End of Echo Life

24 July had just passed and we stand down yesterday as early as 6.30pm. Everything went smoothly except for the SOP intrusion exercises and we were even commended for our alertness.

Day one was the adaptation phase. Especially for us PCGO since our daily job is vastly different from the normal div life. Our jobs consist of manning the WTMD, restricting access to sensitive areas, foot patrol area the premises and the interior of the meeting venue. Day one went smoothly with the raid teamers conducting intrusions of all sort at all stations. However all attempts were stopped successfully.

Day two was the continuation phase. All procedures had been briefed and drilled in our heads by now. Different stations were familiar with their SOP. Human traffic increased significantly over time at each station. More visitors and staff were stopped, checked and searched for security reasons. With more checks means manpower will get stretched more which bring about operational fatigue. However with the help of external security agency and sufficient mealbreaks and periodic rest, we were able to manage.

Day three was the final phase. After the steep learning curve from the 1st two days, we were really effective in our jobs. Since it was the final lap which, it mean that most officers were both physically & mentally drained. However with the regular Supervisory rounds by our TL, we were given motivation and encouragement which provide the boost in our security efforts.

This three days were very meaningful and provide many learning points which can be used in both my working and personal life.