Beyond the Bodyguard: Proven Tactics and Dynamic Strategies for Protective Practices SuccessThis book is an advanced, well-rounded and in-depth view about what it takes to be the best in the international arena, in a world where change is the only constant. It is endorsed by a wide range of industry experts. This well-researched book will take you to higher levels, enabling you to be among the best in the demanding world of the truly professional bodyguard, by giving you the tools to develop and measure yourself. Who would benefit from this unique and powerful book? 1. Everyone who is in or wants to be involved in the close protection industry 2. Everyone in the security industry worldwide including: - Police, military, and related agencies - Anti-terror and counter-terrorist units - Current Close Protection or bodyguarding organizations - Private security organizations and companies 3. High level corporate and all users of Close Protection or special security services 4. Specialist security trainers worldwide 5. Academic institutions that have security education departments 6. Security regulators and standards bodies This book is unique because it is one of the only works on the market based on scientific research principles and practical experience. Beyond the Bodyguard is endorsed by a wide range of industry experts. |
Contents
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Profile of a | 14 |
Unarmed Combat and Close Quarter Battle CQBSelf Defense | 20 |
Security and Planning | 28 |
Written Field Work | 34 |
Information Security | 40 |
How to Select the Right Trainer | 43 |
The Focus of Close Protection Training | 49 |
Communication in Close Protection | 82 |
How to Overcome the Identified Barriers to Communication | 88 |
Technological Improvements on Close Protection Equipment and Tools | 94 |
Use of Force Options and Close Protection | 99 |
Identified Training Inadequacies in Close Protection | 106 |
ForwardThinking CPOs | 112 |
Trained and Instinctive Reflexes of CPOs | 118 |
Prior Educational Qualifications | 124 |
Variables Needed for Effective Close Protection Training | 55 |
Desirable Personality Characteristics | 62 |
Terrorism the International Environment | 69 |
Fundamentalist Attacks | 76 |
Unarmed Combat | 131 |
Definitions | 139 |
Endorsements | 150 |
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