Week 14: Training Officer Inspections

Police defensive tactics: Test 2

Cadets take their second police defensive tactics test this week. Cadets take part in a simulation that includes an arrest. Their response should align with the Incident Management Intervention Model (IMIM). Cadets explain their actions and the reasons why they made the arrest the way they did.

Organized crime

Organized crime affects the daily lives of Canadians. Cadets learn about the different types of organized crime and its impacts. The impacts go far beyond monetary effects. Violence, intimidation, and corruption are mainstays of many organized criminal groups.

In addition to types of organized crime, cadets learn how the RCMP works with domestic and international partners to reduce the threats and impacts.

Youth Criminal Justice Act (YCJA)

This week cadets learn about the Youth Criminal Justice Act (YCJA). This is the law that governs Canada’s youth justice system. It applies to youth who are at least 12 but under 18 years old. There are many differences between the youth justice system and the adult justice system including privacy. Cadets learn the role the YCJA plays in community-based responses to youth crime.

Training Officer’s Inspection

The Training Officer’s Inspection takes place about halfway through training. This is planned and not a spot inspection.

Cadets spend time preparing and tidying for this inspection. From kit layout and perfectly creased sheets to ensuring everything is polished and tidy; attention to detail is key. The Training Officer visits the cadets’ living space, known as their “pit", to inspect them.

During the inspection, the Training Officer also asks questions about training and the cadets' silent partners.

When I was waiting for the Training Officer’s inspection, I was pacing back and forth. I did not notice because of my pacing; my high brown boot became loose. I got a deficiency for that.