A police unit is a group of officers that work together to protect and serve the public. The most common police units are precincts, SWAT teams, platoons, and SWATteams. A PRECINCT is a local police station that serves a specific area. SWAT stands for Special Weapons and Tactics and is a specialized unit that responds to high-risk situations. A PLATOON is a small military unit consisting of two or more squads. Finally, a SWATteam is a specialized unit of police officers trained in special tactics and weapons.