5/107.40 Community Policing Problem Solving and the SARA Method

Question 1

SARA definition

Answer 1

Scanning
Analysis
Response
Assessment

Question 2

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 2

proactive approach

Question 3

How are COP problems initiated (3 ways)

Answer 3

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

Question 4

Ideally, COP projects will accomplish one of the following:

Answer 4

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