The Standard Response Protocol (SRP) provides consistent, clear, shared language and actions among all students, staff and first responders for all hazards. It is action based, and allows organizations, first responders, students, and parents to share a specific vocabulary for quick and coordinated action. It also acts as a tool for training which develops the muscle memory necessary to respond appropriately in moments of crisis.

The SRP is based on five actions: Hold, Secure, Lockdown, Evacuate, and Shelter.

Hold is followed by the Directive: "In your Room or Area" and is the protocol used when hallways need to be kept clear of occupants. 

Secure is followed by the Directive: "Get inside. Lock Outside Doors" and is the protocol used to safeguard people within the building. 

Lockdown is followed by "Locks, Lights, Out of Sight" and is the protocol used to secure individual rooms and keep occupants quiet and in place. 

Evacuate and may be followed by a location and is used to move people from one location to a different location in or out of the building. 

Shelter states the Hazard and Safety Strategy for group and self-protection.  

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