Hi All, Does anyone have a procedure for an active assault that you would be willing to share? I am particularly interested in libraries that do not have a security person in the building and/or those that are a distance from the nearest law enforcement agency. We had a Board member suggest that perhaps the library desk should stock pepper spray for emergencies (such as a person who enters the building and starts attacking patrons). It was suggested I find out what other libraries are doing to train their staff and protect patrons in the event of an active assault of any kind. We do have a Policy for patron behavior, but it assumes that staff will be able to approach the patron and ask them to leave and/or issue a verbal warning that they will be calling the police. In the question above, we are assuming that reasoning with the person is not an option and response time may be long. Thank you! Megan
We don't have a plan but our next staff meeting is Monday and I would be very interested in hearing what plans people do have in place. Thanks, Jaema Berman ----- Original Message ----- From: "Megan Buck" <meg@dcl-lib.org> To: "Michlib-l" <michlib-l@mcls.org> Sent: Tuesday, September 20, 2016 12:27:07 PM Subject: [Michlib-l] Procedure for active assault Hi All, Does anyone have a procedure for an active assault that you would be willing to share? I am particularly interested in libraries that do not have a security person in the building and/or those that are a distance from the nearest law enforcement agency. We had a Board member suggest that perhaps the library desk should stock pepper spray for emergencies (such as a person who enters the building and starts attacking patrons). It was suggested I find out what other libraries are doing to train their staff and protect patrons in the event of an active assault of any kind. We do have a Policy for patron behavior, but it assumes that staff will be able to approach the patron and ask them to leave and/or issue a verbal warning that they will be calling the police. In the question above, we are assuming that reasoning with the person is not an option and response time may be long. Thank you! Megan _______________________________________________ Michlib-l mailing list Michlib-l@mcls.org http://mail2.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l -- Jaema Berman Director Addison Twp. Public Library 1400 Rochester Rd. Leonard, MI 48367 Phone: 248-628-7180 Fax: 248-628-6109 http://www.addisontwp.michlibrary.org “Today a reader, tomorrow a leader.” Margaret Fuller 1810-1850 Some books are to be tasted, others to be swallowed, and some few to be chewed and digested. ~ Francis Bacon
At the Marcellus Township Library we had our Sheriff's Department do a walk-through of our building and give us safety procedure suggestions. One of the outcomes of that inspection and board approved training was placing pepper spray in a drawer at the front desk. We hope we never have to use it. Chris On Tue, Sep 20, 2016 at 12:36 PM, Jaema Berman <jberman@tln.lib.mi.us> wrote:
We don't have a plan but our next staff meeting is Monday and I would be very interested in hearing what plans people do have in place. Thanks, Jaema Berman
----- Original Message ----- From: "Megan Buck" <meg@dcl-lib.org> To: "Michlib-l" <michlib-l@mcls.org> Sent: Tuesday, September 20, 2016 12:27:07 PM Subject: [Michlib-l] Procedure for active assault
Hi All,
Does anyone have a procedure for an active assault that you would be willing to share? I am particularly interested in libraries that do not have a security person in the building and/or those that are a distance from the nearest law enforcement agency.
We had a Board member suggest that perhaps the library desk should stock pepper spray for emergencies (such as a person who enters the building and starts attacking patrons). It was suggested I find out what other libraries are doing to train their staff and protect patrons in the event of an active assault of any kind.
We do have a Policy for patron behavior, but it assumes that staff will be able to approach the patron and ask them to leave and/or issue a verbal warning that they will be calling the police. In the question above, we are assuming that reasoning with the person is not an option and response time may be long.
Thank you!
Megan _______________________________________________ Michlib-l mailing list Michlib-l@mcls.org http://mail2.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l
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I would also be interested in this information, if you are inclined to share. Thanks! Britney Dillon Library Director Alvah N. Belding Memorial Library 302 E. Main St. Belding, MI 48809 616.794.1450 "You want weapons? We're in a library. Books are the best weapon in the world. This room's the greatest arsenal we could have. Arm yourself!" - The Doctor ---------- Original Message ----------- From: Christine Nofsinger <cnofsinger@gmail.com> To: Jaema Berman <jberman@tln.lib.mi.us> Cc: Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org> Sent: Tue, 20 Sep 2016 12:42:40 -0400 Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] Procedure for active assault
At the Marcellus Township Library we had our Sheriff's Department do a walk-through of our building and give us safety procedure suggestions.
One of the outcomes of that inspection and board approved training was placing pepper spray in a drawer at the front desk. We hope we never have to use it.
