Archive for July 2024
Situational Awareness Series: The Cooper Color Code for Awareness
Staying aware of your surroundings is vital for personal safety. The Cooper Color Code, created by Jeff Cooper, provides a simple way to gauge and improve your situational awareness. This system uses colors to describe different levels of alertness and readiness. Let’s take a look at the code and how you can apply the Cooper…
Read MoreThe Combat Triad: Speed, Power and Accuracy
I’ve been around combat shooting for a really long time. Back in the early 1980’s the revolver was king, speed loaders were becoming the new normal and bowling pin shooting was considered innovative training. My first qualification was done with a Smith & Wesson Model 65. And that’s when I learned about the Combat Triad.…
Read MoreOur Newest Partner: Optics Force
Here at Protector’s Perspective, we get offers from a lot of companies to become a marketing affiliate. Some companies are a great fit for us, and we happily accept. Others are fine companies, but just really don’t fit our niche. We’re excited to announce an affiliate partnership with our new friends at Optics Force. Let’s…
Read MoreDe-Escalation Training for Church Safety Teams
Quick Overview This article discusses the importance of de-escalation training for church safety teams. It explains how de-escalation can prevent conflicts from escalating into violence, highlights the benefits of training team members to recognize and respond to threats calmly, and emphasizes that de-escalation should be a core skill in any church safety plan. It’s Foundational…
Read MoreThe Benefits of a CPTED Assessment for Homeowners and Business Owners
Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) is a strategic approach that uses urban and environmental design to reduce crime. This method focuses on making changes to physical environments to deter criminal behavior. Both homeowners and business owners can significantly benefit from a professional CPTED assessment. This article explores the reasons why investing in such an…
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