Use of Force
The Use of Force topic provides news, information and training on one of the most commonly discussed areas in police training programs. Learn how to educate your community about use of force, the risks unarmed individuals pose and more.
Dealing with people in crisis is difficult. The only things a police officer can control are the decisions they make and the tactics they use
Instructors can create a safe, engaging and effectual scenario-based force-on-force training environment by following some basic safety protocols
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The officer tried for two minutes to talk the man into dropping the gun
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Officers were consoling the female when the suspect returned to the scene
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