Avoid/Run, Deny, Hide, and Fight/Defend

Threats of violence or dangerous situations

• Leave the area and get to safety.
• Call 911 and describe the incident and those involved.
• Do not put yourself in harm’s way to break up an argument.

Hostage Situations

• Contact campus police, if possible.
• Avoid actions that could result in further harm of you or others.
• Don’t speak unless spoken to.
• Position yourself away from windows and doors.
• Remain calm and make mental notes of the suspects.

Active Threats

An active threat may be someone with a gun, knife, car or other weapon. The person is indiscriminately attacking targets or opportunity. MGCCC recommends remembering Avoid, Deny, Defend to help your response.

• Avoid – Get away from the threat.
• Deny – If you cannot escape, lock or block yourself into a room. Turn off lights and your cellphone ringer
• Defend – If you are unable to avoid or deny, you may need to defend yourself from an attacker. Coordinate with others, and use any objects around you as weapons.