Lockdown
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Lockdown is a protocol that usually prevents people or information from leaving an area. The protocol can usually only be initiated by someone in a position of authority.
Types of lockdowns[edit | edit source]
Lockdowns can be divided into two broad categories: preventive lockdowns and emergency lockdowns.
Preventive lockdowns[edit | edit source]
Preventive lockdowns are implemented to prevent a situation from occurring. These are usually implemented in prisons where the movement of inmates is restricted when there is a threat to the security of the institution.
Emergency lockdowns[edit | edit source]
Emergency lockdowns are implemented in response to an ongoing or imminent threat, such as a terrorist attack or a public health crisis. These lockdowns are usually implemented in public places such as schools, hospitals, and shopping malls.
Lockdown procedures[edit | edit source]
Lockdown procedures vary depending on the nature of the threat and the institution or area where the lockdown is being implemented. However, common procedures include the following:
- Closing and locking doors and windows
- Turning off lights
- Remaining quiet and out of sight
- Staying in place until the lockdown is lifted
Effects of lockdowns[edit | edit source]
Lockdowns can have a variety of effects, both positive and negative. On the positive side, they can prevent harm or loss of life by keeping people safe from a threat. On the negative side, they can cause stress and anxiety, disrupt normal routines and activities, and have economic impacts.
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