C3 Podcast: Active Shooter Incident Management
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This C3 Pathways Podcast series discusses Active Shooter Incident Management (ASIM). The Podcast features instructors and special guests discussing key elements and challenges of Active Shooter Incident Management and the implications for law enforcement, fire, and EMS responders. The bad guy and the clock both kill innocent victims. Don't miss the opportunity to gain key insights that may help you save lives!
Episodes
- Ep 125: Who is Medical on a Rescue Task Force?
This episode of the Active Shooter Incident Management Podcast addresses the common problem of unclear plans for medical personnel and transport capacity in active shooter incidents, especially when EMS is not fire-based. Guests discuss pr…
- Ep 124: How Does Contact 2 Deploy?
This episode of the Active Shooter Incident Management Podcast addresses listener questions about the deployment of Contact Team 2. It explains updated triggers for self-forming and deploying this team faster, drawing on extensive exercise…
- Ep 123: Who's Running Your Perimeter?
This episode of the Active Shooter Incident Management Podcast addresses the optimal placement of the Perimeter Group Supervisor, weighing the benefits of standing a post versus being in the command post. It explores how staffing levels an…
- Ep 122: Unified Command - Does Your Chief Know What To Do?
In episode 122 of the Active Shooter Incident Management Podcast, host Bill Godfrey discusses the transition to unified command during active shooter events with Sheriff Kevin Beary and Assistant Police Chief Kevin Nichols. They examine fa…
- Ep 121: The Critical Role of Dispatch and 911
This episode of C3 Podcast features Bill Godfrey, Sheriff Kevin Beary, and Kevin Nichols discussing the vital role of 911 dispatch in active shooter incidents. They cover how dispatchers manage information, support initial responses, handl…
- Ep 120: CCP vs AEP
This episode of C3 Podcast breaks down the differences between Casualty Collection Points (CCPs) and Ambulance Exchange Points (AEPs) in active shooter and mass casualty events. It covers their setup, how they work together for rapid victi…
- Ep 119: College Shooting - A Student’s Story
Hope, a student at Florida State University, recounts the events of an active shooter incident on campus in April 2025. She describes the fear, lockdown alerts, and challenges of navigating the situation, including unclear instructions and…
- Ep 118: You Use This Everyday
Episode 118 of the C3 Podcast, "You Use This Everyday," explains how first responders can practice active shooter incident management during routine calls and everyday events. The panel offers strategies for skill integration, consistent t…
- Ep 117: Managing Uninjured Survivors
Episode 117 of the Active Shooter Incident Management podcast addresses the challenges of managing uninjured survivors after mass casualty events. Host Bill Godfrey and instructors discuss immediate actions, crowd control tactics, survivor…
- Ep 116: Incident Management vs. Tactics
The C3 Podcast episode "Incident Management vs. Tactics" argues for the integration of incident management and tactical training for emergency response agencies. It highlights the need for joint drills to improve communication and coordina…
- Ep 115: Outside Threats
This episode of Active Shooter Incident Management discusses the unique challenges of managing outdoor active shooter incidents compared to indoor events. It covers issues like limited cover, crowd dynamics, planning with venue staff, and…
- Ep 114: What is an Active Threat?
Episode 114 of C3 Podcast defines "active threat" in scenarios like active shooter events, emphasizing the need for first responders to recognize when a threat is ongoing versus neutralized. The discussion highlights the critical shift fro…
- Ep 113: What Is Your Mission?