Chris
On Tue, Sep 20, 2016 at 12:36 PM, Jaema Berman <jberman@tln.lib.mi.us> wrote: We don't have a plan but our next staff meeting is Monday and I would be very interested in hearing what plans people do have in place. Thanks, Jaema Berman
----- Original Message ----- From: "Megan Buck" <meg@dcl-lib.org> To: "Michlib-l" <michlib-l@mcls.org> Sent: Tuesday, September 20, 2016 12:27:07 PM Subject: [Michlib-l] Procedure for active assault
Hi All,
Does anyone have a procedure for an active assault that you would be willing to share? I am particularly interested in libraries that do not have a security person in the building and/or those that are a distance from the nearest law enforcement agency.
We had a Board member suggest that perhaps the library desk should stock pepper spray for emergencies (such as a person who enters the building and starts attacking patrons). It was suggested I find out what other libraries are doing to train their staff and protect patrons in the event of an active assault of any kind.
We do have a Policy for patron behavior, but it assumes that staff will be able to approach the patron and ask them to leave and/or issue a verbal warning that they will be calling the police. In the question above, we are assuming that reasoning with the person is not an option and response time may be long.
Thank you!
Megan _______________________________________________ Michlib-l mailing list Michlib-l@mcls.org http://mail2.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l
-- Jaema Berman Director Addison Twp. Public Library 1400 Rochester Rd. Leonard, MI 48367 Phone: 248-628-7180 Fax: 248-628-6109 http://www.addisontwp.michlibrary.org
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We had a retired member of the local swat team come in and train our staff (it was open to patrons too) and we do keep wasp/hornet spray at the desk because it sprays farther than pepper spray. With the training, our staff is very comfortable dealing with problem patrons. I hope never to have an issue but we try to keep the staff trained just like we do for the AED! I don't however have a policy to share. Sorry! Natalie Bazan MA, MLIS Library Director Hopkins District Library Dorr Township Library 118 E. Main St. 1804 Sunset Dr Hopkins, MI 49328 Dorr, MI 49323 269-793-7516 616-681-9678 http://hopkins.llcoop.org http://dorrlibrary.michlibrary.org http://sharing.michlibrary.org ________________________________ From: michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org <michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org> on behalf of Jaema Berman <jberman@tln.lib.mi.us> Sent: Tuesday, September 20, 2016 4:36 PM To: Megan Buck Cc: Michlib-l Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] Procedure for active assault We don't have a plan but our next staff meeting is Monday and I would be very interested in hearing what plans people do have in place. Thanks, Jaema Berman ----- Original Message ----- From: "Megan Buck" <meg@dcl-lib.org> To: "Michlib-l" <michlib-l@mcls.org> Sent: Tuesday, September 20, 2016 12:27:07 PM Subject: [Michlib-l] Procedure for active assault Hi All, Does anyone have a procedure for an active assault that you would be willing to share? I am particularly interested in libraries that do not have a security person in the building and/or those that are a distance from the nearest law enforcement agency. We had a Board member suggest that perhaps the library desk should stock pepper spray for emergencies (such as a person who enters the building and starts attacking patrons). It was suggested I find out what other libraries are doing to train their staff and protect patrons in the event of an active assault of any kind. We do have a Policy for patron behavior, but it assumes that staff will be able to approach the patron and ask them to leave and/or issue a verbal warning that they will be calling the police. In the question above, we are assuming that reasoning with the person is not an option and response time may be long. Thank you! Megan _______________________________________________ Michlib-l mailing list Michlib-l@mcls.org http://mail2.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l -- Jaema Berman Director Addison Twp. Public Library 1400 Rochester Rd. Leonard, MI 48367 Phone: 248-628-7180 Fax: 248-628-6109 http://www.addisontwp.michlibrary.org "Today a reader, tomorrow a leader." Margaret Fuller 1810-1850 Some books are to be tasted, others to be swallowed, and some few to be chewed and digested. ~ Francis Bacon _______________________________________________ Michlib-l mailing list Michlib-l@mcls.org http://mail2.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l
Hi everyone. We have had training on the University of Michigan by the campus police. It was great training about what to do and what not to do. I think every library or organization should have their own setup based on local needs. This might be a good opportunity to reach out to the local police to see what they suggest. While the board members will make suggestions that have good intent, connecting with the police might be the best way forward. Here's hoping no one needs to use the training you might get! Best - Corey Corey Seeman Director, Kresge Library Services (http://www.bus.umich.edu/kresgelibrary/) Stephen M. Ross School of Business University of Michigan 700 East University Avenue Kresge Hall, 4th Floor East Suite K4511 Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1234 (734) 764-9969 Cell Phone (734) 717-9734 cseeman@umich.edu Twitter @cseeman Google+ https://plus.google.com/117345227585597362675 ORCID: http://orcid.org/0000-0001-8205-1255 Corey's Web Home: http://www-personal.umich.edu/~cseeman/index.html [image: ][image: ][image: ][image: ][image: ][image: ][image: ][image: ][image: ][image: ] On Tue, Sep 20, 2016 at 12:36 PM, Jaema Berman <jberman@tln.lib.mi.us> wrote:
We don't have a plan but our next staff meeting is Monday and I would be very interested in hearing what plans people do have in place. Thanks, Jaema Berman
----- Original Message ----- From: "Megan Buck" <meg@dcl-lib.org> To: "Michlib-l" <michlib-l@mcls.org> Sent: Tuesday, September 20, 2016 12:27:07 PM Subject: [Michlib-l] Procedure for active assault
Hi All,
Does anyone have a procedure for an active assault that you would be willing to share? I am particularly interested in libraries that do not have a security person in the building and/or those that are a distance from the nearest law enforcement agency.
