Ohio Acquires Mobile Homes for Armed Employee Training
Ohio becomes the first state to acquire mobile homes for indoor training to assist armed employees in responding to active shooter situations. This decision follows the Uvalde, Texas elementary school shooting. The Ohio Department of Public Safety approved a request for $78,028 to buy two 'shoot houses'.
Key Points
- Ohio becomes the first state to use mobile homes for indoor training to prepare armed school staff for active shooter situations
- Decision follows the Uvalde, Texas elementary school shooting where 19 children and 2 teachers were killed
- Shoot houses will provide realistic training scenarios for armed employees
Cons
- Controversial decision due to potential risks associated with arming school staff
- Concerns about teachers taking on dual roles as educators and security officers