The Layman's Home Defense System, Part 1 - Make Your Home a Difficult Target

In this episode, Brink and Tom talk about a step by step method to prevent your home from being an invasion or theft target and ways to defend it should someone breach it. 

A few things that came up:

 There is an uptick in crime

 Tom has video footage showing kids casing high end neighborhoods

 Kids are armed and brazen

 LOCK YOUR DOORS!!

 What does a layman do?

 Garage thieves are typically just wanting to steal

 If they breach your residence, it's a different story

 Acronym DEFEND:

Deter 

Evade

Fortify

Evalute

Notify

Defend

 Get a Haven lock

 Get a coating on glass...security film

 Tom's Acronym: DDD

Delay

Deny

Destroy

 It's not the acquisition of cameras, it's the placement

 Landscape lighting helps

 Make your home a difficult target

 Watch the garage door when you leave and when you get home

 Get a burglar alarm

 Set for instant alarm

 Develop a plan with your family

 What's your weapon

 Go with shotgun over pistol

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Defund the POLICE?!?

In this episode, Brink and Tom talk about the latest initiatives to defund some of the Nation’s Police forces. The ramifications of these movements could very well prove to be disastrous.  

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A few things that came up:

 Weren't we just heralding First Responders a few weeks ago?

George Floyd observations

Riots happening right after the arrest

There's just a bad element in some people

No one hates a bad cop more, than a good cop

Nashville billboard: Get 34 days vacation to become a cop

Cops are granted the two biggest responsibilities, the power to take someone's life and/or freedom

Civil War mentality

No police, what's that scenario?

Emotion will bring you to a problem, logic will fix it

Who wants to be a police officer now?

Education is in the same state

Community engagement needs to increase

The solution is training and equipping

Turn off your devices...

Have a media shutdown

Parlay app

Tips, Tactics, and Tools for a Safer Tomorrow was born out of several conversations between Brink Fidler and Tom Herring that always revolved around how they focus on properly educating their clients in order to maximize their effectiveness and customer service. 

Both companies strive to meet the same end goal and that is to increase the safety and security posture of their clients. 

Brink’s company, Defend Systems, specializes in physical security consulting and active shooter mitigation training, while Tom’s company, Herring Technology, focuses on being the best security technology integrator in the industry that can provide a one stop shop for any client’s technology needs. 

The focus of this podcast is to educate and empower people. We discuss everything related to safety and security be it at home, work, church, or the mall. We take an in depth look at security technology, ease of use, reliability, and DIY products for homeowners. 

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The King of Locks

In this episode, Brink and Tom talk with Scott Richardson with Haven Lock

about the technological advancements that the Haven Lock has brought to the market for fortified home and business security. 

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 A few things that came up:

Brink's story of testing Scott's haven lock product

Haven Lock story

Getting a Haven Lock for Scott's Mother InLaw

 Mechanical, Bluetooth, Wifi and Z wave versions

 Tying into smart devices

 Gaining security synergy

Complications with Z wave deadbolt tech

 Alarms and monitoring don't do anything

Haven over-built the locks for future expansion

Accellerometer can be installed

 Tom's cabin break-in story

 The goal to delay and deter...

 Break-ins last about 8 minutes, response time is much longer

 Rigging the lock to be loose enough to flex the door

Classroom locks

 Remote operation from a FOB or phone

 Having a panic button in class

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Tips, Tactics, and Tools for a Safer Tomorrow was born out of several conversations between Brink Fidler and Tom Herring that always revolved around how they focus on properly educating their clients in order to maximize their effectiveness and customer service. 

Both companies strive to meet the same end goal and that is to increase the safety and security posture of their clients. 

Brink’s company, Defend Systems, specializes in physical security consulting and active shooter mitigation training, while Tom’s company, Herring Technology, focuses on being the best security technology integrator in the industry that can provide a one stop shop for any client’s technology needs. 

The focus of this podcast is to educate and empower people. We discuss everything related to safety and security be it at home, work, church, or the mall. We take an in depth look at security technology, ease of use, reliability, and DIY products for homeowners. 

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Facility Security Plans 101

In this episode, Brink and Tom talk with Paul Marshall about the importance of getting a security plan in place BEFORE you need one. In this day and age, it’s something to take very seriously.

