ALICE Legal and Policy Framework Flashcards

How should an organization document ALICE training to support legal defensibility?

Answer: Maintain attendance logs, training materials, drill after-action reports, and policy acknowledgments

Thorough documentation demonstrates due diligence and that reasonable steps were taken to prepare personnel, which is critical for legal defensibility.

Which policy element is recommended when introducing ALICE to ensure equity and inclusivity?

Answer: Developing accommodation plans for individuals with disabilities or special needs

Organizations must develop individualized accommodation plans so people with disabilities can participate safely and effectively in ALICE protocols.

What is the recommended policy stance on communicating ALICE protocols to the broader school or workplace community?

Answer: Share general protocols with all stakeholders while protecting sensitive operational details

Sharing general protocols builds awareness and confidence while protecting specific tactical details that could be exploited by bad actors.

Under the Clery Act, what must U.S. colleges and universities do related to active threat preparedness?

Answer: Publish emergency response procedures and conduct at least one emergency drill per year

The Clery Act requires institutions to publish emergency procedures and conduct annual drills, which ALICE training can support.

Why is it important for organizations to obtain legal counsel review before finalizing their ALICE-based policies?

Answer: Laws and liability standards vary by state and context, so legal review ensures the policy is compliant and defensible

State statutes, case law, and institutional policies differ, making legal review essential to tailor ALICE protocols appropriately.

What is the significance of a 'good-faith effort' standard in the context of ALICE implementation?

Answer: Courts often evaluate whether institutions made reasonable, good-faith efforts to protect people when assessing liability

Demonstrating a good-faith, reasonable effort to prepare—such as through ALICE training—is a key factor courts weigh when evaluating institutional liability.