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Foundations of Law Enforcement: Grades 9, 10, 11, 12

Other Arkansas CTE sets

Explore safety precautions and equipment

  • 1.1

    Assess the need for proper safety precautions in law enforcement

    1. 1.

      Appraise the use of infectious disease barriers.1.1.1

    2. 2.

      Demonstrate proper disposal of items that pose a biohazard.1.1.2

    3. 3.

      Simulate the safe handling of narcotics.1.1.3

    4. 4.

      Investigate universal precautions when handling blood-borne pathogens.1.1.4

    5. 5.

      Evaluate methods for handling hazardous materials.1.1.5

    6. 6.

      Maintain a safe work environment.1.1.6

  • 1.2

    Explore equipment commonly used in law enforcement

    1. 1.

      Demonstrate use of handcuffs and weapons, such as guns and batons.1.2.1

    2. 2.

      Demonstrate use of traffic code manual, cameras, fingerprint powder, and computers.1.2.2

    3. 3.

      Explain the use of various types of patrol vehicles1.2.3

Assess the use of police procedures

  • 2.1

    Analyze "Use of Force"

    1. 1.

      Investigate the fundamentals of self-defense.2.1.1

    2. 2.

      Evaluate appropriate use of force in self-defense situations.2.1.2

    3. 3.

      Explain the proper use of pain as a motivator for compliance.2.1.3

    4. 4.

      Identify less lethal force options.2.1.4

  • 2.2

    Appraise approach and arrest procedures used with suspects

    1. 1.

      Analyze the inherent risks associated with interacting with suspects.2.2.1

    2. 2.

      Practice effective communications with dispatch.2.2.2

    3. 3.

      Investigate the proper use of handcuffs in kneeling and prone positions.2.2.3

    4. 4.

      Demonstrate the proper use of verbal commands.2.2.4

    5. 5.

      Analyze proper frisk and search procedures that maintain integrity of the scene and officer safety.2.2.5

  • 2.3

    Investigate patrol and traffic operation protocols

    1. 1.

      Evaluate the functions of traffic patrol units.2.3.1

    2. 2.

      Compare and contrast the difference between a citation and an arrest as they relate to traffic code enforcement.2.3.2

    3. 3.

      Write accurate and complete traffic citations.2.3.3

    4. 4.

      Assess the risks associated with traffic stops.2.3.4

    5. 5.

      Describe how vehicle alignment promotes officer safety.2.3.5

    6. 6.

      Demonstrate proper vehicle approach in an unknown risk traffic stop.2.3.6

  • 2.4

    Examine procedures related to accident investigation

    1. 1.

      Summarize procedures for crash scene investigations2.4.1

    2. 2.

      Document a mock crash scene using appropriate techniques and paperwork2.4.2

  • 2.5

    Assess the need to render emergency First Aid

    1. 1.

      Assess basic first aid needs during emergency situations.2.5.1

    2. 2.

      Model the procedures for performing basic first aid and CPR in disaster and emergency situations.2.5.2

  • 2.6

    Explore preliminary investigations and crime scene preservation

    1. 1.

      Properly secure a crime scene.2.6.1

    2. 2.

      Utilize field note-taking and report writing skills to complete an incident report.2.6.2

    3. 3.

      Demonstrate the methods of fingerprint development.2.6.3

    4. 4.

      Assess the importance of maintaining a crime scene log.2.6.4

    5. 5.

      Demonstrate basic Interview techniques.2.6.5

Explore high risk situations

  • 3.1

    Assess officers' response to high risk situations

    1. 1.

      Identify various types of high risk situations3.1.1

    2. 2.

      Appraise response techniques to a high risk situation.3.1.2

    3. 3.

      Demonstrate the ability to use critical thinking skills to formulate solutions to problems and resolve conflicts.3.1.3

  • 3.2

    Analyze cultural diversity and its impact on law enforcement

    1. 1.

      Compare and contrast the cultures of diverse groups and examine the subcultures that law enforcement routinely interacts with.3.2.1

    2. 2.

      Explore the more well-known organized gangs who have infiltrated into America.3.2.2

    3. 3.

      Explain the importance of sensitivity to situations involving individuals from other cultures.3.2.3

Investigate drugs and toxicology

  • 4.1

    Explore detection methods of substances

    1. 1.

      Evaluate the effects of various types of drug abuse on the body.4.1.1

    2. 2.

      Determine the different human specimens that can be tested for toxins.4.1.2

  • 4.2

    Investigate procedures used in DWI enforcement

    1. 1.

      Compare and contrast DWI and DUI definitions under Ark law4.2.1

    2. 2.

      Explain the DWI detection process4.2.2

    3. 3.

      Evaluate Pre-Arrest Screening process4.2.3

    4. 4.

      Justify a need for the Arkansas Implied consent law4.2.4

    5. 5.

      Research DUID laws4.2.5

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, and Grade 12
When were these standards adopted?
2014
Where can I read the official document?
Foundations of Law Enforcement

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