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Text Box: I'm concerned about my safety. How safe is it to be a Patrol Member? While nothing in life is guaranteed, the Patrol has an outstanding record of safety. Our strict procedures dictate that you only "observe and report" an activity - not become "involved" in it. In fact, you may only exit your car when the Dispatcher authorizes it, and that would never be done in a potentially dangerous situation.

How can I get help if I need it while on patrol?

All of our Patrol vehicles are equipped with two-way radios connecting you with a Patrol Dispatcher and with all other patrol cars in service. If you ever need assistance, the Dispatcher will request assistance from the Captain of the day, Chief of Patrol or the Sheriff's Department.

Text Box: I'm a "Snowbird" and only live in SCC for 6 months a year. Can I still join the Patrol? Most certainly. The Patrol always has need for additional help. Our Seasonal Members provide welcome respite for our Year Round Members.

My night-time vision is not very good. Can I drive in the daylight hours only?

Yes, your shift can be arranged so that you don't do any night driving.

Text Box: I'm not comfortable driving. Can I still be of assistance?

Yes. We have many people that would prefer not to drive. They too are most welcome, as we like having two Patrol Members in our vehicles. The "rider" serves as a second set of eyes, and can handle the 2-way radio communication. We also need Patrol Members to perform dispatcher duties, which involves no driving.

I would like to join the Patrol, but need to travel out of state on a schedule that can vary.

Can I still be an asset to the Security Patrol?

Yes. In a perfect world every one would be able to make their scheduled shift assignment all the time. In reality, things come up. If you know with some certainty the times of the month you "typically" are away, your Team Assignment can be established to best accommodate that schedule. In addition, many Patrol Members who know they will have to miss a scheduled duty assignment, after notifying their Team Captain of that fact, will help the Patrol by signing up as a replacement driver or dispatcher for a different date to fill-in for someone else who is forced to miss their shift.