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IPMBA Police Cyclist
Course
June 7 - 10,
2010
Spokane, WA |
Where : : |
SCSO Training Center |
Schedule : : |
Class times 0800-1700 daily. |
Instructors : :
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Deputy Jeff Bergeron, Deputy Andy Buell |
Tuition : : |
$300 |
Registration : : |
Deputy John Oliphant
(509) 477-3211 |
Accommodation : : |
Mirabeau Park Hotel
1100 N. Sullivan
Spokane Valley, WA 99037
(509)
924-9000
www.mirabeauparkhotel.com |
Additional Info : : |
Equipment: Mountain bike from reputable manufacturer in good working
condition (pedal retention devices, water bottles, headlight, L.E.D. or flashing
red tail light, patch kit, tire levers, two spare tubes, frame mounted tire
pump, and rear mount kick stand); safety equipment (eye protection, bicycle
helmet, padded cycling gloves, and optional body armor); appropriate attire
(casual bicycling clothing the first three days, but uniform required for
the test on the last day); full duty belt (including handgun, magazines,
handcuffs, and flashlight). |
Description : : |
Bicycle officers need to ride whenever and wherever they are needed.
Proper training is essential to an officer's on-the-job performance and safety.
It is also critical in reducing liability. The PC course provides bicycle
officers with the skills they need to effectively serve their communities.
The course is divided into eleven units: Bike Handling & Vehicular Cycling,
Bike Fit, Group Riding, Hazard Recognition & Common Crashes, Obstacle
Clearing & Riding Techniques, Patrol Procedures, Nighttime Patrol, Community
Policing, Basic Maintenance, Legal Issues & Traffic Laws, and Fitness
& Nutrition. This demanding class involves over 20 hours of on-bike time
to develop and improve riding skills.
Course Length: minimum 32 hours
Required Equipment: download
.pdf
Testing Procedure: written & on-bike
Requirements: Applicants must be police officers currently assigned to
bike patrol, officers applying to become members of a bike unit, or members
of a department considering use of the bicycle.
Certification: IPMBA Certification is available to sworn police officers
who successfully complete the practical test, earn a score of 76% or better
on the written test, become members of IPMBA, and submit applications for
certification accompanied by the appropriate fee. |
Contact an IPMBA Instructor near you to find out more
about training opportunities in your area. |
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International Police
Mountain Bike
Association
583 Frederick Road, Suite 5B
Baltimore, Maryland 21228
PH: 410-744-2400
FAX: 410-744-5504
E-MAIL: info@ipmba.org |
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