2025
FIELD TRAINING OFFICER’S GUIDE
PATROL
PHASE
THIS PRESENTATION IS A GUIDE FOR FIELD TRAINING OFFICERS
ON THE PATROL PHASE OF THE POLICE TRAINEE PROGRAM.
MODULE II: PATROL
TARGET AUDIENCE: POLICE TRAINEES
VENUE: AS APPROPRIATE (CITY/MUNICIPAL POLICE STATION)
AGENDA
• Training Plan for Day 10:
Patrol Training Goal, Objectives, and Schedule.
• Post-Deployment Procedures:
Critical steps for a successful shift conclusion.
•Training Plan for Day 11:
Introduction to community-oriented policing and key definitions.
•Do's and Don'ts:
Best practices for a police outpost.
•Training Plan for Day 13:
Strategic aspects of patrol.
•Training References:
List of official documents used for this training.
MODULE II: PATROL - DAY 10 OVERVIEW
This day focuses on foundational patrol operations and the practical skills for a
successful patrol shift.
Day: 10
Time Allotted: Eight (8) Hours of instruction and practical exercises.
Learning Aids: Laptop with LCD Projector, Flip chart, Whiteboard, and markers.
Trainee Requirements: Prescribed uniform ("Tamang Bihis"), PT's Guide,
Notebook/Tickler, Miranda Warning Card, and paper.
Training References: Revised Philippine National Police Operational Procedures, FTP
Manual, and STP Guidebook.
TRAINING GOAL & OBJECTIVES (DAY 10)
Training Goal
The purpose of this block of instruction is to give the
PTs information on patrol operation, develop their
competencies and learn the types of patrolling
including basic or commonly used radio codes. PTs
will also be exposed to the actual conduct of
different patrols and its challenges.
Training Objectives
Upon completion, PTs will be able to:
T.O. #1: Define Patrol Shift, Patrol Personnel, Patrol
Supervisor, and Patrol Officer.
T.O. #2: Enumerate the sequence of actions that
occur regularly after the patrol operations.
DAILY TRAINING SCHEDULE (DAY 10)
• 4:00 AM - 7:00 AM: Reveille, • 4:45 PM - 5:00 PM: Recapitulation,
personal necessities, breakfast, and AOR open forum, and guidance.
clean-up. • 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM: Personal time.
• 7:00 AM - 8:00 AM: Formation and • 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM: Dinner time.
rank inspection. • 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM: Study time.
• 8:00 AM - 12:00 NN: Briefing and • 9:00 PM - 9:30 PM: Formation and roll
discussion on patrol terms and call.
procedures. • 9:30 PM - 4:00 AM (next day): TAPS
• 12:00 NN - 1:00 PM: Lunch break. (rest period).
• 1:00 PM - 1:15 PM: Formation and
roll call.
• 1:15 PM - 4:45 PM: Briefing and field
immersion to list critical establishments
(schools, churches, hospitals).
POST-DEPLOYMENT PROCEDURES
These procedures ensure a seamless transition between shifts and account for
personnel and equipment.
Proper Turnover: Outgoing patrol members brief the incoming shift.
Mobile patrol crews return to the station for handover.
Vehicle Serviceability: Mobile patrol members must check their vehicle,
ensuring it is clean and serviceable.
Confiscated Items: All confiscated or recovered items must be turned
over to the Patrol Supervisor or an investigator, following the chain of custody.
After Patrol Report: Officers must complete a formal report summarizing
incidents, response times, and activities.
MODULE II: PATROL - DAY 11 OVERVIEW
This day shifts focus to community-oriented policing, preparing trainees to
engage with the public and community partners.
Day: 11
Time Allotted: Eight (8) Hours of instruction.
Training Objective: After this block of instruction, PTs will be able to:
T.O. #1: Define Other Forms of Police Presence, Police Community Partnership,
and the Police Integrated Patrol System (PIPS).
TRAINING GOAL & OBJECTIVES (DAY 11)
Training Goal
The purpose of this block of instruction is to give the
PTs information on patrol operation, develop their
competencies and learn the types of patrolling
including basic or commonly used radio codes. PTs
will also be exposed to the actual conduct of
different patrols and its challenges.
Training Objectives
Upon completion, PTs will be able to:
T.O. #1: Define the terms Patrol Shift, Patrol
Personnel, Patrol Supervisor and Patrol Officer; and
T.O. #2: Enumerate the sequence of actions that
occur regularly after the patrol operations.
KEY DEFINITIONS (DAY 11)
This day shifts focus to community-oriented policing, preparing trainees to
engage with the public and community partners.
