The early bank holiday saw us at The NPCC & PCMA CCTV conference which brought together various stakeholders in policing and surveillance to share both knowledge and the best practices among professionals in the field. In this clip we hear from Tony Gleason, Chairman at the PCMA, Gary Pugh, Governmental Forensic Science Regulator, Andy Read, The National Capabilities Manager for CCTV and Paul Taylor, Chief Scientific Advisor Office NPCC
https://policing.tv/videos/cctv-conference-a-hub-for-policing-innovation/
Dr. Amanda Davies continued to discuss the importance of simulation in training police officers, the global perspectives on its application, and the diverse ways it can enhance police education. In this clip we hear her work on simulation-based learning for police education, focusing on a special issue she is guest editing for Oxford University Press highlighting the various topics covered in the upcoming publication.
https://policing.tv/videos/dr-amanda-davies-pt2/
Lastly in this shortened week retired inspector Lance Valcour concluded his conversation with us by discussing the significant challenges facing Canadian policing today, including the need for better information sharing, hiring and retention issues, and the cultural challenges related to mental health support for officers. In this clip he talks about his role in protecting officers’ mental health wellbeing in Ottawa
https://policing.tv/videos/navigating-the-challenges-of-canadian-policing-lance-valcour-pt3/
Takeaways
- The conference aims to enhance community safety through collaboration.
- CCTV is a critical tool for policing and community safety.
- Forensic science regulation is essential for reliable evidence.
- Simulation-based learning is gaining traction in police education.
- Global perspectives on police training highlight diverse approaches.
- New crime typologies require innovative training methods.
- Mental health support for officers is a pressing issue.
- Cultural challenges hinder officers from seeking help.
- Collaboration with academia can improve policing practices.
- The conversation emphasizes the need for ongoing dialogue in policing.
Chapters
00:00 – Introduction to Policing and Surveillance
02:54 – CCTV and Forensic Science Collaboration
05:49 – Simulation-Based Learning in Police Education
09:12 – Challenges in Canadian Policing and Mental Health
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