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The Federal Bureau of Investigation categorizes terrorism in the United States in two waysdomestic terrorism or international terrorism

· Domestic Terrorism: Involves groups or individuals whose terrorist activities are directed at elements of our government or population without foreign direction

International Terrorism: Involves groups or individuals whose terrorist activities are foreignbased and/or whose activities transcend national boundaries

According to the Federal Emergency Management Association (FEMA), the weapons of mass destruction likely used by terrorist groups can be categorized into four categories: 1. Conventional 2. Chemical 3. Biological 4. Nuclear

Although specific guidelines for schools have not yet been developed; some preliminary considerations are set forth below:

Conventional Weapons

Includes bombs and other explosive devices Place students and staff in a protected space and increase the distance from the blast area Move to interior hallways, away from windows, closing doors to exterior rooms Assume the “duck and cover” position Shut off gas utilities Release students to their parents/authorized persons in accordance with ER release procedures

Biological Weapons

Includes organisms or toxins that have illness producing effects on people, livestock and crops. They can be dispersed as aerosols or airborne particles Get students into buildings, close all doors and windows, and shut down HVAC systems Release students to their parents/authorized persons in accordance with ER release procedures

Chemical Weapons

Includes poisonous gases, liquids or solids that have toxic effects on people, animals or plants. Can cause serious injuries or death Get all students into buildings, close all windows and doors, shut off heat, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems Decisions to evacuate should be based on the location of the chemical release and the direction and speed of winds carrying the agent toward or away from school If students are released to parents, procedures to minimize the penetration of airborne substances must be considered

Nuclear Weapons

Such weapons present a threat of not only blast effect but also of exposure to radiation Move to interior hallways, away from windows, closing doors to exterior rooms Assume “duck and cover” position Shut off gas utilities Release students to their parents/authorized persons in accordance with ER release procedures

Responsibilities of CRIT Members/Sweep Team

Report to Administrator-in-Charge for direction Monitor hallways, bathrooms, and unsupervised areas of the building Check in with teachers to see if they have any needs or concerns Help with parent notification and dismissal of students