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We are a comprehensive public safety training and consulting service, dedicated to enhancing the effectiveness and efficiency of police, fire, emergency dispatch, and EMS. We also provide private sector organizations with enhanced safety training and planning.
PLEC specializes in delivering high-quality, tailored solutions that address the unique challenges faced by public safety agencies and private entities.
Our services encompass a wide range of areas, including custom training, safety plans, policy & procedure development, organizational structure needs, unit formations, and workload assessments. We work closely with our clients to ensure they have the tools and strategies needed to safely excel in their operations.
We are committed to exceptional service at competitive & affordable rates in order to build safer, more efficient organizations & communities.
PO Box 922
Granby, MA 01033
413-531-0820
EMAIL US @ info@progressivelawenforcement.com
"Dispatch Response to Domestic & Sexual Violence; Safety & Evidentiary Concerns"
State 911 Approved
January 21, 2026 8:00-12:00
Amherst College, Amherst MA
"Dispatch Communications During Major Incidents & Large Scale Events"
State 911 Approved
January 21, 2025 12:30-4:30
Amherst College, Amherst MA
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Does your 911 Emergency Dispatch Center need to fulfill continuing education credits? We offer several State 911 Approved courses. Check them out and contact us about hosting a class at your facility.
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Did you know we create & facilitate Table Top Exercises in a variety of subjects. Our most popular are Active Threat and Protest-related Table-Top Exercises. Email or call for more information.
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Does your facility, church, or office need a safety plan and security assessment? We specialize in providing staff training for active threat /active shooter incidents.
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We believe in bridging the gaps between police, fire, emergency dispatching, and EMS. Our training courses are designed with cross-over elements for all departments, fostering collaboration and understanding of each other's unique objectives, challenges, and needs. By training together, we can enhance our collective ability to serve our communities effectively.
Do you need training for your house of worship, business, or facility in active threat response or other critical areas? We’re here to assist! Are you interested in becoming an accredited agency? We can help you navigate that process!
Let us support you in enhancing your agency’s professionalism while managing risk.
We are …"your bridge between legal requirements, departmental needs, and contractual obligations".

State 911 Approved 4 Hours
Excellent training for all emergency call takers and 911 dispatchers. This course is designed to provide dispatchers with the knowledge and confidence to better understand and handle domestic and sexual violence incidents; specifically when it comes to helping protect responders and victims. This course will a
State 911 Approved 4 Hours
Excellent training for all emergency call takers and 911 dispatchers. This course is designed to provide dispatchers with the knowledge and confidence to better understand and handle domestic and sexual violence incidents; specifically when it comes to helping protect responders and victims. This course will also prepare dispatchers for their potential use as a witness in court. Topics include; Understanding the complexity of these calls; obtaining crucial information: understanding police response; recognizing danger signs; how to protect survivors & responders; providing the best information to responders; ensuring best practices for the survivor’s physical & emotional wellbeing; speaking with survivors; recognizing injuries associated with these crimes; recognizing what may be evidence; understanding your potential role in the prosecution of offenders; preparing yourself as a court witness.
4 Hour Course

State 911 Approved 4 Hours
This course is designed specifically for emergency call-takers and dispatchers who may be summoned to testify in a court proceeding. It is designed to provide dispatchers with the knowledge necessary to recognize what information and observations may be evidence in court; the importance of proper documentation;
State 911 Approved 4 Hours
This course is designed specifically for emergency call-takers and dispatchers who may be summoned to testify in a court proceeding. It is designed to provide dispatchers with the knowledge necessary to recognize what information and observations may be evidence in court; the importance of proper documentation; the dispatcher’s potential role in the prosecution of offenders; the basic rules of evidence and criminal procedure; the components of the court system; how a trial is conducted; how to prepare for court; understanding proper dress code and demeanor; how to answer questions; understanding the roles of witnesses, the defense, prosecution, judge and jury; and understanding the role of police, fire and EMS as witnesses.

State 911 Approved 8 Hours
During an active threat or active shooter incident, emergency dispatchers serve as the critical hub of communication and coordination. This comprehensive course is designed to equip participants with the essential skills and knowledge needed to effectively manage these complex situations, which can occur anywher
State 911 Approved 8 Hours
During an active threat or active shooter incident, emergency dispatchers serve as the critical hub of communication and coordination. This comprehensive course is designed to equip participants with the essential skills and knowledge needed to effectively manage these complex situations, which can occur anywhere at any time.
Throughout this course, attendees will explore the vital role of the dispatcher during active shooter and threat scenarios, emphasizing preplanning, preparedness, and training as foundational components for success. Participants will gain insights into the nature of active threats, the importance of ongoing training, and the specific responsibilities of dispatchers during emergencies. Key Topics Include:
Understanding Active Threat; Dispatcher Responsibilities During Incidents;
Managing Incoming Calls & Information Analysis: Mental Preparedness; Navigating Chaos in the Center; Resource Prioritization & Management; Command Structure and Resource Coordination: Ensuring Safety for First Responders: Understanding the Roles of Police, Fire, and EMS; Staging Areas and Command Posts; Site Control, Detours, and Roadblocks; Managing Emergency & Informational Call Influx; Media Interaction and Communication Strategies; Post-Incident Expectations; Evacuation and Reunification; and Practical Application of Course Knowledge in Dispatch Centers. By the end of this course, participants will be better prepared to handle the complexities of active threat situations, ensuring a more effective response for their communities. Enhance your skills and confidence in one of the most critical roles in emergency management.

