Year 10 Legal STudies

1. The Victorian Police. Arabella.

3. Investigates all cases of fire which involve death or serious injury likely to cause death or where the incident appears to be part of a series of events or relates to other investigations.

4. Investigates all cases which involve bombs, not including Molotov cocktails.

6. How to dispose of the explosives

7. Safety procedures

8. How to put out a fire

9. How to rescue people in different situations

12. Currently helping the fire fighters when there is ever a large scale fire, also helping them if the fire fighters feel there is something to do with the explosives.

14. To give extra help to the fire fighters because they always need more help

16. Bomb squad investigate Melbourne home February 03, 2011 BOMB experts and the arson and explosives squads are investigating suspect items at a house in Melbourne's west. Eddie Street in St Albans is expected to be blocked for some time while police investigate the scene. Police arrested a 29-year-old man following a family dispute at the house in the early hours of this morning. A search of the home has found a number of suspect items and devices with the Bomb Response Unit and Arson and Explosives squad called to investigate. Summary: This article is about the arson and explosive squads from the Victorian Police Force investigating a suspect in West Melbourne, they have arrested him.

17. Police probe after family found dead in fire in Heidelberg Heights POLICE are investigating if a domestic dispute broke out a house before a blaze tore through it and four bodies were found. Arson and explosive squad Det-Sgt Rod Stormonth said police were trying to determine how events unfolded at the Southern Rd, Heidelberg Heights home. "There was some sort of domestic prior to the fire, the circumstances surrounding that domestic situation have yet to be established," he said. Investigators returned to the scene this morning to try and establish how events unfolded. Det-Sgt Stormonth confirmed police had removed evidence from the house. "Hopefully they will shed some light on exactly what has happened here overnight," he said."I think anything involving children is stressful for emergency services workers - police, MFB and the family obviously are stressed about what's happened. "All fires are treated as suspicious until proved otherwise.“ Det-Sgt Stormonth said it appeared the blaze began in the kitchen in the back of the house."It is extensive damage, it is probably not as bad as what it could have been but there is enough damage in there for us to spend a few days here trying to establish the cause and origin of that fire," he said. Emergency crews were called to the Southern Rd, Heidelberg Heights, home about 4pm and discovered the victims' bodies after forcing their way inside. Because the bodies were badly burned, police would not confirm their age or gender. And they would not rule out foul play. Police and fire-fighters were confronted with the "horrific" scene around 4pm yesterday. Homicide detectives are still in the process of identifying the bodies, which were badly burnt, with a post mortem to be conducted in the coming days to determine the cause of death. Arson squad detectives are also awaiting further forensic analysis of the scene to determine the cause of the fire. Police are hunting witnesses to the tragic house fire after four bodies - up to three believed to be children - were found at the scene. Homicide squad detectives and forensic experts were scouring a house for clues last night after badly burned bodies believed to be those of a woman and three children were found. Police have spoken with witnesses but are appealing for anyone who witnessed the fire or tried to help and has not already spoken to investigators to come forward. Det. Sgt Lionel Joseph, of the arson and explosives squad, said post mortem examinations would be required to establish the causes of death."The bodies have extensive burns to them. The identification of the deceased has taken longer than we expected," he said."The deceased have obviously perished in the fire, and it would be inappropriate to comment about the state of the bodies."Neighbours told the Herald Sun a mother and at least two teenagers, believed to be a boy and girl, lived in the house. But they did not know their names. Det. Sgt Joseph would not say whether a weapon had been found or if the dead were in the same room. Severa cars had been seen in the area about the time of the fire, but police were not hunting a particular suspect; his only concern was that four people had died, he said. A woman, Gloria, said she saw a neighbour run from an adjoining unit behind the house and heard screaming from inside, and the neighbour screaming "Help". "By the time we got near the house it was silent," she said. Resident Rita Flockhart said the tragedy was a shock. "It's horrible, absolutely horrible to think it's just across the road. "The worst part is thinking there could be children involved," she said. Another resident, who would not be named, said she did not know the family but saw them from time to time. They had been living there for about two years. "There was no father around as far as I know. We believe three children were living there. They were very private," she said. "There is something always happening around here," she said. "You get used to it.“ Neighbour Paul Jowett saw the fire, which was not big and was quickly brought under control, apparently causing little damage to the house. "I heard the fire brigade and saw the flames billowing out," Mr Jowett said. "As soon as the police got here it was frantic."

