In this episode of the Two Chiefs One Mic Podcast, hosts Mike Hawkins and Scott Hughes welcome Chief Jay Gerace of the Colonie, New York, Police Department to discuss innovative training methods to improve officer safety during traffic stops. The conversation highlights the importance of practical training, the need for policy changes, and the impact of real-life scenarios on officer behavior. Chief Gerace shares insights into his department's training programs, emphasizing the need to adapt training to prevent incidents such as officers jumping in front of moving vehicles. The episode concludes with key takeaways for law enforcement leaders on enhancing training effectiveness and ensuring officer safety.

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https://www.police1.com/police-leader-playbook/the-leadership-beat-there-is-a-fundamental-difference-between-mistakes-and-misconduct