We had a Board member suggest that perhaps the library desk should stock pepper spray for emergencies (such as a person who enters the building and starts attacking patrons). It was suggested I find out what other libraries are doing to train their staff and protect patrons in the event of an active assault of any kind.
We do have a Policy for patron behavior, but it assumes that staff will be able to approach the patron and ask them to leave and/or issue a verbal warning that they will be calling the police. In the question above, we are assuming that reasoning with the person is not an option and response time may be long.
Thank you!
Megan _______________________________________________ Michlib-l mailing list Michlib-l@mcls.org http://mail2.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l
-- Jaema Berman Director Addison Twp. Public Library 1400 Rochester Rd. Leonard, MI 48367 Phone: 248-628-7180 Fax: 248-628-6109 http://www.addisontwp.michlibrary.org
“Today a reader, tomorrow a leader.” Margaret Fuller 1810-1850 Some books are to be tasted, others to be swallowed, and some few to be chewed and digested. ~ Francis Bacon
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We decided against wasp spray after doing a bit of research. You are possibly liable if you use a spray against a person rather than for it's intended use. This was confirmed by our lawyer. http://articles.extension.org/pages/70030/6-reasons-why-wasp-spray-is-not-a-... Chris On Tue, Sep 20, 2016 at 12:43 PM, Corey Seeman <cseeman@umich.edu> wrote:
Hi everyone.
We have had training on the University of Michigan by the campus police. It was great training about what to do and what not to do. I think every library or organization should have their own setup based on local needs.
This might be a good opportunity to reach out to the local police to see what they suggest. While the board members will make suggestions that have good intent, connecting with the police might be the best way forward.
Here's hoping no one needs to use the training you might get!
Best - Corey
Corey Seeman
Director, Kresge Library Services (http://www.bus.umich.edu/kresgelibrary/ ) Stephen M. Ross School of Business University of Michigan 700 East University Avenue Kresge Hall, 4th Floor East Suite K4511 Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1234 (734) 764-9969 Cell Phone (734) 717-9734 cseeman@umich.edu Twitter @cseeman Google+ https://plus.google.com/117345227585597362675 ORCID: http://orcid.org/0000-0001-8205-1255 Corey's Web Home: http://www-personal.umich.edu/~cseeman/index.html [image: ][image: ][image: ][image: ][image: ][image: ][image: ][image: ][image: ][image: ]
On Tue, Sep 20, 2016 at 12:36 PM, Jaema Berman <jberman@tln.lib.mi.us> wrote:
We don't have a plan but our next staff meeting is Monday and I would be very interested in hearing what plans people do have in place. Thanks, Jaema Berman
----- Original Message ----- From: "Megan Buck" <meg@dcl-lib.org> To: "Michlib-l" <michlib-l@mcls.org> Sent: Tuesday, September 20, 2016 12:27:07 PM Subject: [Michlib-l] Procedure for active assault
Hi All,
Does anyone have a procedure for an active assault that you would be willing to share? I am particularly interested in libraries that do not have a security person in the building and/or those that are a distance from the nearest law enforcement agency.
We had a Board member suggest that perhaps the library desk should stock pepper spray for emergencies (such as a person who enters the building and starts attacking patrons). It was suggested I find out what other libraries are doing to train their staff and protect patrons in the event of an active assault of any kind.
