FTO Operations

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According to the text, what is the policy of the Boca Raton Police Services Department regarding newly-hired law enforcement officers (LEOs)?

To acquaint them with operation of the FTP

To provide them with basic skills training

To train them in proper law enforcement practices through a field training program (correct)

To assign them to FTO supervisors

Who are the individuals associated with the Field Training Program (FTP) according to the text?

FTOs, FTO supervisors, and trainees (correct)

LEOs, FTOs, and city officials

City officials, LEOs, and FTO supervisors

FTO supervisors, city officials, and trainees

What is emphasized as an important element of Phase I in the text?

Introducing trainees to specialized equipment

Teaching advanced law enforcement techniques

Administering evaluations to trainees

Molding the trainee's attitude toward the acceptance of training (correct)

Which phase is described as the introductory phase in the text?

Phase I Signup and view all the answers

What does the text specify as one of the main areas to be taught during Phase I?

Officer safety and areas of potential liability Signup and view all the answers

What is the range for performance ratings on the Daily Observation Report?

1 to 7 Signup and view all the answers

How is an UNACCEPTABLE performance level recorded on the DOR?

As a '1' Signup and view all the answers

What does a numerical rating of '4' represent on the DOR?

Acceptable performance Signup and view all the answers

How are performance levels between Unacceptable and Acceptable recorded on the DOR?

As a '2' and '3' Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of Daily Observation Reports (DORs)?

FTO supervisor Signup and view all the answers

When are evaluation sessions for trainees held?

At the discretion of the FTO supervisor Signup and view all the answers

What is reviewed during trainee evaluation sessions?

Trainee's progress, performance strengths and weaknesses Signup and view all the answers

What should be included in the wrap-up of Field Training Officer evaluation sessions?

A brief summary of any actions or recommendations needing follow-up Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Phase II in the field training program?

To review tasks previously accomplished by the trainee Signup and view all the answers

What is characteristic of Phase III in the field training program?

The trainee usually feels more comfortable with his/her new role Signup and view all the answers

Why are the first days of Phase I, Phase II, and Phase III referred to as Limbo Days?

Because the trainee will not be rated on the Daily Observation Report during these days Signup and view all the answers

What happens if the FTO has called in sick during field training?

The trainee will be reassigned for that day to another FTO Signup and view all the answers

What is contained in the Trainee Manual used during field training?

Basic police responsibilities, tasks, and procedures Signup and view all the answers

What does 'INSTRUCTED/EXPLAINED' refer to in the Trainee Manual?

Instances when actual task accomplishments cannot be achieved Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of evaluations in the field training program?

To record and document a trainee's progress Signup and view all the answers

What is characteristic of Phase IV in the field training program?

Upon completion, the trainee is assigned to the FSD as a solo officer Signup and view all the answers

What does 'PERFORMED/TESTED' refer to in the Trainee Manual?

Demonstration of tasks by both the FTO and trainee until they feel comfortable with the skill level shown Signup and view all the answers

What happens when an FTO assumes responsibility for the Trainee Manual?

The FTO checks off each task completed by themselves in all phases of field training Signup and view all the answers

What are temporary assignment options for a sick FTO during field training?

Reassigning the trainee to another FTO for that day if available, if not, then assigning to another senior law enforcement officer Signup and view all the answers

What happens when a task cannot be accomplished due to lack of opportunity during field training?

A complete discussion of the task occurs without actual task accomplishment Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the End of Phase Summary Form?

To recommend advancing a trainee to the next phase or extending the trainee for additional remedial purposes Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the Standardized Evaluation Guidelines?

To ensure equal and standard ratings for trainees throughout the program Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Daily Observation Report (DOR)?

To provide a permanent record of the trainee’s progress Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of End of Watch feedback?

To reinforce instructions, criticism, and praise given during or after each earlier incident Signup and view all the answers

What should be avoided when writing narrative portions of the evaluation?

Concluding from facts Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Standardized Evaluation Guidelines in relation to Daily Observation Reports (DOR)?

To ensure equal and standard ratings for trainees throughout the program Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using verbatim quotes in narrative portions of evaluations?

To report what was said rather than attempt to describe the effect of the words Signup and view all the answers

What does the narrative in evaluations aim to accomplish?

'Let the facts speak for themselves' Signup and view all the answers

'Before a decision to terminate is made, what must be reviewed?'

'The chances that the trainee will improve in the future' Signup and view all the answers

'What must FTOs never do?'

'Give up on a trainee who has the capability of succeeding' Signup and view all the answers

'What is one of the questions that must be asked before making a decision to terminate?'

'Has everything been done to help the trainee make it through the program successfully' Signup and view all the answers

'What is emphasized when writing narrative portions of evaluations?'

'Speak to performance not personality' Signup and view all the answers