POST #21169
June 27, 2024
Choose a morning class or an afternoon class.
8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. OR 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Security threat groups (STGs) are broadly defined as “any group that presents a risk to the security of the institution or personnel”. They are detrimental to the best interests of the inmates because they work in opposition to the orderly function and operation of the institution.
This class will provide staff with a better understanding of identifying, classifying, and managing the individuals in STGs. It will focus on developing the participant’s level of knowledge of gangs as well as current activities, trends and reduction strategies, and it will examine gang intelligence, correctional intelligence protocols, security threats, unit development and operational management. In addition to looking at street gang evolution, gang crime, and gang identification, the class will also address communications, typology, personal safety, and the psychological and sociological impact gangs have on society as well as officer and public safety.
TAKEAWAYS – Participants walk away with:
• An appreciation for the importance of properly classifying members of STGs.
• Managing STGs Sources of Intelligence
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Jeanne Merritt at 573-529-6900 or email at [email protected]
DEADLINE: June 20, 2024
*No refund for class if not attended. 50% refund if canceled 48 hours before class starts.
