Who Can Train As A CCOP Patrol Volunteer?

Anyone and everyone!

CCOP is an equal opportunity, community benefit, non-profit organization. We welcome anyone and everyone to our patrol volunteer training classes who can meet or exceed the following minimum safety standard for eligibility for the active patrol:

1. Must have a sufficient command of the English language in order to effectively communicate with emergency services dispatchers, and subsequently complete witness reports or patrol reports.
2. Must be able to hold, dial, and use a cell phone or radio.
3. Must be able to hold and use a flashlight.
4. Must be able to hold and blow a whistle in consecutive bursts for more than sixty seconds.
5. Must be able to run (at faster than a fast walking pace) for a minimum of two blocks

For individuals who cannot meet the above minimum safety requirements, allowances and exceptions may be made on a case by case basis following review by the Training coordinators and Board of Directors. There are also many non-patrol volunteer positions available within CCOP for individuals who cannot meet the above standards, and for those who do not wish to actively patrol.