Active threat preplanning, preparedness, and training is essential for ensuring the safety of our schools, campuses and communities. They also help protect our emergency responders. Table-Top Exercises are proven to enhance coordination and response capabilities between everyone. This course, designed for members of the fire service, law
Active threat preplanning, preparedness, and training is essential for ensuring the safety of our schools, campuses and communities. They also help protect our emergency responders. Table-Top Exercises are proven to enhance coordination and response capabilities between everyone. This course, designed for members of the fire service, law enforcement, dispatch, EMS, and other emergency responders, provides attendees with the knowledge, skills and confidence to plan, facilitate, and implement discussion-based Table-Top Exercises focused on active threat scenarios. Participants will learn how to engage key stakeholders—including school personnel, law enforcement, fire service, dispatch, EMS, public works, and other critical responders—in a structured session where roles, responsibilities, and response strategies are discussed and evaluated. Through step-by-step scenario walkthroughs, participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of how various agencies collaborate during an active threat situation. This course includes a hands-on mock Table-Top Exercise and provides all necessary materials to help you plan and execute your own exercises.

State 911 Approved 4 Hours
This course provides emergency dispatchers and call-takers with the information necessary to keep the continuity of operations going during a major incident or large-scale event. Topics and objectives of the course include; planned versus unplanned events; the importance of dispatch operational plans; what to e
State 911 Approved 4 Hours
This course provides emergency dispatchers and call-takers with the information necessary to keep the continuity of operations going during a major incident or large-scale event. Topics and objectives of the course include; planned versus unplanned events; the importance of dispatch operational plans; what to expect during the event; protecting responders; maintaining composure; the importance of documentation; working with limited resources; managing radio traffic & protocol; managing resources, utilizing outside assistance; handling routine calls during the event; creating after-action reports. Part of this course will be instructed through the examination & analysis of several major incidents, including a large-scale explosion and several civil-unrest incidents.

This course is designed to assist campus and municipal law enforcement officials in planning for, and responding to protests and civil disorder events. Specific topics include: First Amendment Rights & Violation of Law; Massachusetts Police Reform Requirements at Such Events; Preplanning; Use of the ICS Structure; Utilizing Outside Agenci
This course is designed to assist campus and municipal law enforcement officials in planning for, and responding to protests and civil disorder events. Specific topics include: First Amendment Rights & Violation of Law; Massachusetts Police Reform Requirements at Such Events; Preplanning; Use of the ICS Structure; Utilizing Outside Agencies; Communications; Dynamics of Crowds & Progression to Violence; Intelligence Gathering & Surveillance; Documenting the Event; De-escalation; Police Response - Area Containment; Area Denial; Moving Crowds; Forming Skirmish Lines ; Utilizing Arrest Teams; In-field Identification of Arrestees; Transporting & Processing Arrestees; Documentation of Action Taken; and After-Action Plans.

Designed for police supervisors—especially new supervisors—and officers aspiring to promotion who seek to strengthen their leadership skills, this course covers critical topics essential to any law enforcement agency. We provide practical, no-nonsense guidance to help supervisors build strong relationships with subordinates and leadersh
Designed for police supervisors—especially new supervisors—and officers aspiring to promotion who seek to strengthen their leadership skills, this course covers critical topics essential to any law enforcement agency. We provide practical, no-nonsense guidance to help supervisors build strong relationships with subordinates and leadership while ensuring compliance with risk management and statutory requirements. Gain a deep understanding of the supervisory role, daily expectations, and the mindset needed for success. Key topics include leadership principles, motivation techniques, communication strategies, team dynamics, and effective discipline. Also examine modern supervisory challenges, the balance between para-military and business models, compliance with policies, POST requirements, and statutory mandates.
This course equips law enforcement supervisors with the tools necessary to lead with confidence, manage personnel effectively, and prepare for future career advancement—where the rubber meets the road.

Designed for EMS, this will help to better understand the unique dynamics of these responses; including changes in the police response; recognizing danger signs; protecting yourself & victims: best practices for the victim’s physical and emotional wellbeing; speaking with victims; injuries associated with these crimes; recognizing & prote
Designed for EMS, this will help to better understand the unique dynamics of these responses; including changes in the police response; recognizing danger signs; protecting yourself & victims: best practices for the victim’s physical and emotional wellbeing; speaking with victims; injuries associated with these crimes; recognizing & protecting physical evidence; understanding your potential role in the prosecution of offenders. OEMS approved for 2.5 CEC.

