ACTIVE SHOOTER TRAINING FOR GOVERNMENT AGENCIES

Providing government agencies and public servants with trusted active shooter response training.

Government agencies serve the public every day, making them highly visible and often vulnerable to threats. From courthouses and municipal buildings to federal offices and public service centers, these locations experience high foot traffic, making preparedness critical. ALICE Training® equips government employees with proactive response strategies to enhance safety and readiness in the event of an active shooter situation.

Why Active Shooter Training is Critical for Government Agencies

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Active shooter incidents in public spaces are increasing, and government agencies must be prepared to protect employees and the citizens they serve. Proper training is essential for:

  • Ensuring government employees can act decisively in an emergency.
  • Managing safety in buildings with high visitor traffic.
  • Aligning with federal standards and legal responsibilities, such as duty of care.
  • Enhancing coordination between public servants and law enforcement officers.

ALICE Training® prepares government personnel to respond confidently, reducing harm and improving overall security for employees and the public.

How ALICE Training® Differs from Traditional Approaches

Unlike traditional lockdown-only methods, ALICE Training® teaches proactive, multi-option response strategies designed to help individuals make life-saving decisions in real-time.

Empowerment Over Passivity

ALICE strategies give employees the tools they need to react dynamically rather than waiting for law enforcement to arrive.

Tailored for Public Spaces®

Our training accounts for the open-access nature of government buildings and the diverse needs of employees and visitors.

Research-Based Best Practices®

ALICE exceeds standard safety protocols and aligns with federal recommendations for active shooter response.

The ALICE Method: Options-Based Response for Government Agencies

At the core of ALICE Training® is the industry-leading ALICE Method, a proactive approach that provides employees with options in an active shooter event:

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Alert – Identify and communicate a potential threat using clear, direct language.

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Lockdown – Secure areas while preparing for additional response options.

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Inform – Provide real-time updates to help guide staff and law enforcement.

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Counter – As a last resort, disrupt the attacker’s actions to create life-saving opportunities.

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Evaluate – Prioritize removing individuals from harm’s way whenever it is safe to do so.

What Sets ALICE Training® Apart for Government Agencies

Government employees face unique challenges when responding to emergencies. ALICE Training® is specifically designed to meet these needs through:

Options-Based Response:

Moving beyond passive lockdowns to proactive decision-making.  

Trauma-Informed Training:

Ensuring instruction is delivered in a way that builds confidence without unnecessary fear.

Blended Learning Model:

Combining eLearning with hands-on training to reinforce situational awareness and de-escalation techniques.

Alignment with Best Practices:

Meeting and exceeding federal and industry standards for active shooter preparedness.

Benefits of Partnering with ALICE Over Other Providers

Increased Employee Confidence

Staff feel empowered knowing they have clear response options.

Improved Crisis Decision-Making

Employees learn to assess threats and react appropriately.

Reduced Risk & Liability

Training mitigates potential harm to employees, visitors, and property.

Ongoing Support & Expertise

Our national trainers are available to support your agency even after the initial training.

What People Are Saying About ALICE Training®

“ALICE has really brought a lot of value to me personally and within the organizations…made us more self-aware.”
Kathy Turner

Security Division , Cleveland Municipal Court

If you ever have the opportunity to attend an ALICE Training, do it! You will never regret it! It will impact you and empower you. Best training I’ve ever attended.”

Wyoming Life Resource Center

“This is the best training I’ve ever been to, and I’m grateful to Gary and the other instructors. I’ve never felt more empowered. I now have knowledge that there is something I can do, that I don’t have to be passive.”
Tasha Lehman

Assistant Administrator, Colonial Manor Nursing Home

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Equip your government agency with trusted, research-backed active shooter response training. Assess your current safety preparedness, implement proven options-based strategies, and enhance employee readiness to protect both staff and the public.

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