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Accreditation

The City of Pawtucket Police Department is seeking accreditation through the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA). CALEA was formed in 1979 through the combined efforts of the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP), the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives (NOBLE), the National Sheriffs’ Association (NSA) and the Police Executive Research Forum (PERF). The commission was formed for two reasons: To develop a set of law enforcement standards, and to establish and administer an accreditation process through which law enforcement agencies could demonstrate voluntarily that they meet professionally recognized criteria for excellence in management and service delivery.

 

The benefits of being an accredited agency are:

  • Greater accountability within the agency
  • Reduced liability litigation  
  • Stronger defense against civil lawsuits
  • Staunch support from government officials
  • Increased community advocacy

The accreditation process involves a comprehensive self-assessment by the department of the 459 standards. The standards address six major law enforcement areas: (1) role, responsibilities and relationships with other agencies; (2) organization, management and administration; (3) personnel administration; (4) law enforcement operations, operational support and traffic; (5) prisoner and court related services; and (6) auxiliary and technical services.

Accreditation is a coveted award that symbolizes professionalism, excellence, and competence. Its requirements include:

  • Written directives and training to inform employees about policies and practices
  • Facilities and equipment to ensure employees safety
  • Processes to safeguard employees rights.

Employees of the Pawtucket Police Department take pride in their police service, knowing it represents the very best in law enforcement.

   

 

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