Personal preparedness for code officers Frank Cassidy Department of Neighborhood Services Director FACE Trainer

PERSONAL PREPAREDNESS FOR CODE OFFICERS OBJECTIVES: To provide a basic understanding and appreciation for what an individual must do to ensure their own safety; Provide techniques to enable the successful outcome of an emergency situation; Provide confidence to ensure appropriate responses to unexpected events; To enhance awareness and hone a keen eye for detail in observation; and To increase awareness in a growing threat to government employees in today’s world. PERSONAL PREPAREDNESS FOR CODE OFFICERS

PERSONAL PREPAREDNESS FOR CODE OFFICERS OBJECTIVES: Assist YOU become the safest person YOU can become! PERSONAL PREPAREDNESS FOR CODE OFFICERS

PERSONAL PREPAREDNESS FOR CODE OFFICERS HOW PREPARED ARE YOU? TAKE AN HONEST ASSESSMENT OF YOURSELF WHAT “SCARES” YOU? WHAT MEASURES ARE YOU USING? WHAT TYPE OF EVENTS ARE YOU PLANNING FOR? WHAT ARE YOU DOING TO ENSURE YOUR PERSONAL READINESS? PERSONAL PREPAREDNESS FOR CODE OFFICERS

PERSONAL PREPAREDNESS FOR CODE OFFICERS HOW PREPARED ARE YOU? EMOTIONS VS. RATIONAL RESPONSE FEAR VS. EFFECTIVE COUNTER MEASURES FIGHT OR FLIGHT PERSONAL PREPAREDNESS FOR CODE OFFICERS

PERSONAL PREPAREDNESS FOR CODE OFFICERS HOW PREPARED ARE YOU? THE STAGES OF AN EVENT PLANNING/PREPARATION EXECUTING RECOVERY PERSONAL PREPAREDNESS FOR CODE OFFICERS

PERSONAL PREPAREDNESS FOR CODE OFFICERS HOW PREPARED ARE YOU? WHAT YOUR BODY IS GOING THROUGH- THE RUSH!: Heart rate and blood pressure increase Pupils dilate to take in as much light as possible Veins in skin constrict to send more blood to major muscle groups blood-glucose level increases Muscles tense up, energized by adrenaline and glucose Breathing rate increases oxygen into the Nonessential systems shut down to allow more energy for emergency functions Trouble focusing on small tasks PERSONAL PREPAREDNESS FOR CODE OFFICERS

PERSONAL PREPAREDNESS FOR CODE OFFICERS HOW PREPARED ARE YOU? WHAT YOUR BODY IS GOING THROUGH- THE CRASH!: Heart rate and blood pressure work to get back to normal levels Body begins to eliminate left over adrenaline Shakes and sweats Emotional rush Challenges to your memory Reliving the moment PERSONAL PREPAREDNESS FOR CODE OFFICERS

PERSONAL PREPAREDNESS FOR CODE OFFICERS HOW PREPARED ARE YOU? I ASK AGAIN, CAN YOU SURVIVE A LIFE THREATENING EVENT? THINGS TO CONSIDER: MOSTLY SEDENTARY JOB BREEDING GROUND FOR COMPLACENCY WHAT DO YOU THINK IS IMPORTANT FOR YOU TO BE READY? PERSONAL PREPAREDNESS FOR CODE OFFICERS

PERSONAL PREPAREDNESS FOR CODE OFFICERS HOW PREPARED ARE YOU? Cardio-respiratory Endurance Aerobic Conditioning Muscular Endurance Muscular Strength Flexibility PERSONAL PREPAREDNESS FOR CODE OFFICERS

PERSONAL PREPAREDNESS FOR CODE OFFICERS HOW PREPARED ARE YOU? Event: Target: 1.5 Mile Run 14:40 and 15:54 (Mins:Secs) 300 Meter “Sprint” 64.3 to 66.0 Seconds 1 RM Bench Press 151-165 lbs or .78 to .84 of Body Weight Push Ups 25-34 Sit Ups/Crunches 30-38 Vertical Jump 15.5 to 16 Inches PERSONAL PREPAREDNESS FOR CODE OFFICERS

PERSONAL PREPAREDNESS FOR CODE OFFICERS SITUATIONAL AWARENESS (SA) DEFINITION: “The perception of elements in the environment within a volume of time and space, the comprehension of their meaning, and the projection of their status in the near future.” Dr. Mica Endsley PERSONAL PREPAREDNESS FOR CODE OFFICERS

PERSONAL PREPAREDNESS FOR CODE OFFICERS SITUATIONAL AWARENESS The process Initial assessment Take your time Assess and reassess If there is a doubt; there is no doubt PERSONAL PREPAREDNESS FOR CODE OFFICERS

PERSONAL PREPAREDNESS FOR CODE OFFICERS SITUATIONAL AWARENESS Aware of those around you Aware of your surroundings Aware of yourself PERSONAL PREPAREDNESS FOR CODE OFFICERS

PERSONAL PREPAREDNESS FOR CODE OFFICERS SITUATIONAL AWARENESS COLONEL COOPERS COLOR CODE: WHITE YELLOW ORANGE RED BLACK PERSONAL PREPAREDNESS FOR CODE OFFICERS

PERSONAL PREPAREDNESS FOR CODE OFFICERS SITUATIONAL AWARENESS DAILY CONCERNS: Your Route Hazards Changes Weather Your Equipment Personal Issued PERSONAL PREPAREDNESS FOR CODE OFFICERS

PERSONAL PREPAREDNESS FOR CODE OFFICERS SITUATIONAL AWARENESS Site Specific: Nature of Violation Neighborhood Characteristics History of the Property Approach On Site Hazards PERSONAL PREPAREDNESS FOR CODE OFFICERS

PERSONAL PREPAREDNESS FOR CODE OFFICERS SITUATIONAL AWARENESS Your “Presentation” How You Approach Display Respect Awareness Your Reactions and Interactions Appropriate Response Verbal Communication Your Exit Safe and Methodical PERSONAL PREPAREDNESS FOR CODE OFFICERS

PERSONAL PREPAREDNESS FOR CODE OFFICERS GROWING THREAT IN TODAYS WORLD How are government employees viewed today? Who/what do we represent? Are we affected by national/international events? Perceptions are realities How’s that badge working for ya? I LOVE MY COUNTRY; I FEAR MY GOVERNMENT PERSONAL PREPAREDNESS FOR CODE OFFICERS

PERSONAL PREPAREDNESS FOR CODE OFFICERS GROWING THREAT IN TODAYS WORLD THE “PATRIOT” MOVEMENT MILITIAS TERRORISM- “Lone Wolf Attacks” PERSONAL PREPAREDNESS FOR CODE OFFICERS

PERSONAL PREPAREDNESS FOR CODE OFFICERS Wrap up- YOUR SAFETY, YOUR PREPAREDNESS DEPENDS ON ONE THING…. YOU!!! TAKE IT SERIOUSLY! PERSONAL PREPAREDNESS FOR CODE OFFICERS

PERSONAL PREPAREDNESS FOR CODE OFFICERS Questions? Thank you Frank Cassidy (239) 949- 6257 Frank.Cassidy@cityofbonitasprings.org PERSONAL PREPAREDNESS FOR CODE OFFICERS