Officer Safety
The Officer Safety topic page has the specific mission of keeping cops safe through current & quality information, with tips, columnist commentary and the latest news updates. The Officer Safety topic page is a key resource for officers everywhere.
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Sergeants must play a key role in domestic violence-related responses – not just for repeat calls for service but also in managing high-risk calls
During a mass casualty incident, or when EMS isn’t available, survival of the wounded may depend on you
Master Patrol Officer Spencer Bristol was hit by a vehicle while involved in a foot pursuit
Deputy Chris Dickerson died after being shot numerous times
Counter-terrorism officers will also deploy counter-drone technology to protect against potential attacks
This three-step technique can be a lifesaver for surviving a stranglehold
The police union expressed outrage at the attack and the suspect’s release on Twitter
There is one New Year’s resolution that should be on every officer’s list ‒ to increase the time you dedicate to training this coming year
The suspect was caught on camera throwing an improvised explosive at a car parked in the sergeant’s driveway
State and local officials will start issuing citations on Jan. 1 in an effort to deter dangerous driving
With 2020 about to commence, Jim and Doug reflect on some of the topics that rose above the rest in the past 12 months
The person opened fire on the officers when they arrived
Check out current recommendations and resources for preventing exposure to fentanyl and other dangerous drugs
The vests have been distributed to detective squads in an effort to get more officers to wear the life-saving armor
There are some very important rules of the road when dealing with wildlife, as well as so-called domesticated animals that can suddenly turn dangerous
Here are the events and technologies the P1 team and our readership viewed as having the most significant impact on the profession in the last decade
Police1 publishes a lot of content every year – here are some professional changes to make based on articles penned in 2019
From delivering real-time intelligence to biometric wearables that monitor a cop’s stress levels, body-worn technology is transforming police officer safety
A suspect pled guilty to attacking officers for nearly two hours, then claimed they were not justified in the use of force to arrest and control him
When equipped with cellular broadband, a smartwatch can serve as a standalone communications device
The vertical lights are designed to increase visibility so drivers have more time to move over
What began as an assault call between neighbors turned into an ambush of responding officers
Jim and Doug discuss how police can be aided by police supporters, and how to tell interested citizens that they’re most helpful in backing away
Police1 columnists are not the only writers sharing information – officers also share their wisdom and wisecracks in the comments section below each article
Connecticut State Police officers used the incident as a reminder to the public to drive safely, attentively
Officer Stephen Carr was found dead inside his patrol vehicle, hailed as a ‘hero’
Sgt. Christopher Brewster was shot in the chest
The slain officer was the son of an officer killed in the line of duty in 1978
Lexipol’s Gordon Graham and a panel of experts share the steps your agency can take to make the roads safer for cops
This book was written to inoculate the reader against the deadly cop killer known as complacency
Through the Destination Zero program, NLEOMF and DOJ help cops come together to encourage and support officer safety and wellness
