Comprehensive Force Investigations Training

Equip yourself with the knowledge and skills needed to handle every aspect of an investigation with precision.

Training Provided by a Nationally Recognized Expert

Learn from an experienced professional who has dedicated his career to force and force-related investigations.

Practical Strategies for Post-Incident Procedures

Discover the essential steps to follow and investigate meticulously following any use of force event.

Uncover the Secrets of Force Investigations

Embark on a transformative journey with our exclusive course tailored for professional investigators, law enforcement investigators, and military investigators. Delve deep into the crucial elements that demand attention and scrutiny in the aftermath of any use of force incident. Equip yourself with the necessary tools and expertise to thrive in the investigative realm and stand out from the crowd.

About The Insteructor

I'm Dennis Root and am proud to be your instructor for Force Investigations. I have 27 years of law enforcement experience and over 35 years teaching force-related topics. I understand the challenges you face and the importance of mastering force investigative techniques. My goal is to share my expertise and guide you towards becoming an exceptional force investigator. I wrote the book "Force Concepts" and I look forward to sharing this vital information with you.

Course Curriculum

13 Chapters · 94 Lessons

  1. 1

    Introduction to Force Investigations

    1. Welcome to the Course! Free preview
    2. Meet the Instructor Free preview
    3. Course Goals and Objectives Free preview
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      Course Materials

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      Disclaimer

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      Quiz 1

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      Quiz 1

  2. 2

    Legal & Practical Considerations of Force

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      Introduction to Terminology

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      Terminology

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      Section 1983

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      Tennessee v. Garner (1985)

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      Graham v. Connor (1989)

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      Quiz 2 - Legal & Practical Considerations of Force

  3. 3

    Investigations

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      Introduction

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      General Investigations

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      Case Organization & Review

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      Timelines

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      Statements

    6. What is a "Force Investigations?" Free preview
    7. What is a "Board Certified Force Investigator?" Free preview
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      Law Enforcement Use of Force v. Self-Defense

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      Separate Self-Defense from Criminal Action

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      Quiz 3 - Investigations

  4. 4

    Use of Force

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      Use of Force - The Concept

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      Individual Subject Factors

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      Signs of Aggression and Submission

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      Levels of Force

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      Levels of Force - Resistance

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      Levels of Force - Response

    7. Force Continuums Free preview
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      Force Continuums - Linear Model

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      Force Continuums - Stair Step Model

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      Force Continuums - Circular Model

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      Quiz 4 - Use of Force

  5. 5

    Force Event Dynamics

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      Defining a "Force Event"

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      Does it really happen that fast?

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      The Environment

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      Perception

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      Fear

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      The "Hot Pot" Exercise

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      Intent

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      Verbal Warnings

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      The Force Decision-Making Process

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      Quiz 5 - Force Event Dynamics

  6. 6

    The Human Performance Condition

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      Action v. Reaction

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      Response v. Conditioned Response

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      Reaction Time v. Response Time

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      Time Considerations

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      Distance Considerations

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      Quiz 6 - The Human Performance Condition

  7. 7

    Impacts of Stress

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      The Human Brain

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      The Physiological Impacts of Stress

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      The Psychological Impacts of Stress

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      Quiz 7 - The Impacts of Stress

  8. 8

    Real-World Observational Capabilities

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      Real-World Observational Capabilities

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      The Human Eye

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      The Great Prediction Engine

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      Observational Timing

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      Inattentional Blindness

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      The Camera v. The Human Being

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      Quiz 8 - Real-World Observational Capabilities

  9. 9

    Weapon Considerations

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      Open Hand Weapons

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      Self-Defense Sprays

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      Conducted Electrical Weapons (CEWs)

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      Impact Weapons

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      Edged Weapons

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      Firearm Considerations

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      Quiz 9 - Weapons Considerations

  10. 10

    Crime Scene & Forensic Evidence

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      First Things First (Investigative Guidelines)

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      Watch the Video (Video Evidence)

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      Crime Scene Perimeters

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      Crime Scene Log

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      Crime Scene Diagrams

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      Crime Scene Photographs

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      Wound and Blood Evidence

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      Spent Casings

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      Video Walk-Through

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      Quiz 10 - Crime Scene & Forensic Evidence

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    Force Documentation

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      Force Documentation

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      "I was in fear for my life!"

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      Memory

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      Individual Use of Force

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      Use of Force by Law Enforcement

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      Documenting Force Investigations

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      Quiz 11 - Force Documentation

  12. 12

    Training Documentation & Considerations

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      Training Considerations

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      Training Standards

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      Real-Life Training Experience

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      Training's Impact on Performance

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      "If it's not written down, it didn't happen."

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      Lesson Plans

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      Training Records

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      Quiz 12 - Training Documentation and Considerations

  13. 13

    Final Exam

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      Final Exam

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