Supervising Patrol Critical Incidents

Instructor: National Tactical Officers' Association

Location: Chambersburg, PA 17201 (Franklin County)

Date: September 28-29, 2026

Duration: 16 hours

Cost: FREE

Course Overview:

Patrol supervisors will gain essential knowledge and practical skills for managing critical incidents before specialized units arrive on scene. This program equips participants with an understanding of tactical problem-solving methodologies, incident command system principles, and the four primary types of critical incidents involving an adversary, enabling supervisors to effectively lead their teams during high-stress situations.

Key Topics Covered:

• Crisis characteristics and identification
• Fundamental law enforcement strategy concepts
• Strategic approaches to managing chaos
• Crisis leadership principles
• Legal considerations in critical incidents
• Dynamic tactical problem management methodology
• Common errors in large-scale critical incidents
• The "Big 4" – hostage situations, barricaded suspects, active shooter scenarios, and fleeing felon apprehension

Course Schedule:

Day 1: Managing dynamic tactical situations during initial response, fundamental strategy for establishing control, and practical decision-making exercises

Day 2: Critical incident fundamentals including the "Big 4," applied decision-making exercises, tabletop scenario simulations, case study analysis, and course debrief

Categories: Active Shooter, Crisis & Hostage, Patrol