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A few things that came up:

The nature of a school campus is a city within a city

Statistics are that you're more likely to be hit by a tornado than be involved in an active shooter event

All hazard and security assessment

TN Higher Ed recognized the need for the support provided by Paul

Tactical Emergency Casualty Care

Being NAEMT Certified

Campuses need to develop an emergency operations plan

Communications between municipal emergency services is terrible

How to deploy strategic communication

Make sure those involved in an emergency have met prior to an emergency

The training experience is as real as it gets

Tips, Tactics, and Tools for a Safer Tomorrow was born out of several conversations between Brink Fidler and Tom Herring that always revolved around how they focus on properly educating their clients in order to maximize their effectiveness and customer service.

Both companies strive to meet the same end goal and that is to increase the safety and security posture of their clients.

Brink’s company, Defend Systems, specializes in physical security consulting and active shooter mitigation training, while Tom’s company, Herring Technology, focuses on being the best security technology integrator in the industry that can provide a one stop shop for any client’s technology needs.

The focus of this podcast is to educate and empower people. We discuss everything related to safety and security be it at home, work, church, or the mall. We take an in depth look at security technology, ease of use, reliability, and DIY products for homeowners.

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The Lowdown on Taking Temperatures En Mass

In this episode, Brink and Tom talk with Steve Sutton about the use of thermal imaging cameras to detect whether or not people with a fever are entering businesses and other facilities in the age of COVID-19.

As businesses and schools open back up, it may be an inconceivable task to assess temperatures on a one by one basis for fever as an indicator of a COVID-19 infection.

Many people have concerns about privacy, which Tom, Brink and Steve discuss in depth as well.

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A few things that came up:

Temperature monitoring stations

Temperature sensing camera technology

Facial detection

Employees are ecstatic about being able to come back to work

How does this get deployed?

Tom's temperature story

Invasion of privacy discussion

Good Fearing Gun Owners

False positive readings

Adamant about not storing ID or similar information

Businesses may enact policies to take temps

What's a reasonable expectation of privacy

There's a CYA aspect

Tips, Tactics, and Tools for a Safer Tomorrow was born out of several conversations between Brink Fidler and Tom Herring that always revolved around how they focus on properly educating their clients in order to maximize their effectiveness and customer service.

Both companies strive to meet the same end goal and that is to increase the safety and security posture of their clients.

Brink’s company, Defend Systems, specializes in physical security consulting and active shooter mitigation training, while Tom’s company, Herring Technology, focuses on being the best security technology integrator in the industry that can provide a one stop shop for any client’s technology needs.

The focus of this podcast is to educate and empower people. We discuss everything related to safety and security be it at home, work, church, or the mall. We take an in depth look at security technology, ease of use, reliability, and DIY products for homeowners.

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Can Cameras Really Detect Fever? - Tips, Tactics and Tools Ep 20

In this episode, Brink and Tom talk about the use of thermal imaging cameras to detect whether or not people with a fever are entering businesses and other facilities in the age of COVID-19.

A few things that came up:

How thermal imaging cameras work

They don’t detect fever, just high temps

How do they alert those using them?

What’s the reasonable expectation of privacy? If there are cameras, just about none.

Tragedy sometimes spurs the greatest innovations

How can drinking coffee affect temperature readings?

How the handheld devices work

Tips, Tactics, and Tools for a Safer Tomorrow was born out of several conversations between Brink Fidler and Tom Herring that always revolved around how they focus on properly educating their clients in order to maximize their effectiveness and customer service.

Both companies strive to meet the same end goal and that is to increase the safety and security posture of their clients.

Brink’s company, Defend Systems, specializes in physical security consulting and active shooter mitigation training, while Tom’s company, Herring Technology, focuses on being the best security technology integrator in the industry that can provide a one stop shop for any client’s technology needs.

The focus of this podcast is to educate and empower people. We discuss everything related to safety and security be it at home, work, church, or the mall. We take an in depth look at security technology, ease of use, reliability, and DIY products for homeowners.

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Ryan Cleckner :: The Law of Firearms - Tips, Tactics and Tools Ep 18

In this episode, Brink and Tom talk to Ryan Cleckner about various gun laws and his firearms training technology platforms.  

 While in law school, Ryan worked as the manager of Federal government relations for the firearms industry’s trade association, the National Shooting Sports Foundation in Newtown, CT.

