BSO’s Research, Development, and Training Center.
A Message from Sheriff Gregory Tony:
As public safety professionals, we understand that the protection of our community hinges on the expertise, preparedness, and dedication of our first responders. I’ve prioritized training, with the cornerstone being our state-of-the-art Research, Development, and Training Center (RDTC), set to open its doors in early summer.
The RDTC is a significant milestone in the 109-year history of the Broward Sheriff’s Office (BSO), consolidating our training efforts under one roof. Centralizing our training operations will allow us to promote unified coordination and understanding among different departments and disciplines within our organization. Moreover, the RDTC will be a hub for fostering professional relationships with local and federal public safety partners. We will welcome our neighboring partners for multi-agency training and strengthen our collective commitment to serving Broward County.
Every aspect of the RDTC is specifically built to enhance the preparedness of our first responders. The facility features specialized training rooms, simulation labs, and tactical firing ranges designed to replicate real-world scenarios and hone critical decision-making skills and tactical readiness. Key components of the RDTC include:
- Two 50-yard tactical firing ranges featuring bay doors for vehicle entry, enabling realistic vehicle takedowns and active shooter drills.
- A two-story shoot house offering flexible configurations for various unique scenarios, including inmate extractions.
- A defensive tactics room that will allow our first responders to train in hands-on techniques to help de-escalate potential use of force incidents.
- EMS and simulation labs, which will enhance the readiness and medical skills of our firefighter/paramedics for emergency response.
- A rappelling wall for our fire rescue personnel, preparing them for structural fires or multi-story building rescues.
- A 22,000-square-foot strength and conditioning facility dedicated to keeping our employees’ mental and physical health at its peak. My goal is to introduce comprehensive fitness programs to meet the needs of everyone at BSO.
- Three large configurable classrooms to accommodate our employees’ ongoing educational and professional development.
While the RDTC represents innovation and progress, our mission remains steadfast: the safety and well-being of the entire Broward County community. As sheriff, I am committed to introducing new and innovative programs and initiatives focused on upholding the highest standards of excellence in public safety.
Sheriff Gregory Tony
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Certain Broward cities like Coconut Creek, Hallandale Beach, Pembroke Pines, Sunrise, Plantation, Davie, Margate, Miramar, Lauderhill, Lighthouse Point, and Coral Springs maintain their police departments; however, BSO does provide communications and dispatch services to the following cities: Central Broward, Cooper City, Dania Beach, Deerfield Beach, Ft Lauderdale-Hollywood Int’l Airport, Lauderdale-By-The-Sea, Lauderdale Lakes, North Lauderdale, Oakland Park, Parkland, West Park, Pompano Beach, Port Everglades, Tamarac, Weston, and unincorporated West Broward.
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