Tips, Tactics and Tools Podcast: Recent Episodes
Brink Fidler
Tips, Tactics, and Tools for a Safer Tomorrow was born out of several conversations between Brink and Tom that always revolved around how they focus on properly educating their clients in order to maximize their effectiveness and customer service.
In this special episode, we break down the Uvalde shooting and discuss future effective mitigation strategies to protect our schools.
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Tips, Tactics, and Tools for a Safer Tomorrow was born out of several conversations between Brink Fidler and Tom Herring that always revolved around how they focus on properly educating their clients in order to maximize their effectiveness and customer service.
Both companies strive to meet the same end goal and that is to increase the safety and security posture of their clients.
Brink’s company, Defend Systems, specializes in physical security consulting and active shooter mitigation training, while Tom’s company, Herring Technology, focuses on being the best security technology integrator in the industry that can provide a one stop shop for any client’s technology needs.
The focus of this podcast is to educate and empower people. We discuss everything related to safety and security be it at home, work, church, or the mall. We take an in depth look at security technology, ease of use, reliability, and DIY products for homeowners.
Follow Brink:
www.defendsystems.com
Follow Tom:
www.herringtechnology.com
Tips, Tactics and Tools is Produced and Edited by www.jimmccarthyvoiceovers.com
Brink and Tom are back at it kicking off 2022 with new episodes! It’s been awhile since we last were on and there have been quite a few changes in our culture.
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As usual, a few things came up:
2:30 - BRINK - How sad is it that I have a company that does what it does?
4:30 - TOM - What vertical has been the most lucrative? Anything with humans involved.
6:20 - BRINK - Violent crime in Nashville is through the roof.
7:40 - BRINK - When was the last time you saw a Nashville Metro Officer on a traffic stop?
10:00 - BRINK - Push for privacy regarding license plate readers
11:40 - BRINK - PD doesn't have the manpower to be proactive, we're reactive policing.
14:25 - BRINK - Tasers can feel like pistols
17:00 - BRINK - What changed in these jurisdictions that got us to where we are?
17:30 - TOM - 12 Cities announced record homicides
19:00 - BRINK - Back the Blue
21:00 - BRINK - Defund the Police movement taking a turn
24:00 - TOM - We were a naive society
28:30 - BRINK - Nashville PD Chief is trying to hold the department together
Tips, Tactics, and Tools for a Safer Tomorrow was born out of several conversations between Brink Fidler and Tom Herring that always revolved around how they focus on properly educating their clients in order to maximize their effectiveness and customer service.
Both companies strive to meet the same end goal and that is to increase the safety and security posture of their clients.
Brink’s company, Defend Systems, specializes in physical security consulting and active shooter mitigation training, while Tom’s company, Herring Technology, focuses on being the best security technology integrator in the industry that can provide a one stop shop for any client’s technology needs.
The focus of this podcast is to educate and empower people. We discuss everything related to safety and security be it at home, work, church, or the mall. We take an in depth look at security technology, ease of use, reliability, and DIY products for homeowners.
Follow Brink:
www.defendsystems.com
Follow Tom:
www.herringtechnology.com
Tips, Tactics and Tools is Produced and Edited by www.jimmccarthyvoiceovers.com
The battle against business closures and economic shutdowns has been hard fought in 2020.
In Michigan, they have been the Fort Sumter of opening salvos around the country when it comes to a Governor overstepping their bounds.
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In this episode, Brink and Tom talk with Dan McCarthy, an attorney who has led the charge against Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer on behalf of his clients and ultimately the people of the state. It’s not a battle that Dan has aspired to wage, but felt was his duty to do so.
A few things that came up:
-The story of the battle with Michigan Gov. Whitmer
-Gov: “why are you politicizing these shutdowns?”
-Dr. Fauci flip flops
-George Floyd protests and the Gov front and center
-My shutdown orders don’t apply to 1st amendment protests
-Shutdown Movie theater owner wanted to do a “protest” movie showing for Juneteenth
-Appellate court overturned circuit court
-Wanted to make sure no governor can shutdown economies
-The federal government doesn’t have the authority issue mandates
-The President being blamed by Whitmer
-She’s akin to Mayor Cooper
-Pulling other Nashville officers from detail to enforce mask mandates
-Every one of these politicians is in a tough spot
-The issue is you have one person calling the shots
Follow Dan:
https://www.butzel.com/attorneys-attorneys-daniel-mccarthy.html
Tips, Tactics, and Tools for a Safer Tomorrow was born out of several conversations between Brink Fidler and Tom Herring that always revolved around how they focus on properly educating their clients in order to maximize their effectiveness and customer service.
Both companies strive to meet the same end goal and that is to increase the safety and security posture of their clients.
Brink’s company, Defend Systems, specializes in physical security consulting and active shooter mitigation training, while Tom’s company, Herring Technology, focuses on being the best security technology integrator in the industry that can provide a one stop shop for any client’s technology needs.
The focus of this podcast is to educate and empower people. We discuss everything related to safety and security be it at home, work, church, or the mall. We take an in depth look at security technology, ease of use, reliability, and DIY products for homeowners.
Follow Brink:
www.defendsystems.com
Follow Tom:
www.herringtechnology.com
Tips, Tactics and Tools is Produced and Edited by www.jimmccarthyvoiceovers.com
What in the world is going on with people these days? Why does the division in our country seem so deep and irreconcilable?
If one attitude can sum up our culture at the moment, it’s “I’m okay, you’re not okay.”
According to Michael Drew, we’ve been here before. Back in 1940 or so….and 1860 before that. We go through this every 80 years.
Brink and Producer Jim talk to Michael who co-authored a book called, “Pendulum: How Past Generations Shape Our Present and Predict Our Future” and it’s astonishingly accurate.
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In this episode, Brink and Tom talk with Monte Mohr, a leader in the Nashville Real Estate Community who is optimistic but rightfully concerned with the political and ideological direction of Middle Tennessee.
A few things that came up:
-Explanation of Pendulum
-We vs. Me cycles
-We always take a good thing too far
-How Pendulum is playing out right now
-Witchhunt cycle
-Demonization of each political side will increase over the next 10 years
-We go through this every 80 years
-This too, shall pass
-How do we weather this We cycle?
-Identify the hero who will inspire you to rise above what's going on 38:00
-Memory of events dissipates over time
-There is no growth without pain
Pendulum Book:
https://www.amazon.com/Pendulum-Generations-Present-Predict-Future/dp/1452659842
Follow Michael:
www.profluent.com
Tips, Tactics, and Tools for a Safer Tomorrow was born out of several conversations between Brink Fidler and Tom Herring that always revolved around how they focus on properly educating their clients in order to maximize their effectiveness and customer service.
Both companies strive to meet the same end goal and that is to increase the safety and security posture of their clients.
Brink’s company, Defend Systems, specializes in physical security consulting and active shooter mitigation training, while Tom’s company, Herring Technology, focuses on being the best security technology integrator in the industry that can provide a one stop shop for any client’s technology needs.
The focus of this podcast is to educate and empower people. We discuss everything related to safety and security be it at home, work, church, or the mall. We take an in depth look at security technology, ease of use, reliability, and DIY products for homeowners.
Follow Brink:
www.defendsystems.com
Follow Tom:
www.herringtechnology.com
Tips, Tactics and Tools is Produced and Edited by www.jimmccarthyvoiceovers.com
Nashville’s Real Estate market is one of the nation’s hottest at the moment. This has created higher home prices, more interest and an influx of people. While this is all well and good for our local economy, crime is also on the rise as a result.
