Public Safety

Webinar: Criminal and non-criminal barricade response: Understanding tactics, decision-making and the law

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Tactical and legal experts share best practices to avoid unnecessary violent confrontations

Meet Ohio's first Egyptian-Muslim female police sergeant

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“Being in uniform is absolutely the best job on the planet and also the most fulfilling," Sgt. Sarah Shendy said

5 must-follow steps to ensure your privacy as an LEO and business owner

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These steps will help you maintain your privacy so you can focus on running your business

Webinar: Navigating the tech landscape

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Key considerations for adopting new technology

On-demand Webinar: 6 Trends Impacting U.S. Public Safety in 2023

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Trends that will guide U.S. public safety organizations to success and transformation

Long shifts, odd calls, brutal weather: Inside the Wyo. Highway Patrol staffing shortage

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There were 87 vacant positions in the agency as of January, which means the department is understaffed by 25%

Philly police audit finds no strategic plan for staffing issues, departmental reviews in department

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The report identified flaws including haphazard deployment based on gut decisions, outdated technology and using sworn officers to perform admin tasks

Seattle releases annual public safety survey to gain the public's thoughts on policing in the city

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The survey and the later discussions about the results have helped police identify specific problems and improve the way they respond to issues

Poll: 82% of Portland area voters want more police

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Even more say they don't feel safe walking around downtown Portland at night

Why sextortion is the 'fastest growing crime that no one knows about'

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Predators pose as teens online to coerce young girls and boys into sharing nude photos or videos of themselves

The fourth 911 option: Mental health services

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Austin’s 911 Mental Health Diversion Program is getting the right resources to mental health crises and lowering arrest rates

Seeking officers to participate in survey about working with people with a mental illness

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Current police officers are invited to participate in an online survey to share their perceptions of working with individuals with mental illness

9 extreme heat safety tips for public safety personnel

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As you ready yourself and your community for a heat wave, keep these tips in mind

Excited delirium: The Long Beach integrated medical response

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After extensive planning and training, the Long Beach IMR Pilot Program has launched to provide safe, timely and appropriate medical care to individuals in crisis

Mass casualty incident preparation resources for police officers

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Read, save and share these resources to ensure each public safety agency is ready to respond and collaborate while on scene of your next potential MCI