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Situational awareness practice

Posted 05-30-2012 at 05:56 by RussP
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Another gem from Misty...

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Originally Posted by Misty02

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I believe that is something most of us can always use more work on, in spite working on it continuously, I doubt mine will ever be at a level I find satisfactory. I still get surprised and startled by people that try to sneak up on me in the right settings, my kids and grandkids get one heck of a kick when they manage to do so. Granted, most times it occurs in my comfort zones where I let my guard down because I’m relaxed or otherwise completely engaged with what I’m doing.

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Doesn't this make anyone think and wonder if CCW is even worth it?

Posted 05-02-2012 at 12:50 by RussP

Another from Misty...

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I feel the same way! However, based on comments I’ve heard and read after the Zimmerman case I’ve drawn a few conclusions:

1. Some have not carefully thought about the aftermath and all the possible consequences (emotional, mental, financial)

2. Some have not realized the system is tilted in favor of protecting the rights of the criminal (I’m not implying that Martin was one)

3. Some have not drawn that line and conditioned themselves

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Musings on criminals and guns

Posted 04-30-2012 at 19:11 by RussP

You carry a firearm. Why?

"Well, just in case, that one day, if someone chooses me as their victim, I'll be prepared..."

Preparation includes knowing your enemy, knowing your enemy very well...This is where your lesson begins.

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Felt this was deserving of its own thread - if Russ disagrees, good enough.

First, background for those not familiar with me. Twelve year officer at the largest county jail in my state. Fully sworn, on/off duty

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Witnessing an armed robbery

Posted 04-28-2012 at 21:11 by RussP

What to do during a robbery -

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Originally Posted by 3000fps

Here you go!

What to do during a robbery -

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Coping mechanisms?

Posted 04-23-2012 at 12:00 by RussP
Updated 04-23-2012 at 12:03 by RussP

Good thread for cops dealing with stress - advice from other cops.

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Originally Posted by msu_grad_121

Okay, so had a pretty crappy week at work, and with the way things have been going in here, I guess my usual ability to sluff off the BS has been worn down pretty good. All this culminated in a very close friend of mine and I getting into an argument over a video regarding OIS's produced by a PD in Oregon. In the 17+ minute video, there are several dashcam snippets of OIS's.

My friend, a military combat veteran and

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