Visual Requirements: Static Guard of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police

Authors

  • J.E. Sheedy

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.65636/cjo.v51i4.7036

Keywords:

visual requirements, Royal Canadian Mounted Police, police

Abstract

The Static Guard of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police are the first line of defense against terrorist activity. Their job requirements are analyzed with respect to the visual skills required to perform those job elements. Specific visual standards are recommended.

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Published

2026-06-22

How to Cite

Sheedy, J. (2026). Visual Requirements: Static Guard of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. Canadian Journal of Optometry, 51(4), 155–161. https://doi.org/10.65636/cjo.v51i4.7036

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Original Research