Videos tagged with Officer Performance

This video from Active Self Protection, featuring commentary by Mike Williker, demonstrates a real-life malfunction clearance. It emphasizes the 'tap' method for clearing a failure to go into battery and crucially highlights the importance of 'reassessment' after the malfunction is cleared, rather than automatically performing a 'rack and bang.' The officer's disciplined approach to threat assessment post-malfunction is commended as exemplary.

This video discusses critical issues in police firearms and Taser training, highlighting the disconnect between training environments and real-world stress. Instructor Mike emphasizes that departments often fail officers due to substandard training that doesn't adequately simulate high-stress scenarios. The discussion touches on the financial implications for departments when prioritizing cost-effectiveness over comprehensive training, leading to potential settlements for incidents.

This analysis from Active Self Protection breaks down a critical incident where a 12 Gauge shotgun loaded with Federal Premium 00 Buckshot was used to neutralize a rifle-wielding suspect at 40 yards. Experts highlight the effectiveness of the Flight Control Wad for tight patterning at distance and praise the officer's tactical decision-making and firearm handling, emphasizing the shotgun's immediate stopping power in a high-stress scenario.