TWENTY police officers attached to the Airport Police Unit, yesterday completed a two-week course on basic aviation security. The training held at the force’s headquarters in Kacyiru, was conducted by Rwanda National Police (RNP) in conjunction with Rwanda Civil Aviation Authority (RCAA).During the 14-day training, participants received tips in various areas such as screening and searching of passengers and their baggage, restricted articles, including weapons, explosives as well as incendiary devices.Presiding over the closing ceremony, the Deputy Inspector General of Police, Stanley Nsabimana commended RCAA for their cooperation, especially concerning the capacity building of the airport police unit.He urged trainees to put into practice the acquired skills and also cooperate with other agencies and organisations to ensure security.Claver Bazatoha, the Director of Flight Safety Services, appealed to the officers to use the skills to professionally execute their duties.“Security goes hand-in-hand with facilitation. That is the only way we shall be able to portray a good image to our guests,” said Bazatoha.AIP Richard Tumusime, one of the course participants, noted that the course was very crucial and the skills acquired will be shared with colleagues to effectively maintain security at the airport.
