The recruits of the 17th Motor Carrier Recruit School got their feet wet this week and learned the basic fundamentals that will be constantly used throughout the entire time they’re here at the Michigan State Police Training Academy.
To start the week, every recruit went through a Physical Performance Profile (PPP) test, which includes a regiment of sit-ups, push-ups, running, jump rope and pull-ups. This test is used as a benchmark for progress comparisons conducted periodically in the recruit school. And as time progresses, each recruit will get stronger and improve on his or her initial score for the PPP test.
For moving around at the Training Academy, all recruits are instructed on proper cadence and military drill. They are even shown how to move through the cafeteria in an orderly and efficient manner. With proper discipline ingrained within the recruits, they function together and understand what it means to be a part of a team.
On another note, the recruits were issued and instructed on the proper handling of their duty weapon, a Sig Sauer P226, and backup revolver. Some of the other subjects they were introduced to this week included:
- Physical training (PT)
- First aid
- Defensive tactics
- Report writing
- Water safety program
MC Sgt. Steven Pascoe, commander of the 17th Motor Carrier Recruit School, will release everyone Friday evening for a weekend furlough.
The 17th Motor Carrier Recruit School has 27 recruits present and accounted for.
Respectfully submitted,
–MC Ofcr. Robert Lechtanski
Posted by msprecruits 
