HOSTAGE SITUATION

In the event of a hostage situation, please be mindful of the following to keep yourself and your colleagues safe:

1. If the hostage taker is unaware of your presence, do not intervene.
2. Call 9-1-1 immediately and give the dispatcher the details of the situation.
3. Seal off the area near the hostage scene if possible.
4. All personnel not involved need to evacuate the area and give any known or observed details to the police.
5. Document the event to the best of your ability.

TIPS IF YOU ARE TAKEN HOSTAGE

1. Follow instructions of the hostage taker.
2. Try not to panic. Calm employees that are present.
3. Treat the hostage taker as normally as possible.
4. Be respectful to the hostage taker.
5. Ask permission to speak and do not argue or make suggestions.

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