Police Planning and Management Strategies

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What is considered the most economical type of patrol for police officers?

  • Bicycle Patrol
  • Automobile Patrol (correct)
  • Foot Patrol
  • Horse Patrol

Which option is NOT an advantage of automobile patrol?

  • Allows transportation of police dogs
  • Supports high-speed chases
  • Provides protection for the officer
  • Requires more officers on foot (correct)

What should an officer do before leaving the garage for automobile patrol?

  • Perform a thorough check of the police car (correct)
  • Gather extra patrol officers
  • Drive a different vehicle for variety
  • Make sure the beat route is planned

What is a recommended habit for police officers on automobile patrol?

<p>Using the seat belt at all times (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

During normal patrol, what should officers always do regarding suspicious vehicles?

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What is one identified use for patrol cars during emergencies?

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What should officers avoid while on automobile patrol?

<p>Driving too fast in general patrol (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an important practice for officers to maintain a useful patrol strategy?

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What is the primary reason for regular vehicle inspection in patrol work?

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What is the first step in handling a riot according to general guidelines?

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What is the purpose of the District Orientation tour for policemen?

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What action should be taken when serious violations occur during a riot?

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How should police force be displayed in riot control?

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Why is patrol participation considered necessary in vice control?

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What is recommended for the management of information during a riot?

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When responding to a ROUTINE CALL, which action should the police patrol take?

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Which principle should be prioritized when forming a plan for riot control?

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What distinguishes an URGENT CALL from a ROUTINE CALL?

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What should the police do first to ensure effective control of the situation at the scene?

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What is a key characteristic of an EMERGENCY CALL?

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What does the guideline suggest should be done to disperse a crowd?

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Which of the following is NOT typically included in a ROUTINE CALL?

<p>Handle reports of mob activities (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is recommended as a part of the preplanning agenda for handling a riot?

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What type of incidents does patrol typically attend to for URGENT CALLS?

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What is the first step to handle snipers during riot operations?

<p>Clear the area of innocent bystanders (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following individuals should be taken into custody immediately during riot situations?

<p>Individuals carrying torches or flammable materials (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under what condition can a public assembly in a freedom park be dispersed?

<p>If it becomes violent (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which guideline does the PNP follow to ensure human rights are protected during public assemblies?

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What must be obtained for a public assembly held in a public place?

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What action should the PNP take if a public assembly is held without a permit?

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How should law enforcement handle looters during riot operations?

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What is a key principle regarding public assemblies maintained by the PNP?

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What should happen if participants refuse to disperse during an unauthorized public assembly?

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Who is responsible for determining whether a permit exists for a public assembly?

<p>Ground Commanders. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the required distance between police presence and a public assembly area?

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Which stage requires initiating dialogue with assembly leaders?

<p>Planning Stage. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How should police respond when a public assembly is held in a Freedom Park or with a permit?

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What is emphasized during dispersal operations for unauthorized assemblies?

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What should police do if a public assembly does not have a permit but an application has been filed?

<p>Maintain close coordination with the mayor. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the PNP during public assemblies?

<p>Interfering with the assembly. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should the Ground Commander do immediately upon realizing an assembly in a public place is occurring?

<p>Conduct an inquiry about a permit. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should happen if a permit cannot be shown for a public assembly?

<p>The organizers must be informed and asked to disperse peacefully. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When can a public assembly with a permit be dispersed?

<p>Only when it becomes violent. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What action should the Ground Commander take at the first sign of impending violence?

<p>Ask leaders to prevent possible disturbance. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What must occur before the Ground Commander orders a public assembly to disperse due to violence?

<p>A reasonable time for participants to disperse must be allowed after a warning. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should CDM contingents do if actual violence occurs during a public assembly?

<p>Audibly warn participants that the assembly will be dispersed. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following could be used to prevent further disturbances in a public assembly?

<p>Local Chief Executives or community leaders. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the Ground Commander ensure that demonstrators do not regroup after dispersal?

<p>Through disbanding, containing, and isolating the rank of demonstrators. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Automobile Patrol Concept

Using a car for police patrol, recognized as cost-effective and highly mobile.

Preventive Enforcement (Automobile Patrol)

Using a patrol car to deter crimes before they happen.

