Officer Safety
Officer Safety is a critical concern within correctional facilities, focusing on protecting staff from physical harm and ensuring a secure working environment. This directory provides articles and resources on best practices, training, and equipment that enhance the safety of correctional officers. Understanding the importance of officer safety helps develop strategies to mitigate risks and respond effectively to threats. For further insights, explore our section on Defensive Tactics.
Marion County Deputy John Durm was returning the murder suspect to jail when the inmate attacked Durm
The teen attacked two COs, punching one man repeatedly and strangling a woman, police said
The man serving a life sentence for a double murder admitted to an attack on COs that left one with a traumatic brain injury and broken ribs
Terrance B. Davis, 52, struck the officer in the head with a claw hammer several times
South Carolina authorities say an officer in charge of keeping out contraband was nearly killed at his home — in an attack planned with a smuggled phone
Fatigue and lack of training have always been impediments to effective law enforcement — let’s not overlook the basics just because budgets are tight
Officals said that no one has been hospitalized
A study by the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund has released preliminary data
There are three aspects of strength and preperation necessary for dealing with any emergency
How to avoid heat exhaustion and stay comfortable during summer heat in corrections
The officer was attacked while moving inmates from dining hall to living quarters
The suspect, a convicted felon with 21 previous arrests, is currently under guard at a medical center
All the homicides have taken place since Dontae Morris was released from prison in April
The suspects were eventually shot and killed in a Wal-Mart parking lot
Looking at new ways to define success and find strength in corrections
A corrections officer was shot to death while leaving his home on the way to work
Drug gang hitmen abducted him as he was driving to work
Only 1 of 7 scanners is operational, putting deputies at serious risk
David Vega wounded 3 police officers and killed 2 other people less than 2 hours after release
Suspect: Texas officer was killed after’mistreatment’
Not cleaning your training or duty gear can lead to dangerous diseases and infections
Two inmates heard the commotion and proceeded to help the officer
Suspected ringleaders charged with injuring deputies
The wrong way to get time off for the holidays
At least a dozen other states restrict inmate access to Fredom of Information Act laws
Lovie Annette Dodson Abdelaal and her husband have been charged in the plot