• School Safety & Emergency Preparedness

    Practical Planning That Protects Students, Staff, and Trust

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    Active Shooter Response Training

    Age-appropriate safety training, risk assessments, and emergency planning designed for schools — not corporate environments.

    👉 Schedule a School Safety Readiness Call

    Why Schools Require a Different Approach

    Schools are unique environments.

    They involve:

    • Children and adolescents
    • Emotional and developmental considerations
    • High public trust and visibility
    • Regulatory and policy expectations
    • Staff who are educators first, not security professionals

    Generic active-threat training fails in schools because it does not account for these realities.

    Preparedness must be calm, age-appropriate, and policy-aligned.

    Our School Safety Approach

    We help schools prepare in a way that is:

    • Developmentally appropriate
    • Trauma-informed
    • Policy-focused
    • Practical for educators and staff

    No scare tactics.

    No surprise drills.

    No one-size-fits-all programs.

    Our goal is confidence, clarity, and care.

    School Safety Services

    Foundation Level 1 – Staff Awareness & Prevention (Starting at $449)

    Best for schools beginning formal preparedness

    Includes:

    • Staff-only safety awareness training
    • Recognition of concerning behaviors
    • Reporting and escalation guidance
    • Role clarity for teachers, administrators, and staff

    Outcome: Staff understand expectations without fear or confusion.

    Preparedness Level 2 – Risk Reduction & Response (Starting at $649)

    Most popular option

    Includes:

    • Active Threat Training
    • Emergency response guidance aligned with school policies
    • Staff response training (no student participation)
    • Stop the Bleed Training

    Outcome: Clear procedures and defensible preparedness.

    Continuity Level 3 – Comprehensive School Safety (Starting at $1,299)

    For schools seeking long-term readiness

    Includes:

    • All training in Level 1 & 2
    • Policy review and updates
    • Annual refresh options
    • Survive The Unthinkable: Your Complete Guide to Active Shooter Response & Survival eBook

    Outcome: Sustainable preparedness that evolves with the school.

    School Emergency Policy Planning

    Emergency policies provide schools with:

    • Clear decision authority
    • Communication procedures
    • Staff responsibilities during incidents
    • Alignment with district or regulatory expectations
    • Documentation for accountability

    Policies are written to be:

    • Clear and practical
    • Appropriate for school environments
    • Supportive of educators and administrators

    👉 Schedule Your School Safety Call Today

    How Training & Risk Assessments Work Together

    Risk assessments identify vulnerabilities.

    Training ensures staff know how to respond.

    Policies provide structure and accountability.

    Together, they create defensible, compassionate preparedness.

    Common School Safety Concerns — Answered

    “Will this traumatize students?”

    No. Training is staff-focused and age-appropriate. We do not involve students in active-threat training.

    “Will this disrupt instruction time?”

    No. Training is scheduled to minimize classroom impact.

    “Is this aligned with best practices?”

    Yes. Our approach supports policy alignment and documented due diligence.

    Free School Safety Readiness Call

    During this call, school leaders receive:

    • A high-level safety snapshot
    • Priority improvement areas
    • One immediate no-cost recommendation
    • Clear next steps if appropriate

    👉 Schedule Your School Safety Readiness Call

    Why Palmetto Safe Solutions

    • Experience working in educational environments
    • Calm, trauma-informed approach
    • Training designed for educators, not security professionals
    • Clear documentation for leadership and boards

    We help schools prepare without fear and without disruption.

    Phone: 803-714-3912

    📧 info@palmettosafesolutions.com

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    Immediate Medical Response Training (IMRT)

    Trauma-related deaths account for approximately 40% of fatalities worldwide, with severe bleeding being a leading cause. Time is critcal, 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!
    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.
    Groups <25 ($299)
    Groups 25-100 ($499)
    Groups 100> ($699)
    Phone: 803-714-3912
    📧 info@palmettosafesolutions.com
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    School Emergency Preparedness & CPR/AED

    School Life Safety & Certified Emergency Response Training

    Your school’s first priority is the safety of students and staff. At Palmetto Safe Solutions, we already provide age-appropriate, trauma-informed active-threat and emergency planning for schools. Building on that, we now offer certified CPR/AED and emergency response training tailored for school environments.

    Teachers, administrators, and support staff face unique challenges in medical crises — from infant care to adolescent health incidents. Our training ensures your team can respond confidently and effectively while maintaining a calm environment.

    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

    Refuse To Be A Victim Crime Prevention Seminar

    Overview
    Welcome to Refuse To Be A Victim!

    Your single most important step toward ensuring your personal safety is making the conscious decision to Refuse To Be A Victim® (RTBAV). Safety experts agree you stand a much better chance of preventing a criminal attack if you develop a safety plan before you need it.

    NRA’s Refuse To Be A Victim® program teaches the tips and techniques you need to be alerted to dangerous situations and to avoid criminal confrontation. Seminars are open to individuals of all ages. The Refuse To Be A Victim® program is not a firearms or self-defense class. It is a seminar that will help you improve your personal safety strategies and will provide you with valuable information that you can apply in every area of your life. This popular program is utilized by hundreds of law enforcement agencies in their crime prevention and community policing initiatives to help protect their communities. Corporations, educational institutions, churches, and community centers have also adopted the program. Palmetto Safe Solutions is offering the Refuse To Be A Victim® crime prevention seminar.

    The 4-hour classroom-only seminar: (Shorter versions available upon request)

    • Teaches easy-to-understand methods you can use to increase awareness and prevent criminal confrontation
    • It is not a firearms class or self-defense class
    • We provide each participant with a student handbook and brochure

    From the Seminar, you will receive the tools you need to develop your own personal safety strategy, including information about:

    • The Psychology of Criminal Predators
    • Mental Preparedness
    • Physical Security
    • Home Security
    • Automobile Security
    • Out-of-Town Travel Security
    • Technological Security
    • Personal Protection Devices
    • Domestic Violence & Stalking
    • Special Situations
      • In the Workplace
      • Parents and Children – From Pre-School through High School
      • Senior Citizens and People with Physical Disabilities

    Students will receive the following items:

    • Refuse To Be A Victim® Student’s Handbook
    • Refuse To Be A Victim® Student’s Handbook Firearm Supplement
    • Refuse To Be A Victim® Program Brochure
    • Become A Refuse To Be A Victim® Instructor Brochure
    • Refuse To Be A Victim® Seminar Completion Certificate

    Important Information

    • The seminar is open to anyone interested in personal safety, in and outside the home, and crime prevention.
    • Avoidance, the best method of prevention, and techniques are discussed.
    • High school students going off to college and their parents will find the information invaluable.
    • Instructors are highly trained in personal protection and crime prevention techniques.
    Improve your personal safety strategies by attending the Seminar and learn valuable information that you can apply in every area of your life.

    Individual/Small Group 1-9 participants $45 per person
    Standard group 10-25 participants $35 per person
    Large group/Church Package 26-50 participants $25 per person
    For larger groups, please contact us to request a quote.
    Phone: 803-714-3912
    📧 info@palmettosafesolutions.com

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    Custom Consulting

    Consulting service offers personalized support to enhance your safety and security measures. Our experienced team provides tailored guidance, conducting in-depth assessments and developing customized strategies to address your unique needs. Whether it’s active threat prevention or emergency preparedness, we empower you with actionable solutions.
    Contact Us Today to Get Your Free Quote.
    Phone: 803-714-3912
    📧 info@palmettosafesolutions.com