Back to the Basics: Workplace Violence and Active Shooter Prevention

February 13, 2025
Harry Earle
Assistant Director, Law Enforcement Services; J.A. Montgomery Consulting
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In this episode, Harry Earle delves into workplace violence and active shooter prevention. He emphasizes the "three P's" of prevention: People, Plan and Protect, advocating for a focus on mental health, comprehensive safety plans and protective measures. He highlights the importance of technology, threat assessment teams and community wellness in creating a safer workplace environment. The episode concludes with resources and encouragement for ongoing education.

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Harry Earle
Assistant Director, Law Enforcement Services; J.A. Montgomery Consulting

Speaker Biography

Summer of Qualifications
Earle previously served as a law enforcement officer for 32 years (1987-2019) in various positions, including nine years as the of Chief of Police of the Gloucester Township Police Department in New Jersey.

He also regularly presents on the topics of leadership, violence prevention, and risk management.

Responsibilities
Earle assist clients in recognizing risk, challenges, and designing and implementing risk control and safety programs to mitigate losses and improve the overall safety environment.

Business Experience
- Glocuester Township Police Department, 1987-2019
- National Criminal Justice Training Center, Associate Instructor, 2019-Present
- J.A. Montgomery Consulting, 2019-Present

Professional Affiliations
- International Association of Chiefs of Police
- Police Executive Research Forum
- American Society of Industrial Security
- New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police
- Camden County Chiefs of Police Association

Education
- B.A., Criminal Justice, Thomas Edison State University
- M.A., Human Resource Development, Seton Hall University

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