Vehicle Patrol
Most popular method of policing
Cost effective, allows coverage of a large area quickly
Protects from inclement weather
Decreases
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Foot Patrol
Original and most basic form of policing
Improves public perception
Increases familiarity with geography
Allows more familiarity with people in the community
Restricted movement
Inability to use some equipment
Plainclothes
Often used for investigative purposes or special events
Not all equipment can be used
Must submit to authority of any uniformed officers present
Community Oriented Policing
A philosophy that combines traditional aspects of law enforcement with prevention measures, problem-solving, community engagement, and community partnerships
Survival Tactics Vital for Foot Patrol Officers
Always be aware of cover
Check buildings before entering
Pay attention to nearby vehicles
Approach people at a safe distance
Use darkness to your advantage
Use proper light discipline
Wait for backup if necessary
Examples of Community Oriented Policing Programs
Neighborhood Watch
Citizen Patrol
Citizen Police Academy
Citizen surveys
Problem solving step process for staff
Community partnerships
Foot patrols
Ride-alongs
Departmental events
Citizen volunteer programs
Partnerships with public and private sector organizations, including non-profits
Before Leaving Home
Appearance
Attitude
Weapon
Holster
Ammunition Carriers
Flashlight
Scholar
Always be training on new techniques and tactics-never stop learning
Statesman
Interpersonal communication skills and leadership-ability to keep your head when everyone else is losing theirs
Warrior
Confidence and competence to run towards danger, not because it is easy, but because no one else will
Prior to Going In-Service
Patrol vehicle inspection and search
Getting information about previous shift from the officers you're relieving, supervisors, incident reports, investigators, and FI cards
Preventative Patrol
The noticeable presence of police officers and patrol vehicles with the intent of deterring crime
Emergency Calls for Service
Responding to emergency situations such as fires, shootings, hostage incidents, explosions, and suicides
Service Calls
Responding to routine calls for service, citizens who need assistance
Public Courtesy Calls
Escorts-funerals, bank deposits, hospital escorts
Locked vehicles
Death notifications
Vacation checks/patrol requests
Proper radio etiquette
Hold microphone 2-3 inches from the mouth at a 45 degree angle
Talk in a normal tone of voice, not too fast or too slow
Be actively listening
Think about what you say before you say it
ABC's of radio communication
Accuracy-information is accurate and factual
Brevity-transmissions are brief and too the point
Clarity-all messages are clear, phonetic alphabet used when needed
Common radio errors
Failure to tell dispatch your location
Failure to give your location in the proper way
Over modulating when calling for help
CYMBALS
Used for vehicle descriptions
C-color
Y-year
M-make
B-body, model
A-any other information such as damage, bumper stickers, customizations
L-license plate and state
S-serial numbers, VIN
What the include in description of a person
Name and any aliases
Race
Sex
Age or narrow range
Height
Weight
Build
Hair
Eyes
Clothing
Scars, marks, tattoos
Articles carried
Lost/Missing Person
A known individual in an unknown location whose safety may be threatened by conditions related to the environment, weather, age, or health
Categories of Missing Persons
Children (1-3, 4-6, 7-12)
Youth (13-15)
Hunters
Hikers
Fishermen
Despondents
Walk-aways/constant care individuals
Juvenile Runaways
General Information Relevant to Predicting Lost Person Behavior
Circumstances
Environment
Behavior
Personality
Physical conditions
Mental conditions
Initial Reactions of Lost Persons
Trail Running
Traveling a Straight Line
Direction Sampling
View Enhancement
Employing Folk Wisdom
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