What is the recommended response to an active shooter drill on base?

• A. Run to the nearest exit and leave others behind
• B. Follow drill protocol; locate safe cover, evacuate if safe, communicate with responders, and assist others as able
• C. Do nothing until instructed
• D. Initiate lockdown, alert command, secure critical access points, and coordinate with responders

Answer: (A)

The main idea is to act according to the established active shooter drill protocol to maximize safety. The recommended response is to locate safe cover and evacuate if you can do so without exposing yourself to danger, communicate your status to responders, and assist others as able. This approach helps you move away from the threat, keeps responders informed, and supports those who may need help, which is exactly what a drill aims to practice. Running to the nearest exit while leaving others behind creates unnecessary risk and chaos, and doing nothing until told delays safety actions. While lockdown and securing access points can be appropriate in certain situations, the best fit for a drill that emphasizes proactive safety and coordination is to evacuate if safe and maintain communication with responders, while aiding others as you safely can.