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2024/08/27 1:13:45 Ambushes of Police Ambushes of Police

Ambush attacks against law enforcement officers remain a threat to officer safety, with the number of attacks...

Ambush attacks against law enforcement officers remain a threat to officer safety, with the number of attacks per year holding steady since a decline in the early 1990s and the proportion of fatal attacks on officers attributable to ambushes increasing. Concerns about targeted violence against police are on the rise, while officers must not only be guardians of the public but also be prepared to respond to violence targeting them.
2024/08/27 1:13:45 Ambushes of Police Ambushes of Police

Ambush attacks against law enforcement officers remain a threat to officer safety, with the number of attacks...

Ambush attacks against law enforcement officers remain a threat to officer safety, with the number of attacks per year holding steady since a decline in the early 1990s and the proportion of fatal attacks on officers attributable to ambushes increasing. Concerns about targeted violence against police are on the rise, while officers must not only be guardians of the public but also be prepared to respond to violence targeting them.
2024/08/27 1:13:45 Ambushes of Police Ambushes of Police

Ambush attacks against law enforcement officers remain a threat to officer safety, with the number of attacks...

Ambush attacks against law enforcement officers remain a threat to officer safety, with the number of attacks per year holding steady since a decline in the early 1990s and the proportion of fatal attacks on officers attributable to ambushes increasing. Concerns about targeted violence against police are on the rise, while officers must not only be guardians of the public but also be prepared to respond to violence targeting them.
2024/05/20 5:29:54 Prepared? Prepared?

Situations can arise in a second. Use this poster as a reminder not to be complacent about your training.

Situations can arise in a second. Use this poster as a reminder not to be complacent about your training.
2024/05/20 5:29:54 Prepared? Prepared?

Situations can arise in a second. Use this poster as a reminder not to be complacent about your training.

Situations can arise in a second. Use this poster as a reminder not to be complacent about your training.
2023/07/25 8:31:05 Highlighting the Deadly Mix Research Highlighting the Deadly Mix Research

Research is key to understanding the shortfalls in any profession, but are you using that data to better your...

Research is key to understanding the shortfalls in any profession, but are you using that data to better your professional self? Take some time to listen to this podcast hosted by Floyd Wiley with the VALOR Program and John Bostain, President and co-owner of Command Presence Training, as they clearly explain the findings from and the importance of the FBI’s Deadly Mix studies.
2023/01/12 2:00:12 2022 End-of-Year Preliminary Law Enforcement Officers Fatalities...

This report summarizes data compiled by the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund on the number of...

This report summarizes data compiled by the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund on the number of law enforcement officer fatalities during 2022 and details on the types of assault.
2022/03/23 3:33:15 Surviving an Ambush Attack Surviving an Ambush Attack

“Surviving looked a little different than I thought.” Retired Officer Jesse Hartnett was ambushed and shot in...

“Surviving looked a little different than I thought.” Retired Officer Jesse Hartnett was ambushed and shot in the line of duty in 2016. He shares his story and the aftermath of how that altered the course of his career and life. He stresses that you must always maintain the will to survive and stay in the fight.
2022/03/23 3:33:15 Surviving an Ambush Attack Surviving an Ambush Attack

“Surviving looked a little different than I thought.” Retired Officer Jesse Hartnett was ambushed and shot in...

“Surviving looked a little different than I thought.” Retired Officer Jesse Hartnett was ambushed and shot in the line of duty in 2016. He shares his story and the aftermath of how that altered the course of his career and life. He stresses that you must always maintain the will to survive and stay in the fight.
2022/01/14 6:26:20 Serving Warrants: A Safer Path Forward Serving Warrants: A Safer Path Forward

Serving arrest and/or search warrants should never be considered “routine.” Intentional steps must be taken...

Serving arrest and/or search warrants should never be considered “routine.” Intentional steps must be taken to increase safety and minimize the risk to officers, civilians, and subjects. This bulletin covers common safety issues with serving warrants and how to combat those issues.
2022/01/14 6:26:20 Serving Warrants: A Safer Path Forward Serving Warrants: A Safer Path Forward

Serving arrest and/or search warrants should never be considered “routine.” Intentional steps must be taken...

