Michael Julian
Second Generation CEO
In the attached video, Michael Julian, the founder of the A.L.I.V.E. (Assess, Leave, Impede, Violence, and Expose) program, is being interviewed by a Fox News host about the recent mass shootings and how people can protect themselves in such situations. The A.L.I.V.E. program is a comprehensive active shooter response training that teaches individuals how to respond in real-life active shooter incidents.
During the interview, Julian emphasizes the importance of assessing the situation and making informed decisions in the event of an active shooter. The first step of the A.L.I.V.E. program is to assess the situation, which involves quickly evaluating the environment and determining the best course of action.
The next step is to leave the area, if possible. Julian stresses the importance of getting as far away from the shooter as possible, as quickly as possible. If leaving the area is not possible, individuals should look for ways to impede the shooter, such as barricading doors or blocking entryways.
For more information please visit:
https://activeshootersurvivaltraining.com/
Michael D. Julian is President of MPS Security & Protection and a 30-plus-year veteran of the security and investigations industry. He served as President of the California Association of Licensed Investigators (CALI) from 2005 to 2015 and has led executive protection, residential security, and corporate investigations engagements for Fortune 500 principals, high-net-worth families, and public figures across the United States. Connect with Michael on LinkedIn.
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