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22 UCW JULY 6-12, 2016 WWW.UPANDCOMINGWEEKLY.COM NATHAN WALLS, Public Informa on Specialist, City of Faye eville Corporate Communica ons Department, Contribu ng Writer. 433 Hay Street Fayetteville, NC 28301-5537 www.FayettevilleNC.gov (910) 433-1FAY (1329) /cityoffayettevillegovernment Insta Follow Your City on Social Media: Engaging You About Your City Government Engaging You About Your City Government Fayetteville Police Department Reminds Residents of Personal Safety and Crime Prevention by NATHAN WALLS Enjoy a Safe Summer With summer here families will be engaging in a myriad of seasonal activities. We hope that everyone enjoys this time of the year but there are potential dangers during the summer months, of which parents and children should be aware. The summertime should be filled with fun and relaxation but it's important to teach children to be safe. For example, wearing a properly-fitted helmet when riding a bicycle is the BEST way to prevent head injuries in the event of a crash. Another tip: Little arms are too short to hold sparklers, which can reach temperatures exceeding 1,200 degrees. Lastly, NEVER leave a child or pet alone in a vehicle, not even for a minute. For more information, visit www.safekids.org to view videos and fact sheets on safety. The Fayetteville Police Department's Crime Prevention Unit is available to provide presentations on safety and well-being. For questions please call the Crime Prevention Unit at (910) 433-1034 or 433-1033. Have a safe and fun-filled summer! Motorcycle Safety The most important thing you can do to stay safe on a motorcycle is wear a helmet. Helmets protect your head, and head injuries are the leading cause of death for motorcycle riders. Your brain just wasn't meant to be exposed. Of course, wearing a helmet isn't enough. You need to wear the right helmet. Lots of places sell novelty helmets that look good but don't protect you. Look for a Department of Transportation-approved helmet. Those helmets have been tested and provide a minimum standard of protection. Make sure your helmet fits properly. It shouldn't be too tight or too loose. It shouldn't obstruct your vision, but it should cover most of your head. For more protection, opt for a full-face helmet with protection all the way around. A simple windshield can at least protect your face from bugs, rocks and rain, but a full-face helmet will have a piece that goes around your chin, so your face won't make contact with the road. Even if you ignore every other motorcycle safety tip, wear a helmet. Sign Up for Residential House Checks When Out of Town and House Party Checks Residents and their children are reminded to sign up for residential house checks when out of town and house party checks to ensure safety for their loved ones and homes. Just complete the following registration form: https://forms.ci.fayetteville.nc.us/Forms/D7mK0 Become a Police Officer/Department Accepting Lateral Applications The Fayetteville Police Department is currently accepting lateral applications, as well as applications from individuals with a BLET certificate. The department is also accepting applications from inexperienced candidates for an October 2016 Academy (deadline for this application process is Aug. 19, 2016). Out of state laterals need two years full-time experience with their current agency to be considered a Lateral Entry Officer, and no more than one year of separation from their last law enforcement employment. The Fayetteville Police Department will also provide compensation to candidates for prior service, up to 13 years of credible service (to be eligible for this compensation, experienced officers shall have no more than one year of separation from previous Law Enforcement position). In addition to this application period, the Fayetteville Police Department will hold Open House informational briefings at the Police Training Center, located at 671 N. Eastern Blvd. The FPD Recruitment staff will discuss the application, the hiring process, qualifications and the Police Department website in detail. The Open House is strongly recommended but not mandatory to interested applicants. FPD staff will talk about what will be expected from the applicants, the documents needed to apply and the academy life. For questions regarding the FPD's application/hiring process or the Training Academy, contact the Recruitment/Training Division (671 N. Eastern Blvd.) at: Officer Richard Barnhill/Recruiter: (910) 433-1842/(910) 723-4138 Officer Tony Gayles/Recruiter: (910) 433-1842/(910) 580-2535 City of Fayetteville Human Resources: (910) 433-1635 Office Assistant, Cathy Bell: (910) 433-1903 Sgt. 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