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Law Enforcement and Field Training: The Evolution of a Decades-Old Process for Modern Departments

Borne from a bureaucratic personnel issue turned tragedy, the San Jose Police Department’s “Field Training Plans” are arguably the most influential addition to industry training protocol in half a century—and undoubtedly the most widespread. Using their Field Training and Evaluation Program as a starting point, this paper will discuss the practice, its influence, and the positive impact technology can have in its continued evolution

Gerry Roberts2019-05-14T09:04:13-04:00May 14th, 2019|Community & Culture, Compliance Tracking, Law Enforcement, Local & Tribal, Professionalism, Public Safety, Training & Equipment|

The Golden State Killer Arrest—and the DNA Questions it Provokes

The arrest of the alleged Golden State Killer drew mass fanfare—but the methods used to get there have been the subject of substantial criticism. The “DNA profiling” technique at the core of the controversy has a long way to go before widespread adoption, and the courts will likely decide its future.

Envisage Team2019-05-09T08:15:36-04:00May 6th, 2019|Law Enforcement, Local & Tribal, Public Safety|

For Corrections Agencies, Facilities, Stopping PR Crises Isn’t an Option—Prevention Is

Consider for a moment the idea of public relations and the positive impact it can have across the spectrum of agencies serving the public safety and criminal justice fields. A key point of focus in any private enterprise’s strategy and perennial billion-dollar expense for the federal government, the oft-misunderstood […]

Envisage Team2019-04-30T08:29:04-04:00April 23rd, 2019|Corrections, General, Professions|

How Cloud, Smart Devices, and Other Innovations Are Changing First Response

As a combined industry, agencies providing emergency response services have enjoyed a long, fruitful history of technological innovation. Today, four contemporary advancements underscore just how much these organizations stand to benefit when tools are adapted to their specific needs and challenges.

Envisage Team2019-04-10T10:58:15-04:00April 10th, 2019|Public Safety, Training & Equipment|

PREA & Transgender Inmates

The Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) established national standards for prisons, jails, community confinement facilities, and lockups to prevent, detect, and respond to sexual abuse and sexual harassment. A significant focus was placed on transgender and intersex individuals, requiring the development of policies, procedures, practices, and training to meet those standards. Listen in to hear how corrections professionals manage transgender populations in correctional environments. Learn how the Pennsylvania Department of Corrections addressed these challenges by joining us for a free webinar, Transgender Populations In Corrections, presented by David Radziewicz, PREA Coordinator for PA DOC.

Envisage Team2019-07-26T13:32:02-04:00April 5th, 2019|Community & Culture, Corrections|

Kentucky Fire Commission Selects Acadis Readiness Suite

Bloomington-based Envisage Technologies, the leading provider of public safety training and compliance solutions, announced today that the Kentucky Fire Commission has awarded Envisage a contract for the Acadis® Readiness Suite.

Gerry Roberts2019-06-07T13:52:23-04:00April 3rd, 2019|Fire & Rescue, Press Releases, Public Safety, Readiness, State|

Corrections, Recidivism, and Criminal Justice Reform: Promising First Steps for All

The recently passed bipartisan First Step Act is expected to reduce recidivism and redefine sentencing laws. For a corrections industry at the center of the recidivism cycle, the next few months should be informative—and possibly industry-shaping.

Envisage Team2019-03-26T14:08:14-04:00March 26th, 2019|Community & Culture, Corrections, Federal|

Explaining Software Purchases: Your Guide to Planning for, Explaining Tech Upgrades

Making good software purchases requires more than technical knowledge—persuasion skills and a deep knowledge of your agency’s inner workings are critical, too. Whether tasked with explaining an existing purchase or asking for permission to cut the check, here are tips you need to ensure your purchase looks like the good idea you know it is.

Envisage Team2019-03-14T13:44:39-04:00March 13th, 2019|Consolidated Efficiency, Product News, Training & Equipment|

For Responders, Vehicle Technology Provides a Vital Link in the Field

In a field known for its iconic technology, the vehicles first responders drive are arguably the most visible—and high-tech—tools of all. A slate of innovation has kept autos across branches highly capable, helping organizations with appropriate budget bandwidth achieve better support for their most important tasks.

Envisage Team2019-03-14T13:43:02-04:00February 27th, 2019|Community & Culture, Training & Equipment|

Law Enforcement Militarization is Complex, Polarizing—and Useful, in the Right Circumstances

The ongoing militarization of local and state law enforcement is a highly contentious topic—and one that cuts to the core of American opinion on law enforcement. Amidst a shifting cultural and political landscape, adopting a measured approach to militarization may help agencies attain both their goals and public support.

Envisage Team2019-02-13T10:50:15-04:00February 12th, 2019|Community & Culture, Training & Equipment|

How Do Responder Agencies Handle Workplace Trauma in Frontline Agents?

Law Enforcement, Training, and the Value of a Proactive Approach Toward Bias