Talking to the Community About Active Shooters
It may take some effort to convince people that attacks can happen in your town, but educating them in how to respond can be very beneficial to them and you.
January 16, 2019
It may take some effort to convince people that attacks can happen in your town, but educating them in how to respond can be very beneficial to them and you.
January 16, 2019
This old guy league is a collection of distinguished and often colorful characters; take time to get to know a few. It is very important for the older generations to pass on the institutional knowledge and share the hard lessons learned for this profession to progress.
September 4, 2018
There is much to consider before you decide to apply for a job as chief of police.
October 17, 2017
Prepare for a leadership role by acquiring the skills and training you'll need.
September 5, 2017
I prefer carrying a satchel or briefcase myself, but until First Tactical's Ascend Messenger Bag there had never been one that could carry all of my "stuff."
May 5, 2017
Since 1976 law enforcement training has seen many changes as well as challenges, and it's interesting to chart that four-decade-long evolution.
October 11, 2016
Reaching into a vehicle and taking the keys to prevent a suspect from driving off is a tactical error that has sent many an officer for medical treatment.
August 31, 2015
As you settle into this snowy, stormy season your thoughts should also migrate toward winter patrol tactics.Take a few minutes to prepare and think what you need to do to be tactically safe and comfortable.
February 14, 2014
I do not accept the excuse that you are afraid of needles. Get over it and go get protection from some bad bugs.
January 7, 2014
Maybe you need a last minute tax deduction on professional and safety equipment before the end of the year. I know that at this time of year I require some of what I call needful things for myself. Here are some shopping suggestions.
December 23, 2013
Most all departments have regulations regarding the modification of departmental issue/carry weapons. There are stories of weapons that failed to operate as designed due to poorly attempted modifications by the untrained and/or unskilled.
December 11, 2013
Here I'll share still more potential career killers that can haunt you. I'm only trying to keep you out of trouble and maybe save your career.
October 23, 2013
You are a chief or sheriff. Get real and train with your officers. You should be one of the first enrolled in your defensive tactics and subject control training classes. Your attendance and participation will speak to all, and what it will say is this stuff is real and it's important.
October 3, 2013
You can have a fine career here in Copland and can do so without breaking the rules and ending up in trouble. Each of these lessons learned comes from a true story that had liability and professional repercussions.
October 3, 2013
During your career, you'll hear all too often familiar phrases repeated, some may not be worth repeating but some are lifesavers. I've developed a short list of maxims that good leaders reiterate and young officers should heed.
September 16, 2013
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