Full Re-accreditation for the Department of Safety
NASHVILLE ---The Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. (CALEA) awarded the Tennessee Department of Safety (TDOS) full re-accreditation this weekend at its annual conference in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
“We are very pleased that CALEA has once again recognized the commitment and professionalism of this great organization,” announced Department of Safety Commissioner Dave Mitchell. “Re-accreditation ensures that the department meets the highest standards for law enforcement agencies. CALEA requires that we not only meet their standards, but that we also maintain those standards consistently in all facets of our operations.”
“Our Staff Inspections Unit led by Lieutenant Betty Blair put in many hours of hard work to make sure this goal was accomplished for another three years,” said Colonel Mike Walker. “We are extremely gratified that our department’s professional standards continue to receive international recognition.”
The Tennessee Department of Safety’s mission is (www.tennessee.gov/safety) to ensure the safety and general welfare of the public. The department encompasses the Tennessee Highway Patrol, Office of Homeland Security and Driver License Services. General areas of responsibility include law enforcement, safety education, motorist services and terrorism prevention.