police officer

Description

Police officers use investigation methods to prevent crime, to pursue and apprehend criminals, and protect the public from violent and criminal activities. They perform surveillance and patrol activities to prevent crimes and apprehend offenders. They provide support to victimised parties and the public at large, and fulfil administrative duties.

EssentialOptional

Theoretical Knowledge

law enforcement first response road traffic laws legal use-of-force diving operation requirements investigation research methods illegal substances physical characteristics of railways railway law safe horseback riding principles

Practical Skills

instruct public identify security threats apply first response comply with legal regulations handle case evidence ensure law application ensure compliance with types of weapons detain offenders use different communication channels comply with the principles of self-defence patrol areas restrain individuals anticipate foreseeable problems on the road practice vigilance examine crime scenes assess railway operations manage major incidents investigate road accidents write situation reports provide care for horses issue fines perform drug investigations conduct frisk check diving equipment hear witness accounts regulate traffic control crowd train animals for professional purposes use personal protection equipment analyse legal evidence conduct drug abuse tests respond to enquiries apply knowledge of human behaviour check official documents manage theft prevention present evidence investigate forgery cases execute working instructions maintain order at scenes of accidents perform underwater investigations educate public on road safety analyse road traffic patterns ensure public safety and security maintain diving equipment ride horses