Emergency vehicle operation places stress on both the operator and the vehicle. Safe Police Vehicle Operations provides officers with driving situations and to safely respond.
Vehicle accident exposures are increasing each year with traffic and road conditions changing. Law enforcement is exposed to these hazards continuously throughout their shifts. Vehicle-related accidents are the leading cause of officer injuries. Each year more officers die in vehicle accidents than by any other means. TMLIRP member law enforcement agencies report an average of 1,300 vehicle related claims, accounting for over $7 million in losses each year. Beyond the damage to the police vehicle, a single auto-related incident has the potential to produce employee injuries and liability exposures due to injuries to others and/or damage to vehicles and property.
Goals and Objectives: Safe Police Vehicle Operations participants will be able to:
- Understand how to operate emergency vehicles safely and within the scope of their duties according to state law as well as local procedures and policies
- Understand the importance of vehicle maintenance.
- Identify common and leading causes of accidents during emergency responses and routine patrol activities.
- Understand tactical, emotional, and physical skills essential to preventing accidents
- Review safe and prudent vehicle backing procedures
Who Should Attend?
Any law enforcement officer. This programs is important for chiefs, decision making personnel, policy makers, managers, and elected officials who want to gain a better understanding of high-risk issues affecting law enforcement.
Notes: TCOLE: 3 credit hours available.
Lunch is the responsibility of the students.
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