City of Flint Police Department Announces Free Active Shooter Training for Community Organizations, Schools, and Churches

Flint, Mich. — The City of Flint Police Department is offering free active shooter training to community organizations, schools, and churches to help strengthen safety and protect residents.
Last week the Police Department offered the same training to all City employees over two days. These trainings are designed to help protect lives and give individuals the tools they need to respond in an emergency.

In light of the recent tragedy in Grand Blanc, the City of Flint wants everyone in our community to be equipped with the skills and knowledge to deal with the worst situations.

The training covers:

-Notification procedures
-Safe evacuation
-Survival Techniques
-Barricading in place

Chief of Police Terence Green stresses the importance of preparation. “Recent violent incidents in Grand Blanc have underscored the need for everyone to be prepared. These sessions equip our community with practical safety steps and a united plan of action.”

Trainings are flexible and offered in three-hour sessions that can be split into 1.5-hour blocks. Sessions can also be scheduled onsite at schools, churches, or organizations. Organizations looking for more information or who want to schedule training can call (810) 237-6868.

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