The active shooter training provided by Pugh is designed to give you the skills necessary to protect yourself. Their proprietary S.O.S.(™) methodology has been shown to be among the safest and most effective ways to handle the active shooter situations that we have become most familiar with. Here is what they teach…
S.O.S. – for Known Active Shooter Situations.
- Seek a Safe Area
- Out of Sight But Within (arm’s) Reach – it is harder for the shooter to use the weapon when you are within their arm’s length
- Strategically Attack- take the fight to them
- Charge to zero feet (inside arm’s reach)
- Attack the assailant using violence of action
- Distract if possible – while charging throw any mobile object at the assailant’s head
Their active shooter training includes:
- Video analysis of actual incidents.
- Discussions of tactics to maximize survival.
- Low-stress role-playing scenarios.
- Information on the typical profile, characteristics, and tendencies of active shooters.
Featured Annual Events
Economic Summit
The Tompkins Chamber presents key local issues impacting local businesses and developers, policy issues impacting the business community, and local insights from participants in a national economic outlook survey. Partnering with Ithaca Area Economic Development (IAED), the event includes important updates about our economy, workforce, upcoming projects, and strategies to move forward and achieve a sustainable economic recovery.
Annual Dinner & Awards
One of the premier business community events of the year, the Annual Meeting highlights the Chamber community and previews the goals and initiatives for the coming year. Come and celebrate the success of our business community and economic development with hundreds of local leaders and elected officials! Join us as we raise a glass to the companies, not-for-profits, and volunteers who partner with us to help our community thrive.
Golf Tournament
This day on the green combines top-notch golf with valuable networking and advertising opportunities. Held at one of the County’s finest and professionally-rated golf courses. Staggered start golf tournament with several prizes, including skins. Lunch and beverages provided.
Great Big Chamber Auction
See and be seen by the region’s top business executives and small business owners. The Great Big Chamber Thank You & Auction holds tremendous value to our sponsors, donors, and attendees as it is one of our most highly publicized and attended events. The Great Big Chamber Auction portion helps underwrite the events and programs that support our Chamber members. Traditional silent and live auction, networking, and nonprofit recognition awards.