Police Scotland College

An extension to the outdoor fitness rig at Tulliallan has now been completed. Maintaining a good level of physical fitness is important for police officers and this investment affords additional space to train. #PoliceCollege

Today, Probationer Training say farewell to PC Gary Adair, who leaves his role as an Instructor after four years. PC Adair has seen thousands of new recruits through their initial training course over his time in the department. We wish him all the best in his new role. 👮🏼

It has been a day of public order focussed exercises today for Course 06/25. From large scale sporting events to public demonstrations, officers must be prepared to manage crowds safely, fairly, and lawfully. #LifeOfAProbationer

Nothing says Spring quite like the parade square blossom tree. 🌸

This week, Course 05/25 participated in a sprint and agility session. The new police officers are enjoying regular physical education sessions as part of the initial training course. #LifeOfAProbationer

Course 06/25 at Jackton continued with the Operational Safety Training (OST) initial programme. The new police officers were introduced to safety considerations and tactical positioning principles in relation to vehicles. #LifeOfAProbationer

It was a very busy and productive drill lesson for Course 06/25 today. The new police officers were introduced to turning, marching, halting, and dressings. #LifeOfAProbationer

This week, Course 06/25 at Jackton had an active fitness class as part of the regular physical education sessions embedded within the initial training course. #LifeOfAProbationer

The sun appeared during the third formal inspection for Course 05/25. ☀️ The new police officers are expected to maintain high standards of uniform and appearance to foster discipline and professionalism. #LifeOfAProbationer

Systematic search is a key part of initial training. New officers learn to search persons, vehicles and venues, including indoor and outdoor property. On completion of this, probationers practice executing warrants and seizing productions. 👮 #LifeOfAProbationer

On Monday, Course 06/25 at Jackton commenced their Operational Safety Training (OST) initial programme. The new police officers were introduced to compliant handcuffing techniques. #LifeOfAProbationer

With all aspects of drill having been taught to Course 05/25, it is now a case of practise and refinement in preparation for their Passing Out Parade in May. #LifeOfAProbationer

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We wish students from Course 05/25 all the best as they sit their final course exam this morning. #LifeOfAProbationer

Last week, Course 06/25 took part in their first drill session. The new police officers were introduced to the commands of attention. As well as a striking display during their Passing Out Parade, drill encourages communication, teamwork, and discipline. #LifeOfAProbationer

Road policing has been at the forefront of learning for Course 05/25 this week. The new police officers participated in a practical exercise focussing on considerations at the scenes of road traffic collisions. 🚔 #LifeOfAProbationer

A frosty start to yesterday morning at Tulliallan. ☀️

Course 06/25 have started their Operational First Aid programme. The new recruits will get training which includes: ➡️ tourniquets, wound packing and chest seals ➡️ CPR and the use of AED's ➡️ dealing with head injuries, strokes and chest pains #LifeOfAProbationer

Course 06/25 at Jackton completed their 1.5 mile run today. 🏃 The new recruits, who are part of the non-residential initial training course, receive two PE sessions a week. #LifeOfAProbationer

Course 05/25 continued with their physical fitness training last week, including a 100 metre sprint session. 🏃🏻 #LifeOfAProbationer