Three Cities Leading the Charge on Police Reform
Learn how the police departments of San Francisco; Eugene, Oregon; and New Orleans have been meeting the demands for police reform with their own programs and training designed to increase accountability and effectiveness.
Envisage Technologies Acquires Industry Leading Early Intervention Solution
Envisage Technologies has completed its acquisition of Guardian Tracking, a public safety software system that provides early intervention and employee performance management.
Preventing Misconduct: How to Train Officers for Better Decision-Making
Listen to this recorded webinar where retired Chief Richard Myers and Lon Bartel, director of training and curriculum at VirTra, discuss use-of-force factors and how training helps.
De-escalation Training: Why Funding’s Needed Now More Than Ever
De-escalation training and polices have been proven to make a real difference in use of force. But in order to be effective, such programs must be supported by increased funding—not less.
Making the Most of Online EMS Recertification Opportunities
With the National Registry’s suspension of in-person training requirements, EMS organizations with strong learning management systems (LMSs) are in the ideal position to take advantage of online training—better protecting and preparing their first responders.
Readiness Summit 2021
Listen to this series of recorded webinars designed to help your agency evolve and innovate to improve readiness. Explore critical topics, including practical advice for training development, futureproof security, and more.
What is the NDI, and Why is a National Index Necessary?
Amid public issues surrounding officer misconduct, the National Decertification Index (NDI) serves as a potential solution to tracking rogue officers nationally and preventing rehire of those fired with cause.
The Pitfalls of Paper Testing: Threats to Testing Integrity
With increasing threats to testing integrity, fire department trainers and instructors still reliant on paper testing must grapple with increasingly vulnerable processes where cadets have more opportunities for dishonesty than ever.
A Closer Look at Qualified Immunity
Amid use-of-force and misconduct concerns, recent calls for ending qualified immunity in law enforcement have spurred deeper evaluations of when and how to protect police officers from civil lawsuits.
The Fundamental Guide to Buying Online Training Software for Public Safety
There’s so much to consider when choosing a software system for public safety training. Avoid being overwhelmed by options—take advantage of the practical advice presented in this guide.