We do have a Policy for patron behavior, but it assumes that staff will be able to approach the patron and ask them to leave and/or issue a verbal warning that they will be calling the police. In the question above, we are assuming that reasoning with the person is not an option and response time may be long.
Thank you!
Megan _______________________________________________ Michlib-l mailing list Michlib-l@mcls.org http://mail2.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l
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This was also my thought. I think you are a lot less liable for injury if you use a product specifically designed for non-lethal self-defense. Here is a corresponding Snopes article: http://www.snopes.com/crime/prevent/waspspray.asp -- Chris Wells IT Manager, Genesee District Library P: 810-230-3341 E: cwells@thegdl.org THE OPINIONS EXPRESSED IN THIS EMAIL ARE MY OWN AND DO NOT NECESSARILY REFLECT THE VIEWS OF THE GENESEE DISTRICT LIBRARY. From: <michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org> on behalf of Christine Nofsinger <cnofsinger@gmail.com> Date: Tuesday, September 20, 2016 at 12:56 PM To: Corey Seeman <cseeman@umich.edu> Cc: Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org> Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] Procedure for active assault We decided against wasp spray after doing a bit of research. You are possibly liable if you use a spray against a person rather than for it's intended use. This was confirmed by our lawyer. http://articles.extension.org/pages/70030/6-reasons-why-wasp-spray-is-not-a-... Chris On Tue, Sep 20, 2016 at 12:43 PM, Corey Seeman <cseeman@umich.edu<mailto:cseeman@umich.edu>> wrote: Hi everyone. We have had training on the University of Michigan by the campus police. It was great training about what to do and what not to do. I think every library or organization should have their own setup based on local needs. This might be a good opportunity to reach out to the local police to see what they suggest. While the board members will make suggestions that have good intent, connecting with the police might be the best way forward. Here's hoping no one needs to use the training you might get! Best - Corey Corey Seeman Director, Kresge Library Services (http://www.bus.umich.edu/kresgelibrary/) Stephen M. Ross School of Business University of Michigan 700 East University Avenue Kresge Hall, 4th Floor East Suite K4511 Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1234 (734) 764-9969<tel:%28734%29%20764-9969> Cell Phone (734) 717-9734<tel:%28734%29%20717-9734> cseeman@umich.edu<mailto:cseeman@umich.edu> Twitter @cseeman Google+ https://plus.google.com/117345227585597362675 ORCID: http://orcid.org/0000-0001-8205-1255 Corey's Web Home: http://www-personal.umich.edu/~cseeman/index.html<http://www-personal.umich.edu/%7Ecseeman/index.html> [https://ssl.gstatic.com/mail/emoji/6/48px/emoji_u1f43f.png][https://ssl.gstatic.com/mail/emoji/6/48px/emoji_u1f43f.png][https://ssl.gstatic.com/mail/emoji/6/48px/emoji_u1f43f.png][https://ssl.gstatic.com/mail/emoji/6/48px/emoji_u1f43f.png][https://ssl.gstatic.com/mail/emoji/6/48px/emoji_u1f43f.png][https://ssl.gstatic.com/mail/emoji/6/48px/emoji_u1f43f.png][https://ssl.gstatic.com/mail/emoji/6/48px/emoji_u1f43f.png][https://ssl.gstatic.com/mail/emoji/6/48px/emoji_u1f43f.png][https://ssl.gstatic.com/mail/emoji/6/48px/emoji_u1f43f.png][https://ssl.gstatic.com/mail/emoji/6/48px/emoji_u1f43f.png] On Tue, Sep 20, 2016 at 12:36 PM, Jaema Berman <jberman@tln.lib.mi.us<mailto:jberman@tln.lib.mi.us>> wrote: We don't have a plan but our next staff meeting is Monday and I would be very interested in hearing what plans people do have in place. Thanks, Jaema Berman ----- Original Message ----- From: "Megan Buck" <meg@dcl-lib.org<mailto:meg@dcl-lib.org>> To: "Michlib-l" <michlib-l@mcls.org<mailto:michlib-l@mcls.org>> Sent: Tuesday, September 20, 2016 12:27:07 PM Subject: [Michlib-l] Procedure for active assault Hi All, Does anyone have a procedure for an active assault that you would be willing to share? I am particularly interested in libraries that do not have a security person in the building and/or those that are a distance from the nearest law enforcement agency. We had a Board member suggest that perhaps the library desk should stock pepper spray for emergencies (such as a person who enters the building and starts attacking patrons). It was suggested I find out what other libraries are doing to train their staff and protect patrons in the event of an active assault of any kind. We do have a Policy for patron behavior, but it assumes that staff will be able to approach the patron and ask them to leave and/or issue a verbal warning that they will be calling the police. In the question above, we are assuming that reasoning with the person is not an option and response time may be long. Thank you! Megan _______________________________________________ Michlib-l mailing list Michlib-l@mcls.org<mailto:Michlib-l@mcls.org> http://mail2.