Ryan then served as an attorney and as a Vice President over compliance and security for the largest firearms manufacturer in the country, Remington Outdoor Company (formerly Freedom Group) which is made up of many industry brands such as Remington, Bushmaster, DPMS, AAC, Dakota, Barnes, and many more.

Ryan traveled nearly non-stop which was taxing his time with his family which now included two small children. Knowing his priorities, Ryan moved with his family to Huntsville, AL to help set up a new facility as part of his exit.

Ryan then started teaching Constitutional Law courses at the University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH). Although he currently lives in Franklin, TN, he still commutes down to Huntsville to teach because he loves teaching so much.

While teaching at UAH, Ryan wrote a book on long-range shooting from which he donates 25% of the proceeds to military charities. That book far exceeded Ryan’s expectations – it has been the #1 Bestseller on Amazon in its category for over two years and has sold more than 40,000 copies to date.

Because of his success writing and producing other media, Ryan has all but stopped practicing law. This has allowed him to start and run a few different companies including one that focuses on organizational safety.

Tips, Tactics, and Tools for a Safer Tomorrow was born out of several conversations between Brink Fidler and Tom Herring that always revolved around how they focus on properly educating their clients in order to maximize their effectiveness and customer service. 

Both companies strive to meet the same end goal and that is to increase the safety and security posture of their clients. 

Brink’s company, Defend Systems, specializes in physical security consulting and active shooter mitigation training, while Tom’s company, Herring Technology, focuses on being the best security technology integrator in the industry that can provide a one stop shop for any client’s technology needs. 

The focus of this podcast is to educate and empower people. We discuss everything related to safety and security be it at home, work, church, or the mall. We take an in depth look at security technology, ease of use, reliability, and DIY products for homeowners. 

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Cartels and COVID - Tips, Tactics and Tools Ep 17

In this episode, Brink and Tom talk about how the COVID-19 crisis could awaken a new surge of drug cartel terrorism. 

A few things that came up:

-TTT Crime and Criminal Syndicates exploiting pandemic

-How the Mafia is working Italy 

-“You cannot underestimate an alliance cemented by despair.”

-President announced an increase in patrol

-Media not reporting on it because it doesn’t support pro-undocumented immigrant agenda

-Bad times make good people make bad decisions

-Borrower is always slave to the lender

-People will always find money for drugs

-Cartels are experiencing a pinch on supplies to manufacture

-Thoughts on the US Government’s PPP, Grant and SBA emergency stimulus programs

-How will this change the culture of the country?

-Education will be affected especially with Colleges

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Tips, Tactics, and Tools for a Safer Tomorrow was born out of several conversations between Brink Fidler and Tom Herring that always revolved around how they focus on properly educating their clients in order to maximize their effectiveness and customer service. 

Both companies strive to meet the same end goal and that is to increase the safety and security posture of their clients. 

Brink’s company, Defend Systems, specializes in physical security consulting and active shooter mitigation training, while Tom’s company, Herring Technology, focuses on being the best security technology integrator in the industry that can provide a one stop shop for any client’s technology needs. 

The focus of this podcast is to educate and empower people. We discuss everything related to safety and security be it at home, work, church, or the mall. We take an in depth look at security technology, ease of use, reliability, and DIY products for homeowners. 

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Martial Law Realities - Tips, Tactics and Tools Ep 16

In this episode, Brink and Tom talk about the realities of what is Martial Law, what you can expect and tips on how to navigate through it.

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A few things that came up:

-What is Martial Law, really?

-It does take a village to get through tough times

-The leaders are within their rights to enact certain suspensions of liberties

-A community has the right to protect itself from an epidemic

-2 types of martial law

-Martial Law is more of a state issue

-Domestic disturbance calls might be up!

-Some interpretations say we're already under Martial Law

-So much hype on social media

-Don't push the envelope...band together and get this behind us

-Be nice to the people who have to be working during this and TIP


Tips, Tactics, and Tools for a Safer Tomorrow was born out of several conversations between Brink Fidler and Tom Herring that always revolved around how they focus on properly educating their clients in order to maximize their effectiveness and customer service.

Both companies strive to meet the same end goal and that is to increase the safety and security posture of their clients.

Brink’s company, Defend Systems, specializes in physical security consulting and active shooter mitigation training, while Tom’s company, Herring Technology, focuses on being the best security technology integrator in the industry that can provide a one stop shop for any client’s technology needs.

