What does ICLEAR stand for?

ICLEAR stands for Isolate, Contain, Long Guns and Less Lethal, Evacuate, Authorities, React Plans. This framework is often used in scenarios involving active threats or emergencies, providing a structured approach to response in critical situations.

In this context:

• Isolate refers to separating the threat from potential victims and others in the vicinity to reduce risk.

• Contain involves keeping the situation from escalating while maintaining control over the area.

• Long Guns and Less Lethal emphasizes being prepared for various types of weapons that perpetrators may use and understanding the appropriate responses with arms that are non-lethal.

• Evacuate relates to the safe removal of individuals from the threat zone.

• Authorities entails alerting law enforcement and emergency services to take over the situation.

• React Plans means having predefined strategies to respond to different scenarios that may arise during a threat.

This comprehensive approach is crucial in emergency response training for special constables and aligns with best practices for ensuring safety and minimizing harm during critical events.