Public Safety Administration
/ˈpʌblɪk ˈseɪfti ædmɪnɪˈstreɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The branch of government or organizational function responsible for planning, oversight, and coordination of all activities related to maintaining public order and safety.
The public safety administration implemented new policies to reduce urban crime rates.
- (n.) A field of study and practice focusing on the management and administration of agencies such as police, fire departments, emergency medical services, and disaster response units.
She pursued a degree in public safety administration to improve emergency response systems.
Forms
- public safety administration
- public safety administrations
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Commentary
This term covers both the governmental function and an academic/professional discipline; clarity in context distinguishes the intended meaning.
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