Penitentiary Action Group of Seap concludes 13th Gama Course, contributing to the training of Army corporals
Lasting five days, the Armory Management and Weapon Maintenance Course had the participation of three security forces
The State Secretariat for Penitentiary Administration (Seap) has completed the training of another class of the Armory Management and Weapon Maintenance Course (Gama). Held at the Penitentiary Action Group (GAP) Base, in the Santa Izabel do Pará Penitentiary Complex, in the Metropolitan Region of Belém, the training included 25 students from the Penal Police, Military Police, and Municipal Civil Guard. Instructor André Lopes led the activities.
“This course strengthens the skills and expands the technical capacity of the servers of the involved institutions,” highlighted Penal Police officer Eslaine Almeida, commander of the GAP. “This was the 13th Gama Course we have conducted. We will continue to invest in training of this nature, in order to better prepare the security agents of our State,” assured Eslaine Almeida.
Operator of the GAP and currently the only instructor of the training, André Lopes emphasizes that the Gama Course is of utmost importance, both for the institution and for the professionals working in the security area. “It goes far beyond the technical aspect of maintenance, also encompassing management, control, and standardization,” he explains.
Professional who conceived the course, André Lopes lists the main points of relevance. “Safety and legal compliance, as they ensure that the institution maintains its collection of weapons regularized with the Federal Police and other oversight bodies,” he highlights. For the operator, the course provides risk reduction: “Well-maintained and properly stored weapons reduce the chance of accidents, operational failures, and diversions.”
Moreover, André Lopes points out that the training contributes to a more efficient management of the institution, as it “standardizes procedures for entry, exit, control, inventory, and decommissioning of weapons, avoiding losses and administrative responsibilities.”
The professional emphasizes that it is crucial for preventive and corrective maintenance. “The course trains professionals to identify problems, perform basic repairs, and know when to send the weapon for specialized maintenance,” he details. Lastly, it provides an increase in the lifespan of the weaponry. “Proper technical care prevents premature wear, saving resources,” Lopes adds.
Brazilian Army
Members of the Penitentiary Action Group of Seap also acted as instructors (Marques, W. Sousa, and J. Nascimento) of the Police Corporals Training Course promoted by the 15th Army Police Company, between September 9 and 10. In total, nine students were instructed on two topics: Handling and Use of Caliber 12; and Intervention Concepts.
“Gradually, the GAP is establishing itself as a reference not only within the penal police but also among other security forces. This recognition is the result of collective effort, discipline, and dedication of each member, who elevate the name of the group with each mission,” evaluated Commander Eslaine Almeida.