Seeking advancement in rank in the public safety sector is competitive and hard work. There are preparations you can make to better position yourself to attain your goals of advancement. This course provides the information to reach top achievement in your job, as well as help improve your attitude, and ultimately helping you to advancem
Seeking advancement in rank in the public safety sector is competitive and hard work. There are preparations you can make to better position yourself to attain your goals of advancement. This course provides the information to reach top achievement in your job, as well as help improve your attitude, and ultimately helping you to advancement. Topics & Objectives include: What do departments look for in command staff? Understanding leadership. How to become an effective leader. Understanding the dynamics of your agency. Understanding how our personalities affect our work abilities. How to achieve success in your department. Becoming an invaluable team member. The importance of attitude. Accepting new challenges. Mentally & physically preparing for advancement. Study & testing strategies. Learning key interview strategies. Learning to accept your new role.

This course examines the difficulties presented to modern day police officers. It offers an in-depth analysis on the media's narrative of the public's perception of police; the realities & myths of these perceptions; how this perception affects us; and how to overcome it. The course focuses on the importance of team building and the respo
This course examines the difficulties presented to modern day police officers. It offers an in-depth analysis on the media's narrative of the public's perception of police; the realities & myths of these perceptions; how this perception affects us; and how to overcome it. The course focuses on the importance of team building and the responsibility of every member to work towards the agency's public safety mission. It is designed to reinvigorate and motivate attendees, provide self reflection, and help maintain the proper attitude to provide excellent public service and protection. Course topics & objectives include: Revisiting why we chose our profession; The importance of teamwork in public safety; How to build a better team; Understanding the narrative of public perception; Understanding & avoiding cynicism; Recognizing & handling workplace stressors; The importance of, and becoming leaders; Preventing burnout & reviving our mission-driven attitudes;

Making the transition from answering calls to performing additional administrative functions can be frustrating and difficult. As your experience in your organization grows, so should your ability to perform a variety of necessary tasks. This course will help rank and file personnel to discover what it takes to successfully perform these
Making the transition from answering calls to performing additional administrative functions can be frustrating and difficult. As your experience in your organization grows, so should your ability to perform a variety of necessary tasks. This course will help rank and file personnel to discover what it takes to successfully perform these administrative tasks. Whether recently promoted or assigned, or you want to prepare for the future, this course will help you become efficient and effective in your administrative duties. This is an excellent course for new those involved in scheduling, training, grant management, detectives, accreditation and evidence officers, inspections, firearms licensing, and community policing officers, and anyone with additional administrative responsibilities. This course is helpful to emergency dispatchers, police, and fire personnel who are required to perform administrative functions.

Developed and presented by Dr. Eric Soule, this course was created specifically for police and firefighters who are routinely dispatched into the field. This course focuses on providing you with the tools you need to perform your best when lives are on the line. You’ll get insights and strategies to keep yourself physically and mentall
Developed and presented by Dr. Eric Soule, this course was created specifically for police and firefighters who are routinely dispatched into the field. This course focuses on providing you with the tools you need to perform your best when lives are on the line. You’ll get insights and strategies to keep yourself physically and mentally healthy and fit for duty. In addition, you will be introduced to the Cloak Training Method, customized to your job-specific training goals.
"Amazing class that had direct connection with communications and the vital role we play".
Patti, Emergency Dispatcher
"Excellent energy of instructor and great ability to engage and solicit participation"
JP, Fire Chief
"What I learned today will be extremely useful to preventing injuries and staying fit for duty"
KL, Firefighter
"The instructors brought many years of experience from various aspects of law enforcement"
Lesley, Emergency Dispatcher
"Great to have instructors who are passionate & knowledgeable about the topic"
Alexandria, Emergency Dispatcher
"Better than anticipated and I am looking forward to putting the information to work, I will attend more trainings from Progressive LEC"
Rick, Police Captain
"Very proactive to see fire, police and public safety train together"
Pablo, Public Safety Director
Overview:
At PLEC, we pride ourselves on our extensive expertise in all facets of public safety, including law enforcement, emergency dispatching, fire services, and EMS. Our dedicated team is committed to enhancing community safety through comprehensive training and support.
Founders:
Our founders bring a wealth of experience in investigations, emergency communications, administration, community engagement, and operational planning. This diverse background enables us to offer well-rounded solutions tailored to the unique needs of public safety agencies.
Team of Instructors and Advisors:
We boast a team of some of the most qualified instructors and advisors in the region. With deep ties to Southern New England, Central, and Western Massachusetts, our local expertise ensures that we understand the specific challenges and needs of the public safety landscape in our area.
Training Programs:
Our instructors are not only highly knowledgeable but also engaging, providing up-to-date information across a variety of subject matters. We offer customized training programs designed to meet the demands of today's public safety professionals, ensuring that participants are equipped with the latest skills and knowledge.
Commitment to Quality:
We are dependable, affordable, and easy to work with, ensuring a seamless experience for all our clients. Our commitment to excellence guarantees success in every training session and partnership.
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