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Drones/UAS
How a Va. agency is using sUAS to find missing persons
The sUAS is outfitted with a Project Lifesaver antenna, which provides enhanced ability to track people with certain medical conditions that may wander away from home
April 11, 2018 03:19 PM
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How to handle encounters with suspicious UAS operations
Agencies need to know how to assess UAS operations and options for dealing with suspected illegal actions
February 20, 2018 06:05 PM
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New guide offers assessment guidance to small police agencies
A new publication offers guidance on how to break down and manage your agency evaluation process
February 01, 2018 03:41 PM
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Software
Cops, houses of worship come together to use safety and security planning app
SHOW, released in October 2016, helps houses of worship develop a safety and security plan tailored to their specific needs
January 12, 2018 01:58 PM
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Virtual training tool allows first responders to train across jurisdictions, disciplines
A free virtual training tool allows first responders from different disciplines to train together for critical incidents
December 08, 2017 01:38 AM
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Computer/Digital Forensics
NIST’s free software helps agencies test computer forensics tools
This software can help investigators determine they’re using the right version of the right forensic tool
November 27, 2017 04:54 PM
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Firearms training and prevention of hearing loss
No one device provides an adequate amount of protection, which is why using all three categories of hearing protection devices together is key
November 13, 2017 04:02 PM
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How the MSP’s car and motorcycle evals can help your purchasing decisions
Every fall since 1975, the Michigan State Police have evaluated patrol vehicles and published the results
October 25, 2017 04:24 PM
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How Texas cops are combating elder abuse
Funded by a Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) grant, the new Harris County Senior Justice Assessment Center brings together a multi-disciplinary team
September 25, 2017 01:57 PM
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Police aviation units: 11 things to address in your emergency response plan
What happens if a law enforcement aircraft is in trouble?
September 18, 2017 02:46 PM
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