Description
Are you training or applying to become a Police Community Support Officer, or an existing PCSO who wants to revise and update your knowledge? Whatever stage you are at, you will find this book an invaluable companion in your day-to-day practice. With helpful overviews and reminders of the skills essential to a PCSO, this book will help you meet the challenges and demands of the job.
Common scenarios are described in detail, with a step-by-step explanation of the suggested response and action. Completely up-to-date, the book encourages you to draw upon current legislation and police methods in a number of different situations. The National Occupational Standards are highlighted throughout to develop competency and indicate opportunities for workplace assessment and portfolio development. Easy to read and clearly laid-out, this book is a "must-have" for all PCSOS at any point in their career.
About the Practical Policing Skills series: All the books in this series have been created for anyone preparing, or training, for a career in the police service. Each title is full of practical advice and built around the competencies and standards for policing. For further information about the other titles available in the series, please visit www.lawmatterspublishing.co.uk