18. Explosives thrown into crowd at St. Kilda Festival The Age | 22 February, 2011 - 10:58 AM Neil Mitchell spoke with Lead Senior Constable Mark Thomas about the incident and Jean-Carl, a victim whose leg was badly injured at the festival. Scroll down and listen to both interviews below Explosives containing metal fragments are believed to have been thrown into crowds at the St Kilda Festival this month as police continue to hunt for the perpetrators of the potentially deadly attacks. Arson squad detectives initially believed fireworks were responsible for the injuries suffered by two men and two women when the devices were detonated at the popular Bayside festival on February 13, the busiest day of the nine-day celebration. However police have revealed that two of those patients required surgery to remove metal fragments from their bodies, leading police to believe the devices were more sophisticated than fireworks. ‘Police are particularly disturbed by this incident as a two or three-year-old girl was dancing in the crowd shortly before the explosion,’’ a Victoria Police spokeswoman said. The child escaped unharmed however a woman suffered leg injuries and a man required surgery to remove a piece of metal from his leg. Police have ruled out terrorism as a potential cause, citing that the explosives weren't 'sophisticated' enough. Detectives from the arson and explosives squad have appealed for anyone with information about the attacks to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or visit www.crimestoppers.com.au

19. Police probe after family found dead in fire in Heidelberg Heights Summary: This article is about a fire that still has not determined if it was accidental or arson. Three bodies were found, but they were burnt far beyond recognition. They believe that it was a woman and two teenagers (boy and girl) that were killed in the fire. All we know about the family that lived there, was that there were three children and a mother, no father. Explosives thrown into crowd at St. Kilda Festival Summary: This article tells how there were a few explosions at St. Kilda festival. They were very worried about this due to the four people getting hurt. Also because there were small children there and could have easily got hurt by the explosives.

20. Becoming a Police Officer Potential applicants will be required to first sit a three-hour entrance exam with the contracted assessor, currently VETASSESS. Application forms to become a Victoria Police member are not provided until the exam has been successfully completed. You can arrange to sit the entrance exam by visiting the ‘Take a test’ section of the VETASSESS website. It costs $90 for the first time and $35 for following. The exam comprises: Part A - spelling and comprehension Part B - maths Part C - reasoning ability Part D - English skills, grammar, vocabulary and reading comprehension Part E - writing task. Step One:

22. consent to check records form, and

24. birth certificate,

25. any name change documentation,

26. Australian citizenship/permanent residency documentation,

27. education results,

28. manual driver’s licence, and

29. Level 1 First Aid qualification

30. The sergeant can certify your copies for you during the appointment if required.Hepatitis B immunisationIt is suggested that applicants organise their first Hepatitis B immunisation at this stage. All applicants must be immunised against Hepatitis B prior to commencing at the Victoria Police Academy and it can take up to nine months to complete the immunisation schedule.

31. Step Three: Background Check. To be eligible for appointment to Victoria Police you must be of good character and reputation. A history of offending or irresponsible behaviour may disqualify you from consideration. At this stage of the process your application will be assessed according to the information provided in your application form, including any prior offences or criminal history, and any recommendations arising from your police station appointment. If it is determined that you failed to disclose or provided misleading information your application will no longer be considered. This stage can take a number of weeks as we conduct very thorough and comprehensive checks. The length of time is dependant on the type of checks required. Your application cannot be progressed to the medical stage until all checks have been completed and the file has been assessed by the management team of Recruiting Services.

32. Step Four: Medical Assessment. Once the background check has been successfully completed, you will be sent a medical release form and medical certification booklet. Medical release formThe medical release form should be signed and sent back to the Police Medical Officer. This form clears you to take part in the fitness and psychological testing component of the application process. Once this form has been received you will be invited to attend a fitness testing day. Medical certification bookletYou are required, at your own expense, to visit your general practitioner for a medical examination, attend an audiologist for a hearing assessment, and attend an optometrist/ophthalmologist for a vision assessment. On completion, the medical booklet must be returned to the Police Medical Officer for assessment. You will then be notified if any further tests are required, or allowed to continue with the application process. Random urine sampleAll applicants will be expected to undergo a random urine sample for alcohol and other drugs. You will be given 48 hours notice to provide a sample for testing. Hepatitis B immunisationAll applicants are required to be vaccinated against Hepatitis B prior to their induction into the Victoria Police Academy. The vaccination schedule takes between four and nine months to complete so it is important to plan ahead. It is suggested that you have your first dose when you submit your application. A full course of Hepatitis B comprises three doses – there should be one to two months between the first and second doses, and two to five months between the second and third doses. A blood test, to confirm immunity, should be performed four to eight weeks after the last dose.

