Tag: Officer Safety

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11 Tips for Preventing Officer Struck-By Deaths
In 2018, after 40 years of service, Col. Tracy G. Trott retired from the Tennessee Highway Patrol and tackled the challenge of trying to help the Colorado State Patrol uncover the reasons behind the agency’s struck-by deaths.
August 29, 2024
There are steps departments can take to reduce the chances of struck-by incidents involving officers operating along roadways.
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More than 300 Undercover LAPD Officers Sue Over Release of Personal Information
Officers say they can no longer work as undercover officers and in some cases may not be able to work in policing at all going forward after the release of personal information.
April 5, 2023
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Recent Incidents Prompt Reminders for Officer Safety While Directing Traffic
There are myriad factors contribute to incidents in which an officer is struck by a vehicle while directing traffic—everything from weather, to the negligence/impairment of the offending vehicle's driver, to the officer's own actions—but a few basic safety strategies can mitigate the risks.
March 17, 2023
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5 Things to Know When Buying Ballistic Helmets
Scott Wyatt, president of Busch Protective USA, says an injury to law enforcement officers will more likely come from someone striking them in the head with a bat, or throwing a brick, or having something fall and hit them in the head during an operation. Europeans introduced blunt trauma testing of helmets back in 2009.
February 17, 2023
Ballistic helmets offer varying degrees of protection and certification, so be sure to know the differences when you are shopping for new ones.
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What Patrol Officers Should Know About Gang Activity
Richard Valdemar says every officer, especially patrol officers, should keep a notebook. With every contact on the street, ask questions and make notes of the answers given. That allows the officer to, in a sense, create a database of gang activity in the community.
February 10, 2023
Richard Valdemar, a gang detective for more than three decades, says gangs are found everywhere, and they’re not about anybody’s race, culture, or nationality. The veteran investigator says people are led into gangs through criminal activity, drugs, and violence – pointing out those activities are found in every town.
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Ohio Train Derailment Highlights Need for Training in HAZMAT Incident Response
Properly trained first responders should be able to at least identify the level of danger within the first few moments of being on scene, and potentially be able to then initiate the best and safest possible course of action to protect people, property, and the natural environment.
February 10, 2023
Law enforcement officers absolutely must have at least some level of training to respond to incidents involving hazardous materials.
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10 Tips for Felony/High Risk Traffic Stops
“It's a nationwide epidemic in law enforcement, cops at the end of pursuits or situations running up to vehicles. It's the worst thing we could be doing. It's getting people killed,” says Mike Willis. “This has got to stop. This mindset has got to stop. Let's stay back behind cover and do it safer.”
December 14, 2022
Mike Willis, of the United States Deputy Sheriff's Association, conducts a training on felony and high-risk traffic stops.
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HazMat Safety and Awareness for Police
POLICE Senior Editor Wayne Parham discusses why officers need to be aware of hazardous materials with expert and law enforcement trainer Jim Whitfield.
December 8, 2022
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Tech, Tactics, and Training for Safer Vehicle Pursuits
Vehicle pursuits are inherently hazardous and often involve all manner of mayhem, including property damage and personal injury to fleeing violators, innocent victims, and pursuing police. Here are some keys to help mitigate the risks.
December 2, 2022
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Video of Ohio Arrest Prompts Reminders on Foot Pursuit Tactics and Safety
Police trainers and roll call supervisors should take every possible opportunity to examine and discuss ways to mitigate the inherent perils of foot pursuits.
November 25, 2022
Earlier this month, officers with the Warren (OH) Police Department took into custody a suspect who had first led them on vehicle pursuit and then fled on foot after crashing that car and running into a daycare center.
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Dashcam Shows TN Officer Run to Safety When Tractor Trailer Hits Power Lines
Upon realizing the trucker does not see the suspended lines the officer runs quickly away just before the truck snags the lines and drags them, and a utility pole, toward the officer and his patrol vehicle.
November 23, 2022
A Cookeville, TN, officer tries to flag down a truck before it hits suspended power lines.
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NLEOMF Seeks 2023 National Officer Safety and Wellness Awards Nominees
The goal is two-fold: not only to recognize the most effective programs, but to share that information with others so that they may look at the potential benefits to their respective agency and drive the number of line-of-duty law enforcement deaths down to zero.
November 15, 2022
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