Lt. Kelly DeVoll discusses one of the key pieces of tactical advice any officer can hear: Slow Down! In high torque situations like pursuits or other adrenalin-filled scenarios, officers have a ...
Under high stress, you instinctively revert to behaving the way you’ve been trained to act in rapidly unfolding scenarios. But what happens if the training isn’t there? You revert to instinct, ...
Calibre's Lt. Kelly DeVoll discusses the tactical considerations that need to be taken into account when executing high risk traffic stops; from location and timing to the unique challenges of ...
Tire deflation devices can be extremely helpful...AND extremely dangerous. Most officers have little or no realistic training with them and therefore run the risk of being injured or killed when ...
Lt. Jon Davis confronts the fact that the routine yet potentially dangerous act of driving can pose a serious threat to officers...and has, in fact, cost some their lives. By implementing the ...
Calibre’s Lt. Jim Glennon discusses the importance of taking proactive steps to train yourself in physical control tactics and defensive techniques and sheds light on the numerous benefits, ...
Calibre Instructor Chief Scott Hughes shares reminders for key tactical steps you can take to ensure you’re responding to domestic disturbance calls safely; from pre-arrival prep and approach ...
When it comes to tactics, how often do you ask yourself WHY you do what you do? Is it because you were “trained that way” and that's traditionally how it’s done? Is the technique as tactically ...
Chief Scott Hughes reviews several of the basic but crucial fundamentals for car stops that will help you maintain a tactical advantage, from pre-stop prep to approach.
Calibre instructor Sgt. Jim Schlicher shares practical tips that will motivate you to develop and consistently follow a well-structured fitness regime. Regardless of your current condition, ...
One of the leading causes of officer deaths is suicide. Calibre's Jim Glennon explores the national stats related to suicide in law enforcement and shares insights into why this problem likely ...
When it comes to strongly recommending cancer checks and taking care of yourself emotionally, Chief Steve Johnson speaks from experience! His words of wisdom, spoken as someone who has faced ...