Community Policing, Problem-Solving and SARA Method

Question 1

(Community Policing, Problem-Solving and SARA Method) As an integral part of the department’s community policing initiatives, COP officers and crime prevention specialist are assigned to area commands to formulate strategies and promote the use of ________ and _______ resources in problem-solving efforts.

Answer 1

Traditional and Non-Traditional

Question 2

(Community Policing, Problem-Solving and SARA Method) What does S.A.R.A. mean?

Answer 2

Scan, Analysis, Response, Assessment

Question 3

(Community Policing, Problem-Solving and SARA Method) A ___________ to solve seemingly small problems, which at first may not appear to be police-related, will often negate the need for calls for service that drain personnel resources

Answer 3

Pro-active apporach

Question 4

(Community Policing, Problem-Solving and SARA Method) Members of the department are trained to deal with problems through a ____________ approach using the SARA problem-solving model.

Answer 4

Systematic team

Question 5

(Community Policing, Problem-Solving and SARA Method) The optimal results of this approach are the successful formulation of strategic plans that utilize necessary _______ and ______ resources in the most efficient and effective manner.

Answer 5

Internal and External

Question 6

(Community Policing, Problem-Solving and SARA Method) How are COP problems initiated (3 ways)

Answer 6

• Identified by an officer
• Reported to police by a citizen
• Submitted by a citizen on a service request form

Question 7

(Community Policing, Problem-Solving and SARA Method) It is the policy of this department to address both _____ and _______ problem-solving issues through community policing.

Answer 7

Crime and Quality of Life

Question 8

(Community Policing, Problem-Solving and SARA Method) COP will analyze problems and determine responses. What are (5) results of a positive outcome?

Answer 8

1. Eliminate the problem
2. Reduce the number of incidents it creates
3. Reduce the seriousness of incidents it creates
4. Design methods for a better handling of the incident
5. Remove the problem from police consideration