St. Johns County Sheriff's Office Incident Response Policy Quiz

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Who initially holds command responsibility of a serious or unusual incident?

Media Relations Officer

Patrol Supervisor (correct)

Emergency Dispatcher

Communications Shift Leader

When can the on-duty Shift Leader or above request the call out of special teams to the scene?

Whenever they feel like it

Only when media is involved

In case of a serious or unusual incident (correct)

During routine incidents

What is the responsibility of the on-duty Watch Commander regarding staff notifications?

Requesting specialized teams

Approving media statements

Initiating staff notifications (correct)

Conducting searches at the scene

What should a Staff / Executive Notification for an incident include?

Brief summary of the incident (D) Signup and view all the answers

In which scenarios does a major incident call for a Staff Notification?

Unplanned Specialty Team deployments (B) Signup and view all the answers

Who should be contacted if a staff notification is not requested within a reasonable amount of time?

Watch Commander (B) Signup and view all the answers

When is the responsibility of the staff notification initiated?

Within a reasonable timeframe (B) Signup and view all the answers

When should a supervisor respond to an incident?

When there is a crash involving an agency employee. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What type of incidents require staff notifications?

Crashes involving an agency deputy in an agency vehicle. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances should a complaint against a deputy trigger a supervisor's response?

All complaints, regardless of type. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What incidents necessitate a notification due to an employee's injury?

On-duty employee injuries. (C) Signup and view all the answers

When should an incident trigger a supervisor's response?

Incident involving multiple agency responses. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What scenario requires a supervisor's response as per the text?

Any crash involving a deputy. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances does a domestic disturbance involve agency employees?

When it involves an employee of another law enforcement agency. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of Policy 81.6 regarding incidents requiring a supervisor and staff notifications?

To designate the types of incidents for which the Patrol Supervisor should respond. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Staff Notification' refer to based on the provided information?

Notification to all Corporals and above via email and/or text. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of the Patrol Supervisor according to the text?

Respond to the scene of serious crimes and other incidents requiring supervisory oversight. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What type of notification does 'Executive Staff Notification' refer to?

Notification only to Captains and above via email and/or text. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What action should be taken by the Patrol Supervisor at the scene of significant law enforcement events?

Take charge and authority to oversee the incidents. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Direct Notification' involve based on the information provided?

In-person or phone call notification to the chain of command. (C) Signup and view all the answers

How does Policy 81.6 contribute to maintaining effective communication within the Sheriff's Office?

By ensuring that significant events and conditions are disseminated to appropriate personnel. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What type of incidents require Direct Notification to a Captain?

Major Crime incidents (D) Signup and view all the answers

When should a Special Event require significant agency manpower or resources?

When it involves a major roadway closure (D) Signup and view all the answers

What type of an incident warrants Executive Notification at the direction of the affected Captain?

Any unusual occurrence (A) Signup and view all the answers

In which situations is a Direct Notification required as soon as possible to a Captain?

Significant or unusual vehicle pursuit (D) Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstance is a Special Event requiring significant agency manpower or resources necessary?

Credible threats of violence at the workplace (B) Signup and view all the answers

What category of events would likely involve a Staff Notification at the direction of the affected Captain?

Unusual occurrences deemed significant by the Watch Commander (D) Signup and view all the answers

When would a Major Crime incident necessitate Executive Notification?

When it involves sexual battery (A) Signup and view all the answers

What type of issues would warrant an Executive Staff Notification according to the text?

Arrests of agency employees and serious injuries involving personnel (C) Signup and view all the answers

When would Communications Supervisors send Staff/Executive notifications according to the text?

For significant events outside St. Johns County (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of an incident requiring Major Incident protocols according to the text?

A plane crash (A) Signup and view all the answers

What type of notification would be sent for incidents involving employee medical issues?

Executive Staff Notification (A) Signup and view all the answers

In what situations would periodic staff/executive notifications be sent according to the text?

Long-term incidents (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is an example given in the text for a situation requiring Staff/Executive notifications?

A hostage situation (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which kind of incident would require notification to the Watch Commander according to the text?

Unusual or significant events (D) Signup and view all the answers

When would a Deputy Involved Shooting require notification according to the text?

Immediately (C) Signup and view all the answers