The focus of this podcast is to educate and empower people. We discuss everything related to safety and security be it at home, work, church, or the mall. We take an in depth look at security technology, ease of use, reliability, and DIY products for homeowners.

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Crime Shifts During a Pandemic - Tips, Tactics and Tools Ep 15

In this episode, Brink and Tom go over all the ways you can keep your home and family secure and safe during the COVID-19 Pandemic. 

A few things that came up:

-Stay off the phone when you’re out, know your surroundings

-Keep doors locked

-Use your lights on your house at night

-Situational awareness

-Good people may get forced to make bad decisions

-Setup a working pantry

-This pandemic will change the mindset of a lot of people

-Don’t make yourself a victim

-Pay attention to your posture, get in and get out.

-Do not panic buy firearms

-Listen to your instinct in times of panic

-Are you able to see your business when you’re quarantined

-Communities typically pull together to defend everyone

-Don’t broadcast what you have or show pictures on social media

-Drive though testing centers potentially blocking cctv systems

-Long term Food storage and medical options

-Support your local businesses as best as you can

-Use takeout, Let the food that will last, last!

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Tips, Tactics, and Tools for a Safer Tomorrow was born out of several conversations between Brink Fidler and Tom Herring that always revolved around how they focus on properly educating their clients in order to maximize their effectiveness and customer service. 

Both companies strive to meet the same end goal and that is to increase the safety and security posture of their clients. 

Brink’s company, Defend Systems, specializes in physical security consulting and active shooter mitigation training, while Tom’s company, Herring Technology, focuses on being the best security technology integrator in the industry that can provide a one stop shop for any client’s technology needs. 

The focus of this podcast is to educate and empower people. We discuss everything related to safety and security be it at home, work, church, or the mall. We take an in depth look at security technology, ease of use, reliability, and DIY products for homeowners. 

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Chuck Carter :: The Challenge of Protecting Our Schools - Tips, Tactics and Tools Ep 14

In this episode, Brink and Tom talk with Chuck Carter about the ever-evolving challenge of school security. Chuck is Director of Security for Harding Academy.  

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Tips, Tactics, and Tools for a Safer Tomorrow was born out of several conversations between Brink Fidler and Tom Herring that always revolved around how they focus on properly educating their clients in order to maximize their effectiveness and customer service. 

Both companies strive to meet the same end goal and that is to increase the safety and security posture of their clients. 

Brink’s company, Defend Systems, specializes in physical security consulting and active shooter mitigation training, while Tom’s company, Herring Technology, focuses on being the best security technology integrator in the industry that can provide a one stop shop for any client’s technology needs. 

The focus of this podcast is to educate and empower people. We discuss everything related to safety and security be it at home, work, church, or the mall. We take an in depth look at security technology, ease of use, reliability, and DIY products for homeowners. 

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Benefits of Private Investigation :: Tool, Tactics and Tips Podcast Ep 13

In this episode, Brink and Tom talk with Robert “Bobby” Young, head of Covert Results.

For more than a decade Robert served in many capacities within the police department, including; patrol division, flex unit, crime suppression units, countywide narcotics, and the Drug Task Force. Determined to arm himself with a wide range of skills, Robert took initiative to gain knowledge and certifications in a variety of areas by attending thousands of hours of training, taught by local, state, & federal authorities. Robert’s professional excellence and dedication to service constitutes significant accomplishments, awards, and accolades throughout his productive career.

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Robert also authored a book called gRAY: Rise & Fall of 1422 about the largest cocaine bust in Nashville history.

You can purchase the book here: https://www.amazon.com/gRAY-Rise-Fall-Robert-Young-ebook/dp/B07PSDTG9Y/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=gray+1422&qid=1554921885&s=gateway&sr=8-1

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Tips, Tactics, and Tools for a Safer Tomorrow was born out of several conversations between Brink Fidler and Tom Herring that always revolved around how they focus on properly educating their clients in order to maximize their effectiveness and customer service. 

Both companies strive to meet the same end goal and that is to increase the safety and security posture of their clients. 

Brink’s company, Defend Systems, specializes in physical security consulting and active shooter mitigation training, while Tom’s company, Herring Technology, focuses on being the best security technology integrator in the industry that can provide a one stop shop for any client’s technology needs. 