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l -- Jaema Berman Director Addison Twp. Public Library 1400 Rochester Rd. Leonard, MI 48367 Phone: 248-628-7180<tel:248-628-7180> Fax: 248-628-6109<tel:248-628-6109> http://www.addisontwp.michlibrary.org “Today a reader, tomorrow a leader.” Margaret Fuller 1810-1850 Some books are to be tasted, others to be swallowed, and some few to be chewed and digested. ~ Francis Bacon _______________________________________________ Michlib-l mailing list Michlib-l@mcls.org<mailto:Michlib-l@mcls.org> http://mail2.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l _______________________________________________ Michlib-l mailing list Michlib-l@mcls.org<mailto:Michlib-l@mcls.org> http://mail2.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l
Hello everyone! The ALA has a free presentation available on the topic of preventing violence in the Library: http://www.ala.org/pla/onlinelearning/webinars/archive/prevention This presentation includes many tips for how to handle threatening and aggressive patrons as well as certain violent acts. Under Michigan law, it is possible that a library could be liable for injuries to an alleged assailant by a staff member. The answer to this depends greatly on the facts of a particular scenario, but the possibility does exist. Contacting your local police department for advice and training is an excellent idea. A clear policy/procedure (designed with input from police or an attorney), and training for staff on the policy/procedure is also a good idea. Clare Clare D. Membiela, MLS, J.D. Library of Michigan www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan<http://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan> 517-335-8132 MembielaC@michigan.gov Information within this message is for educational and informational purposes only. No information in this message constitutes, nor should be interpreted as, legal advice or opinion. Our collective efforts can help make Michigan a Top 10 education state in 10 years! Here are the goals and strategies: http://mi.gov/top10in10/ [cid:image001.png@01D2039A.4E4BC0C0] From: michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org [mailto:michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org] On Behalf Of Chris Wells Sent: Tuesday, September 20, 2016 1:00 PM To: Christine Nofsinger <cnofsinger@gmail.com>; Corey Seeman <cseeman@umich.edu> Cc: Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org> Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] Procedure for active assault This was also my thought. I think you are a lot less liable for injury if you use a product specifically designed for non-lethal self-defense. Here is a corresponding Snopes article: http://www.snopes.com/crime/prevent/waspspray.asp -- Chris Wells IT Manager, Genesee District Library P: 810-230-3341 E: cwells@thegdl.org<mailto:cwells@thegdl.org> THE OPINIONS EXPRESSED IN THIS EMAIL ARE MY OWN AND DO NOT NECESSARILY REFLECT THE VIEWS OF THE GENESEE DISTRICT LIBRARY. From: <michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org<mailto:michlib-l-bounces@mcls.org>> on behalf of Christine Nofsinger <cnofsinger@gmail.com<mailto:cnofsinger@gmail.com>> Date: Tuesday, September 20, 2016 at 12:56 PM To: Corey Seeman <cseeman@umich.edu<mailto:cseeman@umich.edu>> Cc: Michlib-l <michlib-l@mcls.org<mailto:michlib-l@mcls.org>> Subject: Re: [Michlib-l] Procedure for active assault We decided against wasp spray after doing a bit of research. You are possibly liable if you use a spray against a person rather than for it's intended use. This was confirmed by our lawyer. http://articles.extension.org/pages/70030/6-reasons-why-wasp-spray-is-not-a-... Chris On Tue, Sep 20, 2016 at 12:43 PM, Corey Seeman <cseeman@umich.edu<mailto:cseeman@umich.edu>> wrote: Hi everyone. We have had training on the University of Michigan by the campus police. It was great training about what to do and what not to do. I think every library or organization should have their own setup based on local needs. This might be a good opportunity to reach out to the local police to see what they suggest. While the board members will make suggestions that have good intent, connecting with the police might be the best way forward. Here's hoping no one needs to use the training you might get! Best - Corey Corey Seeman Director, Kresge Library Services (http://www.bus.umich.edu/kresgelibrary/) Stephen