Police trainers striving for excellence
In appreciation of their stellar work, training officers of the Human Resources Development (HRD) were acknowledged at a special event in Durban.
When the South African Police Service apprehends criminals, little thought is given to those who trained the police officers.
In appreciation of their stellar work, training officers of the Human Resources Development (HRD) were acknowledged at a special event in Durban on December 8.
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Warrant Officer Deon Claassen and Sergeant Notokozo Khumalo, from Newcastle, both received awards.
W/O Claassen was awarded as Best Vispol Trainer, Best Sports Person, and the coveted title of Best Trainer overall.
Srgt Khumalo won the award for Best Detective Trainer.
Both officers were delighted.
“I have been in the South African Police Services for 29 years; six years in HRD and this is the first time I have been acknowledged for my work,” said W/O Claassen.
He never expected to win anything, let alone three awards.
“I was caught off-guard, especially with the Best Trainer award.”
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Sgt Khumalo, who has been in the SAPS for 13 years, and three years in HRD, said it was with a sense of pride that she accepted her award.
“It feels good to be acknowledged for the work we have done.”
Both officers said it was a lot of work to equip police officers.
“We have to stay up to date with legislature and put in hard work, but it is worth it when someone comes to you and says what you taught them helped them in the field,” W/O Claassen said.
Sgt Khumalo said they were also contacted by police officers outside of the classroom for advice, which showed their work was appreciated.
Both officers concurred it was their love for their job that motivated them to strive for excellence.
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