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home >> blog articles > the benefits of language translation devices for police officers     By: Brian Humenuk   MS|CJA   COPJOT Published on July 25, 2024 ⏱️  3 minute read     In today’s increasingly diverse society, law enforcement officers frequently encounter individuals who speak various languages. Effective communication is can be critical for ensuring officer safety, resolving conflicts, gathering evidence and building trust within communities. The HASLED Instant Language Translation Device that works with or without WIFI is a great addition to an officer’s patrol duty bag and can be an invaluable tool. RELATED: Be sure to read my article where I breakdown the best duty...

home >> blog articles > mastering resiliency: long-lasting strategies for police officers     By: Brian Humenuk   MS|CJA   COPJOT Published on July 23, 2024 ⏱️  2.5 minute read       In the challenging and often unpredictable world that law enforcement officers operate in, resilience is not just a useful trait—it's a necessity. You won’t find resilience on any list of qualifications needed to be a police officer. Resilience is also absent any conversations that may take place in oral board interviews. However, resilience starts to poke its head out about halfway through the police academy letting recruits know that there’s something a bit...

home >> blog articles > 11 best watches for cops [ultimate police guide]     By: Brian Humenuk   MS|CJA   COPJOT Published on July 7, 2024 ⏱️  4.5 minute read       An interesting fact about law enforcement is being able to tell time is a constant and ongoing task. Police Officers, Deputy Sheriffs, State Troopers, and other LEO’s check the time up to 50 times a shift. That’s a lot! and… Take away a Cop's watch and they will feel as lost as a rookie police officer learning their new sector in a large city. Having a reliable and functional watch is not only...

home >> blog articles > 7 types of law enforcement technology agencies shouldn't be without     By: Brian Humenuk   MS|CJA   COPJOT Published on June 27, 2024 ⏱️ 3 minute read     In today’s digital age, law enforcement agencies are constantly seeking innovative solutions to enhance their capabilities and effectiveness. From crime prevention and surveillance to maximizing officer scheduling and improving response times, integrating cutting-edge technology is critical for running an efficient department. Coming from a guy that once drove a patrol car with cigarette ash at the bottom of the front mounted patrol shotgun, technology wasn’t always front and center. In fact, it...

home >> blog articles > strategic color choices in swat team uniforms [explained]     By: Brian Humenuk   MS|CJA   COPJOT Published on July 18, 2024 ⏱️  2.5 minute read     SWAT (Special Weapons and Tactics) teams play a critical role in law enforcement, tasked with handling high-risk operations such as hostage rescues, counter-terrorism, and apprehending heavily armed suspects and wanted persons. Given the nature of their duties, the choice of uniform colors is more than a matter of appearance; it is a strategic decision that impacts effectiveness, safety, and psychological influence. In this article I am going to deep dive into the rationale...