The Buzz on Technical Rescue: Violent Incident Task Forces

March 10, 2015
Ventura County, Calif. crews discuss their training program that blends fire and law enforcement agencies.

Host Bob Duemmel talks with Captain Scott Quirarte and Firefighter Brian Kinsley about an innovative program developed by the fire and sheriff's departments in Ventura County, California.

The two agencies focused on the need to work together at incidents of violence. The program focuses on the knowledge, tactics and confidence necessary to work quickly with available resources to locate and neutralize an active shooter while simultaneously providing rapid medical care and a mass casualty response.

Listen to learn more about the Ventura County's action plans as they two discuss how you can implement a similar program in your own jurisdiction. 

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