Welcome to today’s episode of the Slide Lock Podcast! In this episode, we’re diving into a critical topic that impacts everyone—the physical security of our nation’s power grid and critical infrastructure.

From recent news stories to ongoing concerns about cyber and physical attacks, it’s clear that our energy infrastructure faces real and growing threats. While discussions about digital security and cybersecurity defenses often dominate the headlines, today we’re going to focus on something just as crucial but often overlooked: the role of physical security assets in deterring and preventing attacks.

We’ll explore the vulnerabilities in our power grid, the consequences of these exposures, and how armed security officers can play a vital role in safeguarding the infrastructure we all depend on.

Welcome to the SlideLock Podcast! Where we dive deep into all things related to the security industry. I’m your host, William Reitchel, this podcast is dedicated to discussing training options, analyzing statutes, exploring real-world scenarios, and the practical applications of the Texas Penal Code governing security professionals. Whether you’re a seasoned officer or just starting out, this podcast is for you!

In today’s episode, we're taking a deep dive into three crucial topics that every security professional and safety-conscious listener should understand: de-escalation, the use of force continuum, and the legal authorities of security officers regarding their arrest and detention authorities. Our discussion will be framed around Texas law and the regulations, set forth by Texas DPS and TOPS.

Welcome to the SlideLock Podcast! Where we dive deep into all things related to the security industry. I’m your host, William Reitchel, this podcast is dedicated to discussing training options, analyzing statutes, and exploring the practical applications of the Texas Penal Code governing security professionals. Whether you’re a seasoned officer or just starting out, this podcast is for you.

In today’s episode—We dive into several key Texas Penal Codes, statutes, and procedures that govern your authorities as a security officer. These are your "bread & butter," and you better know these like the back of your hand! We'll be covering topics from investigating theft, detentions, and arrests and understanding various offenses such as disorderly conduct, theft, criminal mischief, and others. Join us as we dive in!