100.4, RADAR/LIDAR Flashcards
True or False: the use of photo radar for speed enforcement purposes is prohibited.
True
HPM 100.4, Chapter 1
_____________ is the Office of Primary Interest for RADAR and LIDAR policy.
Research and Planning Section
HPM 100.4, Chapter 1
Section 40802 VC identifies speed zones where up-to-date ___________ are required for RADAR/LIDAR enforcement.
Engineering and traffic surveys
HPM 100.4, Chapter 1
Engineering and traffic surveys are required for most prima facie speed limits, unless the roadway meets the definition of a ___________.
Local street or road
HPM 100.4, Chapter 1
Engineering and traffic surveys are valid for RADAR/LIDAR speed enforcement for ________ year(s).
Five years
HPM 100.4, Chapter 1
Recertification is required for each RADAR/LIDAR unit after ________ months.
30 months
HPM 100.4, Chapter 1
Speedometers for all enforcement vehicles used for RADAR/LIDAR enforcement shall be calibrated every _______ days or _______ miles, whichever comes first.
90 days; 30,000 miles
HPM 100.4, Chapter 1
To minimize microwave exposure, all RADAR operators _________ (should/shall) turn off the radar transmission when not in use.
Shall
HPM 100.4, Chapter 4
All RADAR operators shall avoid allowing persons to remain within _______ of the front of any transmitting RADAR antenna.
Two feet
HPM 100.4, Chapter 4
Areas shall not change or modify RADAR mounting brackets without concurrence from ___________.
Fleet Operations Section
HPM 100.4, Chapter 4
RADAR/LIDAR coordinators are required to perform inspections to ensure equipment is working properly on a(n) ________ basis.
Quarterly
HPM 100.4, Chapter 6
Lost or stolen RADAR/LIDAR devices are required to be entered into __________.
CLETS Automated Property System (APS)
HPM 100.4, Chapter 6
The CHP 99, RADAR/LIDAR Speed and Distance Estimation shall be retained for _______ year(s).
One year
HPM 100.4, Chapter 6
The CHP 99, RADAR Calibration Log shall be retained for ________ year(s).
Three years
HPM 100.4, Chapter 6
The CHP 99J, LIDAR Calibration Log shall be retained for ________ year(s).
Three years
HPM 100.4, Chapter 6
The CHP 99D, RADAR/LIDAR Report shall be retained for ________ year(s).
Life of unit plus one year
HPM 100.4, Chapter 6
All radar operators shall attend _______ hours of Academy-supervised radar training.
24 hours
HPM 100.4, Chapter 5
Within _______ days of successful completion of the classroom training phase, officers shall complete _____ hours of practical field training with radar.
90 days; 30 hours
HPM 100.4, Chapter 5
During the practical field training, officers must complete _______ moving and stationary speed and distance estimations.
100 (50 of each type)
HPM 100.4, Chapter 5
During the field training phase, officers _________ (should/shall) not take enforcement action for speed violations based on radar readings.
Shall not
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During the field training phase, officers _________ (should/shall) not inform violators that radar was used during the course of an enforcement stop.
Shall not
HPM 100.4, Chapter 5
If circumstances arise that preclude an officer from completing Phase 2 RADAR training within _____ days, the Area shall forward a memorandum through channels to Assistant Commissioner, Field.
90 days
HPM 100.4, Chapter 5
Within ______ days of completing both training phases, the Area RADAR/LIDAR coordinator shall test the speed and distance capabilities of each officer.
30 days
HPM 100.4, Chapter 5
Speed estimation testing shall consist of ____ stationary speed estimations within _____ miles per hour.
5; 5
HPM 100.4, Chapter 5
Distance estimation testing shall consist of ______ reasonably accurate distance estimates.
10
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Officers are required to score ______ percent correct or better during the speed and distance estimations in order to be considered certified.
80%
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How often are RADAR/LIDAR-certified officers required to be re-certified?
Every calendar year
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All LIDAR operators are required to complete _______ hours of Academy-supervised LIDAR training.
8 hours
HPM 100.4, Chapter 5
During accuracy checks of RADAR equipment, optimal position of the tuning fork is approximately ________ inches in front of the antenna aperture.
1 1/2 to 2 inches
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Calibration checks should produce a displayed speed within ______ MPH of the rated tuning fork speed.
One MPH
HPM 100.4, Chapter 5
_____________ refers to the sequence of steps performed by the officer prior to issuing a RADAR/LIDAR citation.
Tracking history
HPM 100.4, Chapter 5
