NCJ Number
191340
Journal
Trooper Dated: Summer 2001 Pages: 51-58
Editor(s)
William L. King
Date Published
2001
Length
8 pages
Annotation
The purpose of this article is to provide police officers with information that may help them decrease on-the-job risks.
Abstract
The threat of assault and death constantly plagues the law enforcement officer. The primary dangers are from actions of criminals, persons who are mentally deranged, or individuals under the influence of drugs. The purpose of this article is to provide police officers with some information that may cut their on-the-job risk. The author reviews six areas that police officers should take into account. These include: Your Own Worst Enemy, Attitude, Non Verbal Communication, Your Image, Safety and Survival Suggestions, and Driving. In the Safety and Survival section, for example, it is argued that if an officer feels there is a potential danger, he or she should call for backup. Waiting for assistance should not be viewed as being timid or fearful by anyone in the department—it is common sense. Similar types of practical advice is offered in the other sections. In gathering information for this article, the author visited with the staff of the Practical Application Unit, Hogan’s Alley, at the FBI Academy in Quantico, Virginia. Hogan’s Alley is the mock city where the FBI trains its agents.