Patrol Sergeant Responsibilities Quiz
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How should vacations be requested?

  • Through email to all department heads.
  • Through the current labor contract and City of Pinellas Park Rules and Regulations. (correct)
  • In person to the Mayor of Pinellas Park.
  • By submitting a form at any time during work hours.

What is the procedure for submitting a report if an officer has to take one during a departmental, off-duty detail?

  • Submit the report to the shift supervisor as soon as practical after the assignment. (correct)
  • Submit the report to the City of Pinellas Park Rules and Regulations office.
  • Submit the report to the shift supervisor before leaving the detail.
  • Submit the report to the department head at the end of the shift.

What is the recommended action if a patrol officer's radio gets damaged?

  • Replace it with a new radio from the precinct stockpile.
  • Ignore it if it's minimal damage.
  • Report it to the shift supervisor or higher authority immediately. (correct)
  • Have it repaired at a personal expense.

When should patrol personnel ensure their assigned portable radio is operational?

<p>At the start of each shift. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is stressed about radio communications for patrol officers?

<p>Radio communication should be kept to a minimum; lengthy information should be transmitted via telephone. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary communication tool for patrol officers according to the text?

<p>In-car or portable radios. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens if the officer will be on leave on the appearance date?

<p>The Court Liaison will refuse service. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where are copies of accepted subpoenas scanned into?

<p>PowerDMS (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How long are the original copies of subpoenas retained for?

<p>90 days (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances will the agency provide police escort services?

<p>For routine and emergency situations (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How are requests for police escort of funeral processions for private citizens handled within the City?

<p>Arranged in advance based on availability of officers (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of members in relation to subpoenas?

<p>Complying with all instructions in the subpoena and resolving conflicts appropriately (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What action should officers take upon receiving Medical Examiner's results?

<p>Create a supplement to document the results and take appropriate law enforcement action. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How are CAD Call numbers assigned?

<p>Automatically by the computer upon receipt of police activity entries. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the numbering scheme for the Report Control Numbering System?

<p>A single numbering series for each calendar year. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the officer required to do upon correcting and resubmitting a report?

<p>Submit the report by the end of their next tour of duty. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When should officers document any use of force against animals?

<p>Every time force is used against an animal within their case report. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for each case to have its own separate control number?

<p>To prevent confusion and ensure proper record-keeping. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of the Patrol Sergeant regarding the welfare and safety of subordinates?

<p>Ensuring they follow department policies and procedures (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When in doubt about a case, what should a Patrol Sergeant do?

<p>Consult with proper authorities or a superior officer (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What action should be taken when a Patrol Sergeant receives a citizen's complaint on an officer from another shift?

<p>Record and forward it to the officer's immediate supervisor (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary responsibility of the Patrol Sergeant regarding field operations?

<p>Supervise and ensure squad members conduct police operations effectively (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who should be consulted if a Patrol Sergeant encounters a case of unusual circumstances or serious felony crimes?

<p>The proper authorities or a superior officer (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should the Patrol Sergeant do if there are special incidents during his/her tour of duty?

<p>Inform the Patrol Lieutenant about all special incidents (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is required before moving oversize vehicles or loads over the roadways in Florida?

<p>Written approval from the Florida Department of Transportation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the procedure for transporting hazardous materials through the City according to the text?

<p>Escorted over the least populous route possible (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should officers do when stopping civilian vehicles traveling under emergency conditions?

<p>Determine the nature of the emergency and intended destination (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what situation is escorting civilian vehicles in an emergency situation prohibited?

<p>When there is a missing person complaint (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be determined to decide the jurisdiction in a missing person complaint case?

<p>Last known location or area last seen (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens if occupants in a stopped civilian vehicle requiring emergency services refuse assistance?

<p>They will be notified of the nearest facility and appropriate jurisdictions/facilities alerted (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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