Conflict

Definition: A disagreement that is expressed in the form of an emotional or physical struggle.

Top 4 reasons for conflict for police

- Drugs
- Alcohol
- Fear
- Anger

Two basic types of conflict

NEGATIVE OR DESTRUCTIVE

- When the parties involved resort to accusations, threats and personal attacks

POSITIVE OR CONSTRUCTIVE

- When the parties listen to each others point of view and work together to bring about mutually beneficial solution

4 basic propositions

1. Conflict is a magnified difference of opinion
2. It takes two to tango
3. Each party in a conflict has the choice to end it
4. An invisible third party lies at the heart of many disputes

Dangerous Behaviours

1. Victimizer
- Intimidation
- Overwhelm people in their path with
   - Abuse
   - Accusations
   - Anger

2. Bomber
- Short fuse
- Loose control even during small threat
- Tantrum = Great equalizer
  - Reduces other adults to silence or surrender

3. Mini Bomber
- Take post shots from behind cover
-Favorite weapons
  - Not-to subtle digs
  - Innuendoes
  - Sarcasm
  - Painful Teasing

Contact & Cover Officers when arresting an individual 

Contact- Talking

Cover- Protecting