BEACHWOOD – The borough police department is welcoming feedback on whether they meet the best practices of law enforcement as part of their assessment program.
Assessors from New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police will be in town on Monday, December 15 to examine all aspects of Beachwood Police Department’s policies and procedures, management, operations, and support services.
The NJSACOP has a list of criteria that are known to increase safety, efficiency and public trust. Departments throughout the area seek accreditation.
“Verification by the team that the Beachwood Police Department meets the Commission’s ‘best practice’ standards is part of a voluntary process to achieve accreditation, a highly prized recognition of law enforcement professional excellence,” Chief Daniel J. Altman said.
“Accreditation results in greater accountability within the agency, reduced risk and liability exposure, stronger defense against civil lawsuits, increased community advocacy, and more confidence in the agency’s ability to operate efficiently and respond to community needs,” he said.
Accreditation is valid for three years, during which the police department must submit annual reports showing that they continue to comply with the high standards.
Employees and members of the public are encouraged to provide comments to the assessment team. They may do so by calling (732) 286-6000 ext. 110 on Monday, December 15 between the hours of 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. Email comments can be sent to the police department at amagory@beachwoodpolice.com.
Comments by phone are limited to 5 minutes and must address the agency’s ability to comply with the NJSACOP standards. Contact Detective Sgt. Allen Magory at (732) 286-6000 ext. 191 for more information.
Anyone wishing to offer written comments about the Beachwood Police Department’s ability to comply with the standards for accreditation is requested to email the Accreditation Program Director at hdelgado@njsacop.org or write the New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police, Law Enforcement Accreditation Commission at 751 Route 73 North, Suite 12 Marlton, N.J. 08053.
The Beachwood Police Department must comply with NJSACOP LEAP standards in order to achieve accredited status.
“The assessment team is composed of law enforcement practitioners from similar New Jersey law enforcement agencies,” said Harry J. Delgado, Accreditation Program Director for NJSACOP. “The assessors will review written materials, interview agency members, and visit offices and other places where compliance with the standards can be observed. Once the Commission’s assessors complete their review of the agency, they will report to the full Commission, which will then decide if the agency is to be granted accredited status.”
The NJSACOP through its New Jersey Law Enforcement Accreditation Commission is the legitimate authority and accreditation agency in the state. For more information regarding the Law Enforcement Accreditation Commission, write the Commission at New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police, Law Enforcement Accreditation Commission at 751 Route 73 North, Suite 12 Marlton, N.J. 08053 or email hdelgado@njsacop.org.
