Sgt Chris Vardy

All New South Wales police are required to undergo constant training. Weapons training, resuscitation and officer safety are components of yearly competencies which all police must meet. Police also receive ongoing education in relation to new legislation, Police Service policies and local issues.

The education and development officer is responsible for delivering, co-ordinating and monitoring all facets of education and training for police within the Far South Coast area of Command. This may be in the form of mandatory lectures or lectures developed on a local needs basis.

This officer is also responsible for the placement of police for academy and region based courses. Other duties include advice on the many courses available and the career paths of individual police and administrative staff.

Assistance is given to student police officers during their secondment to the command and the education officer also assists with operational needs when required

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Police officers attending  lectures  where instructors use the latest equipment that enable all officers attending a clear understanding of the subject in hand.