On September 29, 2017, Grand Rapids Community College (GRCC) held a graduation for their first Local Corrections Officer Academy. Berrien County Sheriff’s Deputies Timothy Morris and Derrick Allred were among the graduates of that inaugural class. The five week academy offers a comprehensive, interactive instruction program in various disciplines for jail deputies. Training topics include custody and security, defensive tactics, first aid (including CPR and AED procedures), suicide awareness, fire safety and interpersonal communications. The academy, certified by the Michigan Sheriffs’ Coordinating and Training Council, is an important element of providing the necessary skills for maintaining a safe, secure environment for jail staff, inmates and county residents.
“I want to congratulate these Deputies for their effort in completing this vital training. The skills learned at this academy will help them safely and effectively manage our inmate population”, said Sheriff L. Paul Bailey. “The training helps our deputies develop and practice the tools necessary to be successful in this high stress environment”.
Office of the Sheriff
Berrien County
919 Port Street, St. Joseph, Michigan 49085-1184
Telephone (269) 983-7111 • Fax: (269) 983-9956
L. Paul Bailey
SHERIFF
Charles E. Heit
UNDERSHERIFF
Robert Boyce
CHIEF DEPUTY
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