Note: The following is excerpted from Force Science® News #300 published by the Force Science® Institute. How you & your cell phone can help combat active school shooters In the last 18 months, nearly 26,000 LEOs across … Continued
Candy, parties, costumes…it’s that time of year again! Halloween brings so much excitement to children and adults, but for police officers it’s a different story. Halloween can be a stressful time of year for police officers, with masks, pranksters, unsafe driving … Continued
Law enforcement careers are traditionally male-dominated, but programs around the country are aiming to teach girls they equally have what it takes in the field. The percentage of women in law enforcement careers is low, and these programs and promotional … Continued
In the wake of unrest, more and more police municipalities are turning towards community outreach as a way to remind people that police are here to protect and serve. Cops want to keep communities safe and one way of showing … Continued
For many cops, retirement is the furthest thing from their mind when hired. Between school, trainings, and a very eventful career, there is a lot more to think about. But, like any career, planning for retirement is significant. Rookies and … Continued
Teachers are hammering out lesson plans, parents are scurrying to get uniforms and supplies, and kids are mentally preparing for the inevitable back-to-school date. The school year brings excitement and opportunity for many, but it also comes with anxiety for … Continued
Dogs and humans have been working together for thousands of years and police dogs, or K9 officers in particular, have been used in law enforcement for centuries. They perform a range of duties and services that some humans cannot. Few … Continued
Stress is everywhere and everyone struggles with it. The way in which it manifests and how a person utilizes stress management techniques all depends on the lifestyle of the individual. Although everyone deals with high stress at times, it is … Continued
By Tom Swip
Many police officers have served time in the military, and many military veterans suffer from PTSD. Fourth of July PTSD is a common concern for many police officers. Although the 4th of July is about celebrating, grilling, and shooting off … Continued
A small business robbed; a school vandalized: a family disconnected from a fatal crash…these may all sound like shocking stories to citizens, but for some cops, these are normal everyday experiences. For the hero cops that comfort us in … Continued