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In this episode, Brink and Tom talk with Monte Mohr, a leader in the Nashville Real Estate Community who is optimistic but rightfully concerned with the political and ideological direction of Middle Tennessee.
A few things that came up:
-Back the Blue Tennessee
-The state of Nashville's real estate market
-3 areas where realtors need to concentrate for their security
-New agents are vulnerable
-If people would only use their powers for good
-The Devil's hands love idle time
-Criminal fears getting caught
-You have to be worried about the guy coming into your house at 1am because he knows you're home
-There's a big difference between getting a carry permit and winning a gunfight
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There is an uptick in people moving to rural areas and an interest in home/personal security and defense
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Preparing for at home survival
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Learn to be self-sufficient even in wound treatment
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We're a dependent society
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Being mask purgatory
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Let's think independently
Follow Monte:
www.tennesseedreamhomes.com
Tips, Tactics, and Tools for a Safer Tomorrow was born out of several conversations between Brink Fidler and Tom Herring that always revolved around how they focus on properly educating their clients in order to maximize their effectiveness and customer service.
Both companies strive to meet the same end goal and that is to increase the safety and security posture of their clients.
Brink’s company, Defend Systems, specializes in physical security consulting and active shooter mitigation training, while Tom’s company, Herring Technology, focuses on being the best security technology integrator in the industry that can provide a one stop shop for any client’s technology needs.
The focus of this podcast is to educate and empower people. We discuss everything related to safety and security be it at home, work, church, or the mall. We take an in depth look at security technology, ease of use, reliability, and DIY products for homeowners.
Follow Brink:
www.defendsystems.com
Follow Tom:
www.herringtechnology.com
Tips, Tactics and Tools is Produced and Edited by www.jimmccarthyvoiceovers.com
As another national lockdown looms, we seem to be rushing towards a reckoning of sorts.
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In this episode, Brink and Tom talk with Dan Hagen, a Nashville Community Organizer and Musician who sincerely plays to the beat of his own drum….and guitar.
Dan has never shied away from a conversation about defending the liberties granted to us from the nation’s forefathers. His stance is not popular among the Nashville music machine, which has cost him some of the more “popular” gigs. Nonetheless, Dan is unapologetic and has made due regardless.
Recently, Dan helped to organize a legal vehicle convoy protest in front of Nashville Mayor, John Cooper’s home in Belle Meade.
A few things that came up:
-Dan helped to organize a Protest against Mayor Cooper
-Standing firm against lockdowns
-People need to learn to think for themselves again
-Walking into a bank with a mask on
-Healthy people wearing masks, no common sense
-People who accept the masks are likely to accept the vaccine
-The Imperial College model said 2.2 million people would die of COVID
-Weaponizing fear
-Follow the bouncing ball of science
-You have to pick a side rather than a cure
You either believe in principals or you don't
-Nashville PD being sidetracked with mask enforcement
-Why was a Sheriff acting as a security force for Walmart?
-Understanding central banking
-Alexander Hamilton history fallacies
-What is the Federal Reserve
-Lockdowns started on the left coast
-The solution...counter it on a local level
-Illegality of home studio recording
-If you're in business, you're in politics
Follow Dan:
www.danhagenmusic.com
@blueguitarman
Tips, Tactics, and Tools for a Safer Tomorrow was born out of several conversations between Brink Fidler and Tom Herring that always revolved around how they focus on properly educating their clients in order to maximize their effectiveness and customer service.
Both companies strive to meet the same end goal and that is to increase the safety and security posture of their clients.
Brink’s company, Defend Systems, specializes in physical security consulting and active shooter mitigation training, while Tom’s company, Herring Technology, focuses on being the best security technology integrator in the industry that can provide a one stop shop for any client’s technology needs.
The focus of this podcast is to educate and empower people. We discuss everything related to safety and security be it at home, work, church, or the mall. We take an in depth look at security technology, ease of use, reliability, and DIY products for homeowners.
Follow Brink:
www.defendsystems.com
Follow Tom:
www.herringtechnology.com
Tips, Tactics and Tools is Produced and Edited by www.jimmccarthyvoiceovers.com
Owning and being permitted to carry a gun doesn’t come with knowing how to use it properly and what rights you have when you find yourself in an altercation. In this episode, Brink and Tom talk with John Harris, Executive Director of the Tennessee Firearms Association. The Tennessee Firearms Association holds that every American is endowed with certain inalienable rights, granted to us by our Creator, and made our birthright by the sacrifices of the men and women who founded this state and country. The right to keep and bear arms is one of those inalienable rights; one that our government has no authority to infringe or take away. One that our government did not create but merely acknowledges and claims to protect. Listen to this as well as past episodes, comment, ask questions and subscribe to the show: www.tipstacticstools.com A few things that came up: -Fixing the gun permit process -Tennessee is passing 5-12 new bills every year that directly affect gun owners -Why would you get a permit? -Constitutional Carry -What are you supposed to do when you're pulled over and you carry? -Officers think, "More good guys with guns is a good thing." -What is the Castle Doctrine? -History of the 2nd amendment - Particulars in the St. Louis couple case -Gun permits are being applied for at a much higher rate www.tennesseefirearms.com Tennessee Firearms Association, Inc. Tips, Tactics, and Tools for a Safer Tomorrow was born out of several conversations between Brink Fidler and Tom Herring that always revolved around how they focus on properly educating their clients in order to maximize their effectiveness and customer service. Both companies strive to meet the same end goal and that is to increase the safety and security posture of their clients. Brink’s company, Defend Systems, specializes in physical security consulting and active shooter mitigation training, while Tom’s company, Herring Technology, focuses on being the best security technology integrator in the industry that can provide a one stop shop for any client’s technology needs. The focus of this podcast is to educate and empower people. We discuss everything related to safety and security be it at home, work, church, or the mall. We take an in depth look at security technology, ease of use, reliability, and DIY products for homeowners. Follow Brink: www.defendsystems.com Brink Fidler Defend Systems Follow Tom: @Tom Herring Herring Technology www.herringtechnology.com Tips, Tactics and Tools is Produced and Edited by www.jimmccarthyvoiceovers.com
In this remote episode from the Royal Range, Brink and Tom talk with Songwriter Mitch Rossell about the how the music industry has changed since the tragic events in October 2017 at the Route 91 Harvest Festival. Listen to this as well as past episodes, comment, ask questions and subscribe to the show: www.tipstacticstools.com A few things that came up: -Mitch song writes for Garth Brooks -Dealing with COVID in the music business -Wrote "Ask me how I know", "Dive Bar" -Las Vegas changed everything -413 people were hit in Vegas, 86% survival rate -Arenas are more of a controlled environment -Festivals are open -No amount of legislation that can fix heart problems -You can't legislate evil -Unexpected guilty pleasure music Follow Mitch: www.mitchrossell.com @mitchrossell Check out the Royal Range: Royal Range USA www.royalrange.com Tips, Tactics, and Tools for a Safer Tomorrow was born out of several conversations between Brink Fidler and Tom Herring that always revolved around how they focus on properly educating their clients in order to maximize their effectiveness and customer service. Both companies strive to meet the same end goal and that is to increase the safety and security posture of their clients. Brink’s company, Defend Systems, specializes in physical security consulting and active shooter mitigation training, while Tom’s company, Herring Technology, focuses on being the best security technology integrator in the industry that can provide a one stop shop for any client’s technology needs. The focus of this podcast is to educate and empower people. We discuss everything related to safety and security be it at home, work, church, or the mall. We take an in depth look at security technology, ease of use, reliability, and DIY products for homeowners. Follow Brink: www.defendsystems.com Brink Fidler Defend Systems Follow Tom: www.herringtechnology.com Tom Herring Herring Technology Tips, Tactics and Tools is Produced and Edited by www.jimmccarthyvoiceovers.com
In this episode, Brink and Tom talk about the growing demand for guns and ammo and the importance of TRAINING!
