Agency Vehicle Damage Policy

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What is expected of each employee concerning agency vehicles?

To operate agency vehicles recklessly to save time

To operate agency vehicles efficiently, maintain, and drive them safely (correct)

To disregard all rules of the road while driving agency vehicles

To always exceed speed limits while driving agency vehicles

What should the Watch Commander do if a conflict exists?

Hold a staff meeting to discuss the conflict

Notify the immediate Supervisor of the involved employee(s) (correct)

Ensure the crash is investigated by the fire department

Engage in a criminal investigation

According to policy, who is required to respond to agency vehicle crashes or incidents with vehicle damage in St. Johns County?

Deputies on duty

Traffic controllers

Security guards

Patrol Shift Supervisors (correct)

What type of reports should be completed as per the protocol?

General Offense / Incident Report and / or Traffic Crash report Signup and view all the answers

In what situation are deputies subject to urine or blood samples in agency crashes?

When suspicion of impairment exists Signup and view all the answers

What action will the responding Patrol Shift Leader take in the case of an agency vehicle crash?

Determine which agency will investigate the crash and what resources are needed Signup and view all the answers

What is the required action if there is probable cause to believe an employee is under the influence of an intoxicant?

A criminal investigation will be completed Signup and view all the answers

When should an employee and/or passengers who are employees report an injury?

To the Workers Compensation company Signup and view all the answers

When is BlueTeam entry required for agency vehicles?

When a vehicle owned / leased by the agency comes in contact with any object Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of drug screening according to policy 26.6?

Mandatory requirements for post-incident drug and alcohol testing Signup and view all the answers

Who should be notified if there is a crash involving an agency vehicle?

Fleet Manager Signup and view all the answers

What should be done with the photographs of the crash scene?

Attach them to the BlueTeam data entry Signup and view all the answers

Who has the authority to approve urine or blood samples in at-fault agency crashes?

Watch Commander or above Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of Patrol Shift Supervisors concerning agency vehicle crashes or incidents?

To respond to any agency vehicle crashes or incidents with vehicle damage in St. Johns County Signup and view all the answers

When must the civilian Supervisor respond in the event of a crash involving civilian employees driving an agency vehicle?

If the crash involves serious bodily injury or death Signup and view all the answers

What should be reviewed with the appropriate Supervisor?

Reports Signup and view all the answers

What degree of fault is considered when determining responsibility for a crash?

No degree of fault other than 'at fault' or 'not at fault' Signup and view all the answers

Who has the final authority to decide on disciplinary actions for an agency member?

Division Director Signup and view all the answers

What action can be taken in the case of serious misconduct or deliberate violation of policy?

Suspension without pay Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the Traffic Crash Review Board in disciplinary decisions?

To compile a history of traffic crashes Signup and view all the answers

In what circumstance would the Division Director recommend more severe disciplinary action?

For deliberate violation of policy or gross negligence Signup and view all the answers

What action should an employee take if a minor traffic crash occurs with no injuries and the vehicles are drivable?

Safely remove the vehicles from traffic lanes Signup and view all the answers

When should the driver of an agency vehicle appear in court and testify after being involved in a traffic crash?

If the agency driver witnesses the other driver commit a traffic violation causing the crash Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of the Patrol Supervisor at the scene of a traffic crash involving an agency vehicle?

Check on the welfare of the employee and citizens Signup and view all the answers

In case of a traffic crash, when should an employee report the incident?

Immediately Signup and view all the answers

What should an employee do in a traffic crash if the vehicles are not drivable?

Call a tow truck immediately Signup and view all the answers

If an employee witnesses the other driver commit a traffic violation causing a crash, what action is required?

Appear in court and testify Signup and view all the answers

Who should the Communications center notify in the event of an agency vehicle crash?

Fire / Rescue as needed Signup and view all the answers

What is the first thing an employee should do if involved in an agency traffic crash?

Report the traffic crash immediately to Communications Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of the Fleet Manager in terms of vehicle traffic crashes?

Informing the insurance claims adjuster about the crash Signup and view all the answers

Who is specifically responsible for ensuring that all General Services Division / Risk Management responsibilities are completed in case of excessive damage or death?

General Services Division Director Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the responsibilities of the Traffic Crash Review Board?

Reviewing all crashes involving agency vehicle damage Signup and view all the answers

In case of vehicle damage, what is the responsibility of the Fleet Manager once the vehicle has been cleared by insurance adjusters?

Notify the driver of the vehicle Signup and view all the answers

When should crash reviews be completed according to the information provided?

Within 30 days of the crash Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the Fleet Manager in the process of billing for repairs?

Ensure all billing is directed through the insurance carrier Signup and view all the answers

What happens once damage estimates are received and the vehicle is ready for repairs according to the Fleet Manager's responsibilities?