34. Illinois agility run - to test your agility and speed

35. 20m shuttle run - to test your aerobic fitness

36. Push ups - to test your upper body and core strength

37. Prone bridge - to test your core abdominal strength

38. Obstacle climb - to test your functional ability to climb an object

39. 100 metre swim - to test your ability on water.

40. There are no distinctions between age and gender. All applicants are required to achieve the same standard in all tests. Applicants will be permitted two attempts at the physical test within one application period. See below for more information on the tests and the required standard. Note: Failure to attend a fitness test booking will result in a 'fail' result.Grip test - handgrip dynamometer test This test measures grip strength which correlates with general muscular strength.You will be required to adopt a one-handed grip with your dominant hand first, and by using a hand dynamometer, squeeze for about three seconds.The same test will then be conducted using your non-dominant hand. This session will be supervised and instructions given by qualified instructors. To pass the test: You will be required to squeeze 30 kilograms with each hand. Illinois agility runThis test measures speed and agility. You will be required to run in and around a 9.15 metre x 4.16 metre course of cones as quickly as possible. To pass the test: You will be required to complete the course in under 20 seconds. The 20m shuttle run - multi-stage fitness testThis test measures cardiovascular fitness levels.You will be asked to stand on a line facing another line 20 metres away.You will then be required to do a set comprising a certain number of runs between the two lines over a 60 second period. A beep will sound to mark the time.The number of runs required starts at level one, which requires you to do seven runs per minute, then moves to level two, which requires eight runs per minute, and so on. To pass the test: You will be required to attain level 6-10, which equates to being able to run one kilometre in 6.20 minutes. Push upsThe session will be supervised and instructions given by qualified instructors. To pass the test: You will be required to perform five successive push ups while on your toes. Prone bridgeThis test measures core strength. It is also known as 'the plank'. The session will be supervised and instructions given by qualified instructors. To pass the test: You will be required to hold this position, with a straight line from the shoulders through the hips to the knees, for 60 seconds. Obstacle climbThe session will be supervised and instructions given by qualified instructors. To pass the test: You will be expected to climb over a 1.3 metre obstacle in a controlled manner. 100m swimThe ability to swim is a necessary skill for general duties policing. You must be able to swim at a level that ensures basic self-preservation and the ability to render assistance in water if required. To pass the test: You will be expected to swim 100 metres unassisted, without stopping, in under four minutes. You will be required to pass all components of the fitness test to record a pass result for your physical assessment. Psychological test Victoria Police uses the Minnesota Personality Inventory (MMPI 2) as its psychological screening tool. The results of this test are computer scored and then interpreted by a psychologist from Victoria Police's Clinical Services Branch.

41. Step Six: Selection Panel. After successfully completing the physical and psychological tests, you will be asked to appear before a selection panel. Selection panel members are looking for applicants who show behaviours consistent with the organisational standards and attendant behaviours. You will be asked a sequence of behavioural-based questions focused on each part of the framework. Responses should contain examples of behaviours or knowledge that illustrate your capacity to meet the organisational values and attendant behaviours. You will need to achieve the required minimum standard in all of these areas.

42. Step Seven: Final Assessment. Once the interview has been completed, an overall suitability assessment will be undertaken by Recruiting Services. You will be advised within two weeks of the outcome of this assessment and your result in the selection process.

43. Step Eight: Candidate Panel. If deemed successful, you will be awarded a final score based on your entrance exam results, selection panel interview, and bonus points, if applicable. Your score determines your place in the pool of candidates awaiting induction into the Victoria Police Academy - and the beginning of your career as a policeman or woman. At this stage, however, you may have to exercise some patience. Appointment to Victoria Police is very competitive and the number of applicants usually exceeds the number of available positions. Your induction date will depend on Victoria Police's vacancy rates and recruitment intake schedules.