Terrorism
Domestic terror-related attacks require a swift and effective response from law enforcement. Courses under this topic will prepare law enforcement officers to better handle terrorism in their local communities.
| Course Name | Course Description | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Dispatcher Specialized Call Types (Sovereign Citizens, Domestic Terrorism, and Lone Wolf Attacks) | This course aims to equip 911 emergency dispatchers with the knowledge and skills to handle specialized call types involving sovereign citizens, domestic terrorism, and lone wolf attacks. These types of calls fall outside the realm of everyday emergencies and require a higher level of job proficiency, understanding, and information gathering from dispatchers. The threat of these incidents is a reality we cannot ignore. Therefore, it is critical for dispatchers to learn how to effectively recognize, respond to, and manage these specialized types of calls. | 1h |
| Terrorism at Home | Law Enforcement Expert Betsy Brantner Smith discusses what local law enforcement can do to help prevent terrorism at home. | 10m |
| Terrorist Prevention Tip | In this tactical tip, Betsy Brantner Smith discusses how the internet can help you gather intelligence on terrorism and identify potential threats in your community. | 5m |
| Terrorist Threat in the United States | Dave Smith and John Giduck discuss the terrorist threat in the United States. Giduck makes the case that that the escalation and propensity of violence is very real. He reminds us that we are dealing with terrorists who have promised to return and suggests that officers prepare properly by having the right mindset and enough armor and ammunition to win. | 10m |