ALICE Benefits and Outcomes 3

Question 1

What benefit does the ALICE 'Evacuate' option provide that a pure shelter-in-place policy does not?

Accepted Answer

It removes potential victims from the threat's proximity entirely

Answer

Evacuating moves individuals away from the threat, whereas shelter-in-place keeps them in the building where danger exists.

Question 2

How does ALICE training improve outcomes specifically during the first few minutes of an incident before police arrive?

Accepted Answer

By enabling trained individuals to make informed, proactive decisions independently

Answer

The first few minutes are the most critical, and ALICE-trained individuals can act on their own judgment rather than waiting passively.

Question 3

Which aspect of ALICE training outcomes has been highlighted as a benefit for legal and liability purposes?

Accepted Answer

It demonstrates a duty-of-care commitment through documented proactive safety training

Answer

Organizations that implement ALICE demonstrate proactive steps to protect occupants, which can support a duty-of-care defense.

Question 4

What is a key benefit of the ALICE 'Counter' option as a last resort?

Accepted Answer

It provides a final option to disrupt a shooter when no escape is possible

Answer

Counter is only used when all other options are exhausted, but it can disrupt a shooter's ability to aim and fire effectively.

Question 5

How does ALICE training benefit students specifically compared to traditional lockdown drills?

Accepted Answer

It reduces trauma by replacing passive hiding with age-appropriate empowerment strategies

Answer

ALICE's age-appropriate empowerment gives students actionable choices, which research suggests reduces anxiety and trauma compared to passive drills.

(ALICE) Alert, Lockdown, Inform, Counter, and Evacuate Training Certification Practice Test