Allocating Police Patrol Vehicle Using Operations Research
CHAPTER I
Allocation of Police Patrol Officers and Vehicles in Baguio City Using Optimization Models
Baguio City is one of the famous tourist destinations visited in the Philippines by local tourists and even with foreigners for its cool climate, clean, and green environment. However, crime rates and accidents have been increasing yearly in Baguio City????? In order to reduce the likelihood of these incidents from happening, one excellent way is by implementing an effective police patrol system. A system that could assign and deploy its resources efficiently that will increase security, prevent accidents, and limit criminal opportunities in the area. Consequently, the residents and tourists could truly enjoy their stay and appreciate the real beauty of Baguio City.Introduction
Police allocation and deployment in various locations around an area would undoubtedly benefit the community. Patrol is the most visible and readily recognized function of modern police; 60% or more of the sworn personnel in many agencies are assigned to patrol. Most communities want 3 things from their police department: a) immediate response to emergencies, b) reasonable response times to non emergency, c) visibility that provides a feeling of security.
Background of the Problem
Baguio is a famous tourist destination for local tourists and even with the foreigners for its cool climate and clean and green environment. However, there are problems or concerns other locals and tourists observed in the city. Some of these are the increase of crime rates, accidents, and citizens including foreigners that does not abide by the rules. Therefore, this study is dedicated to making a difference around the city; the reduction of crime rates and prevention of accidents through proper police patrol vehicle allocation and deployment to crime hotspots and accident prone areas. In other words, the focus of police administrators should be on allocating and deploying officers to efficiently and
Allocation of Police Patrol Officers and Vehicles in Baguio City Using Optimization Models
Baguio City is one of the famous tourist destinations visited in the Philippines by local tourists and even with foreigners for its cool climate, clean, and green environment. However, crime rates and accidents have been increasing yearly in Baguio City????? In order to reduce the likelihood of these incidents from happening, one excellent way is by implementing an effective police patrol system. A system that could assign and deploy its resources efficiently that will increase security, prevent accidents, and limit criminal opportunities in the area. Consequently, the residents and tourists could truly enjoy their stay and appreciate the real beauty of Baguio City.Introduction
Police allocation and deployment in various locations around an area would undoubtedly benefit the community. Patrol is the most visible and readily recognized function of modern police; 60% or more of the sworn personnel in many agencies are assigned to patrol. Most communities want 3 things from their police department: a) immediate response to emergencies, b) reasonable response times to non emergency, c) visibility that provides a feeling of security.
Background of the Problem
Baguio is a famous tourist destination for local tourists and even with the foreigners for its cool climate and clean and green environment. However, there are problems or concerns other locals and tourists observed in the city. Some of these are the increase of crime rates, accidents, and citizens including foreigners that does not abide by the rules. Therefore, this study is dedicated to making a difference around the city; the reduction of crime rates and prevention of accidents through proper police patrol vehicle allocation and deployment to crime hotspots and accident prone areas. In other words, the focus of police administrators should be on allocating and deploying officers to efficiently and
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