Palmetto Safe Solutions, LLC
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Protect Your Congregation Without Turning Your Church Into a Fortress
Faith-Centered active threat preparedness for churches - balancing safety, compassion, and legal responsibility.
Why Churches Are Different
Most security training is built for corporations — not sanctuaries.
Churches are:
Open and welcoming by design
Staffed largely by volunteers
Reluctant to create fear or disruption
Accountable to boards, insurers, and the community
We help churches prepare quietly, responsibly, and in alignment with their faith.
What This Training Actually Does
This is not “run, hide, fight” dropped into a church setting.
Our approach focuses on:
Early awareness & prevention
Role clarity for pastors, ushers, greeters, and volunteers
Calm, coordinated response — not chaos
Medical and post-incident care
Documentation of due diligence
Result: Prepared leadership, confident volunteers, and a peaceful congregation.
Who is this for:
✔ Churches of all sizes
✔ Pastors and ministry leaders
✔ Safety teams & ushers
✔ Church boards and administrators
✔ Multi-campus or growing congregations
Common Concerns — Answered
“We don’t want to scare people.”
Preparedness creates peace. Your congregation never sees the planning — only the confidence.
“This probably won’t happen here.”
Most churches affected believed the same. Preparation is about responsibility, not fear.
“We’re trusting God.”
Faith and preparation go hand-in-hand. Stewardship includes protecting those entrusted to your care.
Why Palmetto Safe Solutions
Experience working with churches and faith-based organizations
Training designed for volunteers, not security professionals
Respect for church culture, theology, and leadership structure
Practical, realistic, and non-alarmist approach
We don’t turn churches into fortresses.
We help them prepare wisely.
Take the Next Step
You don’t need to do everything at once.
Start with a conversation.
👉 Schedule Your Free Church Safety Readiness Call
Serving churches across the Southeast | Discreet • Respectful • Professional
Active Threat Response Training
Schedule a Church Safety Readiness Call (FREE)
Download: Church Active Threat Readiness ChecklistShepherd Level 1 - Awareness & Staff/Congregation Readiness
2-hour faith-sensitive training (staff + Congregation) unlimited participants.
Covers essential Run-Hide-Fight defend protocols, situational awareness, and much more.
Outcome: Congregation & Leaders know what to do without panic.
Watchman Level 2 - Preparedness & Prevention (Most Popular)
3-4 hour comprehensive workshop for unlimited participants.
- Includes Level 1 topics
- Stop the Bleed Training (hands-on tourniquet application, wound packing, and direct pressure to control severe bleeding in the critical first minutes).
Outcome: Well-prepared staff, leaders, and congregation to respond with confidence and not fear.
Guardian Level 3 - Comprehensive Premium Protection
6-8 hour full-day immersion for up to 25 participants.
Builds on Level 1 and 2 & Includes:
- Scenario-based drills (e.g., mock intruder response)
- Safety Ministry Team Training
- Greeter/Usher positioning plans
- Emergency Action Plan Policy
- Incident Report Pack - Includes:
• General Incident Report
• Medical Incident Report
• Behavioral Incident Report
• Suspicious Activity Report
• Property Damage Report
• Children’s Ministry Injury Report
• Quick Start Guide
• How‑to‑Use Page
• Thank You & License Page
Outcome: Sustainable, repeatable church safety culture
Contact us Today for your FREE Church Safety Readiness Call.
Phone: 803-714-3912
📧 info@palmettosafesolutions.com
Churches may also request supplemental training, such as Stop the Bleed or Personal Safety Awareness, for volunteers, congregation, or community outreach events. See the link below for details.
Church Emergency Policy Planning
Clear Guidance for Calm, Responsible Preparedness
Church emergency policy planning provides faith-based organizations with clear, written guidance for responding to critical incidents — without disrupting worship or creating fear.
These policies help church leaders, staff, and volunteers understand roles, decisions, and priorities before an emergency occurs, allowing for calm and coordinated action if one ever does.
