59 Questions
According to the text, what is the purpose of the Assigned Vehicle Program (AVP) for peace officers of the Dallas ISD Police Department?
To provide an additional incentive for peace officers to recruit and maintain employment with the Dallas ISD Police Department.
According to the text, what is the eligibility requirement for an assigned vehicle for a peace officer?
All of the above.
According to the text, what is the responsibility of peace officers when driving department vehicles?
To set an example of good driving behavior and habits.
According to policy 7.20 and 7.21, what should vehicles do when responding to Code 1 calls?
Vehicles should obey traffic signs and speed limits
Who should be responsible for conducting crash investigations?
Supervisors with appropriate traffic investigation training
When should reports on motor vehicle crashes and injuries be filed?
Within 24 hours
What should the Chief of Police do after reviewing the supervisory investigation?
Order an internal investigation
Which one of these calls would be dispatched as Code 3?
A robbery in progress
What should officers do when responding to a robbery-in-progress call?
Comply with all posted speeds and traffic control devices
In which situations should officers activate emergency warning devices in non-emergencies?
To eliminate a potential hazard to the public or other officers
When can officers initiate an emergency response?
When an emergency is imminent or exists
Which of the following is NOT a reason for suspending or revoking a peace officer’s assigned vehicle?
Invalid or suspended license
According to the text, when can a department vehicle be left unattended with the engine running and unlocked?
When it is necessary that the vehicle be left running
According to the text, what should officers do if their assigned vehicle is unavailable?
Request an alternative vehicle from the On-Duty Sergeant
According to the text, when can vehicles parked at approved parking locations be used at the location for an athletic or special event without stadium team leader’s approval?
A documented police emergency where no other vehicle is available
Which one of the following statements about peace officers' use of assigned vehicles is true?
Peace officers are prohibited from transporting family members in assigned vehicles.
Which one of the following statements about the use of unmarked cars by peace officers is true?
Unmarked cars can be used to stop vehicles.
Which one of the following statements about the use of seat belts by peace officers is true?
Seat belts and shoulder straps shall be worn by the driver and all passengers during vehicle operation.
Which one of the following statements about the transport of juveniles by peace officers is true?
Juveniles can only be transported with the express permission of the Chief of Police or designee and parental permission, and only in relation to a law enforcement purpose.
According to the text, what is the maximum speed limit that an officer can exceed for Code 3 calls?
20 miles per hour
Based on the text, when should an emergency driver reduce the speed of the vehicle before entering and traversing a controlled intersection or other location with possibility of collision?
Only if necessary
According to the text, when can emergency driving to the scene of a motor vehicle accident be permissible?
All of the above
Based on the text, what must operators of department vehicles bear in mind regarding the traffic regulation requiring other vehicles to yield the right of way to any emergency vehicle?
It does not relieve emergency vehicle operators from the duty to drive with due regard for the safety of all persons using the highways
According to the text, who oversees the campus division of the Dallas Independent School District Police Department?
The Assistant Chief of Police
Based on the text, how many campus sectors are there in the Dallas Independent School District Police Department?
9
According to the text, what are the primary responsibilities of the campus division of the Dallas Independent School District Police Department?
All of the above
What should be done if a campus event is not staffed by the campus officer, security officer, or sector supervisor?
Notify the on-duty stadium leaders and on-duty patrol supervisor staffing
Who should be notified if an event will not be staffed?
Assigned departmental personnel
When will on-duty officers check in on the event?
When they are available
According to the text, what is the responsibility of officers when responding to calls?
To prioritize calls based on the risk to physical wellbeing
According to the text, what is the duty of officers when observing a violation of the law?
All of the above
According to the text, what is the responsibility of officers when transporting non-department civilians?
To notify the dispatcher of the transport
According to the text, what is the duty of officers when providing assistance to motorists at the campus?
All of the above
According to the text, what is the structure of the book 'Basic Handbook of Police Supervision: A Guide for Law Enforcement Supervisors'?
The book is structured in topic specific chapters with a summary at the end of each chapter.
What is the main focus of the book 'Basic Handbook of Police Supervision: A Guide for Law Enforcement Supervisors'?
The book focuses on the transition from coworker to boss in law enforcement.
What is one limitation mentioned about the book 'Basic Handbook of Police Supervision: A Guide for Law Enforcement Supervisors'?
The book does not discuss the impact of the Defund the Police movement.
According to the text, what is the primary focus of the book 'Basic Handbook of Police Supervision: A Practical Guide for Law Enforcement Supervisors' by Gerald W. Garner?
To offer guidance to law enforcement supervisors in managing challenges and crises
What is the purpose of Chapter 4 in the book 'Basic Handbook of Police Supervision: A Practical Guide for Law Enforcement Supervisors' by Gerald W. Garner?
To discuss the importance of and steps in becoming a positive role model
According to the text, what is the main topic of Chapter 11 in the book 'Basic Handbook of Police Supervision: A Practical Guide for Law Enforcement Supervisors' by Gerald W. Garner?
Maintaining composure while communicating effectively with media during a crisis
What is the purpose of Chapter 14 in the book 'Basic Handbook of Police Supervision: A Practical Guide for Law Enforcement Supervisors' by Gerald W. Garner?
To challenge experienced supervisors to groom officers to become leaders
What is one of the challenges that law enforcement officers face in today's environment?
All of the above
What is the impact of the changes in public sentiment on law enforcement officers?
They are portrayed as villains
What is the role of police leaders in dealing with the challenges faced by law enforcement officers?
To address the challenges and provide guidance and support
What is the primary responsibility of law enforcement leaders, according to the text?
To defend their officers against accusations
What is the burden placed on law enforcement officers, according to the text?
To prove that they are good and honorable public servants
What is the assumption that law enforcement officers often battle, according to the text?
That all cops are alike
What do law enforcement officers expect from their leaders, according to the text?
To stand up for them and represent their interests
What is the main responsibility of a leader in law enforcement?
To protect their credibility
What is the purpose of acknowledging that law enforcement officers can make mistakes?
To highlight the importance of selecting, training, and supervising law enforcement officers
What should leaders emphasize about broad-brush condemnations of any group of people?
They are unjust in the extreme
What is the responsibility of leaders when engaging in contentious discussions with cop critics?
To remain courteous and professional
During times of criticism and controversy, law enforcement leaders should
Remain above back-and-forth debates on social media
What is one of the responsibilities of law enforcement leaders during times of criticism and controversy?
To make themselves available to talk about what cops do and why
What is the recommended approach for law enforcement leaders when their agency is the focus of attention for something it allegedly did or did not do?
Make themselves available to talk earnestly about what cops do and why
What is the potential consequence of law enforcement officers engaging in back-and-forth debates on social media regarding police actions?
Loss of credibility and competency
What is the purpose of the book 'Basic Handbook of Police Supervision: A Practical Guide for Law Enforcement Supervisors' by Gerald W. Garner?
To pique the interest of undergraduate students in psychology and mental health fields
What should officers do if their assigned vehicle is unavailable?
Report the unavailability to their supervisor and follow department procedures
Based on the text, what must operators of department vehicles bear in mind regarding the traffic regulation requiring other vehicles to yield the right of way to any emergency vehicle?
Operators of department vehicles must follow the traffic regulation and exercise caution
What is the eligibility requirement for an assigned vehicle for a peace officer?
Demonstrated need for an assigned vehicle
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