The police work is a dangerous work. Hazards and risks loom from various departments. These hazards include communicable diseases, and injuries. The work pressures cause high blood pressure and stress. The occupational and health challenges of police work stem from a combination of various risk factors depending on the nature of the duty/task. Each officer responds differently to operational work and personal factors. Police work is not homogenous in conditions and environment, neither are the officers in health responses. The study examine the risk associated with police duties in Rivers State, Nigeria. Study adopted the simple random sampling techniques. The instrument was a structured questionnaire administered to 370 officers. Data were analysed using descriptive statistics. Results indicated more police officers work in the department of operations, investigations and traffic, with challenging working conditions. Minimum work load is 12 hours of duty. Majority of the work force are in constant contact with members of the public. Officers fear communicable disease and health conditions associated with public interaction as major causes of occupational injuries and death. It is recommended that the police management incorporate the principles of health and safety into operational policies and guidance of the Police Force. Safety and health practices be enshrined in the police training programme and in refresher courses to ensure conversancy and compliance.