The focus of this podcast is to educate and empower people. We discuss everything related to safety and security be it at home, work, church, or the mall. We take an in depth look at security technology, ease of use, reliability, and DIY products for homeowners. 

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Security vs. Privacy :: Tips, Tactics and Tools Ep 12

When security is needed more than ever today, how do you navigate the notion of privacy? Herring Technology’s Aaron Hatcher talks about how to balance the virtues of security and privacy.

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Tips, Tactics, and Tools for a Safer Tomorrow was born out of several conversations between Brink Fidler and Tom Herring that always revolved around how they focus on properly educating their clients in order to maximize their effectiveness and customer service. 

Both companies strive to meet the same end goal and that is to increase the safety and security posture of their clients. 

Brink’s company, Defend Systems, specializes in physical security consulting and active shooter mitigation training, while Tom’s company, Herring Technology, focuses on being the best security technology integrator in the industry that can provide a one stop shop for any client’s technology needs. 

The focus of this podcast is to educate and empower people. We discuss everything related to safety and security be it at home, work, church, or the mall. We take an in depth look at security technology, ease of use, reliability, and DIY products for homeowners. 

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IRS Criminal Investigations :: Tips, Tactics and Tools Episode 11

As the old adage goes, "Crime doesn't pay"....well, if that were true, Bill DeSantis would be out of a job.

Bill is a Special Agent for the IRS heading up Criminal Investigations for the US Treasury. 

Brink, Tom and Bill discuss the common misconceptions about the IRS and the more dangerous side of things when it comes to criminal investigations into money laundering tax evasion and other illegal tax activities.  

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Tips, Tactics, and Tools for a Safer Tomorrow was born out of several conversations between Brink Fidler and Tom Herring that always revolved around how they focus on properly educating their clients in order to maximize their effectiveness and customer service. 

Both companies strive to meet the same end goal and that is to increase the safety and security posture of their clients. 

Brink’s company, Defend Systems, specializes in physical security consulting and active shooter mitigation training, while Tom’s company, Herring Technology, focuses on being the best security technology integrator in the industry that can provide a one stop shop for any client’s technology needs. 

The focus of this podcast is to educate and empower people. We discuss everything related to safety and security be it at home, work, church, or the mall. We take an in depth look at security technology, ease of use, reliability, and DIY products for homeowners. 

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Defending The Church :: Tips, Tactics and Tools Ep 10

Mike Norton is the Director of Security for Christ Presbyterian Church in Nashville.

Brink, Tom and Mike discuss the importance of having an ongoing plan for church and school security and defense strategies. 

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Tips, Tactics, and Tools for a Safer Tomorrow was born out of several conversations between Brink Fidler and Tom Herring that always revolved around how they focus on properly educating their clients in order to maximize their effectiveness and customer service. 

Both companies strive to meet the same end goal and that is to increase the safety and security posture of their clients. 

Brink’s company, Defend Systems, specializes in physical security consulting and active shooter mitigation training, while Tom’s company, Herring Technology, focuses on being the best security technology integrator in the industry that can provide a one stop shop for any client’s technology needs. 

The focus of this podcast is to educate and empower people. We discuss everything related to safety and security be it at home, work, church, or the mall. We take an in depth look at security technology, ease of use, reliability, and DIY products for homeowners. 

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Home Security Mega Tips :: Tips, Tactics and Tools Podcast Ep 9

Camera systems, doorbell cams, alarm monitoring...sure they’re good to have AFTER something happens in or to your home.

What about IF you’re home while something’s happening?

Brink and Tom break down some critical mega tips when it comes to lining up your home’s first line of defense. 

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Tips, Tactics, and Tools for a Safer Tomorrow was born out of several conversations between Brink Fidler and Tom Herring that always revolved around how they focus on properly educating their clients in order to maximize their effectiveness and customer service. 

Both companies strive to meet the same end goal and that is to increase the safety and security posture of their clients. 

Brink’s company, Defend Systems, specializes in physical security consulting and active shooter mitigation training, while Tom’s company, Herring Technology, focuses on being the best security technology integrator in the industry that can provide a one stop shop for any client’s technology needs. 

The focus of this podcast is to educate and empower people. We discuss everything related to safety and security be it at home, work, church, or the mall. We take an in depth look at security technology, ease of use, reliability, and DIY products for homeowners. 

