At TAKE Personal Protection Training and Consulting, we believe civilians will be called upon to act as first responders—whether facing violence, extreme weather, medical emergencies, or other unforeseen events.

Founder Eddie Todd brings over 40 years of experience in Public Safety and Personal Protection, including 37 years as an instructor for regional, national, and international Military Police, Civilian Law Enforcement, and Corporate Interactive Law Enforcement training. His background also includes civilian personal protection, serving as an International Law Enforcement Contractor, and authoring T.A.K.E. Personal Protection Civilian Responder.

TAKE’s training is grounded in practical, real-world methods that sharpen instincts, strengthen mindset, and build confidence in everyday life. Whether you’re walking through a parking lot, traveling, or simply running errands, the foundation of safety lies in being aware, prepared, and mentally ready.

T.A.K.E. Personal Protection Training & Consulting specializes in one-on-one tailored training for Personal, Home, Business/Corporate, Healthcare, School, Faith-Based House of Worship, Travel, Law Enforcement & First Responders.

T.A.K.E. Personal Protection Training & Consulting uses safe, inert (non-firing) Smart Firearms training devices and non-cutting training knives, ensuring a safe, personalized training environment in your residence or business.

Learn how to TAKE ownership of your safety—because when it matters most, what you know makes all the difference.

T.A.K.E. Personal Protection Training & Consulting uses safe, inert (non-firing) Smart Firearms training devices and non-cutting training knives, ensuring a safe, personalized training environment in your residence or business. https://www.smartfirearms.us/

Smart Firearms, no-ammunition, non-firing training devices consist of:

Removable Weighted Magazine

Trigger with Simulated Reset

Simulated Adjustable Night Sights