Lockdown. “Lockdown” should only be used when there is a major incident or threat of violence within the school/site, or in relation to the school/site (e.g., armed intruder, attempted abduction). During a lockdown students and staff are directed to a secure room, doors locked, windows and curtains closed, and all sight lines into rooms blocked. • The lockdown plan must be practised and logged in the fall and spring during the school year. These procedures and plans must be reviewed with staff at the beginning of each school year. Lockdown drills shall be conducted in a manner that will not unduly upset younger students. Early in the school year, parents/guardians shall be informed that lockdown drills will be conducted. • This plan shall consider students and staff inside, as well as those outside the school. The plans should include a process for dealing with situations where classes are in progress and at break. Plans must take into account communication systems within the school and for those who may be outside the building. Specific arrangements must be in place for students and staff in portables. • The Principal/Manager will ensure that all occasional staff members are made aware of school/site security and lockdown plans. • The Principal/Manager will announce a lockdown then immediately call 911 (unless the police are already involved) and stay on the line to provide information requested. The Principal/Manager will contact the Superintendent of Education/Business and the Manager of Communications and Community Relations as soon as possible. • The Principal/Manager will de-brief with staff, students, and parents as soon as possible after a lockdown has been implemented. Communication is important to avoid rumours and misinformation. • After a school security protocol has been employed, a written report will be prepared by the Principal/Manager and submitted to the Superintendent of Education/Business • An event requiring lockdown is a bomb threat.
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