Preparing Students for School Safety Drills

Safety drills are key to increasing your school community’s knowledge of how to respond to an emergency or violence. They help prepare individuals to respond quickly, calmly, confidently, and safely should an actual crucial incident take place.

Watch as Brad Spicer, National Director of Safety Preparedness & Emergency Management, shares best practices for conducting trauma-informed drills, communicating with families, and the importance of logging and practicing drills within the first 90 days of the school year.

Watch now to gain a better understanding of why your schools should:

• Inform Families of Drills Being Conducted
  Learn effective communication strategies to keep families informed about upcoming safety drills and their importance.
• Implement Trauma-Informed & Age-Appropriate Strategies
  Discover best practices to ensure safety drills are conducted in a manner that considers students’ emotional well-being and developmental needs.
• Emphasize the Importance of Logging & Practicing Emergency Operation Plans (EOP)
  Understand the significance of maintaining accurate records of drills and the relevance of practicing EOPs for effective crisis response, including reunification procedures.