SAC School Safety & Crisis Management

Question 1

Which federal guidance framework is most commonly used by US schools to structure emergency operations planning?

Accepted Answer

FEMA's Guide for Developing High-Quality School Emergency Operations Plans (School EOP Guide)

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IDEA Emergency Annex

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OSHA Safety Protocol 101

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Title IV Crisis Response Framework

Question 2

What is the purpose of a 'lockdown' procedure in school safety protocols?

Accepted Answer

To secure students and staff in place when there is an immediate threat inside or near the school building

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To contain students during a fire evacuation

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To restrict access to the building during non-school hours

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To prevent students from leaving campus during lunch

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT one of the four standard emergency response options in most school emergency operations plans?

Accepted Answer

Recess Cancellation

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Lockdown

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Evacuation

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Hold

Question 4

After a traumatic school event, which approach is recommended to support students' and staff's psychological recovery?

Accepted Answer

Implement Psychological First Aid (PFA) and connect individuals to mental health resources

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Return to normal routines immediately without addressing the event

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Close the school indefinitely

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Avoid discussing the event to prevent re-traumatization

Question 5

What is the role of a school Crisis Response Team?

Accepted Answer

To coordinate the school's response to crises, support affected students and staff, and communicate with families and the community

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To take over teaching duties during emergencies

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To handle only physical safety emergencies such as fires

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To report crises to the media

Question 6

Which of the following best describes a 'threat assessment' in schools?

Accepted Answer

A structured process for evaluating whether a student who made a threatening statement or gesture poses a risk of violence

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An annual audit of the school building's physical security features

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Testing whether the alarm system works correctly

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Reviewing camera footage after an incident