During an active threat lockdown, a security guard instructs occupants to barricade doors. Under what specific circumstances should the guard advise occupants to attempt to evacuate instead of barricading?

Question: During an active threat lockdown, a security guard instructs occupants to barricade doors. Under what specific circumstances should the guard advise occupants to attempt to evacuate instead of barricading?

Answer options:

• If the active threat is known to be in a different building. ✅ If there are clear, known, and safe exit routes away from the threat.
• If the building's fire alarm system has been activated.
• If the occupants have received specific instructions from law enforcement via a public address system.

Correct answer: If there are clear, known, and safe exit routes away from the threat.

Explanation: While lockdown is generally the primary response, evacuation may be considered if there are clear, safe paths away from the threat, and it can be done without exposing individuals to further danger.