Active Shooter Notification Time Costs Lives

Tactical Time: the time it takes a victim or witness to realize what is happening and call 911 – 5-7 minutes.
Notification Time: the time it takes a 911 call to be processed and first responders dispatched – 4-11 minutes.
Response Time: the time it takes for a first responder to be on the scene and act – 4-18 minutes.

The Parkland school shooting in 2018 highlighted the issue of delayed notification and response times during active shooter incidents. The Public Safety Commission Report found that the 911 system was inadequate, with callers having to explain their emergency multiple times and being put on hold. This delay in notification and response can cost lives, as the average casualty count is significantly higher when people have to wait for help. To address this issue, Guard911 offers a solution in the form of easy-to-use smartphone apps. By simply pushing a button on the app, users can immediately notify 911 and alert others on the property. The app also alerts law enforcement officers who have the Hero911 app, ensuring a faster response time. This technology can significantly speed up tactical and notification times, potentially saving lives in active shooter situations. The importance of quick notification and response times cannot be overstated. Research shows that when people are notified right away, casualties average 2.5, compared to an average of 14 when waiting for law enforcement to respond. By embracing technology like Guard911, schools and other institutions can take proactive measures to protect their students and staff in the event of an active shooter incident. Learn more on Guard911.com.