The concept, as we are using it, also does not equate to early intervention systems (EIS) that have been in place in many departments since the 1980's. 

Sergeant Tim Tremaine is the author of the recently published book, "Officer Up! Creating a Climate for Appropriate Police Behavior"

In my book Officer Up!, there are two foci for peer intervention: internally, as we deal with one another in our work climate which sets the stage for the exercise of authority, and externally, as we interact with citizens in...