Be Safe, Not Sorry: The art and science of keeping YOU and your family SAFE from crime and violence - Softcover

Fowler, David

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0982616309 ISBN 13: 9780982616307

Publisher: PSTI, 2013

Synopsis

In a society where crime and violence seem to be increasing daily, Be Safe, Not Sorry provides practical, insightful and informative proactive prevention strategies and defensive interventions that can save your life. The art and science of keeping YOU and your family SAFE from crime and violence focuses on the principle of AVADE®.In this book you will learn:· How to keep you and your family safe in all environments· How to survive an active shooter situation· What distinguishes the predator from the prey· The five levels of awareness and how to increase yours· What to do in a road-rage situation· How to include your children in your escape planning· How to recognize the assault cycle· De-escalation techniques for stressed, intoxicated, angry and combative individuals· How to use the Art of Distraction to give you time to escape danger· What lawful self-defense means to you· How the fight-or-flight syndrome is actually a life saver· How your cell phone can be used to keep you safe· How to create long-lasting personal safety habits· And more . . . Author David Fowler reveals his life’s work and personal mission to keep people safe in Be Safe, Not Sorry: The Art and Science of Keeping YOU and Your Family SAFE from Crime and Violence. David is the founder and president of Personal Safety Training Incorporated, and has spent the last 25 years in security operations, training and security education. He has worked with thousands of individuals and hundreds of agencies and corporations throughout the United States and Canada. His presentations have included international, national and local seminars. David’s thorough understanding of safety and security, martial science and Eastern philosophy for self-protection provides an informative and interesting approach to his style of writing and presentations. He is a certified master instructor in several nationally recognized security and law enforcement training programs. David brings insight, experience, and a passion for empowering people and organizations utilizing the training programs and protective services that he offers here in the United States and in other countries. He is considered by many to be the most dynamic and motivational speaker and trainer in the security and personal safety industry.

About this title

About the Author:

David Fowler is the founder and president of Personal Safety Training, Incorporated (PSTI). He is responsible for the overall management and operations of PSTI, which offers seminars, training, consulting, and protective details. Each of his training courses are specifically designed to meet the needs of his clients and students. These include, but are not limited to, security industry personnel, schools and education centers, corporations, behavioral health centers, firefighters, law enforcement officers, and military personnel.

Having a thorough understanding of safety and security, martial science, and eastern philosophy adds an exciting and interesting approach to David's style of presentation.

David is considered by many to be the most dynamic and motivational speaker and trainer in the security and personal safety industry.

Review:

*Be Safe Not Sorry is the manual for personal safety. David Fowler tackles the subject of violent crime by offering core principles and commonsense advice which empowers, rather than frightens. - David Cole, Corporate Security Trainer
*Be Safe Not Sorry is a book every family should have at home. It's required reading for every parent who wants to keep his or her child safe from the dangers of the real world. - Dr. Steve Albrecht, PHR, CPP, retired San Diego Police Department, author of Ticking Bombs: Defusing Violence in the Workplace and Tactical Perfection for Street Cops
*With over 20 years in the Security and Law Enforcement profession, you would think I would just about know it all. I was wrong. Be Safe Not Sorry is a GREAT book. It's truly worth its weight in gold. - JC Shah, Risk Manager - Phoenix Protective Corporation
*This book may save your life. If you're looking for the book on this important topic, this is it! - David Behar, Security and Emergency Management - Snohomish County Public Utility District
*Anyone that has ever had a second thought and concern about crime and violence should read this book. -Ed Mumphrey, Seattle Mariners Corporate Security, Seattle WA
*Be Safe Not Sorry wakes the mind up to see life as it truly is and to take notice and stock of our surroundings. Stop and smell the roses without getting stung by the bee in the flower. - Sean Stoddard, Training Specialist - Viejas Casino Alpine, CA
*As one of the nation's foremost trainers in defensive tactics and workplace violence... Dave Fowler has scored a grand slam with his book, Be Safe, Not Sorry...If you were to read just one book on this subject, this is it! - Steve Powers, Global Shared Services, Starbucks Coffee Company
*I've been in the security industry for 18 years, and this book has taught me there is still much for me to learn... I highly recommend it. Awesome book! - Miguel Gonzalez, Manager Contracted Services Children's Hospital of Los Angeles
*Finally! A personal safety book for the average person and their family! - Denise Morse, Journeyman Electrician /Electrical Contractor
*It is not as good as listening to Dave teach in person, but it is the next best thing. A must read! - Paul E. Ready, Security Manger, Las Vegas
*This book has a lot of valuable, lifesaving information. David Fowler's expertise in the field of safety and security is evident in Be Safe Not Sorry - Emerson Lee, Physical Security Specialist, Fort Defiance Hospital
*This book should be a must-read for anyone concerned with their personal safety and the personal safety of their loved ones. - Jon Asfahl, Director of Training Inter-Con Security
*Dave truly manages to present this material in a way which is comprehensive, yet easy to relate to and apply to our everyday living. - Brian Keltz, Licensed Private Investigator and Surveillance Specialist
*I've had the privilege to attend Dave's training classes, and each time I learn something new. After reading his book, I would place it on the must read list ... Dave's book is another valuable tool in personnel safety and awareness. - Lieutenant Robert Murray, Maricopa County Animal Control Enforcement Division
*David Fowler's book is a must read for anyone...offering readers skills to protect themselves and others from becoming unwilling victims of crime and violence. - Dean O'Loughlin, Personal Safety Solutions Australia
*Be Safe Not Sorry is a straight forward, common sense approach to personal safety. A must read for the general public as well as security professionals. - Scott A. Hemingway, Director of Healthcare Security - APG Security --Be Safe Not Sorry

Dave Fowler has created concepts and specific interventions that are easy to understand, internalize and make a part of everyone's daily life. His style is easy and flows as if he is speaking directly to each of us. While the concepts of self-defense and awareness are not new, we now have a fresh approach. - Mark Mooring, LAPD Sgt, and Chief of Protective Services, Santa Clara County, (Retired) Be Safe Not Sorry was great! Even my 16-year-old niece read the book. - Jennifer Yazzie, Security Supervisor - Fort Defiance Indian Hospital Be Safe Not Sorry is an awesome book. Thank you for giving me more tools and options to keep myself and the important people in my life SAFER. I will continue to read and re-read it often. - Jo Jauregui, Human Resources Professional NorthBay Healthcare A great piece of work by a great trainer. -- C. E. Chuck Wade, DePaul Industries Your personal stories and those of others are rich examples of how we can learn how to re-train ourselves and our daily habits into personal safety techniques to help keep us safe. - Dennis Riera, AlliedBarton Security Services, District Trainer Be Safe Not Sorry helped me in reviewing our Active Shooter policy for my employer. - Adrienne Zarn, Compliance Manager WestHealth Ambulatory Surgery Center Be Safe Not Sorry will change the way you think about your own safety as well as your family s. - Brian Goodwin, Security Professional Sacred Heart Medical Center --Be Safe Not Sorry

About this edition

• Publisher: PSTI
• Publication date: 2013
• ISBN 10: 0982616309
• ISBN 13: 9780982616307
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 216