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Being Prepared for Worst Case Scenarios :: Tips, Tactic and Tools Podcast

The Crichton Group is thinking forward when it comes to mitigating, assessing and insuring extreme risks.

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Rob Sentell - Director of Social Services/Healthcare

Rob joined The Crichton Group in 2009. As Director of Social Services, Rob’s role is to provide strategic direction and growth for the department through relationship management, as well as identifying the needs and applying innovative solutions to clients and prospects in the Social Service arena. He takes a holistic approach to conducting analysis and making recommendations of products and services to clients based on the specific needs of every organization.

Chase Miller - Commercial Insurance Advisor

Chase joined The Crichton Group in 2012. He is responsible for evaluating total cost of risk for businesses, developing strategies to help clients and prospects prevent, transfer and mitigate business risks, and cultivate and maintain strong business relationships. His areas of expertise are Social Services and Workers’ Compensation. He is the President of Insurors of Nashville.

Nashville K9 :: Tips, Tactics and Tools Podcast

K9 does everything from basic obedience all the way to protection dogs and Police K9s.  Owner of Nashville K9, Ali Hemyari, details the services they provide, gives us an in depth look at what goes in to their fantastic training program, and gives us quite the education in this episode on all things dog training.

Rest assured that our trainers meet the highest qualifications in the United States. We utilize progressive teaching methods that will solve your daily dog obedience problems. We will go the extra mile to teach you motivational techniques and methods you can’t find anywhere else in Nashville. Through patience, repetition, and consistency, your dog will achieve its highest potential. We will always be available to you for questions, follow up training, and problem solving.

Our background includes the daily training of Police, Search and Rescue, Detection, and Personal Protection dogs. In service to the community, we voluntarily run government K-9 units, assisting municipalities in Police and Search & Rescue cases at no charge to citizens or government entities. We also provide several demonstrations per month to various schools, pet stores, humane society functions, churches, and more. As authorized instructors for the American Red Cross, we offer Pet First Aid instruction to children undergoing Lifesaver Camp, as well as adults interested in learning Pet First Aid in the Middle Tennessee area. We believe that volunteer service is a critical component of giving back to the community and showing our appreciation.

Our breeding program includes hand-selected, internationally certified canines from Europe, with superior work drive, high energy, tremendous intelligence, and obedience that surpasses our competition. The extra time we spend in Europe testing protection dogs and police dogs ensures the finest quality that trainers in the U.S. seldom offer. You can be confident that we hand pick each, and every dog and we personally guarantee lifetime training with every protection dog purchased from us. In the rare occurrence of any problem or conflict, we’ll replace your protection dog with one of equal value.

Mike Fletcher, Security In Our Schools :: Tips, Tactics and Tools Podcast

Michael Fletcher is the Director of Safety and Security for a high performing school district in Tennessee. He works with schools and the district’s central office to improve safety for students, employees and visitors using the all hazards approach by helping to develop, establish and enforce safety and security policies, accident prevention efforts, fire safety, emergency management, asset protection, parking control and traffic enforcement programs. This position also serves as the liaison between the school district and the local Sheriff’s Office School Resource Officer program.

Fletcher also serves as the lieutenant for the reserve deputy program with the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office. He is the senior tactical medical officer for the department's S.W.A.T. team and senior planner for high risk operations, a position he has held since 2005. Mr. Fletcher has attended numerous courses with a focus of SWAT Tactics and High Risk Operations planning throughout the United States. He has had extensive training in CBRNE and WMD planning and preparedness as well.

Prior to working for the Williamson County School District, Fletcher spent 15 years at Williamson Medical Center where he served as a shift supervisor for the emergency medical services department. In that capacity he was directly responsible for EMS operations and planning and was also credentialed to instruct numerous emergency medical curriculums at both the state and national level.  He has been a licensed paramedic in the state of Tennessee since 1999.

Michael holds a bachelor’s degree in management and human relations from Trevecca Nazarene University. He is also an instructor trainer for the National Rifle Association’s National School Shield Program which provides law enforcement and school officials with the skills to perform vulnerability assessments, making schools safer across the United States.

Fletcher proudly served in the United States Army’s 82nd Airborne Division until he was medically retired in 1996 after being injured in the line of duty. He lives in Franklin, TN with his wife and two children.

Ronnie Haywood of One Hundred Oaks - Tips, Tactics and Tools Podcast Ep 5

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