High Threat Cover

Active threat incidents are incredibly dynamic and can pose unique challenges that the regular patrol officer might not consider. Aside from tactics, proper equipment, including weapons, plate carriers, and accessories, need to be considered. One of these vital pieces of equipment is the active threat response bag. What do I need in my bag? Before…

During active threats the first responding officer is expected to immediately make entry into the building where the incident is taking place. One of the main difficulties is approaching thresholds and entering rooms. Two methods have been utilized to limit the risks associated with entering and clearing rooms, limited penetration threshold assessments and the teams…

Throughout my time as a firearms for a small police department in southern Ohio, I struggled with effectively and efficiently keeping track of students performance. I’m not talking about keeping track of one hundred student, not even twenty five students. I am tasked with managing an average of 9 students and I lamented over the…

On May 24th, 2022 a gunman entered Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas and actively killed for one hour and fifteen minutes before being confronted by police. In the end, 21 people were killed and another 18 were injured during the incident. Many ask, why did it take over one hour for law enforcement to…