Officers from New Zealand Police are currently in the country conducting a training course for officers tasked with the clearance of major events.
The training is being facilitated by the New Zealand Government and the cooperation between the Fiji Police Force and New Zealand Police will have the officers undergo the one week course covering areas on defensive and offensive searches.
Director International Relations SSP Ulaiasi Ravula says that in light of Fiji playing host to major events the training is aimed to up skill officers in maintaining safety and security.
He says that Police officers as well as three officers from the Republic of Fiji Military Forces who will be undergoing the intensive course will learn techniques and skills that will enable them to conduct clearance of venues prior to major events.
SSP Ravula says that upon completion of the training, the officers will be able to conduct defensive and offensive searches, plan searches and render safe procedures in the event of a threat or even if it’s a hoax which could compromise the safety of the general public.
The course which is being held at the Fiji Police Academy will end this Friday.
