Greg Friese, MS, NRP

From the Editorial Director

Greg Friese, MS, NRP, is the Lexipol Editorial Director, leading the efforts of the editorial team on Police1, FireRescue1, Corrections1, EMS1 and Gov1. Greg has a bachelor's degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and a master's degree from the University of Idaho. He is an educator, author, paramedic and runner. Greg is a three-time Jesse H. Neal award winner, the most prestigious award in specialized journalism, and 2018 and 2020 Eddie Award winner for best Column/Blog. Ask questions or submit article ideas to Greg by emailing him at gfriese@lexipol.com and connect with him on LinkedIn.

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Poll call: What should be the minimum age to become a corrections officer?
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Corrections1 readers, as they did in 2021, believe that 21, not 18, is the appropriate minimum age for corrections officers
NTOA: Make better decisions using these key concepts
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They are meant for daily and critical decision-making and apply to officers, supervisors and managers in patrol and special operations
Poll call: What COs said were the biggest challenges for corrections in 2022
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It is not a surprise that COs are most concerned about retention, as they know short staffing is the root of all problems in corrections
NTOA: 14 barricaded suspect response tips from LAPD SWAT
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Consider these tips to update tactical team training and procedures for barricaded suspects and hostage rescue operations in your jurisdiction
5 keys for responding to excited delirium patients
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Incident videos help responders identify the physical and behavioral cues of a severe behavioral emergency that may or may not have a criminal component
A letter to the American public: Know the monster if you must – but know the protectors too
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Corrections officers, our protectors, need your interest, research and compassion just as much as the infamous predators and anonymous inmates they protect us from
Spit isn't just a movie star meme, it's an occupational hazard
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Reminders for public safety personnel on how to respond to a spitter with time, distance and shielding
Axon Roadshow brings conference experience to law enforcement, corrections
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Go hands-on with the latest tech while visiting with officers from neighboring departments
New beginnings: Why anytime resolutions aren’t a joke
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Don’t feel bad if your New Year’s resolutions didn’t last long because the calendar is full of opportunities for a new beginning, a do-over, or a fresh start
‘This is leadership’: What public safety leaders can learn from Ukrainian President Zelenskyy
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The best leaders continually study leadership principles so they can adapt their responses to various situations and crises
Worth every minute: 3 daily stress-relief habits
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I believe that managing micro-stressors will prepare me for when I am confronted with a large, high-stress incident at work or home
What public safety professionals can learn from Olympians
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How to hone tactical athletic prowess, develop specialized skills, embrace teamwork and shine in the spotlight
Cyberattackers are coming for public safety; prepare now
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Organizations and citizens have a “shared responsibility” to defend their data, computer hardware and software systems from ransomware attacks
Could furloughs be coming to your department?
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If leaders and elected officials in your area aren’t already discussing furloughs, layoffs or hiring freezes, they are likely to begin those discussions soon
President Trump, a get-well letter
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Mr. President, may this time be a period of rest, reflection and renewal as you lead the nation during the COVID-19 national emergency
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