Archive for July 2024
Situational Awareness Series: The Cooper Color Code for Awareness
Article Summary The Cooper Color Code is a simple mindset scale that describes your level of awareness and readiness, from unaware to ready to act. This guide walks through all five conditions, explains why Condition Yellow is the level to live in, and shows how the code works in a real everyday moment. You will…
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 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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