Listen to this as well as past episodes, comment, ask questions and subscribe to the show:
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A few things that came up:
-It's great to win a gunfight, but not so great if you don't survive it
-Private citizens are asking about arming up with helmets and body armor
-T-rex Arms trex-arms.com
-We've become fat in America in the sense of never having to deal with attacks on society
-People are realizing they need training in self, home and business defense
-The more you sweat in training, the less you bleed in battle
-False narrative about the Police being able to protect you
-16 PD Chiefs around the country have retired or resigned
-PD's may be demoralized, but communities are also coming together to support them
Tips, Tactics, and Tools for a Safer Tomorrow was born out of several conversations between Brink Fidler and Tom Herring that always revolved around how they focus on properly educating their clients in order to maximize their effectiveness and customer service.
Both companies strive to meet the same end goal and that is to increase the safety and security posture of their clients.
Brink’s company, Defend Systems, specializes in physical security consulting and active shooter mitigation training, while Tom’s company, Herring Technology, focuses on being the best security technology integrator in the industry that can provide a one stop shop for any client’s technology needs.
The focus of this podcast is to educate and empower people. We discuss everything related to safety and security be it at home, work, church, or the mall. We take an in depth look at security technology, ease of use, reliability, and DIY products for homeowners.
Follow Brink:
www.defendsystems.com
Follow Tom:
www.herringtechnology.com
Tips, Tactics and Tools is Produced and Edited by www.jimmccarthyvoiceovers.com
In this episode, Brink and Tom talk with National Radio Host and Nashville Political Defender, Phil Valentine about some close calls he’s had with interesting people….some being a security risk.
Listen to this as well as past episodes, comment, ask questions and subscribe to the show:
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A few things that came up:
-Brink worked undercover in the crowd when Phil fought the State Income Tax
-People use Phil's driveway to hangout
-People are afraid that the riots are coming to their neighborhood
-Kyle Rittenhouse situation
-TN Serious Bodily Injury definition
-Former Nashville Police Chief Anderson: Short Order stand down, wanted to arrest people for violating mask mandate
-Mayor Cooper's twitter feed makes him tone-deaf
-Middle TN is seeing a spike in juvenile violent crime
-Radio host security detail
-ANTIFA being shipped into various locales
Follow Phil:
philvalentine.com
podgoats.com
Tips, Tactics, and Tools for a Safer Tomorrow was born out of several conversations between Brink Fidler and Tom Herring that always revolved around how they focus on properly educating their clients in order to maximize their effectiveness and customer service.
Both companies strive to meet the same end goal and that is to increase the safety and security posture of their clients.
Brink’s company, Defend Systems, specializes in physical security consulting and active shooter mitigation training, while Tom’s company, Herring Technology, focuses on being the best security technology integrator in the industry that can provide a one stop shop for any client’s technology needs.
The focus of this podcast is to educate and empower people. We discuss everything related to safety and security be it at home, work, church, or the mall. We take an in depth look at security technology, ease of use, reliability, and DIY products for homeowners.
Follow Brink:
www.defendsystems.com
Follow Tom:
www.herringtechnology.com
Tips, Tactics and Tools is Produced and Edited by www.jimmccarthyvoiceovers.com
Are you aware of the Castle Doctrine?
With ANTIFA increasingly on the prowl into residential areas, threatening to break into homes, what rights do you have should something happen in your home?
In this episode, Brink and Tom talk about the importance of understanding the Castle Doctrine.
Listen to this as well as past episodes, comment, ask questions and subscribe to the show:
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A few things that came up:
-Brink and Tom noticing a significant uptick in people needing their services
-Safe Room clientele
-Castle Doctrine assumes serious bodily injury or threat if they're your home
-Trial by media
-The Kyle Rittenhouse/Kenosha shooting
-Media bias is off the charts
-Does Castle Doctrine carry over to your vehicle?
-Outside dining BLM scenarios like in Pittsburgh
-We're at a point in our country that you have to do something
Tips, Tactics, and Tools for a Safer Tomorrow was born out of several conversations between Brink Fidler and Tom Herring that always revolved around how they focus on properly educating their clients in order to maximize their effectiveness and customer service.
Both companies strive to meet the same end goal and that is to increase the safety and security posture of their clients.
Brink’s company, Defend Systems, specializes in physical security consulting and active shooter mitigation training, while Tom’s company, Herring Technology, focuses on being the best security technology integrator in the industry that can provide a one stop shop for any client’s technology needs.
The focus of this podcast is to educate and empower people. We discuss everything related to safety and security be it at home, work, church, or the mall. We take an in depth look at security technology, ease of use, reliability, and DIY products for homeowners.
Follow Brink:
www.defendsystems.com
Follow Tom:
www.herringtechnology.com
Tips, Tactics and Tools is Produced and Edited by www.jimmccarthyvoiceovers.com
In this episode, Brink and Tom talk about the importance of having a risk mitigation plan for your workplace, managers and employees with Charles Roselle, CEO of Trinity Risk Solutions.
Charles talks about his chilling experience with protecting then First Lady Bush while working in the Secret Service. His experience in the Secret Service led Charles to become a leader in corporate vulnerability and threat assessments.
Listen to this as well as past episodes, comment, ask questions and subscribe to the show:
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A few things that came up:
-Getting into the Secret Service
-Serving with Bush 2nd and Obama
-September 11th experience and protecting First Lady Laura Bush
-We learn our best lessons from tragedy
-Building a workplace of trust
-Modern workplaces are woefully unprepared
-Proactive approach and empowering your people is key
Connect with/follow Charles:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/charles-roselle/
https://thetrinityrisksolutions.com/
Tips, Tactics, and Tools for a Safer Tomorrow was born out of several conversations between Brink Fidler and Tom Herring that always revolved around how they focus on properly educating their clients in order to maximize their effectiveness and customer service.
Both companies strive to meet the same end goal and that is to increase the safety and security posture of their clients.
Brink’s company, Defend Systems, specializes in physical security consulting and active shooter mitigation training, while Tom’s company, Herring Technology, focuses on being the best security technology integrator in the industry that can provide a one stop shop for any client’s technology needs.
The focus of this podcast is to educate and empower people. We discuss everything related to safety and security be it at home, work, church, or the mall. We take an in depth look at security technology, ease of use, reliability, and DIY products for homeowners.
Follow Brink:
www.defendsystems.com
Follow Tom:
www.herringtechnology.com
Tips, Tactics and Tools is Produced and Edited by www.jimmccarthyvoiceovers.com
In this episode, Brink and Tom talk about the most glaring access point in your home, your garage door. Pro Door Doctor Bill Yuss joins the show to discuss the ways you can shore up the weakest point in your home or business.
