Probation Officer how-to

How to Make a Safe Home Visit

Home visits verify compliance while keeping officers safe.

Updated By the Career Education Institute Curriculum Team
Quick answer

Home visits verify compliance while keeping officers safe. In short: review; tell; visit, then complete the remaining steps below.

Step by step

  1. Review risks and the address.

  2. Tell your office where you’re going.

  3. Visit with a partner when possible.

  4. Observe surroundings.

  5. Check compliance and living conditions.

  6. Document the visit.

Safety reminders for probation officers

  • Share your location and plan for home visits
  • Follow safety training and policies
  • Use caution with drug testing materials
  • Manage stress with support and supervision

Probation · Parole · Conditions of supervision · Violation · Revocation · Presentence investigation (PSI): see the full probation officer glossary.

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