Alert Protocols Flashcards

In ALICE training, who is authorized to initiate an alert during an active threat event?

Answer: Anyone who has information about the threat

ALICE empowers anyone with threat information to initiate an alert, removing the bottleneck of waiting for a single authority.

Which communication method is considered LEAST reliable for delivering an ALICE alert during a power outage?

Answer: Electric intercoms dependent on building power

Electric intercoms that rely on building power will fail during an outage, making them the least reliable in that scenario.

When crafting an alert message, ALICE recommends including which piece of information FIRST?

Answer: The specific location of the threat

Specific location of the threat is the most actionable piece of information and should be communicated first so people can make informed decisions.

A teacher hears gunshots but cannot see the shooter. What is the BEST initial alert action?

Answer: Immediately announce the location of the shots heard over any available channel

Quickly broadcasting the approximate location of gunshots allows others to make real-time decisions even without perfect information.

ALICE alert language is designed to be specific rather than coded because:

Answer: Specific language reduces confusion and enables faster decision-making

Coded alerts (e.g., 'Code Red') can be misunderstood or unknown to substitutes, visitors, and new staff, whereas specific language is universally clear.

Which scenario represents an appropriate use of a secondary alert channel in ALICE?

Answer: Sending a text alert to staff when the PA system has been compromised

Secondary channels like text alerts ensure the alert reaches everyone if the primary system is unavailable or compromised.

How does ALICE recommend handling a situation where the threat location is unknown at the time of the initial alert?

Answer: Issue an alert with the best available information and update as details emerge

ALICE prioritizes getting information out quickly and updating continuously rather than waiting for complete certainty.