To the Criminals: You Will Lose … Always. And Even When You Think You’ve Won, You Will Lose.
This continuous cycle of learning and adaptation is crucial in maintaining public safety and thwarting criminal activities.
Training programs within these institutions emphasise the importance of Lessons Identified (LIs) and Lessons Learnt (LLs). An LI represents a near miss, often discovered during the planning phases, such as during rehearsal of concept (ROC) drills. These are scenarios where potential issues are identified before they can cause harm. Conversely, an LL refers to mistakes made during training exercises or live operations, where errors are acknowledged and corrective measures are implemented.
The essence of working with LIs and LLs is twofold: first, to pre-emptively address potential issues, and second, to recognise and rectify mistakes, thereby closing any gaps in procedures. This approach not only fortifies our defences but also ensures that the same mistakes are not repeated.
Recent events in America have highlighted the importance of this adaptive training model. Despite challenges, the commitment to learn from every incident, big or small, strengthens our resolve and effectiveness. For every near miss identified and every lesson learnt, our capabilities are honed, making us better prepared to tackle future threats.
To those contemplating criminal acts: know that the professionals standing guard are continually improving, learning from past experiences to ensure your defeat. Their relentless pursuit of excellence means that any victory you perceive is fleeting. Our systems are designed to adapt, correct, and overcome, ensuring that justice prevails.
Understand this fundamental truth: you will lose, always.
Article Written By: Gary Simpson, SPG Director