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August 2013
In This Issue
Training
Victimizing the VA Police
Earlier this year the VA announced its intention to "reclassify" 17 occupational series, including its police officers and special agents in the 080, 083, and 1811 grade series.
August 27, 2013
Training
Passive Resister Response
If someone is a true passive resister, you simply need to do for the arrestee what he or will not do himself. If he stands, but refuses to put his hands behind his back, you and your partner do this for him, place him in handcuffs, and escort him to the squad car.
August 27, 2013
Weapons
Home or Office Firearm Storage
Law enforcement officers can safely and securely store firearms in their homes or in their offices using these storage products.
August 26, 2013
Special Units
Police Product Test: 5.11 Tactical STRYKE Pants
Right out of the bag I was impressed with the STRYKE Pants. The fit and finish is outstanding and the ripstop material is soft yet sturdy. The stitching, pockets, closures are very clean and obviously a step above basic BDUs.
August 26, 2013
Special Units
Police Product Test: Micro-Times Attic-Clear Camera Pole
The Attic-Clear iPhone/Smartphone Camera Pole is not a broomstick, but a well-made piece of tactical equipment that is well suited for the job at hand.
August 26, 2013
Technology
Planning for Disaster
Emergency response software has been created to help first responders use resources and tactics to handle a wide range of critical incidents. Although software itself is hardly a silver bullet that will crush a terrorist event, its capabilities are nevertheless reassuring.
August 19, 2013
Weapons
Of Lights and Lasers
Laser sighting systems help officers with target identification, and as we well know when deploying any weapon system, target identification is key. We are not always going to have the luxury of getting into a gunfight under "ideal" conditions.
August 18, 2013
Training
ATF's Tactical Medic Program
ATF tactical medics operate as a special agent EMTs with a life-saving skill set. They can perform classic trauma-care functions such as CPR, bandaging, splinting, applying oxygen, and spinal immobilization. They also utilize advanced skills.
August 17, 2013
Training
Second Careers
For those who finish their law enforcement careers, the breadth of experiences the profession avails them offers all manner of post-career options, and nothing speaks to the heart of the adrenaline junkie like another round in the octagon of law enforcement.
August 16, 2013
Patrol
Bringing Back Bicycle Patrol
The main advantage of using a police bicycle is stealth. Everyone is looking out for sirens in the distance and preparing for police cruisers to roll up. However, unless the bad guys are covering all access points with lookouts, the police bicycle can sneak in through what would ordinarily be considered inaccessible vehicle entry points.
August 11, 2013
Patrol
Shots Fired: Jackson County, Kansas 02/18/2000
No sooner were the words out of Schoen's mouth than he observed the shooter coming down the ladder in front of the house and walking toward his patrol car. He heard his K-9, "Falco," barking at the man from his back seat kennel.
August 10, 2013
Weapons
Springfield Armory XD-S Sub-Compact Pistol
The 9mm Springfield Armory XD-S sub-compact pistol is designed to function with a single column magazine, and is a departure from the traditional pocket pistols that were available in the 20th century because the new XD-S is chambered in 9mm and .45 ACP calibers.
August 9, 2013
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