Name
Red Lights, Rotors, and Reflection: Unconscious Bias in Public Safety
Date & Time
Friday, February 6, 2026, 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Speakers
Description
In public safety, every second counts, but so does every decision. What if some of those decisions are being influenced by something you don't even realize? Unconscious bias- the mental shortcuts our brains take without permission. This education session will uncover how bias sneaks into split-second choices, from emergency response to patient care. We'll break down real-world scenarios, bust some common myths, and equip you with practical strategies to recognize and reduce bias before it impacts the people you serve. No guilt, no judgement- just real talk about how to keep our instincts sharp, our decisions fair, and our communities safe.
Session Type
Lecture
CAPCE Topic Area
Ethics
CAPCE Category
Operations
Number of CE Credits
1
Learning Objectives
At the end of this session, the participants will be able to:
1. Define unconscious bias and explain how it develops.
2. Identify different types of biases.
3. Identify situations where bias may impact judgement, policies, or procedures.
4. Examine case studies where bias led to unintended outcomes.
5. Develop self-awareness techniques to recognize and challenge personal biases.
1. Define unconscious bias and explain how it develops.
2. Identify different types of biases.
3. Identify situations where bias may impact judgement, policies, or procedures.
4. Examine case studies where bias led to unintended outcomes.
5. Develop self-awareness techniques to recognize and challenge personal biases.