Last week, over 300 personnel representing Quad City police and fire agencies teamed up at Davenport Central High School from June 10 to June 14, 2024, for a rigorous training focused on active killer threat response, Rescue Task Force (RTF) procedures, and incident command strategies. This collaborative effort, drawing resources from various emergency response agencies across the Quad Cities, aimed to enhance readiness and coordination in handling violent incidents, including active killer scenarios, with the primary goal of maximizing victim survival. Throughout the training sessions, instructors guided public safety personnel through vital components such as incident command principles, response tactics for active killer situations, RTF protocols, and emergency medical best practices. Uniting law enforcement and emergency medical services, this interdisciplinary training fostered a cohesive approach to confronting high-stakes emergencies. Troy Said, Bettendorf Fire Chief, emphasized the significance of this joint training endeavor: "Conducting this multi-agency, bi-state training allows Quad City first responders to build upon their department training to be even more prepared for complex situations such as active killer events. Operating under common response guidelines is crucial to providing the best outcome for the community and citizens we serve." Personnel from Davenport, Bettendorf, Moline, East Moline, Rock Island, the Scott County Sheriff’s Office, Rock Island County Sheriff’s Office, the Scott Emergency Communications Center, QComm911, and the Rock Island Arsenal actively participated in the training sessions. The Davenport Community School District generously provided the training facility, with school personnel offering invaluable support as liaisons. Lieutenant Nicholas Shorten of the Davenport Police Department underscored the significance of such collaborative efforts, stating, "As first responders, our number one priority is public safety. This is the second year that this has been conducted as a collaborative Quad City-wide large-scale training. This regional training initiative underscores the commitment of Quad City emergency personnel to ensuring the safety and security of our community. By training together, we are better prepared to respond swiftly and effectively to complex active killer situations.”
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