Presents  
Sergeants Investigation of Force  
Mastering Use of Force: Leadership, Investigation, and Professional Excellence  
As a Sergeant, your role in the aftermath of a use-of-force incident is a profound responsibility.  
It is crucial that you master the current standards for utilizing, documenting, and critically  
analyzing force. Your investigation does more than just fulfill a requirement; it serves as the  
bridge between an officer's actions and the public's trust. A thorough, high-quality investigation  
ensures that the highest standards of integrity are upheld, training is validated, and your officers  
are effectively positioned to explain and defend their decisions.  
Join us for this high-impact, interactive workshop where we will move beyond the classroom to  
work with real-world scenarios. You will gain the essential tools to conduct objective  
investigations, provide meaningful feedback, and lead your team with the wisdom and excellence  
their service deserves.  
Core Learning Modules  
Incident Screening: Identifying key facts and issues before court.  
Scene Investigation: Evidence preservation and initial investigation.  
Reporting: Documenting force with clarity and legal defensibility.  
Critical Force Analysis: Moving from "what happened" to "why it happened."  
Coaching & Counseling: Turning incidents into opportunities for professional growth.  
Don’t miss this opportunity to sharpen your edge and strengthen your commitment to  
excellence. Registration is required, secure your spot today.  
Instructor  
Tom Ovens is a seasoned trainer and use-of-force expert whose professional background is  
rooted in national best practices for police operations and force review. With over 25 years of  
experience as an expert witness, Tom has reviewed more than two hundred federal and state-  
level cases.  
His training offers a unique, battle-tested perspective on navigating the fluid, high-stakes  
environments where officers must operate. Tom’s mission is to equip you with the most  
innovative processes and knowledge necessary to master the complexities of use-of-force  
incidents while effectively managing the legal and professional liability inherent in these critical  
encounters.  
Course Details  
Audience: Law enforcement and Sworn Supervisors  
Dates: September 9th and 10th, 2026  
Hours: 8:00 AM 5:00 PM, 16 hours of instruction  
Tuition: $390 plus sales tax of 35.49  
Registration: email tom@policetrainingsolutions.com  
Host Agency: Walla Walla Police Department  
Address:  
Walla Walla Police Department, Fulton Community Room  
54 E. Moore Street  
Walla Walla, WA 99362  
Scholarships  
Washington Counties Risk Pool (WCRP) will pay one seat per member county, limit of five paid  
seats membership-wide, first come first served. Police Training Solutions will bill WCRP directly,  
and students must complete the training to avoid repaying WCRP for the paid tuition.