Lockdown

ACTION REQUIRED

1. PLAY lockdown CD
   -or-
   ANNOUNCE
   “Attention Staff and students, we are now in lockdown. All students outside class should enter the nearest classroom or safe area.”

2. CALL 911.

   Give details including:

   • What is happening,
   • Location of event,
   • Description of event and suspects,
   • Tell police where a contact person will meet them, and
   • Tell police where school map, master key can be found.
3. Notify Emergency Response Team.
   Director’s Office
   905-641-2929 ext. 54101
4. Await further instructions from emergency personnel or Emergency Response Team.

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POST-EMERGENCY PLAN

1. Do not speak to media.
   Refer all inquiries to DSBN Communications and Public Relations
   905-641-2929 ext. 54160

2. Letter to parents following lockdown.
3. Debrief with staff (areas needing consideration).
4. Arrange for counseling support (if required).