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What is the policy regarding law enforcement officers (LEOs) and firearms proficiency?
What is the policy regarding law enforcement officers (LEOs) and firearms proficiency?
- LEOs are not required to demonstrate firearm proficiency
- LEOs are only expected to be proficient in using non-department-issued firearms
- All LEOs are expected to be proficient in safe operation of authorized firearms for on and off-duty use (correct)
- Only senior officers are required to be proficient in firearm use
What does 'Ready Condition' refer to in relation to a rifle?
What does 'Ready Condition' refer to in relation to a rifle?
- Rifle with the bolt locked back and a round in the chamber
- Rifle with the bolt forward on an empty chamber with the magazine inserted (correct)
- Rifle with the magazine removed, the chamber empty, and the bolt to the rear with a Department-approved cable lock through the ejection port/magazine well
- Rifle with the magazine removed and the chamber empty
What is the 'Secured Condition' in relation to a rifle?
What is the 'Secured Condition' in relation to a rifle?
- Rifle with the bolt locked back and a round in the chamber
- Rifle with the bolt forward on an empty chamber with the magazine inserted
- Rifle with the magazine removed, the chamber empty, and the bolt to the rear with a Department-approved cable lock through the ejection port/magazine well (correct)
- Rifle with the magazine removed and the chamber empty
When is a law enforcement officer (LEO) authorized to carry a firearm?
When is a law enforcement officer (LEO) authorized to carry a firearm?
What does 'Safe Condition' refer to in relation to a rifle?
What does 'Safe Condition' refer to in relation to a rifle?
What must LEOs do in order to be authorized to carry a handgun when off-duty in the State of Florida?
What must LEOs do in order to be authorized to carry a handgun when off-duty in the State of Florida?
What is the maximum number of handgun magazines allowed to be carried on the Class B uniform?
What is the maximum number of handgun magazines allowed to be carried on the Class B uniform?
What is required for LEOs to carry two additional magazines for the Department-issued handgun?
What is required for LEOs to carry two additional magazines for the Department-issued handgun?
What are LEOs prohibited from doing within eight hours prior to any firearms training?
What are LEOs prohibited from doing within eight hours prior to any firearms training?
How often are LEOs required to qualify on an approved course?
How often are LEOs required to qualify on an approved course?
What is the maximum number of rifle magazines allowed to be carried, with one stored in the magazine well and one in the vehicle?
What is the maximum number of rifle magazines allowed to be carried, with one stored in the magazine well and one in the vehicle?
What is required for LEOs attending the police academy as employees of the Department regarding carrying any firearm?
What is required for LEOs attending the police academy as employees of the Department regarding carrying any firearm?
What action is required if a LEO believes that any weapon utilized on or off-duty is not functioning properly?
What action is required if a LEO believes that any weapon utilized on or off-duty is not functioning properly?
What is required for LEOs in terms of modifying Department-issued firearms?
What is required for LEOs in terms of modifying Department-issued firearms?
Exploding tip, armor piercing, pyrotechnic or ammunition with more than one projectile in the same round are prohibited except for use by what team?
Exploding tip, armor piercing, pyrotechnic or ammunition with more than one projectile in the same round are prohibited except for use by what team?
What is required for LEOs who want to carry an off-duty weapon not appearing on the approved list?
What is required for LEOs who want to carry an off-duty weapon not appearing on the approved list?
What is required for LEOs when carrying firearms off-duty?
What is required for LEOs when carrying firearms off-duty?
How should rifles be stored in a Department vehicle if a security rack is not installed?
How should rifles be stored in a Department vehicle if a security rack is not installed?
What is the required action for officers when preparing a rifle for storage or off-duty transport?
What is the required action for officers when preparing a rifle for storage or off-duty transport?
What is the supervisor's responsibility regarding firearms and magazines?
What is the supervisor's responsibility regarding firearms and magazines?
What happens if a LEO fails a qualifying session with the Department-issued primary firearm?
What happens if a LEO fails a qualifying session with the Department-issued primary firearm?
What is the consequence of repeated failure to attain the required qualifying scores and failure to demonstrate proficiency and competence with the issued firearm?
What is the consequence of repeated failure to attain the required qualifying scores and failure to demonstrate proficiency and competence with the issued firearm?
When are LEOs required to qualify with each issued weapon?
When are LEOs required to qualify with each issued weapon?
What should LEOs do if they believe that a weapon is not functioning properly?
What should LEOs do if they believe that a weapon is not functioning properly?
What must LEOs do if they unintentionally discharge a firearm on or off duty?
What must LEOs do if they unintentionally discharge a firearm on or off duty?
Who is permitted to fire a weapon at the Department’s range?
Who is permitted to fire a weapon at the Department’s range?
What is required during live fire at the Department's range?
What is required during live fire at the Department's range?
What is the action when unable to resolve a firearm malfunction at the Department's range?
What is the action when unable to resolve a firearm malfunction at the Department's range?
What is the condition for carrying a Department-approved firearm into a Palm Beach County courthouse?
What is the condition for carrying a Department-approved firearm into a Palm Beach County courthouse?
What is the requirement for LEOs carrying firearms into a courtroom, hearing room, or any judicial office?
What is the requirement for LEOs carrying firearms into a courtroom, hearing room, or any judicial office?
What is the instruction regarding leaving the firing line?
What is the instruction regarding leaving the firing line?
What should LEOs do before entering a Palm Beach County courthouse with a Department-approved firearm?
What should LEOs do before entering a Palm Beach County courthouse with a Department-approved firearm?
What is the rule about talking on the firing line?
What is the rule about talking on the firing line?
When are LEOs permitted to carry a firearm into a Palm Beach County courthouse?
When are LEOs permitted to carry a firearm into a Palm Beach County courthouse?
What is prohibited in relation to the use of firearms under the influence of alcohol or drugs?
What is prohibited in relation to the use of firearms under the influence of alcohol or drugs?
What does 'Secured Condition' refer to in relation to a rifle?
What does 'Secured Condition' refer to in relation to a rifle?
What does 'Ready Condition' refer to in relation to a rifle?
What does 'Ready Condition' refer to in relation to a rifle?
What does 'Safe Condition' refer to in relation to a rifle?
What does 'Safe Condition' refer to in relation to a rifle?
In what condition should a rifle be for it to be considered in 'Ready Condition'?
In what condition should a rifle be for it to be considered in 'Ready Condition'?