Serving arrest and/or search warrants should never be considered “routine.” Intentional steps must be taken to increase safety and minimize the risk to officers, civilians, and subjects. This bulletin covers common safety issues with serving warrants and how to combat those issues.
2022/01/14 6:26:20 Serving Warrants: A Safer Path Forward Serving Warrants: A Safer Path Forward

Serving arrest and/or search warrants should never be considered “routine.” Intentional steps must be taken...

Serving arrest and/or search warrants should never be considered “routine.” Intentional steps must be taken to increase safety and minimize the risk to officers, civilians, and subjects. This bulletin covers common safety issues with serving warrants and how to combat those issues.
2021/09/28 2:05:13 Duty Ready: Preparing to Respond Off Duty

This online training module discusses an off-duty active shooter incident and key considerations for...

This online training module discusses an off-duty active shooter incident and key considerations for responding off duty. Topics discussed include having a plan for your family, quickly accessing your equipment, planning your route of approach, and what to do if your equipment malfunctions.
2021/03/19 6:37:16 Ambushes and Unprovoked Attacks Ambushes and Unprovoked Attacks

This publication discusses ambush attacks against law enforcement officers and statistics regarding ambush...

This publication discusses ambush attacks against law enforcement officers and statistics regarding ambush threats.
2021/03/19 6:37:16 Ambushes and Unprovoked Attacks Ambushes and Unprovoked Attacks

This publication discusses ambush attacks against law enforcement officers and statistics regarding ambush...

This publication discusses ambush attacks against law enforcement officers and statistics regarding ambush threats.
2020/12/09 4:39:28 Characteristics of Weapon Concealment Characteristics of Weapon Concealment

This online training is designed to show observable characteristics of an armed person and help law...

This online training is designed to show observable characteristics of an armed person and help law enforcement officers remain alert and stay safe.
2020/06/08 1:09:59 Officer and Community Wellness Resources for Law Enforcement

This toolkit was curated by the Public Safety Partnerships team to provide a suite of timely resources...

This toolkit was curated by the Public Safety Partnerships team to provide a suite of timely resources dedicated to assisting our law enforcement partners with best practices for building community trust, strengthening relationships, and increasing cultural understanding with diverse communities. The resources included also address officer resiliency and ways to mitigate the impact of stress on the duties of policing.
2019/08/26 1:49:05 Officer-Assisted Suicide: Part Two Officer-Assisted Suicide: Part Two

This publication is the second part of a two-part discussion on officer-assisted suicide addressing the...

This publication is the second part of a two-part discussion on officer-assisted suicide addressing the actual confrontation, methods used by the precipitator, and actions that may be taken by officers in these situations.
2019/08/26 1:44:50 Officer-Assisted Suicide: Part One Officer-Assisted Suicide: Part One

This publication discusses the substantial number of officer-involved shootings, in which subjects have...

This publication discusses the substantial number of officer-involved shootings, in which subjects have deliberately induced officers to shoot, intentionally forcing a confrontation that has left officers with little or no choice but to use deadly force. The author discusses types of officer assisted suicide, actions typically preceding a confrontation, and consequences for the precipitator, family members, and police officers.
2019/06/18 4:37:00 Body Armor Body Armor

This website gives an overview of different types of body armor and how it protects against injury and death....

This website gives an overview of different types of body armor and how it protects against injury and death. More resources are provided at the end of the article for more in-depth information.
2019/01/30 9:38:29 2018 End-of-Year Preliminary Law Enforcement Officers Fatalities...

This report summarizes data compiled by the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund on the number of...

This report summarizes data compiled by the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund on the number of law enforcement officer fatalities during 2018 and details on the types of assault.
2018/11/01 4:33:04 Reality Training - Vital Principles of Foot Pursuits

This video training includes a comprehensive set of tips and examples for effective and safe foot pursuits.

This video training includes a comprehensive set of tips and examples for effective and safe foot pursuits.
2018/07/17 4:44:02 LEO Near Miss LEO Near Miss

The Police Foundation, with support from the U.S. Department of Justice and other law enforcement...

The Police Foundation, with support from the U.S. Department of Justice and other law enforcement organizations, has developed a voluntary, nondisciplinary reporting system that allows law enforcement personnel to read about and anonymously share “close calls” or “near misses,” which provide lessons learned that can protect others from similar incidents.
2018/06/27 4:08:37 The Deadly Mix: In the Line of Fire - Violence Against Law Enforcement

This publication details the results of a three-year study of felonious assaults against law enforcement...

