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Standard Response Protocol

The Standard Response Protocol(SRP) is a set of research-based actions/drills designed to provide consistent, clear, shared language and actions among all students, staff and first responders, that can be applied in any emergency situation.

Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools will begin using the Standard Response Protocol (SRP) developed by The “I Love U Guys” Foundation in the 2022-23 school year. WS/FCS will partner with area universities, law enforcement, and first responders to adopt the new practices this year.

FAQ's

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN SECURE AND LOCKDOWN AGAIN?

The term "Secure" is used when there is a potential threat that can be mitigated by bringing everyone inside. It should be announced with the directive "Get inside. Lock outside doors," which signals to bring people in and lock exterior doors. While it calls for heightened situational awareness, it also allows for indoor activities to continue. The term "Lockdown" means there is an active or imminent threat inside or nearby requiring immediate protective action. It is followed by the directive "Locks, Lights, Out of Sight" and requires locking classroom doors, turning out the lights, and remaining hidden until first responders arrive. Effectively if the threat is outside the building, Secure. If the threat is inside the building, Lockdown.
WHAT IF THE THREAT IS CLOSE TO THE BUILDING?
CAN THE SRP BE USED IN CONJUNCTION WITH OTHER SAFETY PLANS?

Yes, absolutely. The SRP is designed as an enhancement to any safety plan. It covers critical incidents by standardizing vocabulary so stakeholders can easily understand the status and respond quickly when an unforeseen event occurs. Comprehensive safety plans will include components such as communications, threat assessment, local hazards, operation continuity and reunification, among other items.

REUNIFICATION

A critical aspect of crisis response is accountable reunification of students with their parents or guardians in the event of a school crisis or emergency. The Standard Reunification Method provides school and district safety teams with proven methods for planning, practicing and achieving a successful reunification.

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