Patrol Car Efficiency

Patrol cars offer speed and mobility, ideal for large patrol areas and rapid responses.

Patrol Car Advantages

Protection, carrying extra equipment, transporting prisoners, possible use of dogs/ambulance (e.g. station wagon Patrol Car).

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Pre-Patrol Car Check

Thoroughly inspect the patrol car before duty.

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Varying Patrol Route

Avoid using the same patrol route each time.

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Patrol Car Habits

Practicing safe driving habits like using seat belts and avoiding distractions.

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Suspicious Vehicle Reporting

Note down license plate numbers of suspicious vehicles.

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Special Attention Areas

Locations or situations that require a patrol officer's increased focus due to higher crime rates, specific vulnerabilities, or ongoing incidents.

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Vehicle Inspection Importance

Regular vehicle inspections ensure patrol cars are in optimal condition for routine patrols and high-speed pursuits, guaranteeing officer safety and efficient response.

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District Orientation Tour Purpose

A tour of the patrol area familiarizes officers with local patterns, characteristics, and potential hazards before they start their shift.

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Vice Control Patrol Role

Patrol officers contribute to vice control by assisting the specialized vice division, reducing their workload, and allowing them to focus on more serious cases.

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Routine Call

A call that requires a police response but doesn't involve immediate danger, allowing officers to observe traffic regulations and proceed cautiously.

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Urgent Call

A call that requires quick response, but not immediate emergency action, with officers observing traffic rules and proceeding directly to the location.

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Emergency Call

A call requiring immediate action, potentially involving danger, where officers may need to violate traffic laws with extreme caution to reach the scene quickly.

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Types of Calls

Police calls are categorized based on urgency, from routine, requiring normal response time, to emergency, necessitating immediate action, affecting how officers proceed.

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Riot Control: What's the priority?

The main goal during a riot is to ensure public safety and restore order while upholding constitutional rights. This includes dispersing the crowd, identifying and arresting leaders, and protecting officers and the public.

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Riot Control: How do you start?

Before a riot even begins, proactive planning is essential. This involves anticipating potential disruptions and creating a detailed plan outlining roles, deployment, and communication protocols.

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Riot Control: Communication Tactics

During a riot, constant communication is crucial. Keep the dispatcher informed about the situation, direct support units to the scene, and establish a clear command post for coordination.

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Riot Control: Crowd Dispersal

Once a riot occurs, the crowd must be dispersed safely and effectively. This involves issuing clear dispersal orders, using anti-riot formations, and utilizing force only when necessary.

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Riot Control: Leaders and Agitators

Identify and isolate leaders or agitators within the crowd. This involves using force appropriately to remove them from the situation and prevent further escalation.

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Riot Control: Surprise and Security

When using force, a surprise offensive is often effective. Securing information about troop movements and equipment is also crucial for operational success.

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Riot Control: Force Deployment

A show of force can be impactful. Deploy officers in an organized, efficient, and compact manner, similar to a military unit.

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Riot Control: Flexibility and Simplicity

Keep the plan as simple as possible and assign officers where they are needed most. Flexibility is key during a dynamic situation.

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Sniper Threat During Riots

Individuals may use the chaos of a riot to take concealed positions and fire upon people with weapons like rifles.

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Handling Sniper Threats

Actions include clearing the area of bystanders, isolating the sniper's location, guarding against escape, using force to apprehend, and deploying anti-sniper teams.

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Arsonist During Riots

Individuals carrying torches are potential arsonists and should be immediately apprehended.

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Looting During Riots

Looting involves theft or robbery, requiring immediate intervention and apprehension of suspects.

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Public Assembly Permit Requirement

Assemblies held in public places require a permit from the local mayor.

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Dispersal of Public Assemblies

Peaceful dispersal is allowed for assemblies with or without permits. Assemblies violating permit conditions can also be dispersed.

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PNP Code of Conduct

The PNP adheres to the UN Code of Conduct for Law Enforcement, respecting human dignity, upholding human rights, and limiting force to necessary situations.

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Public Assemblies in Freedom Parks

Assemblies held in freedom parks or private properties do not require permits and should not be dispersed as long as they remain peaceful.

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Public Assembly Permit

A legal document required for gatherings in public places.

