
Union Strong: NJSPBA Voices Podcast
Welcome to "Union Strong: NJSPBA Voices Podcast", the official podcast of the New Jersey State Policemen's Benevolent Association (NJSPBA). Hosted by Vinny Rizzo, State Delegate from Local #217, this podcast delves into the critical issues, untold stories, and key initiatives impacting our brave men and women in blue.
Join us as we engage in candid conversations with law enforcement professionals, union leaders, and community stakeholders to explore the challenges and triumphs of policing in our state. From discussions on policy changes and labor rights to personal stories of heroism and resilience, and everything in between, " Union Strong: NJSPBA Voices Podcast" offers a behind-the-scenes look at the lives of those who protect and serve.
Stay informed, stay connected, and stand with us as we work to support our officers and build stronger, safer communities. Tune in every week for new episodes and join the conversation. Your voice matters. Together, we can make a difference.
Union Strong: NJSPBA Voices Podcast
Episode 48 - Elevating Police Training: Vlad Vaval
In Episode 48 of the Union Strong: NJSPBA Voices Podcast, host Vinny Rizzo sits down with Vlad Vaval, a retired officer and former executive board member of PBA Local 304, to discuss the transformative power of police training. Covering Vlad's extensive experience, the evolution of firearms training, and the importance of ongoing, realistic practice, this episode dives into how modern methods, such as scenario-based training and the use of simulators, enhance officer preparedness. The conversation also explores physical fitness, legal standards in use of force, stress inoculation, and the benefits of red dot sights.
00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview
00:47 The Importance of Training
02:40 Police Firearms Training Evolution
07:40 Scenario-Based Training
11:39 Simulators and Virtual Reality in Training
18:16 Proficiency and Ongoing Training
27:17 Legal Standards and Misconceptions
31:00 Mid-Roll Advertisement
31:45 Physical Fitness and Firearm Performance
34:50 Preventing Complacency
37:00 Introduction to Threat Reflex
37:27 Training Challenges and Solutions
38:21 The Birth of Threat Reflex
38:53 Making Training Accessible and Affordable
40:48 Stress Inoculation in Training
41:55 Balancing Speed, Accuracy, and Decision Making
44:24 A Typical Training Day at Threat Reflex
49:35 Low Light and No Light Training
53:20 The Importance of Realistic Training
53:58 Innovations in Police Training
57:04 Feedback and Future Directions
01:01:58 Conclusion and Contact Information
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Website - https://www.threatreflex.com/
Instagram - @threat.reflex
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