By Yael Shuman
When first responders are confronted with scenarios as horrific as the Littleton school shooting, it's inevitable that many will be left with deep psychological wounds. Since it is unlikely that Littleton will be the last such incident, it is essential that agencies conduct pre-trauma training to help responders recover faster and more fully after a worst-case scenario.
By Dr. Jarrod Sadulski
In active shooter incidents, the time it takes for rescue personnel to reach victims can be the difference between life and death. Find out how Swift Assisted Victim Extraction (SAVE) teams are trained to enter "warm zones" to reach victims sooner.
By Jon Hager
When college behavioral intervention teams review reports of concerning behavior, there are several courses of action they can take. Learn how intervention teams make decisions on how to respond to low and high level threats.
By Dr. Jarrod Sadulski
Fortunately, active shooter events are still rare in the U.S., but law enforcement officers should still take steps to prepare for being involved in one. This requires not only tactical training, but also emotional preparation, which should include creating a recovery plan.
By Jon Hager
Behavioral intervention teams keep colleges safe by responding to reports of individuals exhibiting concerning behavior. Learn what kinds of behavior, both on campus and online, members of the college community should always report.
By Dr. Randall Hanifen
With numerous recent hate crimes causing multiple deaths and injuries, first responders must be prepared to act. Incident response planning now mitigates chaos in the event of a future hate-related attack.
By Jon Hager
College behavioral intervention teams play a crucial role in identifying and stepping in when an individual is exhibiting potentially dangerous behavior. Learn more about how they keep campuses safe.