Why Emergency Policies Matter for Churches
Many churches rely on informal understanding or outdated templates.
In a real incident, this often leads to:
Confusion over who makes decisions
Delayed or conflicting actions
Increased risk to congregants
Gaps in documentation for boards and insurers
Well-designed emergency policies support:
Stewardship of people and facilities
Leadership confidence
Volunteer clarity
Documented due diligence
What Church Emergency Policy Planning Includes
Each policy plan is church-specific and tailored to your campus, congregation size, and ministry structure.
Plans may include:
- Leadership roles and decision authority
- Communication and notification procedures
- Evacuation, shelter, or lockdown guidance
- Medical response coordination
- Reunification and post-incident care
- Documentation and review procedures
Policies are written in plain language so volunteers can understand and apply them without specialized training.
Designed for Church Culture
Our approach respects that churches are:
- Open and welcoming by nature
- Often staffed by volunteers
- Focused on peace, not fear
- Accountable to boards and congregations
Emergency policies are developed to be:
- Practical and realistic
- Faith-aligned and non-alarmist
- Supportive of ministry operations
- Easy to maintain and update
How Policy Planning Fits with Training & Assessments
Emergency policies work best when paired with:
- Risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities
- Training to ensure understanding and confidence
- Ongoing review to account for changes in staff or facilities
Together, these elements create defensible preparedness rather than paperwork alone.
Who This Service Is For
- Churches beginning formal safety planning
- Churches updating outdated emergency plans
- Church boards seeking documentation of stewardship
- Multi-service or multi-building congregations
Next Step
Emergency policy planning is often the foundation for long-term preparedness.
👉 Schedule a Church Safety Readiness Call
No pressure. Just clarity and guidance. Starting at $199 per Policy (Bundle pricing available)
Download: Church Active Threat Readiness Checklist
Phone: 803-714-3912
📧 info@palmettosafesolutions.com
Churches may also request supplemental training, such as Stop the Bleed or Personal Safety Awareness, for volunteers, congregation, or community outreach events. See the link below for details.
Additional Training
Immediate Medical Response Training
Ongoing Preparedness Without Pressure or Fear
Safety isn't a one-time event. It's stewardship over time.
👉 Schedule Your Free Church Safety Readiness Call
Trauma-related deaths account for approximately 40% of fatalities worldwide, with severe bleeding being a leading cause. Time is critical, as someone experiencing severe bleeding can succumb in as little as 5 minutes. Our training emphasizes the urgent need for bleeding control to preserve life by containing blood loss and keeping it within the body.
Practical hands-on training!
Great for church security or volunteer staff. Starting at only $299
This course follows OSHA guidelines and covers bleeding control techniques like identifying types, applying pressure, wound packaging, and using a tourniquet. Upon completing the course, each participant will receive a certificate of completion.
Phone: 803-714-3912
📧 info@palmettosafesolutions.com
Organizations interested in comprehensive safety planning should view our Business or Church Safety Solutions.
Church Safety
Phone: 803-714-3912
📧 info@palmettosafesolutions.com
Churches may also request supplemental training, such as Refuse to Be a Vicrtim or Lethal vs. Non Lethal for volunteers, congregation, or community outreach events. See the link below for details.
Additional Training
Church Life Safety & Emergency Response CPR/AED
Ongoing Preparedness Without Pressure or Fear
Safety isn't a one-time event. It's stewardship over time.
👉 Schedule Your Free Church Safety Readiness Call
Life Safety & Emergency Response Training for Churches
At Palmetto Safe Solutions, we understand that your church is more than a building — it’s a community entrusted to your care. In addition to our proven active-threat and security services, we now offer life-saving emergency response training designed specifically for church environments.
Medical emergencies — such as cardiac arrest, choking, or severe bleeding — can occur at any time, often before first responders can arrive. Equipping your volunteers and staff with certified CPR/AED and emergency response skills helps protect your congregation, reduces risk, and reinforces your ministry’s commitment to care and stewardship.
