Law & Public Safety II Unit 2 Vocabulary

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Chief

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The highest-ranking officer in a police department; responsible for overall operations and leadership.

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Assistant Chief

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Second in command; helps the Chief manage divisions and oversee department operations.

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Captain

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Oversees a major division or unit; responsible for supervising Lieutenants and ensuring policies are followed.

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Lieutenant

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Manages day-to-day operations within a division; supervises Sergeants and ensures shift coverage.

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Sergeant

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First level of official supervision; oversees patrol officers and ensures reports and procedures are correct.

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Corporal / Lead Police Officer

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Senior officer with experience; often acts as team lead or assists Sergeants with field operations.

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Patrol Officer

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Frontline law enforcement; responds to calls, patrols assigned areas, and enforces laws.

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The 3 C’s

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Clear, Concise, Correct – the three key traits of effective radio communication.

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The 5 W’s of Communication

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Where, What, When, Who, Weapons – essential details that must be gathered during a call.

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Radio Procedures

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Rules and protocols for communicating over a police radio, including how to speak and respond.