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By Jim Weiss
Looking for a way to increase safety during tracking searches, the Clearwater Police Department decided to implement training between its SWAT team and K-9 unit. Using the classroom as well as field scenarios, the teams learned to work together better than before.
(This article was originally published in Tactical Response May/Jun 2011)
By Ron Yanor
Hostage rescue scenarios in auditoriums present different challenges from those in smaller venues. Teams should practice and plan for this type of situation while trying not to stray too far from their regular dynamic CQB methodology. Consider entry points, front versus rear assault, possibility of crossfire, etc.
(This article was originally published in Tactical Response May/Jun 2011)
By TR Staff
The 7th Annual ISOA Conference included training on multiple breach point strategies. The course emphasized that a multiple entry point breach can often be safer than a single entry point breach.
(This article was originally published in Tactical Response Sep/Oct 2010)
By Darin Dowe
When a SWAT team adopts a specific less-lethal technology, specific SWAT tactics must be taught to ensure integration of the technology.
(This article was originally published in Tactical Response Nov/Dec 2009)
By Charles Yarbaugh
Training, concepts of movement, weaponry, and gear for active shooters are all areas that must be analyzed now to prepare the SWAT and law enforcement community for a possible incident.
(This article was originally published in Tactical Response Nov/Dec 2008)
By Stephenie Slahor
The Alamdeda County Sheriff's Office's four-day Urban Shield course brings t he National Response Plan to life in an urban setting to help first responders prepare for terrorist attacks and natural disasters.
(This article was originally published in Law and Order May 2008)
By David Crane
The IMS Advanced Counter-Terror SWAT School course teaches how to combat active-shooter and religious-extremist terrorism - Israeli style.
(This article was originally published in Tactical Response Mar/Apr 2007)
By Ed Caneva
Mastering the basics of standards, training, equipment, tactics and leadership will help your SWAT team move forward.
(This article was originally published in Tactical Response Jan/Feb 2007)
By Jim Weiss
Read how teams from the 2006 SWAT Round-Up prepared for the competition.
(This article was originally published in Tactical Response Jan/Feb 2007)
By Jim Weiss
This year, the SWAT Round-Up drew an impressive number of foreign teams in addition to those from all over the U.S. Find out the results from competition.
(This article was originally published in Tactical Response Jan/Feb 2007)