Mutual Aid Assistance For Nebraska Law Enforcement Agencies

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What type of situations will the Omaha Police Department provide assistance in?

Any routine call for service
Only during special events
When a clear and present danger exists (correct)
When requested at any time

How will a requesting agency initiate a call for emergency assistance?

By sending an email to the OPD
Through a phone call to the state governor
By contacting 911 Communications (correct)
By directly messaging OPD officers

Who is responsible for assessing when the incident is 'safe'?

The requesting agency's officer
The field supervisor (correct)
The nearest OPD patrol officer
The radio dispatch operator

What documentation must the field supervisor complete after responding to an emergency assistance call?

<p>A Chief's Report (OPD Form 214) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which jurisdictions are eligible to receive emergency assistance from the OPD?

<p>Nearby law enforcement jurisdictions in Nebraska (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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OPD Mutual Aid Policy

The Omaha Police Department (OPD) will help other Nebraska law enforcement agencies when they need emergency assistance.

How to Request Mutual Aid

A request for emergency assistance is made by the requesting agency to 911 Communications.

OPD Response to Mutual Aid

At least two OPD Uniform Patrol Bureau (UPB) officers and the closest field supervisor will respond to the call for mutual aid.

Field Supervisor Role in Mutual Aid

The field supervisor will advise radio dispatch as soon as the incident becomes "safe".

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Chief's Report for Mutual Aid

The field supervisor completes a report about the incident.

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Study Notes

Omaha Police Department (OPD) Emergency Assistance Policy

OPD assists Nebraska law enforcement agencies in emergencies involving clear and present danger of bodily injury or death.
Requests for assistance are made to 911 Communications.
Radio dispatch immediately sends a "help an officer" mutual aid alert to the scene.
At least two OPD Uniform Patrol Bureau (UPB) officers and the closest supervisor respond.
The field supervisor notifies dispatch when the situation is no longer urgent.
The supervisor completes a Chief's Report (OPD Form 214) detailing the incident, responding officers, and actions taken.
Assistance is limited to nearby Nebraska agencies where practical.

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Explore the procedures and protocols of the Omaha Police Department's emergency assistance policy. This quiz covers how OPD coordinates with other Nebraska law enforcement during critical incidents, including the response process and documentation requirements. Test your knowledge on the emergency response mechanisms in place to ensure safety and efficiency.