Police forces are making more use of police support volunteers. The SpeedWatch group in Fleet is organised by the police and supported by Fleet Town Council are looking for volunteers in this area. Speed Watch teams in surrounding areas are also looking for volunteers in Yateley, Blackwater, Crondall, Odiham and North Warnborough.
SpeedWatch is made up of local volunteers and its role is to remind to drivers of the speed limits. Small teams of volunteers work at the side of the road, recording the details of passing vehicles that are speeding. Each volunteer might take part in 2 one hour sessions each month. Teams use a device that displays in large numbers the speeds of passing vehicles.
When a passing vehicle is traveling above a certain speed, the volunteers record its details and pass them onto the police who will get in touch with the vehicle's Registered Keeper - but it's for education only; no tickets, points, or fines.
Attributes useful for this role -
1. Eye sight - need to be able to read number plates of passing vehicles.
2. Car recognition - To be able to recognise vehicle makes and models is an advantage. There is some flexibility in the data that is recorded and common makes are quickly learned. However not knowing car makes would not be a problem.
3. To be able to stand at the side of the road for about an hour.
Skills
Team work, Interpersonal skills and patience!
You will also need to be able to develop the skill of filling in simple forms with reasonable speed and accuracy.
Details
- Age restrictions
18+ only. No maximum age. - DBS check needed
- Equal Opportunities Policy
- Expenses reimbursed
- Health and Safety Policy
Volunteers also work in groups of three to four. - Ongoing support
- Suitable for under 16s
- Suitable for under 18s
- Training provided
1-1.5 hour training session conducted by the PCSO in the Fleet/Church Crookham Neighbourhood Poling Team - Volunteer induction
- Volunteer Policy
- Volunteers covered by insurance
- Written role description
When can I volunteer?
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morning | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Afternoon | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Evening | No | No | No | No | No | No | No |
Availability Details
Our session planning is done on a two month rolling basis and all Group members are contacted to check their availability, usually 3-4 weeks ahead of the start of a new plan period.
Regions
This opportunity is available in the following areas:
Hart