scenario House........72 hrs