Listen to this as well as past episodes, comment, ask questions and subscribe to the show:
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A few things that came up:
-Bill came from Chicago and saw various levels of break ins and crime that involved garage doors
-Many garage doors are thin and easily breached
-Magnetic gates are almost impenetrable (mag lock)
-Liftmaster MyQ app tells you what door is open
-Connections to Key by Amazon helps prevent porch pirating
Connect with/follow Bill Yuss:
www.prodoordoctor.com
@billyusslimited
Tips, Tactics, and Tools for a Safer Tomorrow was born out of several conversations between Brink Fidler and Tom Herring that always revolved around how they focus on properly educating their clients in order to maximize their effectiveness and customer service.
Both companies strive to meet the same end goal and that is to increase the safety and security posture of their clients.
Brink’s company, Defend Systems, specializes in physical security consulting and active shooter mitigation training, while Tom’s company, Herring Technology, focuses on being the best security technology integrator in the industry that can provide a one stop shop for any client’s technology needs.
The focus of this podcast is to educate and empower people. We discuss everything related to safety and security be it at home, work, church, or the mall. We take an in depth look at security technology, ease of use, reliability, and DIY products for homeowners.
Follow Brink:
www.defendsystems.com
Follow Tom:
www.herringtechnology.com
Tips, Tactics and Tools is Produced and Edited by www.jimmccarthyvoiceovers.com
In this episode, Brink and Tom talk about the various ways you can make your home or facility a harder target for would be criminals.
Listen to this as well as past episodes, comment, ask questions and subscribe to the show:
www.tipstacticstools.com
A few things that came up:
Access control, who has true control?
Lighting can make your facility or home a softer or harder target
You have personal responsibility with whatever system you get
Complacency kills
Most receive education from the manufacturer, DON'T DO THAT!
Government and lowest bidder systems
Garage door is a major concern...pull cord
Tips, Tactics, and Tools for a Safer Tomorrow was born out of several conversations between Brink Fidler and Tom Herring that always revolved around how they focus on properly educating their clients in order to maximize their effectiveness and customer service.
Both companies strive to meet the same end goal and that is to increase the safety and security posture of their clients.
Brink’s company, Defend Systems, specializes in physical security consulting and active shooter mitigation training, while Tom’s company, Herring Technology, focuses on being the best security technology integrator in the industry that can provide a one stop shop for any client’s technology needs.
The focus of this podcast is to educate and empower people. We discuss everything related to safety and security be it at home, work, church, or the mall. We take an in depth look at security technology, ease of use, reliability, and DIY products for homeowners.
Follow Brink:
www.defendsystems.com
Follow Tom:
www.herringtechnology.com
Tips, Tactics and Tools is Produced and Edited by www.jimmccarthyvoiceovers.com
In this episode, Brink and Tom talk about the fallacy of just throwing cameras up onto a building. In this day and age, it takes a true security and defense strategy to adequately keep your property protected.
Listen to this as well as past episodes, comment, ask questions and subscribe to the show:
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A few things that came up:
Tom is tired of competing with prosumer systems
The Sam's Club system isn't what Sam's Club uses
Technology is not perfect and can and will fail
Considering battery backup systems, UPS systems
Power lag problems with generators
Camera placement is key
Arguing over megapixels
Mask wearing becoming a problem for ID'ing culprits
These aren't my pants"
The difference between recognition and Identification
Using digital PTZ (pan, tilt, zoom)
Figure out what your endgame is, what is the problem you're trying to solve
Hollywood movies, image enhancement?
Let the home systems be for the home
Power and communication is critical
Tips, Tactics, and Tools for a Safer Tomorrow was born out of several conversations between Brink Fidler and Tom Herring that always revolved around how they focus on properly educating their clients in order to maximize their effectiveness and customer service.
Both companies strive to meet the same end goal and that is to increase the safety and security posture of their clients.
Brink’s company, Defend Systems, specializes in physical security consulting and active shooter mitigation training, while Tom’s company, Herring Technology, focuses on being the best security technology integrator in the industry that can provide a one stop shop for any client’s technology needs.
The focus of this podcast is to educate and empower people. We discuss everything related to safety and security be it at home, work, church, or the mall. We take an in depth look at security technology, ease of use, reliability, and DIY products for homeowners.
Follow Brink:
www.defendsystems.com
Follow Tom:
www.herringtechnology.com
Tips, Tactics and Tools is Produced and Edited by www.jimmccarthyvoiceovers.com
In this episode, Brink and Tom talk about what to do if you’re in the middle of a mob scene.
Listen to this as well as past episodes, comment, ask questions and subscribe to the show:
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A few things that came up:
Nashville going through COVID, Tornados, Riots, Protests
What to do when driving into an angry mob
Highway protests
Mob Mentality
21 foot rule.....
Don't put yourself into those situations if you can.
CHOP Zone murder
If you think this is only reserved for the cities, think again
BLM is a fundraising arm of the Dem party
HAVE A PLAN!!
Our society's mentality is stop and watch
Tips, Tactics, and Tools for a Safer Tomorrow was born out of several conversations between Brink Fidler and Tom Herring that always revolved around how they focus on properly educating their clients in order to maximize their effectiveness and customer service.
Both companies strive to meet the same end goal and that is to increase the safety and security posture of their clients.
Brink’s company, Defend Systems, specializes in physical security consulting and active shooter mitigation training, while Tom’s company, Herring Technology, focuses on being the best security technology integrator in the industry that can provide a one stop shop for any client’s technology needs.
The focus of this podcast is to educate and empower people. We discuss everything related to safety and security be it at home, work, church, or the mall. We take an in depth look at security technology, ease of use, reliability, and DIY products for homeowners.
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In this episode, Brink and Tom talk with Randy Atlas of Atlas Safety & Security Design, Inc the lack of situational awareness at many facilities and the false sense of security that a camera system with no strategy can create.
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A few things that came up:
Randy is a CPTED Expert - Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design
How Randy discovered his Architectural passion
Learned to ballroom dance
Working on a campus where Ted Bundy prowled
Turned his training into designing safer and more secure jails that looked more contemporary
Had to pivot to design shopping centers, hospitals, etc
Called by several attorneys to be an expert witness
Defending against MS-13
Ask did you Create, Promote and Allow an event to happen?
Frustration at lack of situational awareness
Tom attended one of Randy's classes, taught about problem seeking, not solving
Having a game plan for cameras and technology
What's the purpose of each camera location?
Who's going to monitor it?
Asking the right questions
Throwing money at the problem without a plan will only make you "feel" safer
COVID cases growing
How to provide services under the COVID situation
How to create architecturally "safe" environments for schools
Politics, Protests and Pandemics
Mass surface temperature scanning
The times are changing and we need to adapt
CPTED is a course of consequences
Lookout for the agendas
It's a dangerously developing world
Tips, Tactics, and Tools for a Safer Tomorrow was born out of several conversations between Brink Fidler and Tom Herring that always revolved around how they focus on properly educating their clients in order to maximize their effectiveness and customer service.
Both companies strive to meet the same end goal and that is to increase the safety and security posture of their clients.
Brink’s company, Defend Systems, specializes in physical security consulting and active shooter mitigation training, while Tom’s company, Herring Technology, focuses on being the best security technology integrator in the industry that can provide a one stop shop for any client’s technology needs.
