22-10 Use of Department and Private Vehicles

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Who is responsible for submitting additions and/or deletions of assigned take-home vehicles to the bureau commander?

The Accounting and Payroll Section

The patrol officer

The assistant division commander

The element commander/supervisor (correct)

What is the deadline for submitting the completed Form 260 P.D. to the Accounting and Payroll Section?

The 10th day of the following month

The 15th day of the following month

The 5th day of the following month (correct)

The 1st day of the following month

What is the purpose of the Form 5760 P.D.?

To process payroll for patrol officers

To report vehicle damage incidents

To inspect all marked and unmarked Department vehicles and equipment (correct)

To assign take-home vehicles to patrol officers

Who is responsible for inspecting all vehicles weekly?

The supervisor Signup and view all the answers

Where is the completed Form 5760 P.D. placed after approval by the assistant division commander?

In the watch file for a period of six months Signup and view all the answers

What should commanders ensure is added to the 'Misc. Equipment' section of the Form 5760 P.D.?

Equipment assigned to specialized units Signup and view all the answers

What is the process to follow in the event of a vehicle damage incident while operating an authorized private or specialty vehicle on-duty?

Follow the procedures in the current directive entitled, 'Police Vehicular Reporting' Signup and view all the answers

Who receives the approved changes to the list of non-sworn members assigned unmarked take-home vehicles?

The Accounting and Payroll Section Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances can a Department member transport flammable materials?

Never, unless it's part of their duties Signup and view all the answers

Who reserves the right to suspend or revoke a Department member's use of a take-home vehicle?

The Chief of Police or designee Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the annual review of take-home vehicle assignment lists?

To ensure accurate records Signup and view all the answers

What happens when a member requests a vehicle re-categorization?

Documentation is forwarded through the member's chain of command Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for ensuring the accuracy of take-home vehicle lists?

Bureau commanders Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) in vehicle assignment?

It governs both Department and personal use of vehicles Signup and view all the answers

What happens when the Chief of Police changes a vehicle designation?

The approval is forwarded to the Research and Development Division Signup and view all the answers

Who authorizes the assignment of all vehicles to a designated Department position?

The Chief of Police Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for ensuring that assigned vehicles are inspected on a regular schedule?

Supervisors assigned to other bureaus Signup and view all the answers

What happens to vehicles left at the Fleet Operations Unit?

Their equipment is removed and properly secured at the appropriate division Signup and view all the answers

Who determines the maintenance responsibilities for vehicles and equipment?

The division commander Signup and view all the answers

Who can park in the designated Department parking garage spaces during daytime business hours?

Members assigned designated Department parking garage spaces Signup and view all the answers

What is required for operators of private vehicles authorized to park in the 1125 Cherry Lot?

Signing the appropriate logs located in the lot office Signup and view all the answers

Who should members contact if they have questions on whether vehicle use complies with policy?

Their bureau office or the Office of General Counsel Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of appropriate reports in the context of vehicle usage?

To determine the circumstances surrounding missing or damaged equipment Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Policy Acknowledgement SyStem (PASS)?

To distribute policies to Department members Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Vehicle Inspection and Maintenance

Supervisors are responsible for inspecting assigned vehicles on a regular schedule.
Vehicles left at the Fleet Operations Unit will have their equipment removed and secured at the appropriate division.
Maintenance responsibilities for vehicles and equipment are determined by the division commander.

Reporting and Record Keeping

Appropriate reports may be required to determine the circumstances surrounding missing or damaged equipment.
Members with questions on vehicle use policy should contact their bureau office or the Office of General Counsel.
Completed Form 260 P.D. must be received by the Accounting and Payroll Section by the fifth day of the following month.

Vehicle Assignment and Use

The Chief of Police must authorize in writing the assignment of all vehicles to a designated Department position.
Members are not allowed to transport flammable materials unless in the performance of their duties.
After-market changes to Department vehicles are not allowed without written authorization from the Chief of Police.
The Chief of Police reserves the right to suspend or revoke any Department member from the use of a take-home vehicle.

Parking and Access

Members assigned designated Department parking garage spaces are the only ones permitted to park there during daytime business hours.
Operators of private vehicles authorized to park in the 1125 Cherry Lot must sign the appropriate logs located in the lot office.

Vehicle Damage and Incidents

Members involved in a vehicle damage incident while operating an authorized private or specialty vehicle on-duty must follow the procedures in the “Police Vehicular Reporting” directive.
The weekly “Vehicle and Equipment Inspection Form, Form 5760 P.D.” is used for inspections of all marked and unmarked Department vehicles and equipment assigned to the Patrol Bureau.

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This quiz covers the rules and procedures for vehicle management in fleet operations, including inspection schedules, equipment removal, and maintenance responsibilities.