Pocket book

Question 1

What is a pocket notebook used for?

Answer 1

The purpose of reporting in a pocket notebook is to refresh your memory when required to give evidence in court. That’s why it’s essential that you keep a written record of incidents to which police have been called and include any actions taken. If you don’t make notes, a Court may ask you why.

Question 2

What does the acronym ‘no ELBOWS’ mean in regards to pocket book rules?

Answer 2

o E = no Erasures
o L = no Leaves torn out
o B = no Blank spaces
o O = no Overwriting
o W = no Writing between the lines
o S = Statements in direct speech

Question 3

What does your pocketbook signature consist of?

Answer 3

First name, Surname, Rank, BCU number, BCU Code.

Question 4

What is written in CAPITALS in a pocket book?

Answer 4

Surnames, place names and dates are written in capital.

Question 5

What is recorded within the pocket notebook?

Answer 5

o Verbal warnings
o Information/Intelligence
o Property
o Suspected/wanted/missing person details and suspected stolen motor vehicles
o Computer PNC checks
o CRIS details
o Any other notes relating to your duty.