Lexipol
Lexipol is America’s leading provider of defensible policies and training for public safety organizations, delivering our services through a unique, web-based development system. Lexipol offers state-specific policy manuals, regular policy updates and daily scenario based training against policy.
Taking regular, scheduled vacations is an essential part of maintaining your well-being
Don’t underestimate the value of your experience; share it with others, especially with those who are just starting out
As you develop healthy habits that provide you with time to decompress, you will have more energy at work and at home
The public’s First Amendment right to film is strongest when it comes to filming governmental employees engaged in their public duties in public places
Catastrophizing can actually cause more catastrophic results to you physically and mentally than the actual catastrophe you imagined
Focusing on observed behavior will help protect both the individuals needing assistance and the officers responding to the situation
According to a recent report, 80% of millennial workers say they consider work-life balance when deciding whether to take a job
The uncertainty of complex problems requires flexibility when crafting responses
As “tactical athletes,” responders should focus on whole-body fitness to enhance their job performance
What you do every day for your community is important; how you classify information and report your activities is also important
Risk management expert and Lexipol co-founder Gordon Graham offers action steps for after a theft has occurred and how to prevent one in the future
When developing a peer support program, public safety agencies must consider the program from all angles and answer key questions
First responders are not immune from the opioid crisis; here’s what to know
Don’t feel you always have to catch the “test ball” and take things personally
You are responsible for your level of health and fitness; it’s time to stop letting excuses stand in your way
Gordon Graham recommends responders be vigilant and on the lookout for kids left in hot vehicles during warmer months
I always tell new leaders that it’s almost impossible to know your people until you know yourself
Your agency should have a policy covering communication with Deaf and hard-of-hearing people; are you familiar with it?
You can protect others, but what about yourself? Make sure you’re personally ready in the event of an emergency so you can assist others in their time of need
Bad behaviors associated with cliques may include the use of intimidation tactics, promotion of racist or sexist ideologies, or subverting the chain of command
A simple policy shop for police has grown into a comprehensive suite of operational and wellness solutions for first responders
Sometimes people will only judge you or your agency by the quality of your report, so take the time to do it right, and check your work!
Whether using social media as an individual or as an agency, it’s important to consider the impact your words can have on you and the organization
The new ARPA Flex program allows local units of government to spend up to $10 million on newly eligible grant expenditures
The concept of wellness encompasses the whole body, and leaders play a role in supporting the physical, mental and emotional needs of first responders
“Right here, right now, we are trying to be proactive so everyone can get a living wage”
Firefighters and paramedics often take images on calls. How long should such images be retained, and why?
“If we don’t do something soon with our Medi-Cal rates, then our EMS system is going to implode”
Leaders make decisions that affect individual employees and the organization as a whole. Who do you look to as a leader?
Our cohosts tackle the difficult topic of trauma and healthy ways emergency responders can cope with the sometimes overwhelming feelings
Learn how to confront trauma that occurs after a difficult call and how to end the stigma surrounding getting help
Personnel feel unrecognized, many do not trust agency leaders and few are willing to recommend their career to others. How can we fix this?
In addition to the seasonal precipitation hazards, many don’t prep their vehicles for cold weather, which can lead to more problems as winter settles in
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