The focus of this podcast is to educate and empower people. We discuss everything related to safety and security be it at home, work, church, or the mall. We take an in depth look at security technology, ease of use, reliability, and DIY products for homeowners.
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In this episode, Brink and Tom continue to talk about a step by step method to prevent your home from being an invasion or theft target and ways to defend it should someone breach it.
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A few things that came up:
The racking of a shotgun is a universal sound
Using a laser or light to deter criminal activity
Downside of a shotgun is storage
Where to place a shotgun
Use a pistol to get to the shotgun
Training is essential
Remington 870
Short barrel shotgun with an 18" barrel
Brink is a Glock 19 guy
Rent weapons, and find the one that's right for you
If you don't have the ability to protect your home and family, then what?
The benefits of an AR system
TRAINING TRAINING TRAINING
How many steps to your kid's door/stairs?
GFGU
Working your floor plan
Lean-to lock for closet doors
Hotel security and defense
Defund the police???
Response times are 3 minutes as it stands
Tips, Tactics, and Tools for a Safer Tomorrow was born out of several conversations between Brink Fidler and Tom Herring that always revolved around how they focus on properly educating their clients in order to maximize their effectiveness and customer service.
Both companies strive to meet the same end goal and that is to increase the safety and security posture of their clients.
Brink’s company, Defend Systems, specializes in physical security consulting and active shooter mitigation training, while Tom’s company, Herring Technology, focuses on being the best security technology integrator in the industry that can provide a one stop shop for any client’s technology needs.
The focus of this podcast is to educate and empower people. We discuss everything related to safety and security be it at home, work, church, or the mall. We take an in depth look at security technology, ease of use, reliability, and DIY products for homeowners.
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In this episode, Brink and Tom talk about a step by step method to prevent your home from being an invasion or theft target and ways to defend it should someone breach it.
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A few things that came up:
There is an uptick in crime
Tom has video footage showing kids casing high end neighborhoods
Kids are armed and brazen
LOCK YOUR DOORS!!
What does a layman do?
Garage thieves are typically just wanting to steal
If they breach your residence, it's a different story
Acronym DEFEND:
Deter
Evade
Fortify
Evalute
Notify
Defend
Get a Haven lock
Get a coating on glass...security film
Tom's Acronym: DDD
Delay
Deny
Destroy
It's not the acquisition of cameras, it's the placement
Landscape lighting helps
Make your home a difficult target
Watch the garage door when you leave and when you get home
Get a burglar alarm
Set for instant alarm
Develop a plan with your family
What's your weapon
Go with shotgun over pistol
Tips, Tactics, and Tools for a Safer Tomorrow was born out of several conversations between Brink Fidler and Tom Herring that always revolved around how they focus on properly educating their clients in order to maximize their effectiveness and customer service.
Both companies strive to meet the same end goal and that is to increase the safety and security posture of their clients.
Brink’s company, Defend Systems, specializes in physical security consulting and active shooter mitigation training, while Tom’s company, Herring Technology, focuses on being the best security technology integrator in the industry that can provide a one stop shop for any client’s technology needs.
The focus of this podcast is to educate and empower people. We discuss everything related to safety and security be it at home, work, church, or the mall. We take an in depth look at security technology, ease of use, reliability, and DIY products for homeowners.
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In this episode, Brink and Tom talk about the latest initiatives to defund some of the Nation’s Police forces. The ramifications of these movements could very well prove to be disastrous.
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A few things that came up:
Weren't we just heralding First Responders a few weeks ago?
George Floyd observations
Riots happening right after the arrest
There's just a bad element in some people
No one hates a bad cop more, than a good cop
Nashville billboard: Get 34 days vacation to become a cop
Cops are granted the two biggest responsibilities, the power to take someone's life and/or freedom
Civil War mentality
No police, what's that scenario?
Emotion will bring you to a problem, logic will fix it
Who wants to be a police officer now?
Education is in the same state
Community engagement needs to increase
The solution is training and equipping
Turn off your devices...
Have a media shutdown
Parlay app
Tips, Tactics, and Tools for a Safer Tomorrow was born out of several conversations between Brink Fidler and Tom Herring that always revolved around how they focus on properly educating their clients in order to maximize their effectiveness and customer service.
Both companies strive to meet the same end goal and that is to increase the safety and security posture of their clients.
Brink’s company, Defend Systems, specializes in physical security consulting and active shooter mitigation training, while Tom’s company, Herring Technology, focuses on being the best security technology integrator in the industry that can provide a one stop shop for any client’s technology needs.
The focus of this podcast is to educate and empower people. We discuss everything related to safety and security be it at home, work, church, or the mall. We take an in depth look at security technology, ease of use, reliability, and DIY products for homeowners.
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In this episode, Brink and Tom talk with Scott Richardson with Haven Lock
about the technological advancements that the Haven Lock has brought to the market for fortified home and business security.
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A few things that came up:
Brink's story of testing Scott's haven lock product
Haven Lock story
Getting a Haven Lock for Scott's Mother InLaw
Mechanical, Bluetooth, Wifi and Z wave versions
Tying into smart devices
Gaining security synergy
Complications with Z wave deadbolt tech
Alarms and monitoring don't do anything
Haven over-built the locks for future expansion
Accellerometer can be installed
Tom's cabin break-in story
The goal to delay and deter...
Break-ins last about 8 minutes, response time is much longer
Rigging the lock to be loose enough to flex the door
Classroom locks
Remote operation from a FOB or phone
Having a panic button in class
www.havenlock.com
Tips, Tactics, and Tools for a Safer Tomorrow was born out of several conversations between Brink Fidler and Tom Herring that always revolved around how they focus on properly educating their clients in order to maximize their effectiveness and customer service.
Both companies strive to meet the same end goal and that is to increase the safety and security posture of their clients.
Brink’s company, Defend Systems, specializes in physical security consulting and active shooter mitigation training, while Tom’s company, Herring Technology, focuses on being the best security technology integrator in the industry that can provide a one stop shop for any client’s technology needs.
The focus of this podcast is to educate and empower people. We discuss everything related to safety and security be it at home, work, church, or the mall. We take an in depth look at security technology, ease of use, reliability, and DIY products for homeowners.
