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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...
Welcome, Hayes County Agricultural Society
Effective March 12, 2024 NIRMA grew to 113 members overall with the addition of the Hayes County Agricultural Society. Hayes County joined NIRMA in 1989. A warm welcome to the program's 29th county-related public agency member. These entities stand alongside the 84...
Successful Regional Seminars
Thank you to the nearly 300 member officials and employees who attended NIRMA's recent regional Spotlight Seminar Series, the Power of You. The seminars focused on how each individual, no matter their job position, plays their own part in moving the risk management...
Money For Minutes Winners!
By Chad Engle, Loss Prevention and Safety Manager Recognizing and rewarding member county and agency safety committees for their loss prevention efforts is one of the most enjoyable parts of my job. To qualify for this year’s Money for Minutes program, member safety...
Another Successful Recommitment Cycle
It's a strong start to 2024, with recommitment resolutions for continued participation in the NIRMA program now adopted in 100% of eligible member counties. This solidarity is part of what makes the NIRMA program so successful, and powers its forward momentum. NIRMA...
New Year, New Member!
Effective January 8, 2024 NIRMA grew to 112 members overall with the addition of the Seward County Agricultural Society. Seward County is one of NIRMA's charter members. A warm welcome to the program's 28th county-related public agency member. These entities stand...
Safety Shorts
You Are Not Exempt of Responsibility
By K C Pawling, Road Safety and Loss Prevention Specialist A portion of my MSHA training this year was regarding Truck Safety and Operation. Like...
Understanding the Fourth Amendment: Warrantless Searches & Seizures
By Todd Duncan, Law Enforcement and Safety Specialist The Fourth Amendment of the United States Constitution safeguards citizens from unreasonable...
Winter Loss Prevention
By Chad Engle, Loss Prevention Manager and Safety Specialist Last year, my November article focused on this same topic and while I am feeling a...
A County Resident Just Brought a Claim to Your Attention, Now What?
By Chad Engle, Loss Prevention Manager and Safety Specialist In the insurance industry, claims are presented all the time and insurance...
Just A Few Fire Prevention Month Reminders
By K C Pawling, Road Safety and Loss Prevention Specialist For as long as I can remember, October has been fire prevention month. While I was in...
Caught In the Act, Gage County Sheriff’s Office Exemplifying Public Service
By Todd Duncan, Law Enforcement and Safety Specialist This month’s NIRMA law enforcement Safety Short will highlight an example of excellent public...
Law Enforcement Roll Call Training
July 2024 Roll Call Training
High Risk Critical Task / Off Duty Actions The purpose of this order is to adopt safety directives and guidelines for carrying firearms and...
May 2024 Roll Call Training
High Risk Critical Task / Officer Involved Domestic Violence It is the policy of this agency to effectively address domestic misconduct involving...
April 2024 Roll Call Training
High Risk Critical Task / Care, Custody, Restraint and Transportation of Prisoners Law enforcement and corrections officers are often required to...
March 2024 Roll Call Training
High Risk Critical Task / Arrest, Search, and Seizure The provisions of the Constitution restrict the power of the government officials, and...
February 2024 Roll Call Training
High Risk Critical Task / Emergency Vehicle Operation / Pursuit Vehicular pursuits present a danger to the public, law enforcement officers, and...
January 2024 Roll Call Training
High Risk Critical Task / Use of Force Any review of law enforcement's use of force must begin by outlining the constitutional authority on the use...