What is the purpose of conducting regular drills for workplace violence scenarios?

• A. To test security software only.
• B. To assign blame to individuals for incidents.
• C. To test response plans, train staff, identify gaps, and improve readiness.
• D. To create unnecessary paperwork.

Answer: (C)

Regular drills for workplace violence scenarios validate that the incident response plan works in practice, train staff to execute their roles under pressure, and reveal gaps in procedures or communication so they can be improved. They help build muscle memory, improve decision-making under stress, and ensure coordinated action with colleagues and, when needed, law enforcement during a real event. This approach focuses on learning and preparedness, not on testing software alone, assigning blame to individuals, or creating unnecessary paperwork. After-action reviews and updates to plans and training based on drill findings are what turn practice into stronger readiness for actual incidents.