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In this episode, Brink and Tom talk with Paul Marshall about the importance of getting a security plan in place BEFORE you need one. In this day and age, it’s something to take very seriously. Listen to this as well as past episodes, comment, ask questions and subscribe to the show: www.tipstacticstools.com A few things that came up: The nature of a school campus is a city within a city Statistics are that you're more likely to be hit by a tornado than be involved in an active shooter event All hazard and security assessment TN Higher Ed recognized the need for the support provided by Paul Tactical Emergency Casualty Care Being NAEMT Certified Campuses need to develop an emergency operations plan Communications between municipal emergency services is terrible How to deploy strategic communication Make sure those involved in an emergency have met prior to an emergency The training experience is as real as it gets Tips, Tactics, and Tools for a Safer Tomorrow was born out of several conversations between Brink Fidler and Tom Herring that always revolved around how they focus on properly educating their clients in order to maximize their effectiveness and customer service. Both companies strive to meet the same end goal and that is to increase the safety and security posture of their clients. Brink’s company, Defend Systems, specializes in physical security consulting and active shooter mitigation training, while Tom’s company, Herring Technology, focuses on being the best security technology integrator in the industry that can provide a one stop shop for any client’s technology needs. The focus of this podcast is to educate and empower people. We discuss everything related to safety and security be it at home, work, church, or the mall. We take an in depth look at security technology, ease of use, reliability, and DIY products for homeowners. Follow Brink: www.defendsystems.com Follow Tom: www.herringtechnology.com Tips, Tactics and Tools is Produced and Edited by www.jimmccarthyvoiceovers.com
In this episode, Brink and Tom talk with Steve Sutton about the use of thermal imaging cameras to detect whether or not people with a fever are entering businesses and other facilities in the age of COVID-19. As businesses and schools open back up, it may be an inconceivable task to assess temperatures on a one by one basis for fever as an indicator of a COVID-19 infection. Many people have concerns about privacy, which Tom, Brink and Steve discuss in depth as well. Listen to this as well as past episodes, comment, ask questions and subscribe to the show: www.tipstacticstools.com A few things that came up: Temperature monitoring stations Temperature sensing camera technology Facial detection Employees are ecstatic about being able to come back to work How does this get deployed? Tom's temperature story Invasion of privacy discussion Good Fearing Gun Owners False positive readings Adamant about not storing ID or similar information Businesses may enact policies to take temps What's a reasonable expectation of privacy There's a CYA aspect Tips, Tactics, and Tools for a Safer Tomorrow was born out of several conversations between Brink Fidler and Tom Herring that always revolved around how they focus on properly educating their clients in order to maximize their effectiveness and customer service. Both companies strive to meet the same end goal and that is to increase the safety and security posture of their clients. Brink’s company, Defend Systems, specializes in physical security consulting and active shooter mitigation training, while Tom’s company, Herring Technology, focuses on being the best security technology integrator in the industry that can provide a one stop shop for any client’s technology needs. The focus of this podcast is to educate and empower people. We discuss everything related to safety and security be it at home, work, church, or the mall. We take an in depth look at security technology, ease of use, reliability, and DIY products for homeowners. Follow Brink: www.defendsystems.com Follow Tom: www.herringtechnology.com Tips, Tactics and Tools is Produced and Edited by www.jimmccarthyvoiceovers.com
In this episode, Brink and Tom talk about the use of thermal imaging cameras to detect whether or not people with a fever are entering businesses and other facilities in the age of COVID-19.
Listen to this as well as past episodes, comment, ask questions and subscribe to the show:
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A few things that came up:
How thermal imaging cameras work
They don’t detect fever, just high temps
How do they alert those using them?
What’s the reasonable expectation of privacy? If there are cameras, just about none.
Tragedy sometimes spurs the greatest innovations
How can drinking coffee affect temperature readings?
How the handheld devices work
Tips, Tactics, and Tools for a Safer Tomorrow was born out of several conversations between Brink Fidler and Tom Herring that always revolved around how they focus on properly educating their clients in order to maximize their effectiveness and customer service.
Both companies strive to meet the same end goal and that is to increase the safety and security posture of their clients.
Brink’s company, Defend Systems, specializes in physical security consulting and active shooter mitigation training, while Tom’s company, Herring Technology, focuses on being the best security technology integrator in the industry that can provide a one stop shop for any client’s technology needs.
The focus of this podcast is to educate and empower people. We discuss everything related to safety and security be it at home, work, church, or the mall. We take an in depth look at security technology, ease of use, reliability, and DIY products for homeowners.
Follow Brink:
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In this episode, Brink and Tom talk about the rising burglary rates due to businesses being vacant, plus home invasions...which lead to the question, is it time to arm up?
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A few things that came up:
Commercial burglaries are creeping up
Good lighting is essential
Make sure landscaping is kept up
Good cameras in strategic spots
Deny, delay, destroy
Keep stuff out of sight
2x4 as a door stop
Home invasions are happening
Weapon systems of choice for home defense
Magazine-fed rifle
Six shooter isn’t a battle gun
The steps to gun ownership
Tips, Tactics, and Tools for a Safer Tomorrow was born out of several conversations between Brink Fidler and Tom Herring that always revolved around how they focus on properly educating their clients in order to maximize their effectiveness and customer service.
Both companies strive to meet the same end goal and that is to increase the safety and security posture of their clients.
Brink’s company, Defend Systems, specializes in physical security consulting and active shooter mitigation training, while Tom’s company, Herring Technology, focuses on being the best security technology integrator in the industry that can provide a one stop shop for any client’s technology needs.
The focus of this podcast is to educate and empower people. We discuss everything related to safety and security be it at home, work, church, or the mall. We take an in depth look at security technology, ease of use, reliability, and DIY products for homeowners.
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In this episode, Brink and Tom talk to Ryan Cleckner about various gun laws and his firearms training technology platforms.
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While in law school, Ryan worked as the manager of Federal government relations for the firearms industry’s trade association, the National Shooting Sports Foundation in Newtown, CT.
Ryan then served as an attorney and as a Vice President over compliance and security for the largest firearms manufacturer in the country, Remington Outdoor Company (formerly Freedom Group) which is made up of many industry brands such as Remington, Bushmaster, DPMS, AAC, Dakota, Barnes, and many more.
Ryan traveled nearly non-stop which was taxing his time with his family which now included two small children. Knowing his priorities, Ryan moved with his family to Huntsville, AL to help set up a new facility as part of his exit.
Ryan then started teaching Constitutional Law courses at the University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH). Although he currently lives in Franklin, TN, he still commutes down to Huntsville to teach because he loves teaching so much.
While teaching at UAH, Ryan wrote a book on long-range shooting from which he donates 25% of the proceeds to military charities. That book far exceeded Ryan’s expectations – it has been the #1 Bestseller on Amazon in its category for over two years and has sold more than 40,000 copies to date.
Because of his success writing and producing other media, Ryan has all but stopped practicing law. This has allowed him to start and run a few different companies including one that focuses on organizational safety.
Tips, Tactics, and Tools for a Safer Tomorrow was born out of several conversations between Brink Fidler and Tom Herring that always revolved around how they focus on properly educating their clients in order to maximize their effectiveness and customer service.
Both companies strive to meet the same end goal and that is to increase the safety and security posture of their clients.
Brink’s company, Defend Systems, specializes in physical security consulting and active shooter mitigation training, while Tom’s company, Herring Technology, focuses on being the best security technology integrator in the industry that can provide a one stop shop for any client’s technology needs.
The focus of this podcast is to educate and empower people. We discuss everything related to safety and security be it at home, work, church, or the mall. We take an in depth look at security technology, ease of use, reliability, and DIY products for homeowners.
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In this episode, Brink and Tom talk about how the COVID-19 crisis could awaken a new surge of drug cartel terrorism.
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A few things that came up:
-TTT Crime and Criminal Syndicates exploiting pandemic
-How the Mafia is working Italy
-“You cannot underestimate an alliance cemented by despair.”
-President announced an increase in patrol
-Media not reporting on it because it doesn’t support pro-undocumented immigrant agenda
-Bad times make good people make bad decisions
-Borrower is always slave to the lender
-People will always find money for drugs
-Cartels are experiencing a pinch on supplies to manufacture
-Thoughts on the US Government’s PPP, Grant and SBA emergency stimulus programs
-How will this change the culture of the country?
-Education will be affected especially with Colleges
Tips, Tactics, and Tools for a Safer Tomorrow was born out of several conversations between Brink Fidler and Tom Herring that always revolved around how they focus on properly educating their clients in order to maximize their effectiveness and customer service.
