The Concept of Styria in the Event of Amok Runs and Armed Attacks in Schools

The primary principle is "to avoid all actions that endanger life or health," as stated in the checklist of the Styrian Education Directorate, which is available to the APA. After assessing the situation for potential victims, the threat, the type of threat, and clarifying dangers from weapons, explosives, etc., the school administration in Styria must be immediately notified, followed by the police.

In Case of School Rampage: Do Not Leave the Classroom

"Additionally, each school has its own individual crisis plan," said Leiter. This may include specific code words for the respective situations. These must be immediately communicated to all involved in Styria, for example, via loudspeaker announcement, while avoiding panic, as stated in the document from Styria. The internally designated evacuation sites and members of the crisis team must also be communicated in such cases.

The instruction to not leave the classroom and to lock it if possible applies to all schools in Styria. "Rearrange tables, barricade yourself lying flat behind them, avoid window glass areas. Turn off cell phones to avoid panic. Wait for the arrival of the police," is stated in the checklist, among other things.

A possible all-clear is only given after consultation with the police. After notifying the school authority, further communication in such cases is the responsibility of the Education Directorate. This also applies to concerned calls from parents, "which are redirected to the Education Directorate," it says.

(APA/Red.)

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