VALOR Survive & Thrive® Virtual Training Series: Early Weapon Recognition Starting on Thursday, August 20, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., ET

Event Information

Because funding is provided by the U.S. Department of Justice, Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA), there is no cost to attend this event.

Sponsored by

• Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA)

Overview

Join our no-cost virtual training series, available to state, local, tribal, and territorial law enforcement agencies.

Led by seasoned law enforcement professionals, each course represents the next evolution of officer safety education and delivers a powerful mix of expert instruction, hands-on demonstrations, interactive exercises, and real-world discussions all focused on officer safety and operational excellence.

These trainings are built on the latest research and field data, focusing on one or two critical concepts per session and fostering real-time interaction through open dialogue and chat. You will walk away with actionable insights, stronger skills, and a renewed commitment to safety.

You can choose to attend the entire series or select the sessions that best meet your needs, giving you the flexibility to tailor your learning experience.

Whether you’re new to the field or a seasoned officer, this series is designed to support your growth, sharpen your skills, and reinforce your commitment to public safety. It’s not to be missed!

In a Split Second: Turning Observation Into Action

This session will enhance officers’ awareness of both standard and less common weapon-carry locations and provide an overview of behavioral and visual cues displayed by armed individuals. The course also emphasizes the importance of clearly articulating observations for both officer safety on-scene and report writing, considering tactical factors, and conducting thorough searches and pat-downs during legal encounters.

After this course, participants will be able to:

• Spot pre-assault indicators before anyone else to anticipate danger and stay ahead of the threat.
• Communicate with clarity and confidence; turn sharp observations into tactical authority.
• Apply action-versus-reaction principles to move faster, take control, and decisively address threats to protect what matters most. 

Training will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m., ET

Certificate of attendance available

Don’t blink—Read the Signs, Survive the Assault is our next virtual training, and missing it isn’t an option. Register now via our Upcoming Events page.

Accommodations will be made for individuals with disabilities as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Please contact the web event coordinators for further information.