BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Dirigo Safety - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Dirigo Safety X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://dirigosafety.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Dirigo Safety REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251113T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251113T170000 DTSTAMP:20260514T051904 CREATED:20251031T152319Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T021423Z UID:35990-1763020800-1763053200@dirigosafety.com SUMMARY:Cannabis Impairment Detection Lab DESCRIPTION:Instructors:\nScot Mattox\, Esq \nSeth Allen \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Cannabis Impairment Detection Lab\nNovember 13 @ 8:00 am – 5:00 pm\nWith today’s cannabis products reaching much higher THC levels and appearing in various forms—such as edibles\, concentrates\, and traditional flower— officers face increasing challenges in detecting impairment. This two-phase training provides officers with both classroom instruction and hands-on experience to better recognize cannabis-related impairment in drivers. Attendees will learn about current cannabis trends\, legal considerations\, behavioral indicators\, and enhanced field sobriety test protocols specific to cannabis use. The course culminates in a controlled “Green Lab” where officers evaluate individuals under the influence\, reinforcing classroom learning through real-time observation. \n*Attendees will not be exposed to cannabis or any other substances during the training. \nCourse Objectives: \n\nIdentify various forms of modern cannabis and understand their effects on impairment.\nApply an enhanced SFST protocol tailored to detecting cannabis impairment.\nRecognize key behavioral indicators and physical signs associated with THC-related impairment.\nUnderstand best practices for documenting cannabis-impaired driving investigations and building a strong court case.\nConduct real-time impairment assessments during the hands-on Green Lab experience\, evaluating reliability and technique.\n\nEquipment Needed: \n\nNone – please note that duty weapons are prohibited for the duration of this course. URL:https://dirigosafety.com/class/cannabis-impairment-detection-lab-11-13-25/ LOCATION:Dirigo Safety\, LLC\, 95 Main Street\, Auburn\, ME\, 04210\, United States CATEGORIES:Law Enforcement,Other: EMS, EMA, Fire, Park Rangers, Prosecutors/DAs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://dirigosafety.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Course-Logo-Designs-In-Person-Training-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251113T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251113T160000 DTSTAMP:20260514T051904 CREATED:20251031T134035Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T133929Z UID:35934-1763020800-1763049600@dirigosafety.com SUMMARY:Wellness & Resilience DESCRIPTION:Instructor:\nDan Hanson \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wellness & Resilience\nNovember 13 @ 8:00 am – 4:00 pm\nThis course is designed for all first responders and focuses on the significant behavioral and emotional changes that often accompany a career in public safety. Whether new to public safety or a seasoned veteran this course has benefit to all. Through interactive discussions\, attendees will examine the unique cultural mindset of the profession and explore how it can impact personal and professional well-being. Participants will gain practical tools and strategies to maintain long-term physical and mental wellness in a high-stress field. Emphasis will be placed on fostering resilience\, sustaining supportive relationships\, and preparing for a healthy retirement. \nCourse Objectives: \n\nRecognize behavioral changes that occur during a public safety career and their impact on personal life.\nUnderstand how trauma and long-term stress affect physical and mental health.\nExplore strategies for building resilience and processing on-the-job experiences.\nIdentify both workplace and off-duty risks that can lead to burnout or reduced life expectancy.\nAccess and utilize wellness resources to support long-term health and a successful retirement.\n\nEquipment Needed: \n\nNone URL:https://dirigosafety.com/class/wellness-and-resilience-11-13-25/ LOCATION:Hartford\, VT Police Department\, 812 VA Cutoff Road\, White River Junction\, VT\, 05001\, United States CATEGORIES:Corrections,Dispatch,Law Enforcement,Other: EMS, EMA, Fire, Park Rangers, Prosecutors/DAs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://dirigosafety.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Wellness-Resilience-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T130000 DTSTAMP:20260514T051904 CREATED:20251031T130035Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T005152Z UID:35920-1762938000-1762952400@dirigosafety.com SUMMARY:Maine's Freedom of Access Act DESCRIPTION:Instructor:\nPaul Cavanaugh \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Maine’s Freedom of Access Act\nNovember 12 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm\nThis course provides essential training for law enforcement personnel on the legal and ethical responsibilities related to public access to records. Focused on the Maine Freedom of Access Act\, participants will learn how to navigate the complex balance between transparency and protecting sensitive information. The course addresses both the obligations to disclose and the statutory restrictions that govern confidentiality in law enforcement. Attendees will leave with practical tools and reference materials to assist in evaluating and responding to public records requests. \nCourse Objectives: \n\nUnderstand the purpose and history of “sunshine laws” such as the Maine Freedom of Access Act.\nGain a working knowledge of how the Freedom of Access Act applies to law enforcement records.\nDefine “confidential” in the context of law enforcement information and documentation.\nIdentify key statutes that regulate public access to governmental records.\nRecognize law enforcement-specific statutes that designate certain records as confidential.\n\nEquipment Needed: \n\nNone\n\nMLEAP Accreditation Standard: \n\nThis course meets MLEAP Standard 5.01 – Privacy and Security of Records URL:https://dirigosafety.com/class/maines-freedom-of-access-act-11-12-25/ LOCATION:Gorham Police Department\, 270 Main Street\, Gorham\, ME\, 04038\, United States CATEGORIES:Corrections,Dispatch,Law Enforcement,Other: EMS, EMA, Fire, Park Rangers, Prosecutors/DAs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://dirigosafety.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Maine-FOAA-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251001T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251001T170000 DTSTAMP:20260514T051904 CREATED:20250805T175935Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T175935Z UID:36421-1759305600-1759338000@dirigosafety.com SUMMARY:Demo Event DESCRIPTION: URL:https://dirigosafety.com/class/demo-event__trashed-2/2025-10-01/ LOCATION:NH END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR