To preserve life and protect students, faculty and staff, immediate action is necessary in the event of a gunman on campus. Safety is a priority.

• If you hear gunshots or see an armed person:
• Hide yourself and others from the suspect as completely as possible.
• Call 911 (dial 9-911 from campus phone). Provide as much detail as possible. Do not leave your hiding place until you have been notified that it is safe to do so.
• Contact Geneva Security by campus phone at ext. 5678 (724-847-5678 from off-campus) or the security cell phone at 724-846-9632. Provide as much detail as possible.
• If possible, notify others on campus of what you know (do not speculate).
• If confronted by an armed person:
  • Remain as calm as possible. Be cooperative and patient.
  • Try to pacify and calm the person down. Offer to listen. Don't judge or argue. Remain non-threatening.
  • Maintain polite eye contact. Keep gestures and body language open and non-threatening. Use a low, soft voice when you speak.
  • Be truthful.
  • Ask the person to suggest a solution of what others can do to help.
  • Always look for win-win outcomes.
  • Be observant.