This class is an 8-hour, high speed, multimedia presentation designed for officers, supervisors, K-9 handlers, SWAT team members, air crews, tactics trainers and dispatchers. Topics include:

Suspect Tactics - An in depth look at the trends and tactics being used by criminals attempting to evade capture on foot. A thorough look at suspect hiding locations and officer search tactics and techniques is included. This section is updated frequently to keep officers aware of the latest tactics being used.

Perimeter Containment - A proven technique to contain and capture suspects on the run. Includes the basics of this

technique with a concentrated discussion of communication during foot pursuits, responsibilities of responding units,

perimeter management, supervisor responsibility, use of specialized units, decision making, and debriefing techniques.

Officer Down Debriefs - Debriefs of five “shots fired officer down” scenarios as they relate to perimeter containment. These real life situations vividly demonstrate the importance of containing an area for a suspect who just assaulted or murdered a law enforcement officer.

The law enforcement profession is continuing to face significant challenges in its operational and

organizational roles. Unfortunately, one of the more pressing issues facing American police depart-ments may be the failure of its supervisors and managers to consistently practice recognized leader-ship principles they learn in management training programs. Most supervisors and managers seem to take the “path of least resistance” when dealing with problem employees or in communicating with em-ployees. This “wide road of mediocrity” is believed to be the primary path of most managers and these leadership failures have become a significant form of stress and frustration for the police culture. This program examines why these problems occur, and the practical methods managers and supervisors can use to become effective leaders and walk the narrow road of leadership excellence – both at work and at home.

The principles discussed in the program apply to all levels of supervision and management – both sworn and civilian. Individuals who are not yet supervisors can also benefit from attending. This presentation is open to all ranks, sworn and civilian.