What Threat Assessment is
A systematic process that is designed to:
- Identify persons of concern
- Gather information/investigate
- Assess person and situation
- Manage the person situation
Why schools should use it
Behavioral Threat Assessment is broadly recommended for use in schools by:
- The Federal Commission on School Safety (2018)
- Multiple Federal agencies in the Guide for Developing High Quality School Emergency Operations Plans
- Required by law for schools in Virginia, Maryland, and Florida, and Texas (Per 86th TX Legislature/S811)
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Threat Assessments and the Six-Step Planning Process
STEP 1 Form a collaborative planning team
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STEP 2 Understanding the situation
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STEP 3 Determine Goals and Objectives
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STEP 4 Plan Development [Identifying Courses of Action] |
STEP 5 Plan Preparation, Review & Approval
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STEP 6 Plan Implementation & Maintenance
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