According to what the uniformed men told The Observerduring his period in command they promoted improvements in infrastructure, equipment and working conditions that had a direct impact on daily operations and the well-being of staff.
“It has been years since we had management so close to the staff“said one of the officers consulted. Another pointed out that Ferreira was a leader who “She was always concerned about the conditions in which people worked.“.
Among the most valued changes they mention reconditioning works in different departments, logistical improvements and greater attention to working conditions of the unit’s police officers.
“He was not only concerned about operational results, but also about how the official lived and worked.“said one of the sources.
The officials also highlighted the commitment to training and coaching. In that sense, they pointed out that during Ferreira’s administration, voluntary shooting practice days on weekendsin addition to training opportunities for police motorcyclists aimed at strengthening operational capabilities.
“Permanent training was encouraged and this was noticed at the professional level of the force.“said one officer. “Many attended voluntarily because they understood that it was a opportunity to improve“he added.
Another aspect mentioned by the troops refers to changes in internal services of the Republican Guard. As indicated, Improved nutrition for junior staff and modifications were made that sought to improve the conditions of permanence within police facilities.
“It seems like something minor, but for those who spend many hours on duty, those things make a difference.“commented a source. “There was a real concern to dignify the police officer,” he added.
Sources from the unit also indicated that different agencies under the orbit of the Republican Guard received internal recognition within the Ministry of the Interior during recent years, something they attribute to the work carried out by the command teams and the level of performance achieved.
“The Republican Guard has grown a lot in these years and that is something that no one can deny.“said one of those consulted, who added that”He cared about staff, training and working conditions“.
The troops maintain that one of Ferreira’s most valued characteristics was having placed emphasis on the human resources and in the professionalization of the forceunderstanding that operational performance also depends on the conditions in which officials work.
“We were very surprised by the decision because we saw a positive management“said a member of the unit. Another added: “Beyond political decisions, he leaves an important mark within the Republican Guard“.
In this context, they consider that their management left a mark within the Republican Guard and that many of the measures promoted in recent years will be remembered by those who make up the unit.