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Ground Commander's Role

The leader responsible for managing public assemblies, ensuring law compliance and safety.

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Verification of Permit

Confirming if a public assembly has a valid permit by contacting the Mayor's office.

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Peaceful Dispersal

Requesting attendees of a public assembly without a permit to leave peacefully.

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Dispersal Operations

Using law enforcement measures to break up a public assembly that is unlawful or causing disruptions.

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First Sign of Violence

The initial indication of potential violence in a public assembly.

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Warning Before Dispersal

A verbal notice given to participants of an assembly to cease violence or face dispersal.

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CDM Contingents Role

Law enforcement units trained in crowd control and dispersal procedures.

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Public Assembly Dispersal

Unlawful public gatherings must be dispersed peacefully. Refusal to disperse or law violation leads to police custody and charges.

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Public Assembly Coordination

Close coordination with the mayor or their representative is crucial, especially when a permit hasn't been issued but an application is filed.

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Maximum Tolerance

During dispersal operations, law enforcement should use maximum tolerance, but violators will be apprehended and brought to the station.

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PNP Role in Public Assemblies

The PNP cannot interfere with lawful public assemblies. However, they can station a police contingent 100 meters away to ensure safety and maintain order.

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Police Response During Planning Stage

Police initiate dialogue with organizers to ensure peaceful assembly and prepare security plans.

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Police Response During Initial and Peaceful Stage

When a public assembly is peaceful and has a permit or is held in a designated area, police observe from a distance and respond to requests for assistance.

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Police Response During Confrontational Stage

Police response during a confrontational stage is not explicitly stated, but it can be inferred that they will take measures to de-escalate the situation and maintain order.

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Study Notes

  • Police planning is a methodical process for achieving goals and objectives.
  • A plan answers the 5 W's (who, what, when, where, why) and 1 H (how).
  • Goals are general intentions with time horizons.
  • Objectives are specific commitments for measurable results within a timeframe.
  • Strategies are broader plans for achieving goals.
  • Tactics are specific actions aligned with strategies.
  • Procedures outline activities sequences.
  • Extra-office plans involve community participation in objectives like traffic control, crime, and delinquency prevention.
  • Management plans map out operational procedures for personnel, material, and finances.
  • Budget planning forecasts financial needs for personnel, equipment, and capital.
  • Accounting procedures establish expenditure reporting to aid administrative decisions.
  • Purchasing procedures ensure supplies match specifications.
  • Personnel procedures allocate personnel effectively.
  • Organizational plans detail unit responsibilities and relationships.
  • Policies are wise decisions regarding human affairs.
  • Guidelines offer rules of action.
  • General emergency plans adapt to varying emergency levels.
  • Specific emergency plans address specific situations.
  • Planning involves envisioning the future, assessing needs, and choosing actions.
  • Creativity is key in planning through methods like imitation, inductive reasoning, and deductive reasoning.
  • Planning involves setting goals, developing strategies, and outlining tasks.
  • Planning includes analyzing strengths/weaknesses, opportunities/threats.
  • Planning considers efficient resource use, risk management, and establishment of goals.
  • A good plan outlines tasks, responsibilities, and deadlines, establishes control mechanisms, and identifies potential issues.
  • Planning involves evaluating and implementing changes.
  • Planning procedures include identifying the problem, planning options, selecting the best option, detailed planning, plan implementation and closure.
  • Police plans can be classified by their coverage (local, regional, or national) and time (strategic, intermediate, or operational).
  • Police operations include various tasks like patrolling, investigating, handling traffic, responding to emergencies, and controlling crowds or riots.
  • Police presence is crucial for community safety and crime prevention.
  • Crime mapping uses GIS technology to analyze crime patterns, identify crime hotspots, predict future crime activity, and allocate resources effectively.
  • Crime mapping involves point, line, and polygon features, single-symbol mapping, graduated mapping, and other considerations.
  • Police strategy in crime prevention focuses on visible police presence, creating fear in potential criminals, confidence in law-abiding citizens, and rapid response to situations.
  • Important aspects of patrol include selective enforcement, traffic enforcement, emergency responses, and routine calls for service.
  • Various types of patrol include walking patrol, car patrol, motorcycle or bicycle patrol, and air patrol.

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