Career Quest

The Highway Patrol Officer provides a quick response to priority, serious and violent crimes in progress in an attempt to apprehend the suspect and to limit possible further danger to the victim. He/ She stabilizes the crime scene by arresting the suspect, protecting and securing the crime scene before the arrival of the investigating officer. Visible policing is done by means of vehicle patrols. They are also involved in crime prevention. Other functions include assistance to police stations in attending minor complaints, serving as back up during policing of major events and attend to suicide scenes. These members are only deployed in larger metropolitan areas.

The only difference between Flying Squad and Highway Patrol is that a Highway Patrol primarily function on the highways.

What are the minimum requirements to become a Highway Patrol Officer?

Two years functional policing experience is a recommendation, but not a prerequisite. Code 08 drivers licence, must fit competency profile, must be medically fit and completed Tactical Training level I and II.

Training:

Emergency life support and advanced defensive driving training. Further training includes Tactical Refresher Course.

Where can you be stationed?

The Highway Patrol in the South African Police Service.

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