Law enforcement undergoes training to better protect you

"extra training"... that's what several "indiana state police troopers" are up against this week.

It's all taking place in clinton, indiana.

News 10's "bri shackelford"..

Fills us in..

On what this training entails..

And why it's important.

////////// the training is called "emergency vehicle operation."

This tests the officer's driving skills and puts his or her squad car to the test.

/////// welcome to the driving course... just one of many training elements for indiana state police troopers.

Driving courses..

Like you see here..

Help officers learn how to maneuer their vehicles and what steps to follow when put 'in a pursuit situation'.

"whether it be an injury accident, or whether or not it be some type of domestic, or a police involved shooting, we're just here honing our skills making sure that we're going to be able to do and react appropriately when we get behind the wheel."

Strengthening driving skills..

Is just one of many training tiers for these officers.

And they are required at least 24 hours of training every year.

But..

According to sergeant matt ames..

Officers exceed that requirement.

"we do firearms training, we do defensive tactics training, we do first aid training, we do all types of training to make sure that we're being current.

So, that way we can provide the best service to the public out here that we can provide."

Training that works to keep you and your family safe.

//////// sergeant ames tells me..

What you-at-home should do if you see the flashing lights and sirens from an emergency vehicle.

He says..

Never stop in the middle of the road.

Make a point to pull over to the side of the road and wait for the emergency vehicle to pass.

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