Peelian Principles: Foundation of Modern Policing

The police exist to prevent crime and disorder. Any action they take must be a demonstration of impartial service to the law, not as catering to public opinion. Police only resort to physical force when less-violent avenues like persuasion and warning prove futile. The police is put to the test not when there's a crime but when there isn't.

These are some of the principles police in the U.K. take to heart, popularly known in policing as the Peelian Principles. Created by Sir Robert Peel, known as the "father of modern policing," the nine principles describe what a modern police force should be and how they should work. These principles are also being used by police forces around the world.

Several Peelian Principles take centre stage on the discussion of various policing issues like the use of force. Even though a police officer has tried but failed to sway a person into surrender, the word "tried" comes into question. Did the officer try enough, as in "made any effort?" More importantly, did the officer really exhaust all less-violent methods?

Nevertheless, the Peelian Principles serve as a basis for development of policing doctrines on keeping the peace. Police forces develop tactics on when the use of force is justified and to bring their man down using non-lethal means. The Peelian Principles, after all, highlight the importance of gaining public trust.

When Force is Good: CKP Course Discusses the Use of Reasonable Force

The Police and Criminal Evidence (PACE) Act of 1984 defines the use of force as lawful, given that two conditions are met. First, the individual─ usually a police officer─ is authorised by PACE. Second, in some situations, any individual authorised by PACE agrees to the other party’s use of reasonable force.

This is just one of the subjects covered in a CKP course. Training services such as those offered by Outsource and Knowledge of Policing include this in their conflict management programme.

http://www.policeknowledge.co.uk/force-good-ckp-course-discusses-use-reasonable-force/

Brave Policeman Shows How a Certificate in Knowledge of Policing Helps

A CKP course is a critical element of the Pre-Join Strategy into professional policing, as the course aims to provide citizens with a basic overview of the workings of law enforcement, and provide them with a preparatory certificate in policing knowledge prior to actually joining the force (if they are qualified, able, and willing).

Civilians who have met the requirements for the certificate will be able to submit it as evidence of the knowledge component of their Diploma in Policing, provided that the training provider is recognized by the College of Policing. While pre-join training is a good start, it doesn’t ensure a smooth passage into the actual police force – the same old strict screening process is still required for concerns of dedication and true professionalism.

http://www.policeknowledge.co.uk/brave-policeman-shows-certificate-knowledge-policing-helps/

Are You Qualified to be a Police Officer?

Short of passing your tests and acquiring a certificate in knowledge of policing, there are other basic qualifications that should be able to tell if you can become a police officer in the UK. Know that while it’s a great career, policing requires both mental and physical alertness and strength, so only the most capable could be a bobby.

Physical Health

For one, you should neither be overweight nor underweight, but reasonably fit and in good health. To evaluate and enforce this, new recruits go through a rigorous training program with four stages, spread across activities ranging from familiarising oneself with police work to boot camps and defence training.

Mental Health

You are also required to be of sound mind as much as you have a healthy physique. Your employer should be confident that you are able to efficiently enforce the law while being courteous enough to the rights of others, especially civilians. Sound judgment and good communication skills are also a must.

Other Requirements and Qualifications

As a part of your character evaluation, it is also recommended that you not have a criminal record before joining the police force (of course, it’s all the more necessary that you don’t acquire one during your duty). However, this doesn’t mean that you will be immediately disqualified, as some employers weigh the gravity of your offence before deciding.