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Executive Protection Professional's Manual

NCJ Number
173438
Author(s)
P Holder; D L Hawley
Date Published
1998
Length
164 pages
Annotation
This manual explains what is expected of an executive protection professional and offers suggestions on how to do the job.
Abstract
The book provides information to help interested persons make educated decisions about entering the Executive Protection Professional (EPP) field; provides a continuing source of educational information for those actively pursuing an EPP career; and provides those seeking a qualified EPP criteria to help select the right person. The book contains data on: (1) attributes of a good Executive Protection Professional; (2) types of clients; (3) general principles and procedures; (4) legal issues; (5) keeping the client away from danger; (6) packages and luggage; (7) defensive driving; (8) negotiation and intelligence gathering; (9) defensive tactics analysis and application; (10) auto and building searches; (11) firearms; (12) first aid; (13) equipment; (14) training program; (15) protection against weapons; (16) real-life stories; (17) things to consider when choosing EPP as a career; (18) pay and benefits; and (19) how to avoid getting fired. Figures, appendix, index