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Eleven Habits to Live By

Park Manager Ken Benson, of the Leesylvania State Park (Virginia Division of State Parks), came up with these “Eleven Habits To Live By” as a reminder to the rangers who work under his supervision. I thought they might be useful for any criminal justice organization:

Eleven Habits To Live By

1. Maintain your weapons, equipment, and proficiency with them.

2. Always search thoroughly and handcuff correctly.

3. Be alert on the job, rest off the job.

4. Always keep your guard up, always.

5. Always look for danger signs.

6. Take a good position; know your cover before you need it.

7. Insist on two and ten as the standard for all contacts.

8. Always wear your armor and call for backup, remember we are on a team.

9. Give every task your full attention.

10. Remind yourself that it can always happen to you.

11. Maintain your physical health, exercise.