Send us a textIn 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 Overview00:47 The Importance of Training02:40 Police Firearms Training Evolution07:40 Scenario-Based Training11:39 Simulators and Virtual Reality in Training18:16 Proficiency and Ongoing Training27:17 Legal Standards and Misconceptions31:00 Mid-Roll Advertisement31:45 Physical Fitness and Firearm Performance34:50 Preventing Complacency37:00 Introduction to Threat Reflex37:27 Training Challenges and Solutions38:21 The Birth of Threat Reflex38:53 Making Training Accessible and Affordable40:48 Stress Inoculation in Training41:55 Balancing Speed, Accuracy, and Decision Making44:24 A Typical Training Day at Threat Reflex49:35 Low Light and No Light Training53:20 The Importance of Realistic Training53:58 Innovations in Police Training57:04 Feedback and Future Directions01:01:58 Conclusion and Contact InformationFor more information:Website - https://www.threatreflex.com/Instagram - @threat.reflexFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100065320548368Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/matrika/smack-that License code: PTGWR5IW4AEJUPMJ

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