Commissioner of Police, David Manning, has issued a directive for RPNGC personnel
to better adhere to fitness levels befitting the standards expected to do their jobs.
The Commissioner made mention of the directive while training with KUMUL23
personnel and completing the Pacific Police Commissioners’ Fitness Challenge issued
by his counterpart, Tonga Police Commissioner, Geoff Turner.
“The public expect their police to be fit for duty and that is my expectation of our men
and women in uniform,” Commissioner Manning said.
“Our new recruits must meet fitness requirements when they apply to join the force,
and it is important that we ensure standards are maintained across the ranks.
“Police work is physically and mentally demanding. We must be on the top of our
game.”
“Witnessing our recent graduation of more than 200 probationary police constables, I
was proud to see the highest physical standards. These young constables are
professional and remind us of the importance of physical discipline.
“The best members we have on the force are those who are committed to serving our
people and protecting lives and property, and this is the RPNGC that we are
developing.”
Commissioner Manning said he made a decision to improve his personal fitness and
is leading by example.
“We all put on a few kilos as we get older but that is something we can manage through
discipline, exercise and sensible choices.
“A disciplined approach to physical fitness benefits our members professionally and
personally.
“New standards for physical fitness will be introduced that will set levels required for
our police to meet.”
“Personnel that are part of the KUMUL23 Police Tactical Group must attain a peak
standard of physical fitness and mental agility.
“KUMUL23 sets a high level and this is a very good example for other police around
the Nation to aspire to in their jobs.
At the conclusion of the physical training exercise with KUMUL23 Members last week
near Port Moresby, Commissioner Manning said he accepted the challenge from
Tonga and now passes the challenge to the Commissioner of Vanuatu Police Force.
