Central Kansas Library System

Every day, people are faced with critical, life-threatening situations – in times of trouble, who can help? In this title, readers will get to know the SWAT team members who arrive on the scene when special weapons and tactics are needed. Chapters highlight the history of SWAT as well as the training, tools, and knowledge these specialists need to save lives and property during bomb threats, hostage situations, or when apprehending dangerous criminals....

Every day, people are faced with critical, life-threatening situations – in times of trouble, who can help? In this title, readers will get to know the search & rescue personnel who arrive on the scene to help people in distress. Chapters highlight the different types of search & rescue procedures as well as the training, tools, and knowledge search & rescue teams need to find missing persons, provide disaster aid, and support other emergency workers....

Every day, people are faced with critical, life-threatening situations – in times of trouble, who can help? In this title, readers will get to know the police officers who arrive on the scene of the crime or emergency. Chapters highlight the different kinds of law enforcement officers as well as the training, tools, and knowledge police forces need to save lives and property, collect evidence, investigate crimes, and uphold the law. An interview...