Finding Genius Podcast Optimizing Police Training: Insights From A Law Enforcement Veteran
Dec 15, 2024
In this discussion, Chris LeBlanc, a law enforcement veteran with 28 years of experience, shares his expertise as a full-time trainer. He highlights the critical skills often missing in police training and the need for enhanced preparedness in high-stress situations. Chris delves into the evolving landscape of policing, addressing modern challenges and frustrations officers face today. He advocates for rigorous, scenario-based training and emphasizes the significance of mental health awareness in law enforcement, ultimately aiming for safer and more effective policing.
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Insufficient Training
- Police training is too short, especially in high-stress areas.
- More ongoing and sustainment training is needed throughout an officer's career.
Stressful Situations & Solutions
- Most stressful situations for police include armed individuals, fights, and active shooter events.
- Better training could reduce excessive force incidents where an arrest turns deadly.
Day Shift Violence
- Chris LeBlanc worked day shift, often seen as slower, yet experienced his most violent calls then.
- Shift busyness varies by community, agency size, and staffing levels, not just time of day.