Nineteen chapters examine: (1) actual case histories and statistics illustrating officers' fatal errors; (2) preparations for personal survival; (3) specific steps to survival; (4) handling the suspicious person or situation; (5) dangers and safety measures involved in vehicle contacts; (6) safe prisoner handling; (7) the perils of persons "under the influence"; (8) safe handling of crime-in-progress calls; (9) safely defusing disturbance calls; (10) the dangers of domestic violence intervention; (11) how to search a building or other structure for an offender; (12) handling barricades and hostage takers, negotiation techniques; (13) the dangers of high-speed vehicle pursuits; (14) safe raids and warrant service; (15) working with emotionally disturbed people; (16) safety in off-duty activities; (17) dealing with terrorist groups; (18) threats ranging from accidents to mental health dangers; and (19) police management's responsibilities concerning officer safety. Bibliography, index