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Immigration Updates for County Law Enforcement & Corrections
This post is intended for NIRMA member counties, and in particular county boards, sheriffs, and jail directors, to keep track of the rapid immigration-related developments occurring under the current Federal Administration, and at the Nebraska state level. It is a...

FAQ on the April 2025 Spotlight Seminar Series – Conquer the HR Balancing Act
Now that registration has closed for the upcoming seminars, here are a few common lingering questions and answers: Can I register late? It depends on space available, and whether the food and beverage guarantee has already been submitted at the location you'd like to...

Cyber Security Keypoints from the County Network Security Cooperative
NIRMA is dedicated to providing members with a variety of cybersecurity resources. Below are a series of downloadable flyers produced by the County Network Security Cooperative throughout 2024. These flyers are perfect for posting anywhere employees gather, such as a...

In case you missed it – new safety resources for NIRMA members!
The recording of our recent webinar on newly available NSCN resources can be found under the Events tab. Listen to hear about new safety-related resources and benefits accessible to NIRMA members! Additionally, members may contact the NIRMA office for the one-page...

New Legal Development on Salary Thresholds for Overtime Exemptions – Court reverses both the July 2024 & the Jan. 1, 2025 DOL changes
This alert is posted to make NIRMA members aware of a significant legal development as relates to their employees. PRIOR INFORMATION: At NIRMA's 2024 educational events, attendees received information about the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL)'s recent actions to raise...

Member Resources on Open/Concealed Carry of Firearms
The complex issue of when and where firearms may be carried in county buildings, continues to be a hot topic. Because each scenario requires an individualized analysis based on all of the factual circumstances, we recommend consulting with your county attorney and...
Safety Shorts

April Showers Bring What?
By Chad Engle, Loss Prevention and Safety Manager We all know the saying about April showers bringing May flowers. Spring showers also bring the...

Body Worn Cameras, an Essential Risk Management Tool
By Todd Duncan, Law Enforcement and Safety Specialist Body-worn cameras (BWCs) have become an essential tool in law enforcement, providing...

Managing Loss Potential with Equipment Operation Training
By K C Pawling, Road Safety and Loss Prevention Specialist The efficient and safe operation of equipment is critical to the success of any county or...

Law Enforcement Agency Accreditation, A Risk Management Tool
By Todd Duncan, Law Enforcement and Safety Specialist Achieving agency accreditation through the Nebraska Commission on Law Enforcement and Criminal...

Safety Committees and Money for Minutes
By Chad Engle, Loss Prevention and Safety Manager Money for Minutes winners have been announced, and Money for Minutes awards totaling $7,000 have...

Gravel Hauling and Nebraska’s Load Securement Law
By K C Pawling, Road Safety and Loss Prevention Specialist Nebraska law requires that motor carriers, which include county road departments, secure...
Law Enforcement Roll Call Training
March 2025 Roll Call Training
Jail High-Risk Critical Task- Inmate Grievances One of the most important tools for any jail is the grievance process provided to inmates in order...
February 2025 Roll Call Training
Inmate Classification Classification of arrestees upon entry into jail is an important aspect of the safety and security of the jail, its staff, and...
January 2025 Roll Call Training
Use of Force Any review of law enforcement's use of force must begin by outlining the constitutional authority on the use of force by law...
December 2024 Roll Call Training
Person of Diminished Capacity Every community can expect its law enforcement officers to encounter persons of diminished capacities. This group of...
November 2024 Roll Call Training
Special Operations Law enforcement experience has demonstrated that there are certain high-risk service demands which require specialized units...
October 2024 Roll Call Training
Complaints and Employee Misconduct Pursuant to NRS 81-1414.14, law enforcement agencies shall have a policy regarding accepting and investigating...