NLERS Program Focus on Safety Live Series

Event Overview The NLERS Focus on Safety Live Series is a set of six live, interactive 90-minute training sessions that take a closer look at core safety topics covered in the NLERS Executive and Patrol courses, with time set aside for Q&A with our subject matter experts. These sessions build on a single subject area, from roadside scene control and pursuit decision-making to seat belt use, driver fatigue, and everyday distractions behind the wheel. Sessions in this series include: - August 10: Preventing Struck-By Incidents – Risks, Visibility, and Scene Control - September 3: Pursuits and Speed Decisions – Think First, Accelerate Second - October 6: Staying Focused Behind the Wheel – Minding What Matters - November 3: Running on Empty – Fatigue and Driving Risk in Law Enforcement - December 3: Seat Belts Aren’t the Enemy – Clearing Up Dangerous Misconceptions About PPE - January 7, 2027: Building a Culture of Safety – “Safety First” Isn’t a Slogan. It’s a Behavior. Each session combines practical guidance with real-world scenarios, giving officers and supervisors the tools to reinforce safety practices long after training ends. Event Location This virtual training series will be hosted on the NLERS Program online training platform. New users must register for access to the platform prior to registering for the event: New User Registration. Intended Audience This virtual training series is intended for law enforcement officers at all ranks.