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What is the primary purpose of this policy document?
What is the primary purpose of this policy document?
What is the primary responsibility of an emergency vehicle driver according to this document?
What is the primary responsibility of an emergency vehicle driver according to this document?
What are the primary characteristics of an "AUTHORIZED EMERGENCY VEHICLE", as defined in this document?
What are the primary characteristics of an "AUTHORIZED EMERGENCY VEHICLE", as defined in this document?
According to the document, what is a "CODED CALL"?
According to the document, what is a "CODED CALL"?
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What is the purpose of "STATIONARY ROADBLOCKS", according to the document?
What is the purpose of "STATIONARY ROADBLOCKS", according to the document?
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What is the key factor in initiating a vehicle pursuit?
What is the key factor in initiating a vehicle pursuit?
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When responding to coded calls, deputies must consider all of the following EXCEPT:
When responding to coded calls, deputies must consider all of the following EXCEPT:
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What is the responsibility of the Public Safety Communications Center in relation to coded calls?
What is the responsibility of the Public Safety Communications Center in relation to coded calls?
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What is the field supervisor's authority in relation to coded calls?
What is the field supervisor's authority in relation to coded calls?
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Which of the following factors is LEAST relevant when a deputy is responding to a coded call?
Which of the following factors is LEAST relevant when a deputy is responding to a coded call?
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Study Notes
Bexar County Sheriff's Office Policy Manual - Emergency Vehicle Response
- Issue Date: October 17, 2017
- Effective Date: November 13, 2017
- Chapter Number: Thirteen
- Office: Sheriff's Administration/Patrol Division
- Supersedes: April 15, 2014
- Re-evaluation Date: January 1, 2019
- Pages: 3
- Approved by: Javier Salazar, Bexar County Sheriff
- Purpose: The policy outlines the purpose and procedures for responding to emergency calls using emergency vehicles, emphasizing safety for all involved (officers and public)
Emergency Vehicle Response Definitions
- Authorized Emergency Vehicle: A vehicle equipped with emergency lights and siren
- Coded Call: A computer-aided dispatch incident categorized as Code 2 or 3
- Stationary Roadblocks: Part of the roadway blocked by one or more vehicles to limit passage
- Vehicle Pursuit: Begins when a violator attempts to evade a marked police vehicle
Procedures for Responding to Emergency Calls
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Response to Coded Calls: Hazardous situations warrant careful consideration of environmental and safety factors for both deputies and bystanders.
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Vehicle Operation: Safe and prudent operation, accounting for surroundings, traffic, and other drivers.
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Vehicle Equipment: Emergency lights and siren must be operational
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Vehicle Speed: Safe speed considerations for residential areas, school zones, etc.
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Safety Considerations: Deputies must consider the safety of themselves, others, and the general public/residents
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Call Circumstances: Hazardous circumstances of the call, including environmental factors, and the risk to both officers and citizens
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Response based on Code:
- Code One (Code 1) Call: Minimal potential for personal injury, routine response without emergency lights/siren; one patrol unit
- Code Two (Code 2) Call: Immediate attention needed (robbery, crashes), emergency lights and horn, complete stops at lights and signs; 2 or more patrol units
- Code Three (Code 3) Call: Critical situations, immediate danger to life/safety, immediate assistance required, continuous use of emergency lights and siren; 2 or more patrol units
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Field Supervisor Responsibility: Field supervisors oversee deployments, and are authorized to override response codes.
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Public Safety Communication Center (PSSC): The PSSC follows up with field supervisors acknowledging a call dispatch.
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This quiz reviews Chapter Thirteen of the Bexar County Sheriff's Office Policy Manual concerning emergency vehicle response. It covers definitions and procedures aimed at ensuring the safety of officers and the public during emergency calls. Test your understanding of the protocols that govern emergency vehicle usage!