This publication details the results of a three-year study of felonious assaults against law enforcement officers including information from the offenders, the officers, and the circumstances surrounding the events. Part of The Deadly Mix research.
2018/06/19 5:18:52 The Assailant Study Mindsets and Behaviors

This study examines 50 incidents involving officer deaths in 2016 to identify common mindsets among the...

This study examines 50 incidents involving officer deaths in 2016 to identify common mindsets among the assailants, trends, and contributing factors.
2017/11/17 4:07:13 The Deadly Mix: Violent Encounters The Deadly Mix: Violent Encounters

This study examines the discrepancy between how officers and offenders perceive the same situation and what...

This study examines the discrepancy between how officers and offenders perceive the same situation and what might cause such perceptual discrepancies and distortions.
2017/11/17 4:07:13 The Deadly Mix: Violent Encounters The Deadly Mix: Violent Encounters

This study examines the discrepancy between how officers and offenders perceive the same situation and what...

This study examines the discrepancy between how officers and offenders perceive the same situation and what might cause such perceptual discrepancies and distortions.
2017/11/17 4:07:13 The Deadly Mix: Violent Encounters The Deadly Mix: Violent Encounters

This study examines the discrepancy between how officers and offenders perceive the same situation and what...

This study examines the discrepancy between how officers and offenders perceive the same situation and what might cause such perceptual discrepancies and distortions.
2017/10/20 3:14:22 The Deadly Mix The Deadly Mix

This online training module is an overview of the research that the Federal Bureau of Investigation...

This online training module is an overview of the research that the Federal Bureau of Investigation Behavioral Science Unit conducted that evaluated the officer, the offender, and the circumstances that brought them together in deadly force encounters. It examines case studies of officers who faced a drawn gun and a suspect’s account of his decisions after killing an officer, while also identifying the moral, mental, and physical preparations necessary for officers to survive violent encounters.
2017/10/20 2:10:23 Recognizing Pre-Incident Indicators and Behaviors

This online training module is intended to help officers identify common behavioral indicators of a potential...

This online training module is intended to help officers identify common behavioral indicators of a potential attack. Recognizing these behavioral indicators will raise officers’ awareness during suspect encounters and could potentially save an officer’s life.
2017/10/20 1:58:24 Ambush Attacks Ambush Attacks

This online training module was created in response to the increase in ambush-style assaults that have led to...

This online training module was created in response to the increase in ambush-style assaults that have led to the injuries or deaths of many law enforcement officers in recent years. This training is designed to give officers tools to help prevent and react to ambush attacks.
2017/10/20 1:58:24 Ambush Attacks Ambush Attacks

This online training module was created in response to the increase in ambush-style assaults that have led to...

This online training module was created in response to the increase in ambush-style assaults that have led to the injuries or deaths of many law enforcement officers in recent years. This training is designed to give officers tools to help prevent and react to ambush attacks.
2017/10/20 1:58:24 Ambush Attacks Ambush Attacks

This online training module was created in response to the increase in ambush-style assaults that have led to...

This online training module was created in response to the increase in ambush-style assaults that have led to the injuries or deaths of many law enforcement officers in recent years. This training is designed to give officers tools to help prevent and react to ambush attacks.
2017/09/27 5:05:36 Let’s Stay Vigilant Against Ambushes Let’s Stay Vigilant Against Ambushes

This poster reminds officers to stay alert against ambushes and provides some tips on how to do so.

This poster reminds officers to stay alert against ambushes and provides some tips on how to do so.
2017/09/27 5:05:36 Let’s Stay Vigilant Against Ambushes Let’s Stay Vigilant Against Ambushes

This poster reminds officers to stay alert against ambushes and provides some tips on how to do so.

This poster reminds officers to stay alert against ambushes and provides some tips on how to do so.
2017/09/27 5:05:36 Let’s Stay Vigilant Against Ambushes Let’s Stay Vigilant Against Ambushes

This poster reminds officers to stay alert against ambushes and provides some tips on how to do so.

This poster reminds officers to stay alert against ambushes and provides some tips on how to do so.

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