We had the opportunity to learn how to direct traffic and then actually do it in real intersections. We divided into two groups and went to different intersections where we turned off the traffic lights to practice. On a side note, it was cool to me that the Sheriff's Office has the power to literally control the traffic in the county. Many of us will get the chance to direct traffic during accidents and community events throughout our careers. It is an important skill to have as a law enforcement officers. So we put on the yellow and orange vests that we have all seen and got to work (in the heat of the afternoon). We were told that there would be drivers who would ignore our signals but the good citizens and workers of Golden, Colorado were very respectful and obedient to my group of rookies.
The Town of Ward may not have many or any traffic lights but their Marshal Recruit did awesome!
Be sure to obey all signals from Officer H. if you live in Arvada
It was nice to have Deputy Joselyn out on the pavement to help us
Cheering on the other recruits while waiting for our turns
I did not let the close vehicles passing by or the sun faze me