The Department of Justice defines human trafficking as “a crime that involves exploiting a person for labor, services, or commercial sex” and is commonly referred to as “modern slavery”. Many think of human trafficking as transnational, when these heinous crimes are more often being committed right here in the United States. These horrendous acts continue […]
A corrections officer is a first responder occupation in every sense of the words. It’s a job that is characterized by the stigma of low status, high stress, and burnout. With high rates of chronic job-related stress, it’s easy to see how corrections officers can feel as trapped as the prisoners they guard. However, when[…..]
Firefighting has always been an occupation fit only for the brave. In the firefighting community in America today, we face unprecedented new challenges. There is no escaping the reality that the fire situation is getting worse, particularly for firefighters on the ground. Firefighters are increasingly being asked to cover more areas of expertise in more[…..]
“Compassion fatigue” is a term that may be unfamiliar to some, but is rapidly becoming a recognized issue in our society. One day, fire culture may see compassion fatigue listed and treated as a mental hazard along with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. Indeed, the two are often parallel . But what is compassion fatigue? […..]
Policing has come under great scrutiny due to many unfortunate events and encounters. It’s become a hot topic in politics, and public confidence in police officers has significantly declined. So how can police departments strengthen public trust and ensure that their officers reflect an agency with ethical core values? Let’s consider changing the way new[…..]
Technology is constantly evolving, and that means what worked a few years ago may not be the best option now. How is your department handling technology advancements? Is the department still relying on old technology without a solid plan for upgrading? Take a look at these five steps to technology planning. Step 1: Assess Your[…..]
MdE, Inc. is proud to be participating in the 2021 International Law Enforcement Educators and Trainers Association (ILEETA) Conference. Come visit us at booth #239 Tuesday, March 23, and Wednesday, March 24. Find out how MdE can help your department track training, assets, performance evaluations, and more! What is the ILEETA Conference? ILEETA is an[…..]
Health, wellness, and fitness are important for everyone, and especially for first responders. Your job as a first responder is demanding and can take a toll on your overall health, so your health is a priority. Take a look at some of the ways wellness and fitness programs can benefit you: Manage Stress Police officers,[…..]
Your organization cannot be successful without having proper documentation and effective documentation procedures. They play an important role for the organization’s employees and its clients. But what is it about documentation that makes it so crucial for organizations? Keep reading to find out. Record Keeping “If it’s not documented, it did not happen”. Documentation provides[…..]
Law enforcement is an enjoyable and rewarding career. However, with high tensions and increased scrutiny surrounding the work of law enforcement, now is the time to think about how your department will do its part in attracting the next generation of honorable law enforcement officers. Millennials and Gen Zers now make up nearly 50 percent[…..]
