40 Questions
What is the basis for retaining training records in the Department?
State statute (RSMo. 109.255)
Who should be consulted before releasing a member's training records?
The Office of the General Counsel (OGC) or Human Resource Division (HRD) Director
What type of training must be reviewed by OGC and HRD?
Department training related to legal or liability issues and human resource/personnel issues
What is the responsibility of the Training Unit?
All of the above
What should a member do if they are unable to attend scheduled department training?
Notify their immediate supervisor as soon as possible
What type of training requires documentation with the Training Division?
All training, including but not limited to police vehicle operation, firearms, and use of firearms
Who is responsible for documenting and forwarding roll-call/element specific training to the Training Unit?
The element supervisor/commander
What is the purpose of assigning a Course ID for all documented training?
To ensure accountability and tracking of training records
Which of the following training areas focuses on activities that develop physical skill proficiency and demonstrative tasks?
Skill Development
What is the term for training provided to members away from the Department?
Outside Training
Which of the following training areas focuses on updates or familiarization of federal or state criminal law?
Legal Studies
Who is responsible for scheduling and organizing department training with instructors from inside and/or outside the Department?
Training Coordinator
What is the term for training instructed by and presented at elements to address their specific needs?
Roll Call/Element Specific Training
Which of the following training areas focuses on specialized studies or activities which directly relate to the job description and performance?
Technical Studies
Which of the following training areas focuses on interpersonal or communication skills?
Interpersonal or Communication Skills
How many core curricula areas are required by POST?
4
What is the primary responsibility of the member when attending an outside training qualifying for POST certification credit?
To ensure the job-related seminar or training session meets POST requirements
What is required for all training conducted by the Training Unit?
Each member to sign or initial the sign-in sheet
What should a member do if an outside training has already received POST certification by the presenting entity?
Forward a copy of the completion certificate to the Training Unit
What is the purpose of the Training Unit assigning a Course ID?
To track the member's training record
What should a member provide to the Training Unit to request POST certification for an outside training?
All of the following: name, serial number, assignment, and rank/title, title of course, dates, times, and location, total instructional hours, instructor's name, and course synopsis/description
What is the process for outside training that does not qualify for POST certification credit?
The member forwards a copy of the completion certificate to the Training Unit
What is the role of the Training Unit in managing a member's training record?
To assign a Course ID and enter it into the participant's record
What is the primary focus of Response to Resistance options?
Use of force options, such as capsicum, side handle baton, straight baton, and crowd control
What is the responsibility of the class/seminar liaison?
Co-coordinating the transfer of materials
What is the deadline for receiving POST documents by the Training Unit?
30 days prior to the first class/seminar
What can members access in the current training record management system and/or the POST CLEE tracking system?
Their own training record and training history
Who is responsible for the efficient and accurate entry and maintenance of training records for all members?
The Training Unit
What is included in the POST documents?
All of the following: instructor records, learning objectives, lesson plan, source documentation, support documents, and all training materials
Who adopted the policy on this date?
The Board of Police Commissioners
Where can members find the User Guides for the training record management system?
On the Department intranet
Who is responsible for verifying the training records?
The Training Unit
What type of training is included in a member's training record?
In-service training and firearms training
What is the minimum requirement for continuing education for sworn and reserve members?
Twenty-four hours of POST continuing law enforcement education and training in four core areas
How many hours of racial profiling training is required for sworn members each annual CLEE period?
One hour
What is the purpose of the four core areas in POST continuing law enforcement education and training?
To ensure that sworn members receive a well-rounded education
Which of the following is not a core area in POST continuing law enforcement education and training?
Administrative Skills
What is the role of the Department of Public Safety in POST continuing law enforcement education and training?
To facilitate the minimum requirement for continuing education
Why is it important for sworn members to complete the minimum mandated hours of POST continuing law enforcement education and training?
To maintain their certification
What is the purpose of documenting training records?
To provide a record of training for certification purposes
Study Notes
Training Areas
- Interpersonal or communication skills:
- Implicit bias
- Racial profiling
- Cultural diversity
- Ethics
- Fair and impartial policing practices
- Conflict management
- Victim sensitivity
- Critical thinking
- Social intelligence
- Mental health awareness
- Officer well-being
- Stress management
- Legal Studies:
- Federal or state criminal law
- Case law updates
- Legal issues
- Outside Training:
- Training provided to members away from the department
- College courses
- Seminars in another city
- FBI National Academy
- Roll Call/Element Specific Training:
- Training instructed by and presented at elements
- Addressing specific needs of elements
- Skill Development:
- Activities that develop physical skill proficiency
- Demonstrative tasks (e.g., de-escalation techniques, defensive tactics, firearm training, driver training, first aid, and CPR training)
- Technical Studies:
- Specialized studies or activities directly related to job description and performance
- Crash investigation
- Traffic stops and agency policy updates
Training Administration
- Training Coordinator:
- Instructor or member responsible for scheduling and organizing department training
- Schedules training with instructors from inside and/or outside the department
- Training Records:
- Retained in accordance with Missouri Secretary of State retention schedule
- Individually identifiable personnel records
- Procedure for Requesting Training:
- Members notify their immediate supervisor as soon as possible if they are unable to attend scheduled training
- Members contact the Training Unit to request a new training date
Training Requirements
- Minimum requirement for continuing education for sworn and reserve members is mandated by Missouri Code of Regulations
- Sworn members are required to successfully complete and report the minimum mandated hours of POST continuing law enforcement education and training each annual CLEE period
- Four core areas of training:
- Legal Studies
- Interpersonal Perspectives
- Technical Studies
- Skill Development (Firearms)
- POST requires each sworn member to obtain one (1) hour of racial profiling each annual CLEE period
This quiz covers aspects of law enforcement training focusing on interpersonal skills, including communication, bias, diversity, ethics, and more. Test your knowledge on fair policing practices and beyond.
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