Workplace Safety: Preparing for Active Shooter Scenarios with Michael Clarke
We always ignore it, though, or I should say most of us are ignoring it. Any kind of extremism I look at as a red flag. But there's a level where you start becoming dangerous and you're attacking other people out in a parking lot, as we've seen in the past, because they cheer for a different team.
Nobody likes to think about it, but workplace safety in the face of an active shooter is a crucial conversation. In this episode of 'Scope of Practice', Michael Clarke, the Founder of The Safer Solution in Los Angeles, joins the Connecticut Certification Board to shed light on this unsettling yet vital topic. Clarke, an expert in protection and active shooter scenarios, shares his wealth of knowledge on how organizations can better prepare for these dangerous situations.
He emphasizes the need for comprehensive security protocols and the importance of hands-on, exposure-based training. Clarke also highlights the necessity of forming a threat management team, where each member has a specific role to ensure everyone's safety. Beyond just active shooter scenarios, Clarke advocates for broadening safety training to cover various threats. He notes that ignoring signs of extremism can lead to dangerous outcomes, stressing the importance of vigilance and preparedness.
This episode is packed with practical advice and is a must-listen for anyone committed to creating a safer workplace.