Santa Monica Police Explorers, Alex Berry, 15,  and Alexsys Cornejo 15, do push-ups during  their weekly inspection  on Monday, November 6, 2006 in front of city hall. Santa Monica Police Explorer Captain Johnny Willis, 19, inspects  the troupes. Police Explorers must be between 14 and 19 years of age, be of good moral character, and have no serious arrest record.  Police Explorers must meet the same basic physical requirements as a Police Officer.  Police Explorers assist sworn police officers by performing non-hazardous duties such as assisting in crime reduction campaigns, evidence searches, disaster assistance, community relations activities, and civic events. Police Explorers are volunteers, but are completely insured while in training and on duty.