This Shabbat: Lock-Down Drill March 5!

Shabbat Lock-Down Drill March 5, 2016 

The Bayit will be holding this coming Shabbat a shul-wide drill in order to prepare for the unlikely event of an intruder in our building. 

The drill will be led by our CSS team. 

Here's what you may want to know: 

Q: What will I need to do ? How can I help make everyone safe? 

◦ Please follow the instructions of the CSS Team. They have been trained in security and have rehearsed this scenario. ◦ We will not be going outside but you may be asked to move from your place. As always, please be sensitive to those needing a little assistance. 

Q: How does this impact our children in the building? 

◦ Our children's safety is a top priority. Youth groups leaders will be trained in lock-down procedures and leaders and children will meet the CSS volunteers who will ensure that the drill runs smoothly and successfully. 

Q: What do I do if I see a flashing blue light in the ceiling?

◦ A flashing blue light is a signal of potential danger. Please calmly proceed to a Safe Area (see below) and listen for instructions. 

Q: Where are the Safe Areas? What makes them safe? 

◦ Main Sanctuary ◦ Lower Level: Beit Midrash and Social Hall ◦ Any room on Floors 2 and 3 ◦ The Safe Areas put at least one locked interior door between you and an exterior door through which an intruder may enter. 

Q: What do I do if I sense a potential danger? 

◦ Pull one of the Blue Panic switches: this will summon the Police and cause the Blue Lights to flash, alerting others. ◦ Please note the location of the Blue Panic switches on each floor. We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for helping make all of us safer.