Lane Antoine
The officer under stress simply will not use the trigger reset method. Firearms instructors don’t want to default to the infamous trigger slap. The rolling trigger is one positive way to train like we are going to fight. Read More
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Steve Dunham
For a K9 program to be successful, there are certain criteria which must be present. They are: 1) proper handler selection, 2) proper K9 selection, 3) selecting the right trainer for your program, and 4) provide adequate supervision and support for your teams. Read More
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Brad Smith
K9s in law enforcement have come a long way from their humble beginnings. A lot of this success comes from new and innovative training techniques that many cutting-edge trainers and skilled handlers have developed over the years. Regrettably, K9 education and training still lag behind in some departments. Read More
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The National Capitol Region S.W.A.T. Association will host Tac Ops East Tactical Training Conference and Exhibition at the Sheraton Premier at Tysons Corner in Vienna, Virginia (15 miles outside of Washington, D.C.) on September 4-6, 2013. Read More
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Mickey Davis, Jim Weiss
PCSO conducted formal research on how K9 teams impacted rates of arrest on calls, as well as the types of calls where the presence of a K9 saved patrol time for deputies. Using this data, they improved the efficiency of their K9 units and determined the cost-benefit of having additional K9 units available. Read More
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Mickey Davis, Jim Weiss
Two styles of hostage negotiations evolved in the United States. On the East Coast, negotiators, usually investigators, were described as being in control, while on the West Coast they tended to be uniformed SWAT personnel cross trained as negotiators. In the aftermath of a crisis negotiation, it is recommended that both the negotiators and SWAT debrief together. Read More
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Touart, Barry
Does conflict pose a threat or is it harmless? This rapid assessment followed with an appropriate action can make the impending conflict a good experience for the team—a constructive experience that can benefit the entire team as well as you as their leader. Read More
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