The OpTac International Tactical Team Policy and Organization Program will be held July 18-20, 2016 in Hagerstown, Maryland.This program provides commanders, administrators, team leaders, and tactical team personnel with contemporary guidelines for the development of tactical team policy and procedures along with strategies for optimal team organization. Critical elements of SWAT policy and procedures to be presented emphasize: organization, s...

The OpTac International Tactical Command Program will be held July 18-20, 2016 in Hagerstown, Maryland. This program provides attendees with realistic guidelines and practical exercises to prepare for and enhance their command of Special Weapons and Tactics teams. Classroom presentations and tabletop exercises provide a detailed understanding of raid planning and execution, command post operations, legal and ethical decision-making, critical i...

The OpTac International SWAT and Critical Incident Management Program, hosted by the Cuyahoga Falls Police Dept., will be held June 23-24, 2016 in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio. An effective law enforcement response to critical incidents involving armed suspects can determine whether someone lives or dies. The OpTac International SWAT and Critical Incident Management Program is based on the book, SWAT Operations and Critical Incidents: Why People Die,...

The OpTac International Tactical Command Program, hosted by the Cuyahoga Falls Police Dept., will be held June 20-22, 2016, in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio. This program provides attendees with realistic guidelines and practical exercises to prepare for and enhance their command of Special Weapons and Tactics teams. Classroom presentations and tabletop exercises provide a detailed understanding of raid planning and execution, command post operations,...

History in both Iraq & Afghanistan has shown us that vast amounts of key information can be missed or overlooked because we had not trained well enough for operating in today’s current environment. We have to adapt and change our mindset to be successful at Site exploitation. OVERVIEWThis three day course will give training on how to exploit a scene in a CIED environment using systematic procedures so that you can gather evidence and...

History in both Iraq & Afghanistan has shown us that vast amounts of key information can be missed or overlooked because we had not trained well enough for operating in today’s current environment. We have to adapt and change our mindset to be successful at Site exploitation. OVERVIEWThis three day course will give training on how to exploit a scene in a CIED environment using systematic procedures so that you can gather evidence and...

COURSE DESCRIPTION (2 days): The OpTac International High-Risk Warrant Service Program will be held May 19-20, 2016 in West Bloomfield, Michigan. MCOLES Certified-Use of 302 Funds Approved for Michigan Law Enforcement Agencies This program prepares SWAT, narcotics, and undercover officers both physically and mentally for situations they would likely encounter during the service of high-risk search and arrest warrants. An emphasis is placed on...

The OpTac International Advanced Tactical Command Program will be held May 16-18, 2016 in West Bloomfield, Michigan. MCOLES Certified-Use of 302 Funds Approved for Michigan Law Enforcement Agencies This advanced program enhances operational planning and execution for executive officers, SWAT commanders, and team leaders responsible for the management of high-risk tactical operations. Interactive classes and tabletop exercises include: establis...

METSEC 2016 will provide an opportunity for subject matter experts and operators from the field to gather and exchange views on the latest trends, projects and initiatives to counter the threat of terrorism and the use of IEDs at home and in conflict areas. A special focus will be placed on first responders and the evolution of the IED threats, CBRNe incidents/responses and the Biometrics strategy to protect borders (Land, Air, and Sea) and th...

NOTE: Non-IALEIA/LEIU members who are not employed by a law enforcement agency/military/national security will need IALEIA/LEIU Board approval. Speakers: Internationally recognized speakers and those who are leaders in the intelligence community will be on hand to provide up-to-date information. Private security personnel are invited to attend non-law enforcement sensitive training at the non-member rate. Speakers and workshops will involve tr...