Van Buren County Common “Lockdown” Terminology

Lockdown

A person/persons are using a/any weapon to conduct “active homicide”, or attempted “active homicide”.

Inside Threat

An intruder is in a school building posing a threat, or active violent actions against self, students, or staff.

Immediate Outside Threat

A threat to the safety, or security, of students, staff, or visitors of a school building. The threat could be a man-made or natural threat. The threat is on, or in very close proximity to the school campus.

Precautionary Outside Threat

A threat to the safety, or security, of students, staff, or visitors of a school building. The threat could be a man-made or natural threat. The threat is near the school campus but not a direct threat to the school at this time.

Shelter In Place

A man-made, or natural threat, is present at, or in close proximity to the school campus. Students are kept in the school to increase student safety. Windows and ventilation vents are sealed. School HVAC systems are shut down.