Active Shooter Response Training

The Active Shooter Response Training from Smarter Risk is a 100% online course that helps employers meet OSHA requirements for emergency action plans and workplace violence prevention.
Employees learn how to assess situations quickly, evacuate safely when possible, secure themselves when evacuation isn’t an option, and interact with law enforcement during an active incident. The training covers warning signs, emergency communication, and post-incident support.
This training is designed for all employees in any workplace, especially those in public-facing roles, healthcare, education, retail, and government facilities. After completing the course, employees receive immediate certification demonstrating their preparedness for active shooter emergencies. Employers benefit by having properly trained personnel, reducing panic during incidents, and supporting legal safety compliance.
What You’ll Learn
- Recognize Warning Signs - Identify behavioral indicators and potential threats
- Run, Hide, Fight Protocol - Master the three-step response strategy
- Emergency Communication - Alert others and communicate with law enforcement
- Evacuation Procedures - Navigate safe evacuation routes and techniques
- Lockdown Protocols - Secure yourself in place when evacuation isn’t possible
- Law Enforcement Interaction - Respond appropriately when police arrive
- Post-Incident Support - Access trauma response and recovery resources
Course Details
Duration: 20 minutes
Format: Self Paced Online Training
Assessment: Knowledge quiz with immediate feedback
Certification: Certificate of completion upon passing
Access: Available 24/7 through Training Director LMS
Who Should Take This Course
- All employees in any workplace
- Managers and supervisors
- Security and facility personnel
- Human resources staff
- Organizations with public access
- Healthcare and educational facilities
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does the training take?
The course takes approximately 20 minutes to complete. Employees can pause and resume at their convenience.
Is this training OSHA compliant?
Yes. This training helps organizations meet OSHA requirements for emergency action plans and workplace violence prevention.
Do employees receive a certificate?
Yes. Upon successful completion, employees can generate a certificate of completion. Also all progress is stored and can be accessed in the main dashboard under Learner Report.
How often should employees take this training?
We recommend annual refresher training, and all course progress can be reset each year.
Can we track completion?
Yes. Training Director provides real-time tracking of assignments, completion status and quiz scores.
Is this appropriate for all employees?
Yes. The training is designed for all employees regardless of role or experience level.
Get Started
Active Shooter Response Training is included with the Intelligent Plan.
- Sign up - You can start with the free plan and upgrade when you’re ready to assign courses.
- Complete the company risk assessment (required) - It takes less than 15 minutes. Answer all questions as accurately as possible so we can set up your account correctly.
- Access your dashboard - After submitting the assessment, you’ll be redirected to your dashboard.
- Click Training Director - Start assigning courses to your team.
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