Developed by UC San Diego Health System, this interactive tabletop exercise aims to enhance hospital preparedness for potential active shooter incidents. The exercise engages participants in a realistic scenario that promotes strategic discussions and decision-making regarding roles, communication strategies, and response protocols.
Outcomes include building collaboration among various departments, highlighting the importance of coordinated responses between security, administration, and emergency services. Following the simulation, facilitators lead a debriefing session to evaluate participants’ actions, identify strengths and weaknesses, and suggest improvements to existing emergency plans.