Never is it more critical for law enforcement, fire, and EMS to work together seamlessly and effectively. Saving lives depends on it. Are law enforcement's objectives mutually exclusive of fire and EMS objectives? Is it a good idea or even possible to share command of the scene? And where does the school official fit in?

Law Enforcement
Officers rapidly responding and dynamically forming move-to-contact teams create an accountability nightmare. Situational awareness is vital, and that includes knowing who is on-scene and their location. How many shooters? How many victims? How many hostages? Are there improvised explosive devices (IEDs)? What intelligence will you share with fire / EMS?

Through hands-on practice, law enforcement responders will benefit from a positive reinforcement coaching environment where FutureLE instructors share tips and tricks for rapidly organizing chaotic scenes, establishing and maintaining situational awareness and accountability, and working productively within a Unified Command structure.

Fire / EMS
Whether EMS is separate or combined with fire, the task at hand is incredibly difficult. What risks will Fire / EMS personnel take in efforts to reach and save victims? Do you know law enforcement’s procedures? If law enforcement establishes a safe zone inside the hot zone to shelter victims in place, will you permit fire / EMS personnel to be escorted through the hot zone to reach victims? Have you practiced Unified Command with law enforcement and know how to support each other?

Through hands-on practice, fire / EMS responders will benefit from a positive reinforcement coaching environment where C3 instructors share tips and tricks for improving performance, managing escalating and large incidents, working together, and communicating effectively.