Other Forms of Police Presence Operations: refer to activities other than patrol
operations that involve direct contact with the community such as serving summons and
warrants of arrest conducting neighborhood checks organizing small community groups as
force multipliers setting up Barangay Information Networks (BINs), and serving notices in
connection with the Annual Verification of Firearms/LOI Bilang Boga.
Police Community Partnership: A community policing philosophy that emphasizes a
problem-solving partnership between the police and the community.
KEY DEFINITIONS (DAY 11)
This day shifts focus to community-oriented policing, preparing trainees to
engage with the public and community partners.
Police Integrated Patrol System (PIPS): The PIPS is a mechanism that incorporates three (3)
components of a Police Station to prevent crime, enforce the law, and maintain peace, order and security in its area of
responsibility.
These are the following:
a. Fixed Components
- Fixed components include the Police Station, the Police Community Precincts, traffic posts, and visibility points that are
strategically deployed;
b. Patrol Components
- Patrol components include the foot, mobile, bike, motorcycle, mounted, waterborne, and sky patrols; and
c. Auxiliary Components.
- Auxiliary components include the BPATs, other force multipliers, non-government organizations, and civilian volunteer
groups.
DAILY TRAINING SCHEDULE (DAY 11)
• 4:00 AM - 8:00 AM: Reveille, • 4:45 PM - 5:00 PM: Recapitulation
morning preparations, and rank and debriefing.
inspection.
• 5:00 PM - 9:30 PM: Evening
• 8:00 AM - 12:00 NN: Briefing and activities, including personal time,
discussion on community policing dinner, and study.
and PIPS.
• 9:30 PM - 4:00 AM (next day):
• 12:00 NN - 1:00 PM: Lunch break. TAPS (rest period).
• 1:00 PM - 1:15 PM: Formation and
roll call.
• 1:15 PM - 4:45 PM: Briefing and
field immersion with local NGOs and
community groups.
DO'S AND DON'TS FOR POLICE OUTPOST
Do's:
• Observe proper uniform ("Tamang Bihis").
• Carry essential equipment (notebook, pen, Miranda Card).
• Maintain situational awareness and be ready to render
assistance.
• Proactively prevent crimes and apprehend violators.
• Report public safety hazards.
• Be courteous and professional to the public.
• Watch for suspicious individuals and vehicles.
• Use patrol car blinkers at night.
• Keep the outpost clean and orderly.
DO'S AND DON'TS FOR POLICE OUTPOST
Don’ts:
• Avoid distractions like sleeping, smoking, or texting while on
duty.
• Do not use firearms or warning shots; use a whistle or
megaphone instead.
• Do not confiscate wallets or bags when asking for identification
MODULE II: PATROL - DAY 13 OVERVIEW
This day covers the logistical and strategic aspects of patrol planning.
Day: 13
Time Allotted: Eight (8) Hours of instruction.
Training Objective: After this block of instruction, PTs will be able to:
T.O. #1: Define Patrol Coverage, Patrol Duration, and Patrol Route.
T.O. #2: Discuss the Frequency of Patrol Operations.
TRAINING GOAL & OBJECTIVES (DAY 13)
Training Goal
The purpose of this block of instruction is to give the
PTs information on patrol operation, develop their
competencies and learn the types of patrolling
including basic or commonly used radio codes. PTs
will also be exposed to the actual conduct of
different patrols and its challenges.
Training Objectives
Upon completion, PTs will be able to:
T.O. #1: Define the terms Patrol Coverage, Patrol
Duration and Patrol Route; and
T.O. #2: Discuss about Frequency of Patrol
Operations.
DAILY TRAINING SCHEDULE (DAY 13)
• 4:00 AM - 5:00 AM: Reveille, • 1:00 PM - 1:15 PM: Formation and
morning preparations, and rank roll call.
inspection.
• 1:15 PM - 4:45 PM: Briefing for field
• 5:00 AM - 7:00 AM: Personal immersion
necessities/ cleaning of
aor/breakfast • 4:45 PM - 5:00 PM: Recapitulation
and debriefing.
• 7:00 AM - 8:00 AM: Formation and
Rank Inspection • 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Personal time
• 8:00 AM - 12:00 AM: Briefing, • 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM: Dinner time
Presentation/discussion of common
terms and patrol procedure. • 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM: Study time
Standing Duty.
• 9:30 PM - 4:00 AM (next day):
• 12:00 NN - 1:00 PM: Lunch break. TAPS (rest period).
THANK YOU
