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Urgent and Important

People have this habit of making all the tasks requested on priority or on urgent basis. They feel that everything is urgent and important. They should learn the skill of prioritizing things because only few situations are urgent in life: 1. 100/112 Police/National Emergency Number 2. 101 Fire Fighters 3. 102 Ambulance/Emergency Doctors/Medical help 4. 1091 Women Helpline Everything else is fabricated urgency.

Dive into our latest blog, “Delaware Workers’ Compensation: A Lifeline for First Responders.” As a retired Delaware State Police officer, Attorney Patrick Wenk shares insights into the incredible risks that our brave first responders—firefighters, police officers, paramedics, and EMTs—face daily. https://lnkd.in/e2H5_Ewj #newblog #firstresponders #kimmelcarter #workerscompensation

What are the physiological differences in training firefighters versus police officers? While both professions require base level zone 2 , firefighters require it to a greater extent. What other differences exist? #firefighters #policeofficers #training #physiology #teamworkstactical

Initiating a fresh approach to policing could lead to the development of a more effective system. Centralized leadership and shared resources would eliminate role duplication among various forces, ensuring operational consistency and standardized practices. A national police command would enhance coordination, especially in technology and data, addressing complex national security issues effectively. However, implementing such reforms would likely encounter strong pushback from local authorities and chief constables concerned about losing their autonomy and responsibility to their communities. Merging or restructuring forces could result in operational challenges and low morale among officers. Previous reform attempts have faltered due to resistance, risking community alienation. Additionally, excessive centralization may disconnect police services from community needs, as local policing often requires tailored approaches. Significant political risks and financial challenges would also hinder the process of reforming policing structures nationwide, complicating efforts to create a united and efficient policing model that aligns with community values and priorities.

While post-traumatic stress can affect anyone, health care workers, police officers, paramedics, firefighters and corrections staff are particularly at risk through their work. If you’re struggling, we’re here to help: https://lnkd.in/gXf98mHn #PTSDAwarenessDay

Please practice safety at all times, especially with tools for self-defense.

We all know how hard our Hanford Police Department works to keep our community safe. But what you may not know is just how busy they are in 2024. Every day, a Hanford Police patrol officer averages 13 calls for service, conducts four officer-initiated contacts and makes two traffic stops. The department had 46,975 calls for service in 2023, up from 44,989 in 2022. Some of the most common calls include: Disturbances, Suspicious or Unwanted Person, homeless issues, and 911 hangups. Patrol officers do everything they can to respond to high priority calls as fast as possible—the average response time in 2023 was eight minutes. But the department is spread thin. With 65 allocated sworn positions, the department has 1.08 officers per 1,000 people, compared to the national average of 1.5 officers per 1,000 people. Only three new patrol officer positions have been added in the last 25 years, even as Hanford’s population has increased by more than 50%. Take a closer look at a day in the life of a Hanford Police Patrol Officer: https://lnkd.in/gSJ3xiJ9

Decisions, decisions. I always find these studies fascinating to read. It’s nice to see more Canadian 🍁 data and context on these issues as we have many unique circumstances in the North! Good work on these studies. #Canada #ERT #emergencyresponse #police #uniform #appearance #visibility #concealment #environment

🚓  Police tactical team uniforms in Canadian Policing🚓 Our latest research dives into the uniform choices of Emergency Response Teams (ERTs) across Canada and the potential reasons underpinning colour variations. Here’s what we discovered: Shift to Grey Uniforms: 14 police services, especially in Ontario, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba, have transitioned to grey uniforms for their ERTs. This shift aligns with recommendations from the Toronto hostage-taking situation at Union Station in 2004. Grey has become the best practice in places like Ontario considering its concealment capabilities in rural and urban areas. Interoperability and Regional Differences: Municipal teams working closely with the RCMP in provinces like Alberta, Newfoundland, and British Columbia often wear ranger green or monochromatic eath-tone uniforms to ensure interoperability across different agencies. In contrast, part-time ERTs are more likely to still wear black uniforms or are in the process of switching uniforms but the no-melt no-drip fabric is expensive. We find that municipal and provincial police services require two to 12 full-time tactical members as a best practice before ERT can serve as patrol support beyond full team deployments. Balancing Perception & Safety: While specialized ERTs are highly trained and can reduce the use of force in routine situations, wearing tactical uniforms outside of emergencies may increase public perceptions of police militarization. Striking the right balance between operational necessity and public trust is essential for maintaining police legitimacy. This study highlights the complex decisions police services face in managing tactical teams while navigating community expectations. Uniform choices are more than just fabric—they symbolize broader issues of trust, safety, and tactical efficiency based on the situational context where the uniform appears. Rosemary Ricciardelli Kevin Cyr https://lnkd.in/eXjxVqPb