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The good old days of being able to kick down doors, port windows, and throw flash bangs as officers run through a house are over. The modern theories of SWAT tactics now depend less on the old style dynamic entries on every warrant service. Instead, more teams are implementing the concepts of surround and call-out, limited penetration, wait and take down, sustained negotiations, and other similar tactics.
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ITI’s new version of its under-door scope features an improved design. It slides easily under doors in less than a quarter of an inch of space. New optics with enhanced low-light capability eliminates the need for night vision devices. A three-way attachment allows operators to see left, right, and 90 degrees upward for maximum viewing capacity of the entire room. A highly sensitive, low-noise microphone is optional for audio surveillance.
Read More →RidgeLine’s new Dimension Plus LE series of earmuffs provides electronic hearing protection and amplification in one system. The new PLUS series builds on the company’s Dimension Series with advanced DLSC Technology. DLSC protects against damaging noise levels such as range and demolition environments, while simultaneously allowing the user to hear softer, less audible sounds without interruption. The new PLUS models also offer new ProForm Leather Ear Seals and ProTen Padded headband.
Read More →The Bacou-Dalloz Hearing Safety Group has extended its line of Bilsom Leightning earmuffs with a new L-Zero (L0) Series. Designed to provide reliable protection from intermittent or marginal noise hazards, the L0 Series features an ultraslim earcup design with less weight and bulk than standard earmuffs, and is available in folding (L0F) and neckband (L0N) models. The L0N neckband model fits comfortably around the neck and under PPE.
Read More →H&H Associates’ new TOURNI-KWIK-3 (TK-3) is an emergency combat tourniquet. Recently tested by the U.S. Navy’s test lab in Panama City, Fla., and given high marks, the TK-3 is a full latex tourniquet designed to stop arterial bleeding and amputations using just one-hand. The TK-3, a 3-inch by 40-inch tourniquet, is more lightweight and less expensive than those currently being used by the armed forces.
Read More →The police in my area made national news when a local dog owner and repeat offender of the leash law tricked them into issuing a citation for a $50 fine to his dog. The dog owner made a mockery of the situation by requesting a hearing on behalf of the dog, and reporters found that very amusing.
Read More →The new SA-10NX from PepperBall Technologies is designed to help achieve suspect compliance, suspect marking, inmate management, personal protection, barricade extraction, animal control, and more. The handheld launcher is powered by carbon dioxide and works with all PepperBall projectiles. Custom designed SA-10NX shoulder or thigh holsters are available, as well as a removable rail for mounting laser sights or other accessories on the launcher.
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The Ultimate TigerLight upgrade package contains three of the company’s latest component upgrades for the TigerLight Non-Lethal Defense System. The combination package contains the original TigerLight, the new Super Premium Rechargeable Battery Pack, the new Generation 4 lamp module with tighter focus, and the International Smart/Fast Charger. The combo pack is also available in Desert Camouflage for an additional cost.
Read More →Growing along with the city has been the Rio Rancho Department of Public Safety (RRDPS). In less than two decades, the city-with a growing population of nearly 70,000 residents-has watched as the public-safety agency experienced a staggering 455-percent increase in personnel resources.
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