BSO Vehicle Incident Reporting Procedures

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Who is responsible for reporting a traffic crash, traffic incident, property damage, or non-contact incident involving a BSO vehicle?

The employee operating the BSO vehicle (correct)

The local law enforcement agency

BSO Communications

The employee's supervisor or an on-duty supervisor in the employee's command

What form is required to be completed for all BSO traffic crash investigations involving BSO vehicles?

BSO Incident Report Form

Florida Crash Report Short Form

Traffic Crash Investigation Worksheet

Florida Crash Report Long Form (correct)

Which agency is responsible for conducting traffic crash investigations involving BSO vehicles in non-BSO jurisdictions within Broward County?

The closest BSO district (correct)

BSO road patrol

Florida Highway Patrol

Local law enforcement agency

What happens when a traffic crash involves a BSO vehicle and another agency's vehicle?

A third-party agency with jurisdiction is requested to respond and conduct the investigation Signup and view all the answers

Who notifies the closest on-duty road patrol supervisor in the event of a traffic crash, traffic incident, property damage, or non-contact incident?

BSO Communications Signup and view all the answers

Why would a third-party agency with jurisdiction be unable to respond to conduct a traffic crash investigation?

Lack of resources Signup and view all the answers

In which scenario would the agency with patrol responsibilities conduct the traffic crash investigation?

If a third-party agency with jurisdiction is unable to respond Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of conducting traffic crash investigations involving BSO vehicles?

To identify areas for improvement in BSO operations Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for ensuring the involved employee's vehicle is brought in for inspection within seven business days of the incident?

The employee's immediate supervisor Signup and view all the answers

What is required for leased vehicles involved in a traffic crash or property damage incident?

Inspect the vehicle at the leasing company Signup and view all the answers

What should be reviewed as part of the initial administrative evaluation of the incident?

Reports or evidence pertaining to the damage, including traffic crash reports and event reports Signup and view all the answers

What should be done with all photographs taken at the scene of a traffic crash or property damage incident?

Submit them to evidence.com Signup and view all the answers

Who should be spoken with as part of the initial administrative evaluation of the incident?

The involved parties and witnesses Signup and view all the answers

What should be created in BlueTeam as part of the initial administrative evaluation of the incident?

A Vehicle Crash / Property Damage entry Signup and view all the answers

Why should an employee's vehicle be brought in for inspection even if it has no visible damage?

To ensure the vehicle is safe to operate Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if another agency conducted part of the investigation?

Coordinate with them to obtain a copy of any investigative documents and evidence Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of the supervisor in case of a traffic crash or property damage incident involving a BSO vehicle?

Conduct an administrative evaluation of the incident Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for conducting a property damage investigation involving BSO vehicles outside Broward County?

The law enforcement agency with jurisdiction Signup and view all the answers

In case of a traffic crash involving a fatality, potential fatality, or serious bodily injury, who should be notified?

Traffic Homicide, Internal Affairs, and Risk Management Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of the deputy regarding documentation of a traffic crash or property damage incident?

Not delay or divert transport for the purpose of documentation Signup and view all the answers

Who will respond to the scene of a traffic crash or property damage incident involving a BSO vehicle in Broward County?

The closest on-duty supervisor or lieutenant Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of the supervisor regarding the employee's personal effects and BSO property?

Secure the employee's personal effects and BSO property, when necessary Signup and view all the answers

Who will respond to the scene of a traffic crash or property damage incident involving a BSO vehicle outside Broward County?

The closest on-duty supervisor or unit supervisor Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of the supervisor regarding notification of the appropriate agencies?

Ensure a deputy or the appropriate law enforcement agency has been notified and is responding, and ensure the appropriate fire rescue agency has been notified and is responding, if applicable Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Reporting

Employees operating a BSO vehicle must immediately report any traffic crash, traffic incident, property damage, or non-contact incident to:
- Local law enforcement agency for immediate response
- Local fire rescue agency, if applicable, for immediate response
- BSO Communications to notify the closest on-duty road patrol supervisor
- The employee's supervisor or an on-duty supervisor in the employee's command

Traffic Crash Investigations

All BSO traffic crash investigations involving BSO vehicles require the completion of a Florida Crash Report Long Form
Assignment of investigation:
- Within Broward County: BSO road patrol responsible for conducting investigations in their district
- Non-BSO jurisdiction: The closest BSO district responsible for conducting investigations
- Other agency-involved crashes: On-scene BSO supervisor requests a third-party agency with jurisdiction to conduct the investigation

Initial Administrative Evaluation

Conducted by the supervisor with available information, including:
- Speaking with the investigator, involved parties, and witnesses
- Ensuring the scene and all involved vehicles are photographed and submitted to evidence.com
- Reviewing reports or evidence pertaining to the damage
- Coordinating with other agencies to obtain investigative documents, photographs, and evidence
- Creating a Vehicle Crash / Property Damage entry in BlueTeam

Inspection and Repair

All BSO vehicles involved in a traffic crash or property damage incident must be brought in for inspection to a BSO Service Center within seven business days of the incident, if possible
Leased vehicles will be inspected at the leasing company in accordance with the approved leasing agreement
If an employee is unable to bring the vehicle in within seven business days, the employee's immediate supervisor will ensure the vehicle is brought in for inspection

Supervisor's Responsibility

Conduct an administrative evaluation of a traffic crash or property damage incident involving a BSO vehicle
Ensure a deputy or the appropriate law enforcement agency has been notified and is responding
Ensure the appropriate fire rescue agency has been notified and is responding, if applicable
Secure the employee's personal effects and BSO property, when necessary
Notify Traffic Homicide, Internal Affairs, and Risk Management if the traffic crash involves a fatality, potential fatality, or serious bodily injury

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Learn about the procedures for reporting traffic crashes, incidents, and property damage involving BSO vehicles. Understand who to notify and when.