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What specialists highly recommend for handling cannabis DUIs

The Municipal Posted on January 19, 2019 by Elisa WalkerAugust 2, 2023

With cannabis, recreational and medical, becoming legalized in more states, law enforcement officers are training to develop techniques for handling DUI situations where cannabis may be involved. Unlike alcohol, which can be tested by a breathalyzer, there is no instant … Continue reading →

Posted in Public Safety | Tagged Cannabis

Ballistic protection growing in leaps and bounds

The Municipal Posted on October 17, 2018 by Sarah WrightAugust 2, 2023
The militarization of police has been a heated topic for some time, with a recent study finding more militarized departments did not receive as much support from the public as those that weren’t. Improvements in ballistic-resistant technology are better protecting officers while also looking less militaristic. (Shutterstock.com)

The world has never been a safe place, but nowadays, threats are emerging in places that decades ago would have been unthought of: schools, movie theaters, clubs, boardwalks, malls and anywhere people gather. Law enforcement officers have also found themselves … Continue reading →

Posted in Public Safety | Tagged police

First responders strive to increase awareness of autism

The Municipal Posted on July 24, 2018 by Elisa WalkerAugust 2, 2023
Autism can affect a person’s ability to communicate and interact with others, so becoming informed about various ways to approach people with autism will help in de-escalating situations. It not only puts the individual at ease but helps first responders do what they need to. (Shutterstock.com)

As situations arise where first responders are necessary, it’s important for them to understand how to approach individuals diagnosed with autism. Individuals with autism are unique and cannot be learned about strictly from textbooks. Every person with autism is different … Continue reading →

Posted in Public Safety | Tagged autism

Welcoming emergency responders to the road planning table

The Municipal Posted on June 17, 2018 by Catey TraylorAugust 2, 2023
When planning road alterations, the inclusion of emergency personnel in the process can save a lot of headaches in the future, whether those changes are a roundabout, speed bump, rumble strip or reduction in road size.(Shutterstock.com)

Roundabouts are associated with a long list of benefits to municipalities: increased safety for both pedestrians and motorists at intersections, improved traffic flow, reduced injury crashes and the opportunity for beautification in the heart of cities, to name a few. … Continue reading →

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Needle exchange program launches through fire and EMS department

The Municipal Posted on May 30, 2018 by Barb SieminskiAugust 2, 2023

As the opioid epidemic continues, responding in a positive, life-saving way that lacks judgement toward its victims grows more vital. To address the epidemic, the firefighter paramedics of Havelock, N.C., have launched the first-ever legal syringe exchange program headed by … Continue reading →

Posted in Public Safety | Tagged building & construction, may 2018, public safety

Securing vital data within law enforcement agencies

The Municipal Posted on May 21, 2018 by Andrew MentockAugust 2, 2023
Hackers are zoning in on law enforcement agencies, which are storing more data online than ever before. With ransomware, hackers can hold data hostage unless they are given an oft en sizable sum of money.

The digital age has brought about a number of advancements in law enforcement procedures: from the way information is stored to how departments communicate. But while in many instances technology has improved the capabilities of a police department, in some … Continue reading →

Posted in Law Enforcement, Public Safety

Maybe it’s friendly — Police officers and the paranormal

The Municipal Posted on April 23, 2018 by Elisa WalkerAugust 2, 2023
After the 2017, release of the movie “It,” there was concern that another clown epidemic would follow, but it has yet to happen. Hopefully, the creepy clown sightings will be a thing of the past. (Shutterstock.com)

Police officers already have it tough when handling high stress situations on a regular basis, but what about unexplainable situations they aren’t trained for? Are they really prepared for ghosts whose issues with authority run so deep that they’ll haunt … Continue reading →

Posted in Public Safety | Tagged 2017 "IT"

Helping themselves: Police officers put stress relief techniques and coping mechanisms into practice

The Municipal Posted on April 19, 2018 by The MunicipalAugust 2, 2023
Peer support groups can be a highly effective way of assisting officers and promoting well-being. Fellow officers are able to discuss coping strategies and share similar experiences. Professional counseling can also be recommended, particularly with more advanced issues. (Shutterstock photo)

By DR. DANNY L. MCGUIRE JR. | Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice at National Louis University, Chicago, Ill. In today’s society, with ever-changing technological advancements and social media, law enforcement professionals must be aware of their surroundings and, more importantly, … Continue reading →

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Adapting to the era of alternative fuels

The Municipal Posted on April 16, 2018 by Catey TraylorAugust 2, 2023
As more alternative fuel vehicles are rolled out, firefighters should never assume anything when responding to traffic accidents or car fires. Training is invaluable to address different scenarios involving alternative fuel vehicles. (Shutterstock.com)

As technology rapidly evolves, firefighters are among those who have to stay on top of the ever-changing landscape, and in this day and age, that means becoming very educated on the ins and outs of electric vehicles. As of November … Continue reading →

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Bolstering community safety with gunshot detection systems

The Municipal Posted on April 11, 2018 by Catey TraylorAugust 2, 2023
Goldsboro, N.C., installed ShotSpotter sensors in 2017 and has since seen an increase in positive identifications of suspects with officers also able to locate more spent shell casings thanks to the sensors’ pinpoint locating. (Photo provided)

Nearly eight out of 10 times a gun is fired, the incident is not reported and, therefore, police don’t respond. The implication of this lack of reporting and response is that gun violence becomes more prevalent, residents who reside in … Continue reading →

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Virtual reality becomes more of a reality for firefighters

The Municipal Posted on April 7, 2018 by Denise FedorowAugust 2, 2023
Affordable head-mounted devices are opening up new high-tech training methods through virtual reality for those in the fire service. (Shutterstock.com)

Wearing head-mounted displays like those seen in virtual reality video games, today’s firefighters are not playing; they’re training. Virtual reality 3-D simulators, augmented reality simulators and other digitally enhanced training tools are being developed, and new technology is making these … Continue reading →

Posted in Fire Fighters, Public Safety

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