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System Assessment and Validation for Emergency Responders (SAVER)

The US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Science and Technology Directorate (S&T) National Urban Security Technology Laboratory (NUSTL) manages the SAVER Program to assist emergency responders in making procurement decisions. Since its inception in 2004, the SAVER Program has produced more than 1,100 publications. These publications – which include focus group, market survey and assessment reports, as well as tech notes, application notes, handbooks, guides, and other documents – are described in detail on the SAVER Document Descriptions page. They provide valuable information…

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Elements of an Effective Active Shooter Course

The COPS Office recently released the “Elements of an Effective Active Shooter Course Fact Sheet.” This fact sheet is designed to help law enforcement leaders and trainers determine whether an active shooter training fits their needs. Law enforcement leaders and training personnel should review these topics and activities and determine whether their current active shooter training successfully incorporates these features.To download a copy of the fact sheet, visit https://tinyurl.com/5fyj8mh3