by UTM Admin | May 26, 2015 | Blog
History has proven that in today’s high risk environment with regards to an active threat, it is critical for a responder to communicate and when feasible, train with other agencies, fire departments, emergency medical service personnel and school staff. The responder...
by UTM Admin | Apr 23, 2015 | Blog
Too often, active threat incidents involve traumatic wounds to victims, including other first-responders. The responder should be able to manage initial care of traumatic wounds sustained by himself or herself or a victim. This should be attempted ONLY when tactically...
by UTM Admin | Apr 23, 2015 | Blog
Concepts and principles of tactics are another critical component of success when responding to an active threat. The responder must be trained to safely and effectively “move to threat” while working as a single operator or as part of a team to mitigate the threat....
by UTM Admin | Apr 23, 2015 | Blog
Any responder who carries a weapon, whether exposed or concealed, must always remain aware of the risk having the security of that weapon system compromised. As such, weapon retention and protection is a critical component of any training plan for responders. Basic...
by UTM Admin | Apr 23, 2015 | Blog
An essential skill to successfully mitigate an active threat is weapons proficiency under stress. Many people can shoot stationary paper targets on a static range, however there are more relevant firearms skills and tactics that must be the focus of training when...
by UTM Admin | Jan 6, 2015 | Blog
History has shown us that many active threat incidents are premeditated and involve significant planning. In some instances, part of the suspects attack plan includes bombs, explosives, and booby traps. Responders should be provided with a basic working knowledge of...