Both companies strive to meet the same end goal and that is to increase the safety and security posture of their clients.
Brink’s company, Defend Systems, specializes in physical security consulting and active shooter mitigation training, while Tom’s company, Herring Technology, focuses on being the best security technology integrator in the industry that can provide a one stop shop for any client’s technology needs.
The focus of this podcast is to educate and empower people. We discuss everything related to safety and security be it at home, work, church, or the mall. We take an in depth look at security technology, ease of use, reliability, and DIY products for homeowners.
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In this episode, Brink and Tom talk about the realities of what is Martial Law, what youou can expect and tips on how to navigate through it. Listen to this as well as past episodes, comment, ask questions and subscribe to the show: www.tipstacticstools.com A few things that came up: -What is Martial Law, really? -It does take a village to get through tough times -The leaders are within their rights to enact certain suspensions of liberties -A community has the right to protect itself from an epidemic -2 types of martial law -Martial Law is more of a state issue -Domestic disturbance calls might be up! -Some interpretations say we're already under Martial Law -So much hype on social media -Don't push the envelope...band together and get this behind us -Be nice to the people who have to be working during this and TIP Tips, Tactics, and Tools for a Safer Tomorrow was born out of several conversations between Brink Fidler and Tom Herring that always revolved around how they focus on properly educating their clients in order to maximize their effectiveness and customer service. Both companies strive to meet the same end goal and that is to increase the safety and security posture of their clients. Brink’s company, Defend Systems, specializes in physical security consulting and active shooter mitigation training, while Tom’s company, Herring Technology, focuses on being the best security technology integrator in the industry that can provide a one stop shop for any client’s technology needs. The focus of this podcast is to educate and empower people. We discuss everything related to safety and security be it at home, work, church, or the mall. We take an in depth look at security technology, ease of use, reliability, and DIY products for homeowners. Follow Brink: www.defendsystems.com Follow Tom: www.herringtechnology.com Tips, Tactics and Tools is Produced and Edited by www.jimmccarthyvoiceovers.com
In this episode, Brink and Tom go over all the ways you can keep your home and family secure and safe during the COVID-19 Pandemic.
A few things that came up:
-Stay off the phone when you’re out, know your surroundings
-Keep doors locked
-Use your lights on your house at night
-Situational awareness
-Good people may get forced to make bad decisions
-Setup a working pantry
-This pandemic will change the mindset of a lot of people
-Don’t make yourself a victim
-Pay attention to your posture, get in and get out.
-Do not panic buy firearms
-Listen to your instinct in times of panic
-Are you able to see your business when you’re quarantined
-Communities typically pull together to defend everyone
-Don’t broadcast what you have or show pictures on social media
-Drive though testing centers potentially blocking cctv systems
-Long term Food storage and medical options
-Support your local businesses as best as you can
-Use takeout, Let the food that will last, last!
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Tips, Tactics, and Tools for a Safer Tomorrow was born out of several conversations between Brink Fidler and Tom Herring that always revolved around how they focus on properly educating their clients in order to maximize their effectiveness and customer service.
Both companies strive to meet the same end goal and that is to increase the safety and security posture of their clients.
Brink’s company, Defend Systems, specializes in physical security consulting and active shooter mitigation training, while Tom’s company, Herring Technology, focuses on being the best security technology integrator in the industry that can provide a one stop shop for any client’s technology needs.
The focus of this podcast is to educate and empower people. We discuss everything related to safety and security be it at home, work, church, or the mall. We take an in depth look at security technology, ease of use, reliability, and DIY products for homeowners.
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In this episode, Brink and Tom talk with Chuck Carter about the ever-evolving challenge of school security. Chuck is Director of Security for Harding Academy.
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Tips, Tactics, and Tools for a Safer Tomorrow was born out of several conversations between Brink Fidler and Tom Herring that always revolved around how they focus on properly educating their clients in order to maximize their effectiveness and customer service.
Both companies strive to meet the same end goal and that is to increase the safety and security posture of their clients.
Brink’s company, Defend Systems, specializes in physical security consulting and active shooter mitigation training, while Tom’s company, Herring Technology, focuses on being the best security technology integrator in the industry that can provide a one stop shop for any client’s technology needs.
The focus of this podcast is to educate and empower people. We discuss everything related to safety and security be it at home, work, church, or the mall. We take an in depth look at security technology, ease of use, reliability, and DIY products for homeowners.
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In this episode, Brink and Tom talk with Robert “Bobby” Young, head of Covert Results.
For more than a decade Robert served in many capacities within the police department, including; patrol division, flex unit, crime suppression units, countywide narcotics, and the Drug Task Force. Determined to arm himself with a wide range of skills, Robert took initiative to gain knowledge and certifications in a variety of areas by attending thousands of hours of training, taught by local, state, & federal authorities. Robert’s professional excellence and dedication to service constitutes significant accomplishments, awards, and accolades throughout his productive career.
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Robert also authored a book called gRAY: Rise & Fall of 1422 about the largest cocaine bust in Nashville history.
You can purchase the book here: https://www.amazon.com/gRAY-Rise-Fall-Robert-Young-ebook/dp/B07PSDTG9Y/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=gray+1422&qid=1554921885&s=gateway&sr=8-1
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Tips, Tactics, and Tools for a Safer Tomorrow was born out of several conversations between Brink Fidler and Tom Herring that always revolved around how they focus on properly educating their clients in order to maximize their effectiveness and customer service.
Both companies strive to meet the same end goal and that is to increase the safety and security posture of their clients.
Brink’s company, Defend Systems, specializes in physical security consulting and active shooter mitigation training, while Tom’s company, Herring Technology, focuses on being the best security technology integrator in the industry that can provide a one stop shop for any client’s technology needs.
The focus of this podcast is to educate and empower people. We discuss everything related to safety and security be it at home, work, church, or the mall. We take an in depth look at security technology, ease of use, reliability, and DIY products for homeowners.
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When security is needed more than ever today, how do you navigate the notion of privacy? Herring Technology’s Aaron Hatcher talks about how to balance the virtues of security and privacy. Listen to this as well as past episodes, comment, ask questions and subscribe to the show: www.tipstacticstools.com Tips, Tactics, and Tools for a Safer Tomorrow was born out of several conversations between Brink Fidler and Tom Herring that always revolved around how they focus on properly educating their clients in order to maximize their effectiveness and customer service.
Both companies strive to meet the same end goal and that is to increase the safety and security posture of their clients.
Brink’s company, Defend Systems, specializes in physical security consulting and active shooter mitigation training, while Tom’s company, Herring Technology, focuses on being the best security technology integrator in the industry that can provide a one stop shop for any client’s technology needs.
The focus of this podcast is to educate and empower people. We discuss everything related to safety and security be it at home, work, church, or the mall. We take an in depth look at security technology, ease of use, reliability, and DIY products for homeowners.
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As the old adage goes, "Crime doesn't pay"....well, if that were true, Bill DeSantis would be out of a job.
Bill is a Special Agent for the IRS heading up Criminal Investigations for the US Treasury.
Brink, Tom and Bill discuss the common misconceptions about the IRS and the more dangerous side of things when it comes to criminal investigations into money laundering tax evasion and other illegal tax activities.
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Tips, Tactics, and Tools for a Safer Tomorrow was born out of several conversations between Brink Fidler and Tom Herring that always revolved around how they focus on properly educating their clients in order to maximize their effectiveness and customer service.
