Officer Safety
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A good place to mark the beginning of the modern patrol rifle concept – in which a rifle is a normal part of the everyday kit – is the Norco bank robbery
Follow these steps to prioritize officer safety on every shift
From crisis calls to tactical decision-making, discover how to apply de-escalation effectively while balancing officer safety, public trust and evolving policies
Neuroscience research can help guide police training for better decision-making and performance under life-threatening stress
Fight complacency caused by the “routine” by establishing a “tactical routine” oriented toward personal survival
Treating our ‘customers’ with dignity and respect is a laudable, achievable goal — but the traditional concepts of customer service just don’t apply to cops
Use these tips if you suspect a semi-tractor and trailer is being used to move drugs and other contraband
Explore the significant distortions caused by fisheye lenses in body-worn cameras and understand the implications for accurate scene documentation and critical incident analysis
“While we’ve been told that the road to recovery will be long and challenging, we remain hopeful,” a post on a GoFundMe page created to support Ferguson Officer Travis Brown said
The man refused to identify himself or exit his vehicle after a crash; when Officer Allan Fischer attempted to escort him out of the vehicle, the man resisted and attacked him
After the cruiser failed to stay in park once the Worcester Police Department officer got out, it rolled forward, pinning him to another car; bystanders stepped in to save the officer
The NFL is requesting a photo of officers, which will be used by a scanner to identify them and verify that they have access to different areas within stadiums
“If you haven’t condemned this act, if you haven’t condemned what happened to my officer, then you are part of the problem,” Police Chief Troy Doyle stated
Ferguson Officer Travis Brown remains in critical condition at a St. Louis-area hospital, three days after he was attacked by a protester outside of the police station
If you carry your backup tactical knife here, you can get to it with either hand
This segment highlights essential principles and practical steps to ensure successful tourniquet application in the field
Properly designed and safely executed force-on-force training helps learners prioritize their actions during stressful encounters
Chief Troy Doyle said Officer Travis Brown suffered a severe brain injury after being knocked to the ground: “He is in an area hospital right now fighting for his life.”
“I’m excited that it’s finally been ... approved, but a little bit frustrated that it’s taken this much effort for them to finally get it,” said Charlotte FOP president Daniel Redford
ThorBoard products provide essential safety for both officers on duty and students in schools
Joshua Dorsett, 22, was being pursued by police after robbing multiple women at gunpoint when he opened fire on the two sergeants
As the use of e-bikes by law enforcement agencies increases, so does the need to understand the safe storage, care and charging of e-bike batteries
Whether investigating suspicious packages, or searching structurally unstable infrastructure, robots can take on the risks once posed to humans
The “big eight” take training and practice to master and are reminders of the challenges associated with working in corrections
Since the average officer’s budget often comes down to pennies, what expenditures of our personal funds are truly worth the investment?
Understanding the behavior and ideology of sovereign citizens is crucial for ensuring the safety of law enforcement officers, especially during traffic stops
The suspect ignored the Chino Police Department officer’s repeated commands and pulled a large fillet knife from his pocket while advancing toward the officer
Nearly 30 officers worked to contain the protest as they were overwhelmed and pelted with feces, the union stated
The explosive — a pipe affixed to two aerosol cans — was a viable device that could have killed or maimed people had it detonated, an NYPD spokesman said
Onondaga County authorities have approved a search of the suspect’s home and are considering charges of terroristic threatening
Armed forces veterans expressed support toward the Sacramento PD’s use of military equipment, saying military police equipment as necessary to keep first responders safe
The suspect, who is accused of fatally shooting Melvindale Officer Mohamed Said, was taken into custody after he eluded police for more than a day
You do not need to abandon either your street intensity or your commitment to your physical survival in order to have a positive outlook on your chosen career
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