Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine’s (PCOM) Department of Security and Public Safety, the Philadelphia Police Department, and the Philadelphia Fire Department, will conduct an active shooter training event on its campus at 4170 City Ave., on Sunday, May 22, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
The day will consist of three to four shooting scenarios using simulated firearms and munitions (blanks and soap balls). Participants will include the 19th District of the Philadelphia Police Department, the Philadelphia Police SWAT Team, first responder personnel from the Philadelphia Fire Department, and security personnel from PCOM and Allied Barton.
PCOM is holding the training exercise in an effort to ensure continued safety on campus, and test the campus’ readiness in working with local law enforcement personnel on real-world threats.
There will be no road closures or detours for this event.
For the past 125 years, Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM) has trained thousands of highly competent, caring physicians, health practitioners and behavioral scientists who practice a “whole person” approach to care—treating people, not just symptoms. PCOM, a private, not-for-profit accredited institution of higher education, operates three campuses (PCOM, PCOM Georgia and PCOM South Georgia) and offers doctoral degrees in clinical psychology, educational psychology, osteopathic medicine, pharmacy, physical therapy, and school psychology. The college also offers graduate degrees in applied behavior analysis, applied positive psychology, biomedical sciences, forensic medicine, medical laboratory science, mental health counseling, physician assistant studies, and school psychology. PCOM students learn the importance of health promotion, research, education and service to the community. Through its community-based Healthcare Centers, PCOM provides care to medically underserved populations. For more information, visit pcom.edu or call 215-871-6100.
Brandon Lausch
Executive Director, Strategic Communications
Email: brandonla@pcom.edu
Office: 215-871-6312 | Cell:
717-371-0609
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