Both companies strive to meet the same end goal and that is to increase the safety and security posture of their clients.
Brink’s company, Defend Systems, specializes in physical security consulting and active shooter mitigation training, while Tom’s company, Herring Technology, focuses on being the best security technology integrator in the industry that can provide a one stop shop for any client’s technology needs.
The focus of this podcast is to educate and empower people. We discuss everything related to safety and security be it at home, work, church, or the mall. We take an in depth look at security technology, ease of use, reliability, and DIY products for homeowners.
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Mike Norton is the Director of Security for Christ Presbyterian Church in Nashville.
Brink, Tom and Mike discuss the importance of having an ongoing plan for church and school security and defense strategies.
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Tips, Tactics, and Tools for a Safer Tomorrow was born out of several conversations between Brink Fidler and Tom Herring that always revolved around how they focus on properly educating their clients in order to maximize their effectiveness and customer service.
Both companies strive to meet the same end goal and that is to increase the safety and security posture of their clients.
Brink’s company, Defend Systems, specializes in physical security consulting and active shooter mitigation training, while Tom’s company, Herring Technology, focuses on being the best security technology integrator in the industry that can provide a one stop shop for any client’s technology needs.
The focus of this podcast is to educate and empower people. We discuss everything related to safety and security be it at home, work, church, or the mall. We take an in depth look at security technology, ease of use, reliability, and DIY products for homeowners.
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Camera systems, doorbell cams, alarm monitoring...sure they’re good to have AFTER something happens in or to your home.
What about IF you’re home while something’s happening?
Brink and Tom break down some critical mega tips when it comes to lining up your home’s first line of defense.
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Tips, Tactics, and Tools for a Safer Tomorrow was born out of several conversations between Brink Fidler and Tom Herring that always revolved around how they focus on properly educating their clients in order to maximize their effectiveness and customer service.
Both companies strive to meet the same end goal and that is to increase the safety and security posture of their clients.
Brink’s company, Defend Systems, specializes in physical security consulting and active shooter mitigation training, while Tom’s company, Herring Technology, focuses on being the best security technology integrator in the industry that can provide a one stop shop for any client’s technology needs.
The focus of this podcast is to educate and empower people. We discuss everything related to safety and security be it at home, work, church, or the mall. We take an in depth look at security technology, ease of use, reliability, and DIY products for homeowners.
Tips, Tactics and Tools is Produced and Edited by www.jimmccarthyvoiceovers.com
The Crichton Group is thinking forward when it comes to mitigating, assessing and insuring extreme risks. Rob Sentell - Director of Social Services/Healthcare
Rob joined The Crichton Group in 2009. As Director of Social Services, Rob’s role is to provide strategic direction and growth for the department through relationship management, as well as identifying the needs and applying innovative solutions to clients and prospects in the Social Service arena. He takes a holistic approach to conducting analysis and making recommendations of products and services to clients based on the specific needs of every organization.
Chase Miller - Commercial Insurance Advisor Chase joined The Crichton Group in 2012. He is responsible for evaluating total cost of risk for businesses, developing strategies to help clients and prospects prevent, transfer and mitigate business risks, and cultivate and maintain strong business relationships. His areas of expertise are Social Services and Workers’ Compensation. He is the President of Insurors of Nashville.
K9 does everything from basic obedience all the way to protection dogs and Police K9s. Owner of Nashville K9, Ali Hemyari, details the services they provide, gives us an in depth look at what goes in to their fantastic training program, and gives us quite the education in this episode on all things dog training.
Rest assured that our trainers meet the highest qualifications in the United States. We utilize progressive teaching methods that will solve your daily dog obedience problems. We will go the extra mile to teach you motivational techniques and methods you can’t find anywhere else in Nashville. Through patience, repetition, and consistency, your dog will achieve its highest potential. We will always be available to you for questions, follow up training, and problem solving.
Our background includes the daily training of Police, Search and Rescue, Detection, and Personal Protection dogs. In service to the community, we voluntarily run government K-9 units, assisting municipalities in Police and Search & Rescue cases at no charge to citizens or government entities. We also provide several demonstrations per month to various schools, pet stores, humane society functions, churches, and more. As authorized instructors for the American Red Cross, we offer Pet First Aid instruction to children undergoing Lifesaver Camp, as well as adults interested in learning Pet First Aid in the Middle Tennessee area. We believe that volunteer service is a critical component of giving back to the community and showing our appreciation.
Our breeding program includes hand-selected, internationally certified canines from Europe, with superior work drive, high energy, tremendous intelligence, and obedience that surpasses our competition. The extra time we spend in Europe testing protection dogs and police dogs ensures the finest quality that trainers in the U.S. seldom offer. You can be confident that we hand pick each, and every dog and we personally guarantee lifetime training with every protection dog purchased from us. In the rare occurrence of any problem or conflict, we’ll replace your protection dog with one of equal value.
Michael Fletcher is the Director of Safety and Security for a high performing school district in Tennessee. He works with schools and the district’s central office to improve safety for students, employees and visitors using the all hazards approach by helping to develop, establish and enforce safety and security policies, accident prevention efforts, fire safety, emergency management, asset protection, parking control and traffic enforcement programs. This position also serves as the liaison between the school district and the local Sheriff’s Office School Resource Officer program.
Fletcher also serves as the lieutenant for the reserve deputy program with the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office. He is the senior tactical medical officer for the department's S.W.A.T. team and senior planner for high risk operations, a position he has held since 2005. Mr. Fletcher has attended numerous courses with a focus of SWAT Tactics and High Risk Operations planning throughout the United States. He has had extensive training in CBRNE and WMD planning and preparedness as well.
Prior to working for the Williamson County School District, Fletcher spent 15 years at Williamson Medical Center where he served as a shift supervisor for the emergency medical services department. In that capacity he was directly responsible for EMS operations and planning and was also credentialed to instruct numerous emergency medical curriculums at both the state and national level. He has been a licensed paramedic in the state of Tennessee since 1999.
Michael holds a bachelor’s degree in management and human relations from Trevecca Nazarene University. He is also an instructor trainer for the National Rifle Association’s National School Shield Program which provides law enforcement and school officials with the skills to perform vulnerability assessments, making schools safer across the United States.
Fletcher proudly served in the United States Army’s 82nd Airborne Division until he was medically retired in 1996 after being injured in the line of duty. He lives in Franklin, TN with his wife and two children.
Ronnie Haywood is the operations manager for One Hundred Oaks. We discuss at length how he uses various security technology for security, subcontractor accountability, liability protection, and how it has saved the owner a significant amount of money by investing in quality security technology.
Justin Coker of the Metro Nashville Police Department explains the Rescue Task Force Program in Nashville, what that means to you, and ways to stay safe when attending events.
In this powerful episode, hear about the details of the active shooter attack that occurred at the Burnette Chapel Church of Christ in Antioch, Tennessee. Pastor Spann details the attack, the heroic actions of members, lifesaving details, and the lingering aftermath.
In this episode of Tips, Tactics, and Tools for a Safer Tomorrow, we discuss ways to balance the need for a church to be open and welcoming while also being safe and secure.
In this introductory episode of Tips, Tactics, and Tools for a Safer Tomorrow, co-hosts Tom Herring and Brink Fidler give listeners an inside look on why they created this podcast and what listeners can expect.