NFPA and ASIS hold joint stakeholder meeting to address active shooter incident preparation and planning

ASIS International (ASIS) and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) recently convened a meeting for stakeholders as part of a continuing conversation about active shooter incidents. More than 100 leaders in security, fire, law enforcement, EMS, life safety, professional associations and government participated in the meeting. The intent of the collaborative effort was, and will continue to be, to examine gaps and exchange knowledge as they relate to active shooter events. Participants reviewed existing resources, the crossover between security and fire disciplines, operational solutions, management procedures, building design and construction issues, and cost considerations with an emphasis on preparation and...