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Class review: RDS train-the-trainer. June 19, 2023 | [View as webpage]( | Too many emails? [Update Subscription Preferences]( Dear Police1 Member, In this special edition of the Police1 member newsletter, we focus on the importance of maintaining and honing your firearms skills. As you know, proficiency with firearms is not just about hitting a target; it's a vital part of ensuring safety – for yourself, your fellow officers and the community you serve. This ability does not come without regular, mindful practice. The unpredictable nature of law enforcement calls for quick thinking and action. Regular firearms training enhances your ability to neutralize threats effectively and safely. In addition, we review some of the latest firearms to hit the market and provide some buying resources for firearms training, optics and more. Stay safe, — The Police1 Team FIREARMS TRAINING [Lessons learned while building the ultimate RDS train-the-trainer class]( By Ron LaPedis Rangemaster Sgt. David Weidner and his staff run bi-monthly, two-day train-the-trainer classes for other agencies [Video: Firearms training drill breaks down high-stakes hostage situation]( By Todd Fletcher "The officer that took that shot, under that kind of stress, that guy saved lives. That's a guy I'd like to shake his hand." [When it comes to firearms training, it’s all about the skills, not the drills]( By Leon Reha If you're practicing the stages of a test repeatedly you are not effectively training for anything at all [Why focused training on one-handed shooting drills is crucial to officer survival]( By Todd Fletcher Don't make a bad day worse by failing to practice the shooting skills that could help you prevail [ ] [ ] [ ] [BOSS4 – Managed Service ALPR Solution]( [ ] Intuitive searching and analytics, including powerful map-based, multi-location, searching capability. Our MANTIS 4-D Vehicle Recognition solution provides rich data mining capabilities to find the vehicles you are looking for. [Discover your options]( [ ] [ ] FIREARMS REVIEWS [Field testing Springfield Armory's DS1911 Prodigy pistols]( By Andrew L. Butts These pistols use the traditional slide and barrel configuration of the tried-and-true 1911 and combine them with a double-column magazine [Why Smith & Wesson’s Equalizer is not only for 1911 enthusiasts]( By Kevin McPherson I'm thoroughly impressed with how this gun handles, the features it has and the value it offers [Beretta APX A1: Reporting for duty]( By Todd Fletcher I would trust my life to this handgun, and I can think of no higher endorsement [How this LAPD officer achieved a perfect score]( By Laura Neitzel Motivation, practice and an accurate weapon are key [ ] [ ] [ ] [How one agency eased the burden of vehicle crash reporting]( [ ] Longmont PD adopted these tech tools to create new efficiencies and clear crashes faster [Read more]( [ ] [ ] HOW TO BUY GUIDES [How to buy firearm optics]( By Police1 Staff For the uninitiated, the variety of available firearms optics can be confusing; this guide can help [How to buy firearms]( By Police1 Staff Download this buying guide to learn key steps for product selection, purchasing and implementation [How to buy firearms training equipment]( By Police1 Staff Whether you're leading a purchase for the first time or looking to upgrade your PD's equipment, this is a starting point for your purchasing process [How to buy firearms storage]( By Police1 Staff Secure weapons storage has never been as important as it is today; here's what to consider in the acquisition of storage solutions to secure firearms [Police1]( does not send unsolicited messages. You are receiving this email because you are a Police1 member and subscribed to this newsletter. If you do not want to receive this newsletter, you can [opt-out here](. If you no longer wish to receive any email messages from Police1, [click here to unsubscribe]( from all mailings. Copyright © 2023 Lexipol. 2611 Internet Blvd., Ste. 100, Frisco, TX 75034.