Active Shooter Training
California Active Shooter Training and Preparedness
Active shooter incidents have unfortunately become all too common in the United States, and California is no exception. From the 2015 San Bernardino shooting to the 2018 Thousand Oaks shooting, Californians have experienced firsthand the devastation that can be caused by an active shooter. In response to these tragic events, California active shooter training and preparedness programs such as AVERT are more vital than ever to help individuals and organizations be better prepared for such situations.
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What is California Active Shooter Training?
Active Violence Emergency Response Training (AVERT) is Active shooter training in California that gives individuals the tools to understand how to respond in the event of an active shooter situation. This training is designed to help individuals stay calm and focused in a high-stress situation, how to react quickly, and how to control life-threatening bleeding.
There are several ways to get California active shooter response training, including online courses, classroom training, and hands-on training such as with AVERT. More than active shooter response training, AVERT enables you to become an immediate responder by teaching skills in emergency bleeding control.

What is California Active Shooter Preparedness?
Active shooter preparedness in California is the process of preparing for an active shooter situation before it occurs. This involves developing a plan of action, identifying potential risks, and training employees or other members of an organization to respond in the event of an active shooter situation with a program such as AVERT.
Preparing for an active shooter situation in California involves several steps, including:
- Conducting risk assessment: This usually involves identifying potential vulnerabilities and risks, such as entry points or areas where groups of people may gather, depending on your business or organization.
- Developing an emergency action plan: This plan should outline the steps to take in the event of an active shooter situation, including how to evacuate or shelter in place.
- Training employees or other members of your organization: California Active Violence Training should include both active shooter training and drills such as what AVERT provides, so that individuals are better prepared to respond in the event of an actual incident.
- Know how to communicate with law enforcement: In the event of a California active shooter situation, it is important to communicate with California law enforcement so that they can respond as quickly and effectively as possible.

California Active Shooter Training and Preparedness Programs
Active shooter incidents are a tragic reality in our society, in California as well as across the United States, and it is vital for individuals and organizations to be prepared for such situations. California Active shooter training and preparedness programs such as AVERT can help individuals to remain calm and focused during high stress situations and give them the skills they need to save lives. Call today to begin your California Active Shooter Preparedness Training with AVERT.

California Bleeding Control Training
Beyond immediate threat response, managing the aftermath is crucial. Our comprehensive California Bleeding Control Training prepares individuals and organizations to provide vital first aid, ensuring that participants are ready to assist in emergencies and contribute to the resilience and safety of their communities.

Two ways to get California active shooter training with AVERT
Active shooter instructor training

Train others in active shooter safety techniques and emergency bleeding control with the AVERT Instructor Development Course (IDC).
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Contact us for more information on active shooter training and emergency stop the bleed techniques taught in the AVERT program.
Contact UsCalifornia Cities Offering Active Shooter Instructor Training
HSI provides active shooter Instructor Development courses (IDCs) across major cities in California to help individuals and organizations prepare for emergencies. Our AVERT program is available in Anaheim, Los Angeles, Riverside, Sacramento, San Diego, and San Francisco, ensuring that communities throughout the state have access to critical training. HSI equips participants with the skills needed to respond swiftly in high-stress situations and manage life-threatening injuries. View the full schedule of upcoming IDC sessions in your city here and secure your spot today.

Mass Shooting Statistics in California
According to the Gun Violence Archive, from 2014-2022, California had:
369
Total Mass Shootings
527
Victims Injured
1319
Victims Killed