Policing, Leadership, and Communication Review

Vocabulary flashcards covering communication, policing principles, superintendents, RCIPS senior leadership, notebook usage, and processes of observation.

Communication

The process of sending, receiving, and understanding information between two or more people.

Importance of Communication

Ensures clear understanding of instructions, policies, and procedures; enhances teamwork and cooperation; builds trust and confidence with colleagues and the public; prevents misunderstandings and errors; assists in conflict resolution and de-escalation; supports effective decision-making; and plays a key role in investigations, interviews, and court proceedings.

Code of Ethics

The policing principles consisting of Honesty, Accountability, Integrity, Respect, Fairness, Objectivity, Openness, and Leadership.

HAIRFOOL

An easy memory acronym for the policing principles/code of ethics: Honesty, Accountability, Integrity, Respect, Fairness, Objectivity, Openness, and Leadership.

Wendy Larchment

Superintendent responsible for Criminal Justice.

Lloyd Marriott

Superintendent responsible for Governance.

Richard Barrow

Superintendent responsible for Protective Service Unit.

Regay William (Service Delivery)

Superintendent responsible for Service Delivery.

Peter Lansdown

Superintendent responsible for Criminal Investigation Division.

Adrian Seales

Superintendent responsible for Operational Support.

Mr. Robert Atkin

Deputy Commissioner in RCIPS Senior Leadership.

Mr. Bradd Ebanks

Assistant Commissioner (Acting) in RCIPS Senior Leadership.

Regay William (Chief Superintendent)

Current Chief Superintendent in RCIPS Senior Leadership.

Julian Moore

Deputy Chief Officer in RCIPS Senior Leadership.

Mr. Kurt Walton

Commissioner of Police in RCIPS Senior Leadership.

Pocket Notebook Usage

A notebook that must be used once every tour of duty / as often as duty commences.

5 Processes of Observation

The five sequential stages of observation: 1. Orientation, 2. Searching, 3. Learning, 4. Retaining, and 5. Reporting.