Those Terrible First Few Minutes Analysis

In the article “Those Terrible First Few Minutes”, the authors explain how to develop a protocol with better tactical options for civilians. The protocol must first follow lockdown procedures, minimize target profile, and wait for the police to arrive. This article explains how protocols will differ according to the age of the students and also the different dynamics like school events. Most schools include a generic school shooting protocol but they should not confine themselves with a protocol that fits all incidents. The generic protocol first provides a detailed phone call to 911 dispatchers about the situation. Then students and staff must hide in classrooms and stay quiet. If students or staff is spotted by the attacker then they must
run as far as possible from the attacker. If students or staff cannot do either of these things then their last option is to fight back and use any heavy object around them to protect themselves. This article provides information on how to develop different protocols for different situations and also a protocol for late seeking refuge.

This article is a credible source because it is written by the FBI, a federal law enforcement agency. This source is intended for school administrations in order to help guide them when developing these different protocols. The authors of this article are well educated and have a Phd in criminal justice. This source will help me develop a protocol and drill specifically for school related events. This article provides special strategies on how to minimize target during different situations, how to clearly communicate with 911 dispatcher and also if communication with active shooter were to occur. and This article provides information on how to make school shooting protocols more efficient by improving communication, revising protocols, and practicing lockdown drill.