Media Relations for Public Safety Professionals

As most public safety professionals are aware, the events that require emergency response personnel also frequently attract members of the news media. Covering such essential topics as press releases, the types of media, and interviewing techniques, this book provides public safety professionals with the tools necessary to successfully interact with the media, from the department rookie to the seasoned Public Information Officer.

These factors have combined to make media interaction a common occurrence
for front-line public safety personnel. When adding the ever-present liability
issues to this mix, effective media relations training quickly becomes a top priority
.