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3 weeks ago | 
police1.com | Courtney Levin
Anyone who has been in law enforcement for a significant length of time has seen how the evolution of technology changes the way officers do their jobs. The implementation of body cameras, for example, has shaped how officers interact with the public, while something as straightforward as scheduling software can provide more equitable and manageable shift assignments.
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1 month ago | 
police1.com | Courtney Levin
Most tools used in law enforcement are well-known and straightforward in their function – service weapons, handcuffs, patrol cars and even bodyworn cameras all serve clear, specific purposes. There’s little mystery surrounding how or why they’re used. However, some tools are more complex, especially those that officers don’t rely on every day.
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1 month ago | 
corrections1.com | Courtney Levin
The COVID-19 pandemic brought numerous unexpected changes to life as we know it. Many people lost their jobs or transitioned to remote employment, while those in school adjusted to a new way of learning without in-person interactions with peers and teachers. From grocery shopping routines to socializing, most people experienced at least some notable change in 2020.
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1 month ago | 
corrections1.com | Courtney Levin
No two correctional facilities are exactly alike, but no matter how they may differ from one another, there’s a common theme within the corrections space – it’s a dangerous job. Officers are faced with people who are potentially violent, sometimes mentally unwell and often scared, along with a host of other challenging issues.
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2 months ago | 
police1.com | Courtney Levin
In today’s competitive law enforcement hiring environment, agencies across the country are facing a common challenge: how to attract, engage and retain quality candidates. The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) in Washington, D.C. has taken a proactive and innovative approach to this issue with its Prospect Day program – a one-stop, full-service hiring event designed to streamline the application process, reduce candidate drop-off and deliver a positive first impression that lasts.
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2 months ago | 
police1.com | Courtney Levin
Ask any law enforcement detective about the investigative tools they find most useful, and you’ll surely come across many who note the importance of facial recognition technology (FRT). While it was once considered a futuristic concept, FRT has become a valuable asset when working on a wide range of case types. As helpful as FRT can be in this area of police work, it’s still underutilized in another critical aspect – emergency response.
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Mar 8, 2025 | 
police1.com | Courtney Levin
In 1943, psychologist Abraham Maslow published his work on personal motivation, using a pyramid with five categories to depict various human needs. Some are basic, like food and shelter, while others delve deeper into ideas like the desire to be loved. Among Maslow’s hierarchy of needs are two areas that are particularly relevant to those in the workplace – the need for respect from others and the need for self-actualization to propel one to their highest potential.
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Mar 6, 2025 | 
corrections1.com | Courtney Levin
While the early concept of artificial intelligence has roots as far back as 1935, it wasn’t put to practical use consistently until the 2000s. Many of us use AI every day when we unlock our phones via facial recognition, while others use the technology for text analysis and generation in the form of ChatGPT. In the public safety space, AI has been adopted to help with a range of tasks, from assisting with report writing to easing the challenge of personnel scheduling.
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Feb 28, 2025 | 
police1.com | Courtney Levin
Where there’s a will, there’s a way. This adage might be motivational in some instances, but unfortunately, when it comes to smuggling narcotics, perpetrators take it to heart. Using vehicles to conceal and carry drugs across the border between California and Mexico keeps interdiction officers busy, and the methods criminals use are becoming more sophisticated.
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Feb 18, 2025 | 
firerescue1.com | Courtney Levin
Every piece of gear a firefighter dons serves an important purpose. Helmets offer face and neck safety while boots provide protection from heat, water and injury from walking on dangerous terrain. Turnout gear, arguably, is one of the most essential parts of one’s PPE, as it helps protect crews from heat and flame while offering breathability and comfort. But what goes into turnout gear from a manufacturing perspective?
