-Whenever possible interview subjects on an angle.
-Avoid standing directly in front or behind any subject.
-Distance is your friend.
-When in close, keep your hands up ready for anything!
-Approach a vehicle from the passenger side whenever possible.
-Do not illuminate yourself with your vehicle spotlight.
-Use your flashlight tactically.
-Dominate with the light!
-Shine the light in subject’s eyes initially.
-Watch the hands!
-The hands are what will kill you.
-Watch the hands.
-Always check traffic.
-Bumpers kill just like bullets.
-What is your mindset?
-Are you a warrior?
-Avoid a white T-shirt with a dark uniform. (Triangle of Death)
-Know your equipment.
-Be able to use it without looking down.
-When going to a call, ask yourself “what if”.
-“Be a Sheepdog”… LTC Dave Grossman.
-Drive safe.
-Judge your calls.
- Set the vehicle up prior to patrol.
-Practice, Practice, Practice
-Practice as you play.
-Blade your body.
-Move around; keep the subject on the defensive.
-Control the situation.
-Command presence.
-Where are the subject’s hands?
-Provide clear communications.
-Are you ready for the fight?
-Be ready to act.
-My actions will be judged.
-How am I acting?
-Do the bad guys practice more than me?
-Most shootings occur in close.
-Watch the hands!
-Is there a bulge?
-Are the subject’s hands in his pockets?
-Why does the subject keep going to his waistband?
-Watch the hands!