Starting this week, Adobe stopped supporting use of the “Flash Player” on all web browsers. Unfortunately, many of our older classes (three years or more) were built using that technology. We have been working for more than two years to upgrade those older classes that we knew were still used on a regular basis. If you encounter a class that is needing an upgrade, please send us an email (info@jpmaweb.com/subject=Flash Class) and we will put it on our prioritized update list. In the meantime, we do have the capability of publishing a text/graphic version so that you can still access the content.
JPMA News & Updates
LEO Roll Call: Week of 1/18/2021 (Police-Mental Health Collaborations)
Up to 10% of law enforcement calls for service involve someone with a severe mental illness. This Police-Mental Health Collaboration (PMHC) Toolkit provides resources for law enforcement agencies to partner with service providers, advocates, and individuals with mental illness or intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). The goal of these partnerships is to ensure the safety of all, to respond effectively, and to improve access to services and supports for people with mental illness and I/DD. For more information and resources visit: Learning | Bureau of Justice Assistance (ojp.gov)
(Courtesy of bja.ojp.gov)
LEO Roll Call: Week of 1/11/2021 (Expanding Field Test Capabilities)
The drive for more immediate results from evidence has created the demand for more field tests to be deployed within law enforcement agencies. The article, Caution is Necessary When Expanding Field Testing Capabilities, from the National Institute of Justice, discusses field testing issues, establishing protocols for field testing, and the critical need for forensic scientists and law enforcement to understand and support each other’s goals.
(Courtesy of nij.ojp.gov)
LEO Roll Call: Week of 1/4/2021 (Officer Family Support)
There is an essential focus on our officers’ physical, mental, and emotional well-being; however, their families and spouses should also be a priority for wellness. The blog, Maintaining a Presence in the Lives of Families and Spouses, from the International Association of Chiefs of Police discusses why agencies should consider developing peer support groups and make them and other support activities accessible to families.
(Courtesy of theiacp.org)
LEO Roll Call: Week of 12/28/2020 (Body Armor Selection, Care, and Maintenance)
Firearms continue to be one of the most dangerous threats faced by law enforcement officers in the United States. Body armor is critical safety equipment that law enforcement and corrections officers need for personal protection. The National Institute of Justice urges proper attention to those factors that affect the wearability of armor to encourage routine, full-time use by all on-duty officers.
Body Armor Selection, Care, and Maintenance
(Courtesy of ncjrs.gov)
Happy Holidays from JPMA!
Our staff dog wants to wish everyone a very happy and healthy holiday season!
LEO Roll Call: Week of 12/21/2020 (Autonomous Road Vehicles and Law Enforcement)
Law enforcement agencies need to prepare for autonomous vehicles to become commonplace on public roadways and embrace the technology to better serve their communities. In the article Implications of Self Driving Vehicles, the International Association of Chiefs of Police discusses the technology, positive impacts, implications for law enforcement, and recommendations to prepare your department.
(Courtesy of theiacp.org)
LEO Roll Call: Week of 12/14/2020 (Fighting Digital Abuse)
Next-generation cybercrimes can inflict profound and lasting harm on victims and represent a new world of challenges for law enforcement. The National Institute of Justice’s Priority Criminal Justice Needs Initiative has identified the top needs for fighting technology-facilitated abuse. A link to the NIJ article discussing law enforcement’s role in combatting this growing social problem is included here.
Ranking Needs for Fighting Digital Abuse
(Courtesy of nij.ojp.gov)
Recent Voicemail Issues
In recent days we have had an issue with our voicemail not being delivered to our remote workers. We do apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused and we hope we have now corrected the problem. Please let us know if you are still waiting on a response. And again, we apologize for the break in service.
LEO Roll Call: Week of 12/7/2020 (December – National Impaired Driving Prevention Month)
The Holiday Season is known for being merry and bright, but it’s also known for being the deadliest season when it comes to impaired driving. Every holiday season, lives are lost due to drunk drivers. Drug impaired driving is also a problem on America’s highways and enforcement matters. With the support of law enforcement nationwide, the message of sober driving will reach millions of drivers and help save lives. The Products for Enforcement Action Kit (PEAK) is provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration; it is customizable to fit your local needs.
Holiday Season PEAK Enforcement
Winter Holiday Social Media Playbook
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