How to Prepare for a Work Shift

Before entering the work day an officer must ensure that all gear and equipment are functional. To do this an officer must check equipment systematically.

The gear on an officer’s belt is what the officer relies on to give them the tactical advantage to apprehend someone. An officer should test their handcuffs by spinning the cuffs and ensure that they lock and double and unlock properly. They should also check their Taser to ensure that it has a charge. Complete a proper functions check of their weapon with out ammunition ensuring that the safety works while engaged, fires when off safe. Checking that all the car’s functioning buttons work that operate the light and sirens and computer. Once all the gear is checked an officer will be able to begin their work shift without with out the worry of their equipment not functioning or jamming on them when they need the equipment most.