Lockdown Drills Every Facility Manager Should Understand

What happens when locks don’t lock, communication systems fail, or no one knows who’s responsible for security? Emergency preparedness can feel overwhelming, especially when it comes to lockdowns. In this episode of Facilities in Focus, Mackenna Moralez sits down with security expert Brian Higgins, founder of Group 77, to unpack what lockdown drills really are, why they matter and how facility managers can implement them without fear. Drawing on decades of public safety experience, Higgins explains how small details can make a life-saving difference during an active threat. From open-office challenges to realistic, non-traumatizing training strategies, this conversation offers practical guidance every facility manager needs. If you’re responsible for keeping people safe at work, this is an episode you can’t afford to miss. “Don’t think about the perfect emergency plan in the beginning. Start somewhere—and build on it,” Brian says. The Facilities in Focus podcast publishes bi-weekly. The fourth season will cover safety and security. For comments or to be a guest on the Facilities in Focus podcast, please email Mackenna at [email protected]. Follow us on social media: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/facilitiesnetnfmt Youtube: @FacilitiesNet X: @FacilitiesNet_NFMT Facebook: Facebook.com/FacilitiesNetNFMT