DOVER, Del. — The Townsend Police Department became the 12th police agency to earn state accreditation through the Delaware Police Accreditation Commission (DPAC). Earning state accreditation requires a commitment to excellence and determination. Townsend Chief Robert Longo and the entire Townsend Police Department embraced the challenge and successfully navigated the process to meet 105 professional standards. A team of DPAC assessors completed its assessment of the department’s policies and practices and interviewed members of the department to ensure that all the accreditation standards were met through a comprehensive on-site inspection.
 
DPAC members are committed to advancing law enforcement professionalism through the establishment of professional standards and the administration of formal mechanisms by which Delaware Police agencies can be systematically measured, evaluated, and updated. Accreditation improves officer and public safety, addresses high risk management issues, promotes operational efficiency through policy development, enhances the reputation of the agency, attracts the best qualified candidates for employment, and increases public trust and confidence.
 

ABOUT THE POLICE OFFICER STANDARDS AND TRAINING COMMISSION

The Police Officer Standards and Training Commission (POST), a division of the Department of Safety and Homeland Security (DSHS), oversees standards and training for all police officers in Delaware. POST aims to improve the professionalism and behavior of officers by setting qualifications for new recruits, education and training requirements, and training standards. POST advises the Delaware Police Accreditation Commission (DPAC), provides guidelines for local oversight boards, and investigates potential officer misconduct relative to certification.

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