How the Homicide Zero Tools Work

The Homicide Zero Tools provide screening, assessment and guided directions for intervention. Information and detailed intervention instructions are quickly made available to providers and the community to assist in preventing adolescent homicidal threats.

Check List for Homicide Shootings Software
Screener Training – Only one 30-minute
Homicide Zero fosters safer school environments and communities by reducing the risk of mass homicides.

5-10 Minute Screening

Homicide Threat Screener (HTS)

  • One Screener Works For All Ages
  • No Mental Health Degree Required
  • Minimal Training Required
  • Identifies Troubled Individual Fast
  • Only 7 Questions

  • Completed Within 5 to 10 Minutes

Finally, clinicians, educators, and other providers have the tools they need to reduce the risk of homicide!

20-30 Minute Assessment

Homicide Safety Risk Assessment (HSRA)

  • If homicidal ideation is detected using the 5-10- Minute HTS then the 20-30-Minute Homicide Safety Risk Assessment (HSRA) should be administered.

  • HSRA for Youth Ages 6-19

    • Administration Includes:
      • A Mental Health Provider Rating Form
      • A Parent Rating Form
      • Both Teacher & School Rating Forms
  • HSRA for Young Adults Ages 18-30

    • Administration Includes:
      • One Self-Rating Form
  • Both Assessments should be administered by a trained mental health professional.
Our unique tool identifies potentially violent behavior through early screenings and assessments.

Safety Steps

  • Individuals that present with empirically high-risk scores during the initial assessment are offered mental health options.
  • School Counselors, Administrators, and Law Enforcement are notified regarding the future risk potential.
  • Individuals that do not meet the high-risk requirements are offered consultations and options for mental health counseling in an effort to prevent future issues.