Dealing with a reprimand at work can be a very distressing situation. Sometimes we create the situation and sometimes the situation is created for us. Either way, it's best to develop a strategy so you are prepared if and when it happens.
October 1, 2018
I've learned a few things about dealing with new supervisors in my 30-plus-year career in law enforcement. Here are some of them in no particular order.
July 9, 2018
Do your research and follow an outline to create a fleshed out protocol that benefits your agency and officers.
May 2, 2018
You can be dispatched to pretty much any type of wild animal call. If you can think of it, somebody somewhere has had to respond to it. I will share with you a common sense framework that you can build upon based on the unique situations you find yourself in.
March 1, 2018
As a law enforcement officer, what can you say without negatively affecting yourself and your agency?
December 4, 2017
You need to do a thorough search of the area surrounding a crime scene to develop leads and solve crimes.
November 3, 2017
It doesn't matter whether you're a rookie heading into your first orientation or a 10-year veteran, adjusting to a new agency can be tricky. If you aren't careful, it can be a bit overwhelming as you try to fit in.
October 9, 2017
It's important to communicate with firefighters and rescue personnel and not get in each other's way.
September 5, 2017
Let's be honest, radio procedure during emergency traffic tends to leave a lot to be desired.
July 7, 2017
There is no substitute for some type of aircraft in the air to support your operations. It's imperative that the coordination between ground units and flight crews be seamless and problem free. But this is easier said than done.
June 10, 2017
I have assembled some useful information specifically tailored for the patrol officer conducting interviews and interrogations during the initial investigation.
April 7, 2017
There are basically five ways children go missing: abduction by a parent, kidnapping and ransom, runaway children, predator abduction, or unexplained disappearance. Until you figure out what you have, each investigation starts off with the premise that the child has gone missing by wandering off somewhere. This article will cover common aspects of a lost child in order to help an officer with the initial investigation.
March 10, 2017
My friend used investigating burglaries as his template for training new detectives. Since his clearance rate was always above the national average, his training model likely has merit. With that in mind, here are some points to remember.
February 9, 2017
One of the best strategies we can employ is to maintain our professional standards by calmly responding to highly charged situations instead of reacting to them.
January 17, 2017
Conducting an investigation involves knowing your first responder responsibilities and knowing what the follow-up investigator (detective) will be looking for.
November 8, 2016
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