Officer Safety
The Officer Safety topic page has the specific mission of keeping cops safe through current & quality information, with tips, columnist commentary and the latest news updates. The Officer Safety topic page is a key resource for officers everywhere.
Not getting adequate, quality rest can wreak havoc on your physical and mental health
How safe would you feel knowing your backup officer hasn’t had a restful night’s sleep in weeks and is struggling to stay awake?
Fatigue can be hazardous for law enforcement officers who must always remain alert and focused on their duties
Meet three black belt officers using martial arts to transform police training — locally, virtually and internationally
The following tactical imperatives are for solo officers or a hastily assembled team
“The officer blasted her horn…" Philadelphia Police Chief Inspector Scott Small said. “It appears that he intentionally put his car in reverse and rammed [the officer’s vehicle]”
From staffing shortages to public trust challenges, the COVID-19 pandemic reshaped law enforcement. Are agencies better prepared for the next pandemic?
With the right tactics, training and awareness, officers can improve their chances of detecting danger before it strikes
Imagine tracking metrics around officers’ well-being through simple integrated dashboards
The Hillsborough police officer, who was ambushed in a secured area in the station’s parking lot, was able to return fire before the suspect fled on foot
Learn how IP video can deliver better quality video to first responders through drones and other sources
A brutal ambush, a fallen deputy and a judge’s stunning ruling — police demand answers after two alleged cop killers are granted bond
A man went to check on his vacant home when he was shot and killed by a shotgun rigged to fire when someone opened a back door
“I was ready for the worst-case scenario: to take the hit. And that’s exactly what I did,” said Harris County Deputy Louie Ayala, who had been on patrol for 32 days
A Navy veteran called 911 threatening violence before opening fire on responding San Antonio Police officers, stating he had “high-power rifles and everything”
The driver was later stopped and taken into custody; the Lauderhill officer, whose injuries included leg and facial damage, was transported to a hospital
A fleet of Tesla Cybertrucks, drone-assisted policing and a wellness bureau for officers will support LVMPD’s efforts to improve safety and efficiency, the department said
Lifesaving LED-lit safety vest aims to reduce struck-by incidents and protect first responders in low-light environments
Exercises, techniques and routines designed to maximize readiness, prevent injuries and boost resilience
The NLERS Online Learning Platform offers self-paced training and live discussions to help law enforcement prevent officer-involved collisions and struck-by incidents
In many cases, victims of domestic violence stay because they sense the ever-present specter of their death
“We are grateful that this was not worse, and we want to thank our great city for keeping our officers and their families in your prayers,” Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel said
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From reasonable suspicion to courtroom scrutiny, here’s what officers need to know about executing Terry stops properly
“The individual then began kicking the vehicle’s door in an attempt to escape,” the Camden County Sheriff’s Office said; the deputies were able to safely restrain the man
This year, NLEOMF is placing a special emphasis on traffic safety nominations following a concerning rise in traffic-related officer fatalities
Law enforcement agencies can secure grants to implement body-worn camera program funding; discover sources, tips and strategies for success
Two officers were seated in a parked cruiser when a man approached the vehicle, opened the door, and began to strike them
The man has been charged with attempted murder, assault with a deadly weapon on a peace officer and DUI with injury, according to the Grover Beach Police Department
This lightweight half-mask respirator is designed for law enforcement and tactical teams facing hazardous environments
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