A man or woman who has received special training for emergency situations.
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What color are police officers lights on their cars?
Blue and Red
100
Where can a police officer work?
At a police station, in the community, at a school or university, or even undercover!
100
When a police officer walks toward you, what should you do?
Wait for him or her and answer any questions they may have.
100
Why should you trust police officers?
Because it is their job to keep you safe at all times.
200
What are the differences between a police officer and a firefighter?
Police officers assist in emergency situations, while firefighters help to fight fires. Police officers drive cruisers or motorcycles and firefighters drive firetrucks...name two more!
200
What is a police officer's flashlight used for?
In an emergency, like a natural disaster, police officers can use flash lights to look for people or hazardous material.
200
Which countries have police officers?
All of them!
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When should you call a police officer?
When there is an emergency, such as someone getting hurt, or WHENEVER you don't feel safe. Can you name some others?
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Why do police officers choose to become police officers?
Police officers want to protect and serve his community, sometimes, they decide to become detectives or other jobs related to law enforcement.
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What are the similarities between a police officer and a firefighter?
They are both community helpers, they both save lives, they're both emergency responders, you call 9-1-1 for both a firefighter and a police officer.
300
What does a police officer use to look up license plate numbers?
A computer located in the officer's car
300
Where would you go if there was a dangerous person in the school?
To the closest classroom, shut the door, and stay out of sight.
300
When is it ok to pet a police officer's dog or horse?
ONLY when the police officer has told you it's ok
300
Why do police officers carry weapons?
Police officers never want to use their weapons, however, if a criminal is putting the officer's or a community member's life in danger, the officer may need to protect themselves and others using a weapon.
400
Police officers are courageous, name three other words that describe police officers
brave, heroic, dutiful, responsible
400
What does a police officer do other than arrest people?
Respond to emergency calls, interview, investigate, enforce the law, prevent crime, help when there are accidents
400
Where do police officers go to school to become a police officer?
Police officers go to accredited academies to receive state certification to become an officer and enforce the law.
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When should you run away from a police officer?
NEVER
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Why do police officers' cars have sirens that light up AND make sound?
When there are emergencies, police officers, ambulances and firetrucks always have the right of way on the road. To make sure that everyone hears and sees an emergency vehicle coming, the vehicles use special lights and sounds.
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What's the difference between a police officer and a sheriff?
Police officers work for a city, whereas sheriff's work in a county (example: Kokomo, vs. Howard)
500
What types of cars do police officers use on duty?
Dodge Chargers, Crown Vic, ford Taurus
500
In some states, police officers have different titles. Can you name another title?
Peace Officer, Ranger
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When there is a dangerous person in the building, what should you do?
Stay calm, listen to your teachers instructions, and have a level 0 voice.
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Why do police officers have bad things said about them in the news?
Police officers are put in dangerous situations every day, and are asked to use their judgment to make decisions. Sometimes, not everyone agrees with their decision. People who are not educated about the role of police officers in our community sometimes talk badly about the police.