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Old March 10, 2009, 01:07 PM   #10
M1911
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I just do not understand the thought process of these state agencies.
It is all about risk reduction. The folks in charge are trying to reduce their risk, not yours.

If they allowed EMTs/paramedics/firefighters to carry guns and something bad happened (e.g., ND in the firehouse, unjustified shooting, etc.), then there would be a big scandal and the big guy's job would be at risk. If, on the other hand, an EMT/paramedic/firefighter is killed or injured by a perp, then that is just looked on as a terrible tragedy and not the fault of the fire chief.

So from their point of view, allowing employees to carry guns is all downside with no upside.

I don't agree with the policy, but I think that I see where it comes from. The prime directive of many high ranking public employees is "Thou shalt not jeopardize thy pension." Everything else is secondary.
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