How fast should you move when responding to a stimulus in an active shooter scenario?

How fast should you move when responding to a stimulus in an active shooter scenario?

• A. No faster than you can accurately think and shoot
• B. As fast as you can move
• C. Only after orders are given
• D. After backup has arrived

Answer: (A)

In an active shooter response, speed must be matched to your ability to think clearly and shoot accurately. You should move quickly, but only as fast as you can maintain control—including threat assessment, weapon handling, sight alignment, and trigger discipline. Rushing beyond what your training and stress level allow can degrade accuracy, cause you to miss threats, or put you at risk by losing balance or skirting around cover. Acting promptly with deliberate, controlled movement saves lives by ensuring you both reach the threat and engage it safely. Waiting for orders or for backup typically slows the response and increases danger, whereas moving in a way you can safely manage is the most effective approach.

In an active shooter response, speed must be matched to your ability to think clearly and shoot accurately. You should move quickly, but only as fast as you can maintain control—including threat assessment, weapon handling, sight alignment, and trigger discipline. Rushing beyond what your training and stress level allow can degrade accuracy, cause you to miss threats, or put you at risk by losing balance or skirting around cover. Acting promptly with deliberate, controlled movement saves lives by ensuring you both reach the threat and engage it safely. Waiting for orders or for backup typically slows the response and increases danger, whereas moving in a way you can safely manage is the most effective approach.