Incident Command
Incident command is the foundation of effective emergency response. Police1’s Incident Command topic provides law enforcement leaders, supervisors and officers with news, training resources, ICS updates, best practices, and case studies to strengthen command and control during critical incidents, large-scale events and daily operations. Stay informed on strategies for managing resources, coordinating multi-agency response, and improving decision-making to protect communities and first responders.
Enhance interagency coordination with shared, real-time digital assets
How law enforcement can assist before the arrival of EMS
Any line officer or front-line supervisor arriving first on scene to a multi-vehicle collision is faced with a multitude of initial scene management procedures
Advanced technology and training can help law enforcement save lives during these high-risk events
5G, AI and cloud-based tools are transforming police communications — but without a clear plan, agencies risk falling behind
Learn how mobile tech is closing communication gaps, boosting real-time intelligence and securing field communications for today’s officers
Chief Chris Moore explains why closing communication gaps, enhancing interoperability, and securing mobile platforms are critical to officer safety and rapid emergency response
More than 300 first responders from 90 agencies braved freezing waters to recover victims after a midair collision involving an American Airlines jet and an Army Black Hawk
Axon’s First Draft program uses AI to generate a draft report narrative using body camera audio, helping officers save about 23 minutes per police report
Outfitted with advanced software and seamless integration, the Tesla Cybertruck on display in Oracle’s IACP booth showcased the future of patrol vehicles and situational awareness for police
A sanitation truck, snow removal equipment or public works vehicle are moveable barriers that can harden mass gatherings from vehicle terror attacks and other threats
Report identifies preventable failures in communication, planning, execution and leadership on and before July 13 incident
The advanced mobile command unit, sold through Siddons-Martin Emergency Group, empowers law enforcement operations with state-of-the-art technology and versatility
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The Fairfield County Hazmat Communication Team deployed a mobile command center to provide internet, phone and radio access to local responders and civilians
Use a portable power station to quickly and quietly charge radios, smartphones and power lighting and other devices when other power sources are not available
From Lincoln to Trump, the list of attempts and successful assassinations offers critical insights for modern-day presidential security measures
The Maui Police and Fire departments never established a unified incident command post or action plan, investigators stated in the report
The Secret Service fired at a man pointing an AK-style rifle with a scope as Trump was golfing; Palm Beach County sheriff says the gunman was 400-500 yards from Trump
The Trump rally shooting demonstrated commendable actions like quick thinking by citizens, as well as shortcomings such as poor site selection and training gaps
The death of a firefighter attendee and the wounding of three others, including former President Trump, is a tragic reminder of gunshot wound assessment and treatment challenges
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With the right people, policies, training and supervision in place, we can best handle whatever may come our way during these events
In this video, risk management expert Gordon Graham outlines how LE and fire can cooperate effectively on scene
The essential role of local police in early detection, containment and forensic investigation of CBRN threats
Host cities for the FIFA Soccer World Cup 2026 like Atlanta are leveraging federal, state and local partnerships to strengthen riot control units, foster technology collaboration and implement joint intelligence gathering
The new facility will house a gym for strength and cardio for officers, a cooled evidence hold for materials collected by officers, offices for police supervisors, and briefing and interview rooms
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