On-scene commanders make decisions in the high-threat law enforcement context of hostage rescue, armed barricaded suspects, and armed suicidal individuals that can result in successful or catastrophic outcomes. The OpTac International Critical Incident Leadership and Decision-Making Program is based on Dr. Stuart A. Meyers’ research published in the books, High-Threat Decisions: When It’s a Matter of Life and Death and SWAT Operati...

The OpTac International Critical Incident Management Tabletop Exercise Program provides attendees with realistic guidelines and practical exercises to enhance their command of critical incidents and management of emergency response personnel. An emphasis is placed on using tabletop exercises based on real-life events to facilitate a detailed understanding of command post operations, legal and ethical decision-making, critical incident manageme...

On-scene commanders make decisions in the high-threat law enforcement context of hostage rescue, armed barricaded suspects, and armed suicidal individuals that can result in successful or catastrophic outcomes. The OpTac International Critical Incident Leadership and Decision-Making Program is based on Dr. Stuart A. Meyers’ research published in the books, High-Threat Decisions: When It’s a Matter of Life and Death and SWAT Operati...

APHA's 2021 Annual Meeting and Expo will take place Oct. 24-27 and begin with the Opening General Session on Sunday. Activities like business meetings and poster sessions will be virtual and start on Oct. 18. Check out the updated Schedule at a Glance. In-person attendees will participate at the Colorado Convention Center in Denver. Virtual attendees will participate online from anywhere globally (at home, from the office, or even on the beach...

Hypersonic Weapons are accelerating the pace at DoD for the evaluation of potential weapon system concepts and mission sets. As DoD is preparing for $10 billion to enable fielding of Hypersonic Glide Vehicles (HGV) within the next five years, this has created a surge of a rapid R&D for Hypersonic Technologies. Hypersonic Glide Vehicles (HGV) are launched from a rocket before gliding to a target and alternatively, Hypersonic cruise missiles...

The OpTac International, Inc. SWAT and Critical Incident Management Program, hosted by the Lafayette Police Dept., will be held June 25-26, 2020, in Lafayette, Indiana. The program is based on the book, “SWAT Operations and Critical Incidents: Why People Die” written by Stuart A. Meyers, and includes his prize-winning Harvard University research on the complexities of critical incident management. Law enforcement administrators, ex...

Join us for the webinar, State Elder Justice Coalitions: Informing Services and Influencing Public Policy. With increased attention to elder justice, Elder Justice Coalitions are forming throughout the country. While their composition varies, state Elder Justice Coalitions address such issues as public policy, practice, professional training, and public awareness. Members of the National Network of State Elder Justice Coalitions (NNSEJC) Steer...

The OpTac International SWAT and Critical Incident Management Program will be held January 30-31, 2020 in Hagerstown, Maryland. 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, written by Stuart A. Meyers, and includes...

Drinking water quality is a global issue that requires constant research, evaluation, and scrutiny. Water professionals from around the world come to AWWA’s Water Quality Technology Conference & Exposition to benefit from the collective knowledge of industry leaders. Attend this important event to participate in an unparalleled technical program offering attendees opportunities to discover new facets of the water quality field.This y...

MCOLES Certified-Use of 302 Funds approved for Michigan law enforcement agencies. The OpTac International SWAT and Critical Incident Management Program, hosted by the Washtenaw Community College Police Academy, will be held June 27-28, 2019 in Ann Arbor, Michigan. 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 M...