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What is the primary objective of the Bicycle Patrol Program?
What is the primary objective of the Bicycle Patrol Program?
- To enforce traffic regulations in difficult-to-reach areas
- To conduct undercover operations in residential areas
- To provide more personal contact between community members and police officers (correct)
- To manage emergency medical services in the city
Who is responsible for the administration of the Bicycle Patrol Program?
Who is responsible for the administration of the Bicycle Patrol Program?
- Patrol officers
- Field Services Division commander (correct)
- Detectives division supervisor
- Traffic enforcement unit
Which function is NOT listed as a part of the Bicycle Patrol Program?
Which function is NOT listed as a part of the Bicycle Patrol Program?
- Traffic control in busy intersections (correct)
- Becoming familiar with business owners and residents
- Answering calls for service
- Enforcement action
How are officers assigned to the Bicycle Patrol Program?
How are officers assigned to the Bicycle Patrol Program?
What is the responsibility of the supervisor designated to oversee the Bicycle Patrol Program?
What is the responsibility of the supervisor designated to oversee the Bicycle Patrol Program?
What is considered as temporary duty in relation to the Bicycle Patrol Program?
What is considered as temporary duty in relation to the Bicycle Patrol Program?
What equipment must stay with the bicycle at all times, except for the uniform shirt and shorts?
What equipment must stay with the bicycle at all times, except for the uniform shirt and shorts?
According to the SOP, what is the requirement for wearing a helmet for Bicycle Program personnel?
According to the SOP, what is the requirement for wearing a helmet for Bicycle Program personnel?
What is the responsibility of officers regarding bicycle security?
What is the responsibility of officers regarding bicycle security?
When handling back-ups and calls for service, what is the role of officers on bicycle patrol?
When handling back-ups and calls for service, what is the role of officers on bicycle patrol?
What is the minimum number of hours for a shift that allows a bicycle patrol officer to have one 30-minute break?
What is the minimum number of hours for a shift that allows a bicycle patrol officer to have one 30-minute break?
What must an applicant's most recent performance evaluation be in order to be considered for selection to the Bicycle Patrol Program?
What must an applicant's most recent performance evaluation be in order to be considered for selection to the Bicycle Patrol Program?
What type of training must officers receive before deployment to the Bicycle Patrol Program?
What type of training must officers receive before deployment to the Bicycle Patrol Program?
What type of repairs on City-owned bicycles do not need supervisor's approval?
What type of repairs on City-owned bicycles do not need supervisor's approval?
Under what circumstances can a bicycle patrol officer store the assigned bicycle at the Department?
Under what circumstances can a bicycle patrol officer store the assigned bicycle at the Department?