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Sgt. Betsy Brantner Smith Career Survival
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Tip: Frisk like you mean it

A friend recently reminded me of something we should all be mindful of: If you are going to frisk someone, do it like you mean it. Don't let yourself be "detrained" by this routine event.

When you’re involved in a pat down or a frisk, don't just wave your hands over someone or skim their clothing. Get them controlled, get yourself in a solid, tactical position, and then frisk them properly and safely

Do it like you mean it, every frisk, every time!

 

About the author

Sergeant Betsy Smith has nearly 30 years of law enforcement experience and recently retired as a patrol supervisor in a Chicago suburb. A graduate of the Northwestern University Center for Public Safety's School of Staff and Command, Betsy is a police trainer, author and instructor for the Calibre Press Street Survival Seminar. Visit Betsy's website at www.femaleforces.com.

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