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What is the standard assignment for audible alarm calls according to the SOP 81.33?

One law enforcement officer (correct)

Two law enforcement officers

Three law enforcement officers

One public safety call taker

What action should an LEO take upon hearing an audible alarm as per SOP 81.33?

Immediately telephone the alarmed premises to inquire about its status

Notify the public safety dispatcher of the approximate location and investigate the alarm (correct)

Disregard the alarm unless further instructions are received

Wait for another LEO to arrive before investigating the alarm

What is the protocol for public safety call takers (PSCTs) if they receive a call on the alarm?

Notify the LEO immediately (correct)

Contact the fire department instead

Conduct a preliminary investigation before notifying the LEO

Ignore the call until the LEO arrives at the alarmed premises

What is the initial response from PSDs/PSCTs when an alarm is received?

They will not telephone the alarmed premises unless instructed by a supervisor Signup and view all the answers

What should LEOs do upon completing the search of alarmed premises with no sign of criminal activity?

Attempt to secure the structure Signup and view all the answers

According to the Alarm Calls SOP, what factors influence the decision of whether PSDs/PSCTs should telephone the alarmed premises upon arrival?

The presence or lack of vehicle(s) in the driveway, possible entry points, etc. Signup and view all the answers

What should PSDs/PSCTs do if they make contact with a representative in the alarmed premises?

Obtain and provide the race, gender, and clothing description of the representative and advise them to step out when advised by the LEO Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if silent listening and/or video alarm indicates that a crime may be occurring?

The law enforcement response should be handled as an in-progress felony Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances can an alarm be cancelled after it has been dispatched to an LEO?

If the LEO has NOT arrived at the scene Signup and view all the answers

In severe weather situations, what can PSDs request from an LEO supervisor?

To stack alarms for an increased number of alarms due to a storm Signup and view all the answers

How should residential alarms be dispatched during severe weather situations?

Based on the proximity of locations to the police station Signup and view all the answers

What should PSDs do if new information develops or circumstances change while an alarm call is stacked?

Upgrade the priority of the call Signup and view all the answers

Which types of alarm calls will have greater priority during severe weather situations?

Silent and holdup alarm calls Signup and view all the answers