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Who is responsible for inspecting their employees' vehicles?
Who is responsible for inspecting their employees' vehicles?
- BSO Towing Service
- Supervisors (correct)
- Employees
- Fleet Division
What is the procedure for changing a flat tire while on duty?
What is the procedure for changing a flat tire while on duty?
- Call the towing service under BSO contract (correct)
- Call the BSO Fleet Division for assistance
- Change the tire yourself, but only if approved by a supervisor
- Call a personal mechanic for assistance
What is the responsibility of employees with assigned vehicles?
What is the responsibility of employees with assigned vehicles?
- Performing all vehicle maintenance and care, including but not limited to vehicle washing, cleaning, fueling, fluid-level checks, periodic safety inspections, tire pressure checks, and mechanical inspections (correct)
- Only washing and cleaning the vehicle
- Only checking the vehicle's fuel and oil levels daily
- Only performing mechanical inspections during regularly scheduled work hours
What is prohibited when using a BSO vehicle?
What is prohibited when using a BSO vehicle?
Who supplies fuel, oil, lubricants, and other additives for use in BSO vehicles?
Who supplies fuel, oil, lubricants, and other additives for use in BSO vehicles?
What is the frequency of vehicle checks for fuel, oil, water, and battery?
What is the frequency of vehicle checks for fuel, oil, water, and battery?
What is the responsibility of employees regarding the appearance and cleanliness of assigned vehicles?
What is the responsibility of employees regarding the appearance and cleanliness of assigned vehicles?
What is the policy regarding modifying a BSO vehicle's computer chips?
What is the policy regarding modifying a BSO vehicle's computer chips?
What type of vest is issued for specialized assignments such as SWAT/FUGITIVE?
What type of vest is issued for specialized assignments such as SWAT/FUGITIVE?
What is the primary purpose of a crash investigation kit?
What is the primary purpose of a crash investigation kit?
Who is responsible for ordering supplies through Central Supply?
Who is responsible for ordering supplies through Central Supply?
What is the primary reason for conforming to Florida Statutes designating the color combination of forest green and white for deputy sheriff marked vehicles?
What is the primary reason for conforming to Florida Statutes designating the color combination of forest green and white for deputy sheriff marked vehicles?
What equipment is required to be in marked vehicles used for general road patrol purposes?
What equipment is required to be in marked vehicles used for general road patrol purposes?
What is the procedure for replenishing supplies issued by the Service Center?
What is the procedure for replenishing supplies issued by the Service Center?
Who is authorized to approve emergency replacement of equipment on an as-needed basis?
Who is authorized to approve emergency replacement of equipment on an as-needed basis?
What information is required when ordering equipment through the normal supply ordering process?
What information is required when ordering equipment through the normal supply ordering process?
How often will vehicles be inspected for cleanliness, performance, and equipment?
How often will vehicles be inspected for cleanliness, performance, and equipment?
Who is responsible for directing vehicle maintenance?
Who is responsible for directing vehicle maintenance?
What should employees do if their assigned vehicle becomes disabled?
What should employees do if their assigned vehicle becomes disabled?
What is provided to employees if their assigned vehicle is disabled for an extended period?
What is provided to employees if their assigned vehicle is disabled for an extended period?
Which of the following is NOT part of the vehicle equipment checklist?
Which of the following is NOT part of the vehicle equipment checklist?
Where are the minimum of 12 flares typically obtained from?
Where are the minimum of 12 flares typically obtained from?
What is kept in each assigned marked unit's trunk or interior?
What is kept in each assigned marked unit's trunk or interior?
Who is responsible for ensuring assigned vehicles are properly maintained and equipped?
Who is responsible for ensuring assigned vehicles are properly maintained and equipped?
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Study Notes
Vehicle Care and Equipment
- Employees with assigned vehicles are responsible for general maintenance, proper care, and daily checks (fuel, oil, water, and battery) to ensure proper functioning.
- BSO supplies fuel, oil, lubricants, and other additives for use in BSO vehicles, and use of other similar products is prohibited.
- Employees are prohibited from:
- Connecting electronic gear to a BSO vehicle's electrical system without written permission.
- Modifying a BSO vehicle's computer chips.
- Removing, replacing, or obscuring assigned BSO-issued license plates.
- Employees are responsible for the appearance and cleanliness of assigned vehicles, which must be kept clean at all times.
- Flat tires will be changed by a towing service under BSO contract, except in an emergency with supervisor approval.
Inspection
- Supervisors are responsible for inspecting their employees' vehicles at least once a month for cleanliness, performance, and equipment.
- Vehicle inspections will be documented on the applicable vehicle inspection form.
Vehicle Maintenance
- Vehicles will be maintained as directed by BSO Fleet Division.
Disabled Vehicle
- If an assigned vehicle becomes disabled, the BSO Fleet Division will be notified, and employees will use only BSO authorized towing companies or garages.
- If an assigned vehicle is disabled for an extended period, employees will be given a motor pool vehicle.
Vehicle Equipment
- Each assigned patrol vehicle must carry:
- One first-aid kit
- Two blankets
- Minimum of 12 flares
- One crowbar
- One riot baton and helmet
- One rope and flotation device
- One fingerprint kit
- Infectious disease supplies
- One fire extinguisher
- One rechargeable flashlight (issued to Lieutenants and below)
- Additional equipment is required for marked units, crash investigation duties, and specialized assignments.
- Supplies will be replenished through the Service Center or Central Supply, following specific procedures.
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