Specific Readiness Level To Determine Next Steps


Level 5Level 4Level 3Level 2

Shooting occurs

Or credible threat toward the team or associated persons working with the team individually or generally

Known activity in immediate vicinity

Or activity now focused on western citizens

Known activity in larger vicinity not focused on western citizens

Generalized terrorist presence in the region

Steps to Reduce Probability and Consequences

  1. Avoid high threat locations and events
  2. Practice situational awareness (Color Codes for Situational Awareness) and communicate routinely with the team leader
  3. Be prepared to activate Contingency Plan: Kidnapping Protocols if such a situation arises
  4. Continually monitor security threats

Applicable Corporate Policies

Crisis Resolution Protocol

Credible Threat

Shots Fired