Gun violence is ever present, and as a result, active shooting incidents are on the rise. The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) defines an active shooting event as one where an armed individual is killing or attempting to kill people in a building or specific area with any firearm, such as an assault rifle. This course will discuss the various factors that influence active shooter events in healthcare settings, the profile of an active shooter, and how facilities and individuals can prepare and develop a plan of action to minimize the danger.
