In-Service and Specialized Training Programs are designed to be a component of the Career Development Program. These training programs are open to all personnel. Wherever possible, courses are designed to give personnel skills beyond the minimum requirements. (33.6.1)
In-Service Training is a mandatory program intended to provide all employees with the opportunity for individual growth, and improve the members skills, knowledge, and proficiency in their current assignment, while preparing them for possible future positions in specialized units. (33.6.1)
Specialized Training stimulates personnel to improve their skills, knowledge, and abilities needed to perform job tasks required in specialized areas. Programs are also designed to improve the skills, knowledge, and abilities of personnel who are already in these positions and enhance the potential for employees who may be interested in transfer to specialized assignments. (33.6.1)
Every year we try to update and incorporate those training programs that will meet the needs of the members of this Department now and in the future. We are always seeking your comments about the training programs provided. If you see a need for a new type of training or improvement in the current selections, please feel free to contact one of the members of the Training Section.
Each member of the class and the instructor are responsible to ensure only the most professional conduct towards and between members of the class occurs. Humor is an important element of interpersonal relations, but, as everyone should be aware, ethnic, racial, gender, obscene, or otherwise questionable humor is unacceptable.
It is the policy of the Baltimore County Police Department to provide a businesslike environment, free from all forms of employee discrimination, including sexual harassment. No employee shall be subjected to unsolicited and unwelcome sexual overtures or conduct, either verbal or physical. Sexual harassment will be treated as misconduct with appropriate disciplinary sanctions, up to and including dismissal.
All personnel involved in Baltimore County Police Department courses are expected to cooperate in assuring that no form of harassment occurs and that those participating in Departmental training are not exposed to an intimidating, hostile, or offensive work or training environment.
In the event that a Training Staff member becomes aware of any conduct occurring in a Departmental course which could be considered intimidating, hostile, or offensive, he or she is expected to act immediately to stop such conduct and may suspend a person's participation in a training program. In all cases of such conduct, Training Supervisors will be advised of the details, which will include who was involved in such an incident.
The 2007 In-Service Training program will address mandated topics as required by: the Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commissions, the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, the Maryland Occupational Safety and Health Commission, the Maryland Institute for Emergency Medical Services, and the Baltimore County Police Department.
We will continue to use a registration system for scheduling attendance at In-Service and Specialized Training Programs. This is done to avoid having either too many or too few officers in a classroom. We believe that controlling the class size will lead to a more comfortable classroom environment, which will lead to a better setting for learning.
The In-Service Training Unit needs your help in making our training program a success. The following guidelines have been established to provide a quality-training atmosphere.
Attendance is mandatory; therefore, a daily sign-in is necessary to ensure compliance. If you need to miss class for any reason, you must sign out with the Academy Staff. Upon returning, you must sign in again. If you miss part of the program, it is your responsibility to make it up. (33.1.2)
Failure to complete In-Service Training will result in a suspension of your police powers at the end of the year.
In-Service Training starts at 0730 hours and ends at 1530 hours. Lateness will be dealt with on a case-by-case basis. Lateness may result in your not being admitted into class and will require you to reschedule your attendance.
The Training Section facility is a tobacco-free building. Smoking areas are designated outside of the building. Smoke-less tobacco is not permitted for use in any classroom.
Pagers and cellular telephones will be turned off or put on silent mode while in the classroom. If this cannot be done, please leave them at home or in your vehicle. Violation of this policy could result in administrative action.
During breaks, please use the classroom, the common areas away from other classrooms, outside or in the cafeteria. Remember that there are other classes going on in the building. Please try not to disturb them.
Canceling your In-Service class should be avoided except in cases of an emergency. You are required to notify both the In-Service Training Section and your duty assignment of your absence. It will be your responsibility, through your supervisor, to reschedule In-Service Training.
There are no reserved parking spaces at the Training Section facility. Parking will be on a first come, first serve basis. The primary parking area at the Community College of Baltimore County - Dundalk Campus for our facility is Lot B. This lot fills quickly, especially when we have multiple programs running at the same time. Please plan ahead.
Sworn members attending any training program held at the Training Section or the Firearms Range will wear the Class B-Uniform including those not required to wear a uniform on a daily basis. The only exception to this will be for those members currently in an undercover capacity. If special clothing is required for any training exercise, those members involved will be advised prior to the class so that arrangements can be made.
Non-sworn members shall be dressed professionally casual or in court attire. Shorts, tank tops, sandals, T-shirts, sweatshirts, etc. are not considered professionally casual.
Telephones are available in the upstairs classrooms for departmental use. Since they are inside the classroom, use will be restricted to breaks and lunch only. No long distance calls will be allowed unless they are duty related. Please contact a staff member before making long distance calls.
Supervisors should determine personnel needs and schedule officers accordingly. Submit a list of officers scheduled dates to your Training Coordinator. The Training Coordinator will forward a schedule for their assignment to the In-Service Training Unit. Any problems or conflicts with the schedule should be addressed to the In-Service Training Unit.
Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commissions regulations mandate that all approved courses include a test. A minimum score of 70% is required on all written tests. Programs that test by demonstration or performance, such as practical exercises, will be graded on a Pass/Fail basis. (33.1.6) (33.1.7)
In-Service Training for 2007 will consist of the following:
(33.6.1)
Lieutenants will attend a three-day program. An overview of the supervisor and officer programs along with activities involving non-lethal weapons and first responder training will be provided. Supervisory issues will also be discussed.
Supervisors will receive a three-day training program. This program will include all required areas based on MPCTC, CALEA, and other factors. Activities involving non-lethal weapons and first responder will be included. Supervisor based issues will be included.
Officers will have a three-day program to include classes on terrorism, constitutional law, activities involving non-lethal weapons, and first responder.
Cadets should be scheduled to attend the Cadet In-Service Training Program if they were hired prior to the year 2007 and will not be attending the Recruit Academy this year.
PSOs and Security Guards at the PSB currently carrying ASP batons and/or currently certified as 1st Responders will be required to attend those portions of the IST program.
PSOs and Security Guards should be scheduled to attend the Civilian In-Service Training program. Contact the Personnel Services Section for additional information.
Revised October 9, 2007.
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