The Search and Rescue team of sniffer dogs of the Security Inspection Department at the Security and Ports Affairs Department of Abu Dhabi Police obtained the international certification on search and rescue from the International Rescue Dog Organization (IRO), marking a new achievement for ADP.
Brigadier Dr. Saif Bou Dhfeera Al Ameri, Director General of Security and Ports Affairs in Abu Dhabi Police said that the certification qualifies the team to work in different environmental conditions.
Moreover, he stressed the keenness of Abu Dhabi Police to have its security teams become a scientific and training reference, to carry out its functions to the fullest, and reflect the level of development and excellence it has achieved.
Al Ameri added that the Search and Rescue Team of sniffer dogs undertook several local and international training sessions and participated in rescue and search operations for victims within the ADP Search and Rescue Team.
Furthermore, he noted that this achievement embodies the ADP vision to continuously develop the skills of its staff to face any challenges that arise from global changes. He also emphasized the police leadership’s commitment to keep pace with the future goals of the Plan Abu Dhabi 2030, and to determine the aspects of security response to promote stability, as a cornerstone for further development and evolution.
In the same context, Colonel Jamal Habash, Director of Security Inspection Department (K-9), said that the Search and Rescue Team of sniffer dogs has already passed successfully Level 1of IRO tests, and is reinforcing its readiness to pass the second level, known for its difficult exercises and tests, held in Hungary.
He added that the team included 6 internationally certified trainers from IRO, working closely with the United Nations; accompanied by 6 dogs. The team underwent a four week training program, which included training on search for victims under rubble, and obedience. The training sessions were followed by a re-evaluation phase, to determine the level of development in training, and address the negative aspects. A series of rehearsals and training scenarios was conducted during the final week, in preparation for the two-day test hat the team passed successfully.