Which of the following describes an evacuation for an active shooter where personnel are accompanied?

• A. Escorted
• B. Unescorted
• C. Sheltered
• D. Delayed

Answer: (A)

During an active shooter response, moving people to safety with a guide is described as an escorted evacuation. An escort—often a security officer or designated responder—physically accompanies personnel as they leave, maintains a controlled route, and performs accountability at the assembly point. This reduces confusion, ensures everyone is accounted for, and helps prevent individuals from being separated or drawn back into danger. The other terms don’t fit: unescorted means leaving without guidance, which increases risk; sheltered means staying in place rather than evacuating; delayed implies postponing evacuation. Thus, escorted best describes evacuation with accompaniment.