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The Law Enforcement Guide to Reducing Use of Force & Preventing Officer Misconduct
May 19, 2021

The Law Enforcement Guide to Reducing Use of Force & Preventing Officer Misconduct

When it comes to police misconduct and excessive use of force, investing in prevention is well worth the time, energy, and resources. Learn how your agency can go beyond mandatory standards to get maximum effectiveness and preparation.

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Six Things You Should Know About the EXISTING National Registry for Police Misconduct
May 19, 2021

Six Things You Should Know About the EXISTING National Registry for Police Misconduct

Both politicians and reporters seem to be unaware of the Nation Decertification Index (NDI), a national registry for police misconduct that is maintained by IADLEST. Here’s what you need to know.

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May 18, 2021

Getting Started with Automating Your Academy Processes

With the complexity of most academy operations, it might not always be clear where to begin. Use these questions and tips to guide your first steps for a process automation project in your public safety organization.

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May 13, 2021

Preventing Unreasonable Use of Force: Scenario-Based Training

When it comes to use of force, agencies must ensure that the training program is effective and based on sound legal principles. Scenario-based training—where trainees tackle complex, real-world situations—can make a difference in preparedness.

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May 11, 2021

Metrics that Matter: Better Ways to Evaluate Public Safety

Rather than relying on crime rates to gauge police effectiveness, law enforcement should be using a mixture of metrics—such as satisfaction, trust, sense of safety, and jobs—to demonstrate success.

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May 5, 2021

Missouri Division of Fire Safety Secures Updated Training Technology Through Assistance to Firefighters Grant

The Missouri Division of Fire Safety used funds from FEMA’s AFG to secure Envisage’s online training and certification compliance system called Acadis.

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May 4, 2021

Technology Funding Falling Short? Consider the AFG.

Physical equipment isn’t the only use for FEMA’s Assistance for Firefighters Grant. Savvy fire service agencies may be able to use the AFG funds to upgrade their training and compliance software systems.

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Apr 29, 2021

Beyond Police Early Warning Systems: Making the Most of Early Intervention

Early warning systems should not be used as a standalone solution to police misconduct. Rather than using such systems to punish bad behavior, early intervention software should be strategically incorporated into a broader plan to support officers and nurture positive behavior.

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Apr 27, 2021

Using Analytics for Better Public Safety Hiring Processes

Organizations that successfully balance human insight and decision-making with the right analytical tools and data can radically improve their hiring programs. Develop better data-driven hiring practices by tracking with these tips.

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Readiness Maturity Model - Metrics Infographic
Apr 22, 2021

The Readiness Maturity Model: Metrics Infographic

Metrics—goal-setting, measurement, and reporting—are key to public safety readiness and organizational maturity. This infographic will help you understand your current reality and visualize your organization’s transformation when it comes to metrics.

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