🏫 Lockdown Procedure in Schools – Online Course
📜 CPD Certified | ⏱ Duration: Approx. 60 minutes
Course Overview
The safety and security of pupils and staff is a top priority in any school. With increasing threats to public safety in recent years, schools must be prepared to respond swiftly and effectively to potential dangers.
This training introduces the responsibilities of the designated Lockdown Officer, explains the different types of lockdown scenarios, and outlines key preparation steps. It also covers practical response procedures, communication strategies, and official guidance from the Home Office and police.
Who Should Take This Course?
✅ Teachers and Teaching Assistants
✅ School Administrators and Reception Staff
✅ Designated Safeguarding Leads (DSLs)
✅ Site Managers and School Support Staff
✅ Governors and Senior Leadership Teams (SLT)
What You’ll Learn
✔️ The role and responsibilities of the Lockdown Officer
✔️ Reasons for initiating a lockdown (e.g. intruder, external threats)
✔️ Lockdown signals and communication procedures
✔️ How to identify and prepare safe lockdown rooms
✔️ Terminology used in emergency communications
✔️ Actions for dealing with violent intruders or nearby threats
✔️ Home Office and police requirements for lockdowns
✔️ Staff responsibilities during lockdown
✔️ Practical safety measures and sources of additional help
Course Modules
| Module | Title | Pass Mark |
| 1 | Introduction and the Lockdown Officer | 70% |
| 2 | Reasons for Lockdowns | 70% |
| 3 | The Lockdown Signal and the All Clear Signal | 70% |
| 4 | Suitable Rooms for Lockdown | 70% |
| 5 | Communication Arrangements | 70% |
| 6 | Possible Terminology | 70% |
| 7 | Violent Intruder Lockdown | 70% |
| 8 | Possible Threat or Danger | 70% |
| 9 | Staff Lockdown Responsibilities | 70% |
| 10 | Home Office Police Requirements | 70% |
| 11 | Simple Measures and Where to Seek Help | 70% |
📜 Digital Certificate awarded upon completion
📝 Multiple attempts allowed for the final test
Course Features
- 🎓 CPD certified for professional development
- 💻 100% Online – learn at your own pace
- 📚 Practical, scenario-based guidance tailored to UK schools
- 🧠 Engaging and easy to follow for all education staff
System Requirements
- Browser: Updated Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Edge
- Video: Current video drivers required
- Memory: Minimum 1GB RAM
- Internet: Stable broadband connection (3Mb+ recommended)
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This Lockdown Procedure in Schools course equips education professionals with the knowledge and tools needed to act decisively during a lockdown situation.
