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Officer Safety

Why officers should be prepared, but not paranoid

They say in a crisis situation you will subconsciously revert back to the way that you have trained

August 24, 2016 01:32 PM

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Terror in America: Why we need to change our training for active threats

Officers must be trained to move quickly to contact, with much greater emphasis on cover and concealment than in the past

July 18, 2016 05:29 PM

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When disaster strikes, the National Disaster Medical System responds

The nation’s medical tactical response team answers the call when mass medical care is needed

June 28, 2016 01:09 PM

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Why departments need to develop mental health programs for cops

Stress for police officers consists of an exposure to horrific events witnessed and intervened upon while in the performance of their duties

June 23, 2016 02:38 PM

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Child sex abuse investigations: Why doctors on your team is a must

Take the time to develop a relationship with the doctors at the hospitals in your jurisdiction — it will pay off when you close more cases successfully

May 03, 2016 03:27 PM

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Public safety apps: Providing usable modern technology for first responders

A reliable communication network can provide responders with more info on demand

April 22, 2016 04:47 PM

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A one-stop shop for crime data: The FBI’s N-DEx system, explained

Developed after 9/11, the N-DEx System is the FBI’s next step leading the way to more widespread information sharing

April 01, 2016 03:49 PM

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Officer Safety

How defensive positions keep officers safer

Use your environment for cover while you react to an attack to protect yourself and avoid unnecessary use of force

February 22, 2016 03:52 PM

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Think like a boxer: 4 key elements of success in policing

After a decade as a law enforcement professional and an active amateur boxer, I have come to recognize key similarities between the two

February 09, 2016 02:28 PM

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