From Charlie Hebdo to Pulse Nightclub, stories of terrorism and mass shootings have, sadly, dominated the global airwaves in 2016. Perhaps the most frightening part of this violence? People have the greatest chance of becoming a victim of a mass shooting when they’re simply going to work. According to a 2013 study, 70% of U.S. mass shootings occur in schools and businesses – our places of work.

Although employers want to do their very best to avoid this terror, it can be quite difficult to prevent active-shooter incidents. They’re uncommon, can strike at any time, and are typically over in a matter of minutes or even seconds. However, there are things you can do to prepare for the worst. Here are a few basic guidelines that often go overlooked. 
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