C3 Podcast episode 113 details the three essential priorities for law enforcement, fire, and EMS during an active shooter incident: neutralizing the immediate threat, rescuing the injured, and clearing the scene. The discussion emphasizes…
- Ep 112: RTF Deployment Teamwork
This episode discusses the essential interagency teamwork required for Rescue Task Forces (RTFs) during high-risk incidents like active shooter events. It details the importance of pre-deployment briefings, clear communication, and a unifi…
- Ep 111: Three Scenes
This episode of C3 Podcast discusses the three crime scenes involved in active shooter incidents and the complexities of managing them. It covers topics such as scene identification, resource allocation, digital forensics, challenges with…
- Ep 110: Tactical or Management
This episode of C3 Podcast features a panel discussing the differences between tactical execution and incident management during active shooter events. It covers the distinct roles of law enforcement, fire, and EMS, highlighting challenges…
- Ep 109: Don't Let a Locked Door Cost Lives
In episode 109 of C3 Podcast, the panel discusses crucial door breaching techniques for law enforcement during active shooter incidents. The conversation highlights the importance of using appropriate tools and methods for quick entry, und…
- Ep 108: Response to Hospital Shootings Revisited
Episode 108 revisits responding to shootings in healthcare facilities, covering unique challenges and balancing duty of care with safety. The discussion includes integrating command systems, preparedness tips for staff in high-risk areas,…
- Ep 107: Response to Hospital Shootings
This episode of the C3 Podcast explores strategies for responding to active shooter incidents in hospitals. It covers statistical insights, the role of armed security, complexities of lockdowns, the integration of Rescue Task Forces, and t…
- Ep 106: Voluntary Forced Training
In this episode of the Active Shooter Incident Management podcast, host Bill Godfrey and instructors Scott Formankiewicz, Kami Maertz, and Terrance Weems discuss "voluntary forced training." They cover building inter-agency cooperation, st…
- Ep 105: Executing Many Tasks
Episode 105 of the Active Shooter Incident Management Podcast explores how the sequence of actions affects emergency response to active shooter events. Key topics include task prioritization, coordination between law enforcement and medica…
- Ep 104: Ballistic Protection for EMS
Episode 104 discusses implementing body armor for EMS personnel, addressing its benefits, challenges, and practical considerations like cost, fit, and mobility.
- Ep 103: Virtual Training
Episode 103 of the C3 Podcast explores virtual training for active shooter incident management. It highlights the use of computer simulations and large-scale exercises, discussing the training structure, learning process, and skills develo…
- Ep 102: You're First. Now What?
Episode 102 of the C3 Podcast features a panel discussing the responsibilities of the first officers at an active shooter incident. Insights cover initial approach, size-up reports, and resource management for law enforcement, fire, and EM…
- Ep 101: Overcoming Resistance To Change
In episode 101 of C3 Podcast, panelists discuss challenges and strategies for overcoming resistance to change in emergency response protocols. Key topics include communication barriers, inter-agency training, radio interoperability, unifie…
- Ep 100: Mastering Reunification Part 2
Part two of this episode continues the conversation on the Standard Reunification Method (SRM) with John-Michael Keyes, Stacy Avila, and Kevin Burd. It explores the SRM's relationship with School Safety and Violent Event Incident Managemen…
- Ep 99: Mastering Reunification Part 1
John-Michael Keyes, Stacy Avila, and Kevin Burd from the I Love U Guys Foundation discuss reunification training and exercises for schools and public safety organizations with Bill Godfrey. The episode highlights the Standard Reunification…
- Ep 98: Crisis Communication Strategies
This episode of C3 Podcast features an expert panel discussing crisis communication strategies for large campus environments like schools, hospitals, and malls. They cover effective communication methods during emergencies, including the u…
- Ep 97: When Thinking Negatively is Positive
This C3 Podcast episode discusses "inverted thinking" in emergency response, explaining how anticipating negative outcomes can improve preparation and decision-making for critical incidents. The panel shares real-world examples of applying…
- Ep 96: Active Shooter Data and Trends
Episode 96 of the C3 Podcast examines active shooter data and trends, covering statistics, response strategies, and the role of data in crisis management. It highlights response priorities, training needs, and adaptability for professional…
- Ep 95: Becoming A Great Instructor
This episode of the C3 Podcast discusses the essential elements that make instructors great, featuring insights from John-Michael Keyes and the I Love U Guys Foundation. Topics include preparation, audience engagement, professional deliver…
- Ep 94: The Role Of Armed Citizen
The C3 Podcast episode 'The Role Of Armed Citizen' discusses the benefits, risks, training needs, and legal considerations for armed citizens intervening in active shooter incidents. Experts emphasize the significant responsibilities and r…
- Ep 93: The "I Love U Guys" Foundation 2024
This episode discusses The "I Love U Guys" Foundation, established in 2006 after a school shooting. The foundation collaborates with various entities to promote youth safety and preparedness through educational programs and positive action…
- Ep 92: Area Command - What Is It And When Do I Need It?
