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What is one responsibility of the managing supervisor during a pursuit?
Under what condition can involved officers cancel their pursuit?
What is a critical duty of the managing supervisor during the continuation of a pursuit?
Which action can the managing supervisor or a superior officer take at any time during a pursuit?
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What must the managing supervisor control during the pursuit?
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Study Notes
Managing Supervisor Authority and Responsibility
- The managing supervisor is responsible for determining the reason for the pursuit and the surrounding conditions from the involved officers and dispatcher.
- The managing supervisor has the authority to authorize or cancel the pursuit based on all available information and DPD policy.
- The managing supervisor must continually assess the risks and hazards involved in allowing the pursuit to continue.
- The managing supervisor can decide whether to allow the pursuit to continue or order it terminated.
- The managing supervisor must move in the direction of the pursuit and actively monitor its progress.
- The managing supervisor has control of the tactics used in the pursuit, including all forced stop methods.
- The managing supervisor and the pursuing officers must assess the risk involved in applying forced stop methods.
- The managing supervisor or a superior officer can cancel the pursuit at any time regardless of this policy.
- Involved officers can cancel their own pursuit.
- Other officers, including the secondary unit, may not continue or reengage the pursuit without authorization from the managing supervisor or superior officer.
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This quiz focuses on the responsibilities and authority of managing supervisors during pursuits according to DPD policy. It covers decision-making, risk assessment, and the ability to authorize or terminate pursuits. Test your understanding of the critical role of managing supervisors in ensuring safety and compliance.
