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Officers’ are exposed to these dangers on a daily basis. They wear ballistic vests and heavy leather belts containing batons, pepper spray, handcuffs, a radio, and a handgun. The equipment they wear can weigh up to 20 pounds which puts a tremendous amount of stress on the back, hips, knees, and feet. They must also get into and out of a patrol vehicle up to 20 times a day wearing this equipment. As a result many officers injure themselves to the point of being unable to work in law enforcement any longer.Officers are also exposed to extreme temperatures for extended periods of time. Whether they are conducting traffic control at an accident scene in 100 degree heat or providing crime scene security freezing temperatures, they are at the mercy of the elements. Most time they have not had time to stop at the store or the station before they are sent to the call so they can be standing out there without the proper protection or hydration they might need.

In addition to the physical dangers officers must deal with they also must always be ready for the unknown. This can place a significant amount of physical and mental stress on the officer. They must conduct business in “condition yellow”, not overly anxious but aware of their environment at all times. Officers need to remain vigilant and prepared for any situation that develops. Rarely does an officer have time to fully prepare for the emergency call for service. They have to rely on their training and make split second decisions based on an ever changing set of circumstances.

References:

Grant, H. B., & Terry, K. J. (2008). Law enforcement in the 21st century (2nd ed).Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson/Prentice Hall.

Walker, S., & Katz, C. M. (2011). The police in America: An introduction (7th ed.).New York, NY: McGraw-Hill.

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