This episode of the C3 Podcast discusses Area Command, a strategy for managing resource competition when multiple events impact a community. The panel covers the necessity, functions, and participants of Area Command.
- Ep 91: Load And Go
In Ep 91: Load And Go, the C3 Podcast panel discusses the appropriate use of law enforcement patient transport and the definition of definitive care. The episode highlights the importance of trained resources reaching the patient's side, n…
- Ep 90: What Are The Challenges Of Breaching?
In episode 90 of the C3 Podcast, panelists discuss the challenges associated with breaching and gaining entry during active shooter incidents. The conversation covers tool availability, training, KnoxBoxes, fire inspectors, and handling gl…
- Ep 89: Witness or Defendant Decided by Actions? - A Listener Question
This episode discusses how police officers' actions during active shooter incidents are judged based on objective reasonableness, encompassing safety priorities, policies, procedures, and training.
- Ep 88: Basic Tactics for All Responders
The C3 Podcast panel discusses essential knowledge for tactical, triage, and transport responders during an active shooter incident, focusing on enabling correct, quick, and accurate decision-making when working with unfamiliar locations o…
- Ep 87: Critical Perimeter Functions
Episode 87 of the C3 Podcast discusses critical perimeter functions during active shooter incidents. The panel covers the establishment of inner perimeters to contain subjects and outer perimeters to control access to the scene.
- Ep 86: Injured Hostage Equals Active Killing
This episode of the Active Shooter Incident Management Podcast discusses whether an injured hostage situation, after a shooting has stopped, constitutes active killing. Hosts Bill Godfrey, Billy Perry, and Pete Kelting consider decisions b…
- Ep 85: Common Misconceptions Revisited
Episode 85 of the C3 Podcast revisits seven common misconceptions identified in 2018 regarding Active Shooter Incident Management. The episode assesses progress, highlights areas needing improvement, and examines new misconceptions, discus…
- Ep 84: What Happens After Reunification?
Episode 84 of the Active Shooter Incident Management Podcast addresses the community impact of active shooter events, emphasizing the need to manage ongoing needs for recovery after reunification and suggesting advance conversations.
- Ep 83: Stepping up as Team Leader
Episode 83 discusses the role of the first-arriving officer as a potential team leader during active shooter incidents. It suggests preparing for this leadership role through planning and practicing how to handle critical decisions.
- Ep 82: Transport Group Supervisor
Episode 82 of the Active Shooter Incident Management Podcast covers the role of the Transport Group Supervisor. The discussion includes considerations for ambulance exchange points and transportation, emphasizing the need for collaboration…
- Ep 81: Contact Team Negotiator
Episode 81 of the C3 Podcast discusses the role of the contact team in active shooter incidents, focusing on safety priorities, situational awareness, and the initiation of negotiations once the immediate threat is neutralized. The panel s…
- Ep 80: Adaptive Training
This episode of the Active Shooter Incident Management Podcast, Ep 80: Adaptive Training, features a panel discussing the necessity of adaptable and inventive training methods to prepare for diverse active shooter scenarios. The objective…
- Ep 79: When Communications Fail
Episode 79 of the Active Shooter Incident Management Podcast addresses critical communication failures during incidents involving multiple resources. It emphasizes the need for advance planning and technological solutions to maintain infor…
- Ep 78: Civilians On The Scene
In episode 78 of the C3 Podcast, panelists discuss the role of civilians in active shooter incidents. They cover actions civilians can take to support first responders, such as complying with instructions, providing crucial information, an…
- Ep 77: The Job Of RTF 1
Episode 77 of the C3 Podcast discusses the role of Rescue Task Force 1 (RTF1) in active shooter incidents. Hosts Tom Billington, Bill Godfrey, Kami Maertz, and Ron Otterbacher explain the dual medical and security responsibilities of RTF1,…
- Ep 76: The Price Of Prevention
Bill Godfrey, Adam Pendley, and Billy Perry address questions about selecting security products and consultants, and how to apply the appropriate tools to different environments. This episode of C3 Podcast focuses on the price of preventio…