QUINSIGAMOND COMMUNITY COLLEGE
CAMPUS POLICE

Emergency Preparedness
Active Shooter

If you are involved in a situation where someone has entered the area and started shooting, the following are a list of recommended actions:
  1. Exit the building immediately.
  2. Notify anyone you may encounter to exit the building immediately.
  3. Notify the Police by calling 911.
  4. Give the 911 Operator the following information:
    1. Your name
    2. Location of the incident (be as specific as possible)
    3. Number of shooters (if known)
    4. Identification of shooter (if known)
    5. Number of persons who may be involved
    6. Your location
If you are directly involved and exiting the building is not possible, the following actions are recommended:
  1. Go to the nearest room or office.
  2. Close the door, lock if possible.
  3. Cover the door windows.
  4. Keep quiet and act as if no one is in the room.
  5. DO NOT answer the door.
  6. Notify the Police Department at 911.
  7. Give the 911 Operator the following information:
    1. Your name
    2. Your location (be as specific as possible)
    3. Number of shooters (if known)
    4. Identification of shooter (if known)
    5. Number of persons who may be involved
  8. Wait for the Police to assist you out of the building.
Campus Emergency Number 4444
Please remember to check the Emergency Guide hanging in every Office and classroom for further instructions on other types of Emergency Situations.