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A clear need to revise department social media policies
Bambi Majumdar Law Enforcement, Defense & SecurityThere is too much negative publicity surrounding law enforcement agencies today, and missteps over social media are the last thing they should be faced with. But the recent federal lawsuit filed against the Baltimore Police Department and its commissioner shows us otherwise.
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Guns at work: Are employers keeping their workers safe?
Catherine Iste Business Management, Services & Risk ManagementAre employers doing enough to protect their employees from active shooters? And if not, does an absence of training, policies or other precautions mean employees should be allowed to take measures to protect themselves?
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The best safety tip for driving emergency vehicles? Slow down
Frank R. Myers Law Enforcement, Defense & SecurityThe common reality for emergency vehicle drivers is a duty to respond. The people we serve want us to arrive in the shortest time possible. But at what cost? We have all heard and know the terms associated with emergency driving and responding: adrenaline rush, sirencide, being "first in," beating the other truck to scene, getting out of the station first, etc.
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Video breakdown: Police shootout shows pitfalls of stand and deliver
Eric Lamberson Law Enforcement, Defense & SecurityResearch has shown the only shot that will instantly stop a fight is one that destroys the brain or severs the spinal cord, thereby disabling the central nervous system. Shots that do not strike the central nervous system must rely on blood loss to hit a critical level causing unconsciousness.
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Studies reveal clear link between marijuana and driving impairment
Dr. Denise A. Valenti Law Enforcement, Defense & SecurityMarilyn Huestis, Ph.D., recently spoke at the Marijuana and Cannabinoids: A Neuroscience Research Summit, which was held in Bethesda, Maryland, and sponsored by the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Huestis is an internationally renowned expert on human drug testing — in particular the biologic measures in blood, urine and saliva. Her presentation during the conference highlighted research related to marijuana and driving, including evolving concerns related to impairment with consumption of marijuana.
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Social media and police: Do your officers know what is appropriate?
Danielle Manley Law Enforcement, Defense & SecurityThe use of social media in the workplace has gained significant attention lately with people losing their jobs or being demoted because of their online activity. Employers are creating social media policies to reduce the number of problems and create legal standing for the company when a situation does occur.
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During your morning checkout, don’t overlook the small details
Frank R. Myers Law Enforcement, Defense & SecurityWhen it comes to routines, it's easy to miss the small details. I mean the little things you don't feel are important or are just easily overlooked — such as lights, mirrors, windshields, side glass, fire-hose, equipment on the exterior of the truck and compartment doors.
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Increased focus on trauma and crisis training for officers
Bambi Majumdar Law Enforcement, Defense & SecurityThe Sarasota Police Department in Florida recently received 160 mobile trauma kits with an aim to enhance the safety and survival of both the community as well as SPD officers. In any active-shooting scenario, they can now quickly render aid to victims, ensuring functional trauma management and a greater chance of their survival.
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Guns at work: Do you know the laws and policies?
Catherine Iste Business Management, Services & Risk ManagementTrue or false: Only law enforcement and some security guards are allowed to bring weapons to work. It must be true, right? Could you imagine if just anyone could bring a gun to work? But what about our constitutional right to bear arms? If an employee has a legitimate permit, isn't it lawful for her to carry her weapon?
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Chicago among cities grappling with future of policing
Bambi Majumdar Law Enforcement, Defense & SecurityA recent report by The New York Times highlights an 84 percent rise in homicides in Chicago this year. Just in the first quarter of this year, the city has already seen 605 shootings and 131 deaths. For a city with a history of violence, these figures don't augur well for the future.
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