Communication is "the imparting or exchanging of information or news," and "a connection between people or places," according to the New Oxford American Dictionary. 

Miscommunication can happen in scenario, whether it's between a romantic relationship, a partnership with co-workers for a group project or where to go when there is an emergency evacuation. Excellent and effective communication is vital. 

In reality, crises occur daily. In 2017, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) reported 1,247,321 violent crimes in the United States. This statistic ranges from murder, rape, robbery and aggravated assault. Additionally, the same year, nearly 11,000 deaths were reported as a result of murder or manslaughter involving a firearm. 

Don't risk poor communication following a life-threatening situation. Read below to learn how you can improve post-incident communication and let Active Threat Solutions (ATS) be your guide to safety. 

“Movie theaters are attractive because for the bad guy it’s like shooting fish in a barrel,” says David Katz. Katz is the Director of Global Security Group, a New York-based security firm that consults with movie theaters. “Under the best circumstances, you still can’t empty the theater quickly. In an emergency, everyone is pushing toward the same door, thousands and thousands of pounds pushing them along in a very confined space,” Katz continued. 

The public needs to be aware of potential mass shootings that can take place in movie theaters. Particularly, when the release of Warner Bros. movie Joker begins playing on October 4th, 2019. From previous shootings, warnings, and incel activity, we want you to stay safe. 

Every year, millions of American workers report having been victims of workplace violence. In 2017, assaults resulted in 18,400 injuries and 458 fatalities, according to Injury Facts®.

Workplace violence is a threat of physical violence, harassment, intimidation, or disruptive behavior that happens in a workplace environment. From threats to physical assaults and shootings, acts of violence are the third-leading cause of fatal occupational injuries in the United States. It can affect employees, clients, customers and visitors. 

Workplace violence can happen anywhere at any time. What matters is how effectively, accurately, and appropriately you choose to respond to the incident. 

You feel your heartbeat rapidly firing off like the gunshots you just heard down the hall. Your muscles are tense, and your brain isn't thinking clearly… what's your next step? 

Your life is in the palm of your hands. How you respond can be the difference between making it home that evening or not. Do you know what to do when faced with a life-threatening situation? We want you to have the knowledge and confidence to respond with fierce defensiveness to save your life and the lives of others.

Don't back down in a threatening situation. Continue reading to learn how to respond to a threat appropriately and how Active Threat Solutions can help you. 

During emergencies, at Active Threat Solutions, we believe employers and employers must expect the unexpected. Every year, nearly 2 million U.S. workers will become victims of workplace violence. 

Workplace violence occurs, and we want you to be prepared. Continue reading to pay tribute to National Preparedness Month by discovering the ways you can save your life and the lives of others at your office. 

Lives were lost in El Paso, Texas due to a mass shooting. The increasing number of shootings in 2019 continues to affect lives and cause grievances across the nation. The good news - there is a solution to protect the ones you love and yourself, by participating in active threat training. 

Continue reading below for more information on the shooting and how active threat training saved lives. 

Why do you think it is essential to conduct a risk assessment in your workplace?

Every year, millions of American workers report having been victims of workplace violence. In 2017, assaults resulted in 18,400 injuries and 458 fatalities, according to Injury Facts.

Continue reading below to learn the importance and development process of a practical risk assessment.

Are you doing anything to prevent the suffering, loss of life and fines associated with an active threat? Give your employees the ability to put their lives back into their own hands.

Active Threat Solutions is offering a free seminar where an attendee could win a pair of Steelers season tickets near Pittsburgh on September 5 and September 19, 2019. Learn more about this free seminar below.

According to the Gun Violence Archive (GVA), the total number of mass shootings in 2019 so far is at 248 in the United States. The GVA provides public access to accurate information about gun-related violence in the U.S. and collects data from 6,500 sources daily. 

With gun-related violence on the rise this year, we should all be informed on how to appropriately take precautions to save not only our own lives but also the lives of others. How can we do this? Participate in an Active Shooter Training session.

Unfortunately, another shooting took place in Southaven, Mississippi. Read below for more details on the incident and how active shooter training can make a positive impact. 

Will you know what to do if an active shooter steps foot in your office or educational building? Your body will react before you have the time to process the situation sufficiently. There are two survival-induced reactions for all mammals, humans and animals, in response to high-stress and threatening situations - fight or flight. According to the New York Times, there have been 163 shootings in the past 50 years with 25 public mass shootings where four or more victims were killed. Many of the deadliest shootings have occurred within the past few years, as active shooting events are increasing. 

Are you ready to take action? Continue reading to understand your body’s response to stressful situations and how you can stay safe during life-threatening events.