How to Survive an Active Shooter: A Detailed Guide by Jason Salyer

In this video, Jason Salyer provides essential strategies for surviving an active shooter situation. Whether in a school, workplace, or public venue, knowing how to respond effectively can save lives. This isn’t about fear; it’s about preparation, awareness, and making the right decisions when every second counts.

The Three Essential Responses: Run, Hide, or Fight
Jason emphasizes that in an active shooter situation, your response depends on your environment and the scenario. These three actions aren’t sequential but situational:

Run:
If you have a safe escape route, run. Assess your surroundings first—don’t just follow the crowd blindly.

Hide:
If escape isn’t possible, hide in a location that offers cover from gunfire, not just concealment.

Fight:
As a last resort, if your life is in immediate danger, you may have to fight. Team up with others if possible to overwhelm the shooter.

Situational Awareness
Situational awareness can be one of your best defense in a crisis:

Stop and Compose Yourself:
Take a moment to breathe and analyze the situation. Gunfire can echo, so determine the shooter’s true location before making any moves.

Don't always Follow the Crowd:
The crowd may rush toward danger. Find an exit route that keeps you safe, even if it’s against the flow.

Stay Away from Doors and Walls:
Bullets can penetrate walls, doors, and windows, so avoid staying too close to them. Seek cover behind solid objects.

Running Safely: Move from Cover to Cover
Running safely means:

Short Sprints:
Run in short bursts from one point of cover to another (e.g., walls, vehicles, heavy furniture).

Stay Low:
Keep low to the ground to reduce your visibility to the shooter.

Understanding Cover vs. Concealment
Jason explains the difference between cover and concealment:

Cover:
Offers physical protection from bullets (e.g., concrete walls, steel structures).

Concealment:
Hides you but doesn’t stop bullets (e.g., curtains, bushes). When possible, prioritize cover for your safety.

Bullets Can Penetrate:
Doors and walls may seem like protection but can easily be shot through. Keep your distance from these areas and seek cover elsewhere.

Block Entry Points:
If you’re hiding, lock and barricade doors to slow down the shooter.

The Last Resort: Fighting Back
If running and hiding are no longer options, you may have to fight:

Team Up with Others:
Communicate with those around you. Strength in numbers can increase your chance of success in neutralizing the shooter.

Use Improvised Weapons:
Grab anything within reach—chairs, fire extinguishers, or bags. Commit fully to your actions.

8. Staying Mentally Prepared
Jason advises staying mentally prepared in high-stress situations:

Practice Mental Rehearsal:
Visualize scenarios and your responses in different environments.

Know Your Exits:
Make a habit of identifying exits and cover points in everyday life.

Jason concludes with a reminder to stay vigilant and prepared. Awareness, quick decision-making, and smart actions are key to survival in an active shooter scenario. Practicing these strategies can drastically improve your chances of survival. Train mentally, physically, and spiritually.

This video is not to advise. You must seek a professional to get the information that you need in regards to this subject. Please do your own research and stay prepared.


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