What this includes:
Certified CPR/AED training for staff and volunteers
- Hands-on emergency response practice (adult & pediatric as needed)
- Secure use and placement of AED devices
- Documentation and training records for leadership
- Optional Stop the Bleed instruction
Contact Us Today to Get Your Free Quote.
Phone: 803-714-3912
📧 info@palmettosafesolutions.com
Churches may also request supplemental training, such as Immediate Medical Response
(bleeding Control) or Personal Safety Awareness, for volunteers, congregation, or community outreach events. See the link below for details.
Additional Training
Church Security/Safety Team Training
Ongoing Preparedness Without Pressure or Fear
Safety isn't a one-time event. It's stewardship over time.
👉 Schedule Your Free Church Safety Readiness Call
Level 1 Basic Orientation (2.5 Hours):A foundational session designed for churches just beginning their safety journey. This training covers Active Threat Response, Legal Basics, Threat Recognition, and an introduction to De-escalation techniques. Includes open Q&A to address your church’s unique concerns. (unlimited participants)
Level 2 – Core Team Training (4 hours):
Ideal for churches building a dedicated safety team. This session delivers full curriculum. Everything in Level 1+ patrol basics, observation skills, 5:1 team ratios, and immediate medical response (tourniquet use). Includes tabletop scenarios to rehearse real-world decisions. (up to 25 participants)
Level 3 – Full Certification – (6 hours):
Our most immersive option for churches ready to lead with confidence. Includes everything in Level 2 plus hands-on scenarios, use-of-force continuum, medical “Stop the Bleed” protocols, and Lethal vs. Non-Lethal. (Up to 25 participants)
Church Safety
Contact us today for your no hassle free quote & consultation.
Phone: 803-714-3912
📧 info@palmettosafesolutions.com
Churches may also request supplemental training, such as Refuse to Be a Vicrtim or Lethal vs. Non Lethal for volunteers, congregation, or community outreach events. See the link below for details.
Additional Training
Church Safety Partnership
Ongoing Preparedness Without Pressure or Fear
Safety isn't a one-time event. It's stewardship over time.
👉 Schedule Your Free Church Safety Readiness Call
Most churches do something once:
- A class
- A walkthrough
- A plan in a binder
Then:
- Volunteers change
- Buildings change
- Risks change
- Plans sit untouched
Preparedness fades quietly
The Church Safety Partnership exists so churches don't have to carry this burden alone.
What the Church Safety Partnership Is
The partnership is a year-round relationship, not a product.
It provides churches with:
- Ongoing guidance
- Updated preparedness
- leadership support
- Documentation of due diligence
All in a way that:
- Respects church culture
- Avoids fear-based tactics
- Supports pastors and boards
What's Included In the Partnership
Annual Preparedness Support
- Annual Safety Review
- Policy & Plan Updates
- Adjustments for new staff or volunteers
Training Continuity
- Annual training for staff and congregation
- New volunteer onboarding support
- Refresher training options
- Scenario updates as risks evolve
Leadership & Board Support
- Documentation pastors can share with boards
- Support for insurance & legal questions
- Guidance after incidents or close calls
Quiet, Ongoing Oversight
- You don't need to "figure it out" every year
- You're not starting over
- You're not alone
Who This Partnership Is For
✔ Churches that have already completed training or assessment
✔ Churches with volunteer turnover
✔ Multi-service or multi-building churches
✔ Pastors who want peace of mind, not anxiety
✔ Boards that want documented stewardship
Download: Church Active Threat Readiness Checklist
Contact Us Today to Get Your Free Quote.
Phone: 803-714-3912
📧 info@palmettosafesolutions.com
Churches may also request supplemental training, such as Immediate Medical Response
(bleeding Control), CPR/AED or Personal Safety Awareness, for volunteers, congregation, or community outreach events. See the link below for details.
Additional Training
