Monday 21 July 2025 - Thought Leadership

Case Study: Reinforcing Safety Measures in Educational Institutions

Introduction

In today’s current climate, educational institutions face significant threats and potential violence that can adversely impact students, faculty, and their families. Tokio Marine HCC – Specialty Group assists schools and colleges in preparing for and responding to such incidences.

 
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Prevention

Incidents involving active assailants at educational institutions highlight the importance of robust safety measures to maintain a secure environment. Tokio Marine HCC – Specialty Group, in collaboration with Unity Advisory Group, assists with designing customized response plans, site security assessments, and staff trainings designed to prevent, protect against, and facilitate recovery from crisis situations.

Key Prevention Strategies
  • Customized Response Plans: Unity Advisory Group is equipped to provide tailored plans for evacuations, lockdowns, and reunification to ensure an effective response.
  • Site Security Assessments: By conducting site security assessments and briefings of school and college campuses, vulnerabilities are identified allowing for adjustments to be made to further protect against potential attacks.
  • Staff Trainings: Educating school faculty and students on how to prepare for and respond to an active assailant is an essential component of safety measures. Facilitating workshops and training sessions focusing on active assailant prevention and incident response can help identify and address potential threats before they escalate.
Crisis

A tragic shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida, claimed 17 lives due to several security lapses. The incident cost the school district over $26 million in victim settlements, survivor support, and other related expenses.

Post-Incident Services

Tokio Marine HCC – Specialty Group, together with Unity Adversity Group, offers comprehensive post-incident services, including:

  • Stress management sessions and counseling to address trauma following an active assailant event
  • Crisis communication support and assistance for victim families, employees, and others impacted
  • Guidance on short and long-term business continuity and reputation management
  • Assistance during law enforcement investigations and internal inquiries
  • Support for a smooth transition to normal operations, including after-action review and tailored recommendations for future resilience
Conclusion

Tokio Marine HCC – Specialty Group, in partnership with Unity Advisory Group, offers an integrated approach to school safety, which includes prevention, crisis management, and post-incident services. By identifying vulnerabilities and delivering customized training and support, educational institutions can enhance the protection of their students, staff, and community.

Learn more today.

Sources:

[1] CNN.com. School district will pay more than $26 million to Parkland shooting victims and families (2021) https://www.cnn.com/2021/12/15/us/school-district-parkland-settlement/index.html

 

 

 

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Danielle Bouchard
Danielle Bouchard

Senior Vice President, Specialty Underwriting