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Once you have your equipment in place, are you doing certain
things like researching the spot where you are going? Have you
reached out to the local police or used Google Maps to scout the
facility or destination that you are going to? Once you arrive and
your family is seated, tell them that you will be right back and go
check any exits for yourself if necessary, or find a safe area where
you can meet in case of an emergency.
Obviously, we need to get home not only after work but also
after any type of outing. Just keep in mind that if we are out in
society alone – let’s say working out or training – we still need to
pay attention to the general area. Do you have headphones on
loud? Are you keeping your eyes focused in all areas while training? I know these are just general questions, but we never want to
let others in our area without seeing or noticing them.
You may think I am nuts, but the next time you see me, ask
about the life I saved in Disney World, or the assault I prevented
locally while I was training.
Stay Dangerous! d
Bill Fearon is a 20-year New Jersey State Trooper and Lead Instructor at the Woodland Park Range. He has trained thousands of
Police Officers from Local, County, State and Federal Departments,
as well as thousands of military personnel and civilians. Contact
Bill at 973-464-7796 or [email protected].
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