What is A.L.I.C.E?

ALICE is a dynamic safety protocol that empowers individuals to make choices based on real-time information in an emergency situation to increase safety and reduce casualties.

What does the acronym mean?

A      ALERT.  

• Use plain and specific language.  
• Avoid code words. 
• Inform as many people as possible in the danger zone that a potentially life threatening situation exists.
• Convey as much specific information as possible to help individuals make an informed decision. 
• Use multiple means of communication:  intercom, text, phone, etc.

L       LOCKDOWN.  

• Barricade the room.
• Silence phones.
• Prepare to EVACUATE or COUNTER if needed. 
• Provides time to come up with a plan based on information – options to EVACUATE or COUNTER

I        INFORM.  

• Communicate the intruder’s location in real time. 
• Use any means available to pass on real time information. Text message, Intercom, phone, 911 calls.  
• Update often.  
• Anyone with information should communicate it
• Plain and clear language

C      COUNTER.  

• Create noise, movement, distance and distraction.
• Create a dynamic environment (use any objects or items available)
• Distract the intruder
• Goal is to reduce intruders/shooter’s ability to shoot accurately
• Create opportunity to EVACUATE

E       EVACUATE.  

• When safe to do so, remove yourself from the danger zone.
• Strategic evacuation based on information
• Avoid the intruder if safe to do so
• Leave the building and get as far away as quickly as possible
• Any means of egress – door, window, etc.