19 Questions
According to the Coral Gables Police Department's Canine Unit Operations Manual, how often do Patrol handlers renew their Patrol Canine Certifications after the initial certification?
Every year
Who is responsible for the certification of Controlled Substances and Explosive Detection Dogs?
Independent testing authorities
What should canine handlers do if a conflict arises with a field supervisor regarding the use of the canine?
Utilize their canine to the best of their ability
When should the scene of an investigation where canines are to be used be entered?
After the newer scent has dissipated
According to the text, what is one of the duties of the Canine Unit Sergeant?
Selecting canines for the Canine Unit
Based on the information provided, how often do K-9 teams receive in-service training per month?
16 hours
What is the purpose of the Canine Manual?
To provide specific instructions for the care of canines
According to the text, what is one of the selection criteria for the Canine Unit?
All of the above
According to the text, when is it not justified to use a canine to affect an arrest?
When the subject is highly intoxicated or feeble
What is the purpose of the Explosives Ordinance Detection Canine (EOD/K-9) teams?
To provide explosive detection services
Who has the responsibility for making recommendations to evacuate premises prior to a search for explosives?
The handler on the scene
In what situations should canines trained in the detection of controlled substances be deployed?
To establish probable cause for a search or obtain a warrant
According to the text, who is responsible for providing all pre-service and in-service training for dogs and handlers?
The City of Coral Gables
Which of the following is NOT a service or equipment provided by the City of Coral Gables according to the text?
A kennel and run for the shelter and health of the dog
According to the text, how many hours per week are members of the K-9 Unit allowed to take care of their dogs and clean their vehicles?
3 hours
According to the Coral Gables Police Department SOP# 023 rev. 9, when should plainclothes officers await the arrival of the K-9 handler before making an arrest or conducting a search?
When the dog is free and separated from the handler
According to the Coral Gables Police Department SOP# 023 rev. 9, under what circumstances can canine teams be used in crowd control situations?
To prevent or avoid injury to an officer or citizen, and to prevent or deter a serious breach of the peace
According to the Coral Gables Police Department SOP# 023 rev. 9, what should officers NEVER do when it comes to the K-9 handler and the dog?
Make threatening gestures toward the K-9 handler
According to the Coral Gables Police Department SOP# 023 rev. 9, what are the justifications for a CGPD work dog to apprehend/bite a subject/arrestee?
When a K-9 handler is assaulted, when the dog is assaulted, to prevent escape of a person whom officers believe has committed a crime, to prevent injury to an officer, citizen or handler
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