Appreciation process

Question 1

Explain the Appreciation process. What does it consist of?

Explain the four areas and what the Appreciation Process consist of

Answer 1

.The appreciation process consists of attending to four basic steps in an ordered sequence:

The Appreciation Process includes:

1. Fix a firm AIM or objective
   
2. Study all the FACTORS involved
   
3. Consider the different COURSES open and select the one that is the best and most appropriate to the circumstances
   
4. Make a PLAN to implement the chosen course

Question 2

What is an Appreciation?

Answer 2

An appreciation is a proven method of problem solving. It is an ongoing process which involves continually thinking through each new piece of information as it is uncovered.

Question 3

What are the benefits of applying an appreciation?

Answer 3

R.I.I.M.E.E.E.E

REDUCES uncertainty

INFORMS all Police what they are expected to achieve

INCREASES the chances of success, i.e the investigative aims/objectives being met

MANAGES risk

ESTABLISHES a sequence of activities to be carried out

ELIMINATES duplication

ENSURES nothing is overlooked

EFFECTIVE use of resources

Question 4

Explain ‘Aim’

Explain ‘Factors’

Answer 4

AIM
An aim is a short (one line) statement which succinctly demonstrates a single objective.

FACTORS
A factor is any CIRCUMSTANCE, FACT, or INFLUENCE that could possibly have an effect on the manner in which you will achieve your desired outcome.

FACTORS BEARING ON MOST APPRECIATIONS include:

Further risk to life
SUSPECTS - the location of possible suspects
RESOURCES resources availabl
EVIDENCE requiring preservation
The ENVIRONMENT and WEATHER conditions
HISTORY of the relevant parties

These are factors that may determine how actions are prioritised at the scene.

Question 5

Explain ‘Courses Open’

Explain ‘Plan’

Answer 5

COURSES OPEN
Courses open are a list of all the possible ways the aim could be achieved, bearing in mind the factors and the deductions made from those factors.
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PLAN
A plan is a proposed course of action designed to put the selected course into action in order to achieve the desired aim.

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SITUATION
MISSION
EXECUTION
ADMINISTRATION, LOGISTIC
COMMAND and SIGNALS