Crisis in Correctional Environments: When It Hits the Fan - Now What?
In jails and prisons, a small crisis such as a fight could grow quickly into a larger crisis. Understanding the different stages of a crisis is vital to help deal with the crisis and bring the detention facility back to safe, normal operation. In this course, Mike Cantrell will discuss the stages of a prison crisis, tactical decision-making, and leadership during crisis.
Course Length: 1 Hour
Meet your Instructor
Mike Cantrell
Expertise:
Michael Cantrell has been in corrections for over 30 years. A recently retired Chief from the Federal Bureau of Prisons, he is a Master Instructor for PepperBall, Disturbance Control, and Tactical Breaching. During his career, he led special response, disturbance control and canine teams. He is a correctional consultant specializing in the use of force and physical security. He is a writer, content creator and speaker on leadership and crisis management. Mike is the author of The Prison Officer Podcast Job Guide and a collection of short stories and poetry, Monotonous Chaos – The Ramblings of a Prison Guard.