Of the 229 active shooter incidents recorded by the FBI between 2019 and 2023, the majority occurred in commerce (98 incidents), open spaces (85), government buildings (12), educational settings (12), and healthcare facilities (6). The FBI defines these as incidents where an individual is actively engaged in killing or attempting to kill people in a populated area.
In 2023, there were 740 workplace fatalities due to violent acts, including 458 homicides, accounting for 8.7% of all work-related fatalities. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported 392 workplace homicides and over 37,000 nonfatal intentional injuries in 2020. Between 2015 and 2019, there was an annual average of 1.3 million nonfatal workplace violence incidents.
Mindset & Preparation: Build a survival-focused mindset that balances safety with normal routines, reducing anxiety.
Awareness & Recognition: Spot behavioral warning signs and environmental cues early to act or prevent incidents.
VICTOR Protocol: Reverse victim patterns with proactive strategies to prevail under extreme pressure.
Tactical Response Options: Learn to alert, evade, barricade, fight, or provide aid based on capabilities and context.
Communication & Teamwork: Strengthen coordination under stress for clear communication and mutual support.
Perfect for:
Corporate leaders and executives
HR and safety teams
Education, healthcare, and public-facing staff
Any organization committed to workplace safety
About Trevor Thrasher
Selected by NASRO as the national expert for active shooter response training for school resource officers
Creator of OSS: Operative Self-Security—Special Operations for Everyday Life
Partner and Director of Training at 88 Tactical, a leading Midwest training center
Known for turning complex tactics into clear, practical skills
Enhance Employee Resilience
Equip your team with skills to act decisively, boosting confidence and reducing fear.
Proactive training reduces liability and strengthens your duty of care commitment.
Build a Safer
Culture
Foster teamwork and preparedness with strategies that integrate into daily operations.
Length: 60–90 minutes, with flexible options
Format: Live on-site, virtual, or hybrid presentation
Audience: Customizable for leadership, staff, or mixed groups
Delivery: Engaging, practical, and tailored to your organization’s needs
Contact us to customize the seminar for your team and make active threat preparedness a cornerstone of your organization’s safety strategy.