M. Ross School of Business University of Michigan 700 East University Avenue Kresge Hall, 4th Floor East Suite K4511 Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1234 (734) 764-9969<tel:%28734%29%20764-9969> Cell Phone (734) 717-9734<tel:%28734%29%20717-9734> cseeman@umich.edu<mailto:cseeman@umich.edu> Twitter @cseeman Google+ https://plus.google.com/117345227585597362675 ORCID: http://orcid.org/0000-0001-8205-1255 Corey's Web Home: http://www-personal.umich.edu/~cseeman/index.html<http://www-personal.umich.edu/%7Ecseeman/index.html> [https://ssl.gstatic.com/mail/emoji/6/48px/emoji_u1f43f.png][https://ssl.gstatic.com/mail/emoji/6/48px/emoji_u1f43f.png][https://ssl.gstatic.com/mail/emoji/6/48px/emoji_u1f43f.png][https://ssl.gstatic.com/mail/emoji/6/48px/emoji_u1f43f.png][https://ssl.gstatic.com/mail/emoji/6/48px/emoji_u1f43f.png][https://ssl.gstatic.com/mail/emoji/6/48px/emoji_u1f43f.png][https://ssl.gstatic.com/mail/emoji/6/48px/emoji_u1f43f.png][https://ssl.gstatic.com/mail/emoji/6/48px/emoji_u1f43f.png][https://ssl.gstatic.com/mail/emoji/6/48px/emoji_u1f43f.png][https://ssl.gstatic.com/mail/emoji/6/48px/emoji_u1f43f.png] On Tue, Sep 20, 2016 at 12:36 PM, Jaema Berman <jberman@tln.lib.mi.us<mailto:jberman@tln.lib.mi.us>> wrote: We don't have a plan but our next staff meeting is Monday and I would be very interested in hearing what plans people do have in place. Thanks, Jaema Berman ----- Original Message ----- From: "Megan Buck" <meg@dcl-lib.org<mailto:meg@dcl-lib.org>> To: "Michlib-l" <michlib-l@mcls.org<mailto:michlib-l@mcls.org>> Sent: Tuesday, September 20, 2016 12:27:07 PM Subject: [Michlib-l] Procedure for active assault Hi All, Does anyone have a procedure for an active assault that you would be willing to share? I am particularly interested in libraries that do not have a security person in the building and/or those that are a distance from the nearest law enforcement agency. We had a Board member suggest that perhaps the library desk should stock pepper spray for emergencies (such as a person who enters the building and starts attacking patrons). It was suggested I find out what other libraries are doing to train their staff and protect patrons in the event of an active assault of any kind. We do have a Policy for patron behavior, but it assumes that staff will be able to approach the patron and ask them to leave and/or issue a verbal warning that they will be calling the police. In the question above, we are assuming that reasoning with the person is not an option and response time may be long. Thank you! Megan _______________________________________________ Michlib-l mailing list Michlib-l@mcls.org<mailto:Michlib-l@mcls.org> http://mail2.mcls.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l -- Jaema Berman Director Addison Twp. Public Library 1400 Rochester Rd. 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We have had training from our local police, and a follow up training on safety & security of front desk staff from Career Track. Both were good. This is something that should involve multiple discussions and training. We plan to have our police back again (and asked them to sit in on our training so they'd hear what we were told). One thing you can do immediately is to have staff watch this YouTube video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5VcSwejU2D0 or this one https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w9nldEZv16k They encapsulate what to do: Run Hide Fight Dave David L. Ewick City Librarian Southfield Public Library 26300 Evergreen Southfield, Michigan 48076 248 796-4300 dewick@southfieldlibrary.org P Please consider the environment before printing this e-mail.
Megan Buck <meg@dcl-lib.org> 9/20/2016 12:27 PM >>> Hi All, Does anyone have a procedure for an active assault that you would be willing to share? I am particularly interested in libraries that do not have a security person in the building and/or those that are a distance from the nearest law enforcement agency.
We had a Board member suggest that perhaps the library desk should stock pepper spray for emergencies (such as a person who enters the building and starts attacking patrons). It was suggested I find out what other libraries are doing to train their staff and protect patrons in the event of an active assault of any kind. We do have a Policy for patron behavior, but it assumes that staff will be able to approach the patron and ask them to leave and/or issue a verbal warning that they will be calling the police. In the question above, we are assuming that reasoning with the person is not an option and response time may be long. Thank you! Megan
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