10.11 FTEP Flashcards
For Chapter 1, refer to cards 1-8 under HPM 10.12 flash cards
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The ultimate decision to terminate a trainee requires an unacceptable rating(s) on the DOR, and should be linked to one or more of the (#) Critical Tasks on the officer’s CHP 118, Performance Appraisal - Officer.
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Division FTEP coordinators are responsible for arranging and moderating a:
conference between the Division FTEP coordinators and all Area FTEP coordinators and/or alternates.
This conference shall occur during the (#) quarter of each year
one-day annual
third
When an Area is assigned more than (#) trainees, the Area will also provide an alternate Area FTEP coordinator.
two
Each Area FTEP coordinator and alternate coordinator shall successfully complete a POST-certified:
in addition to the:
prior to appointment or transfer to the position.
Field Training SAC Course
40-hour FTEP Basic Course
T/F
Probationary sergeants should not be appointed to these positions.
True
T/F
End-of-cycle meeting minutes shall be documented in accordance with GO 1.5 and forwarded to the Division FTEP coordinator.
True
T/F
Area FTEP coordinators conduct routine inspections of FTOs and trainees to ensure compliance with policy, appropriate performance, and conduct. Examples of items to be inspected are enforcement documents, uniform appearance, Physical Methods of Arrest techniques, CHP 115s, etc. Additionally, inspections should include ride-alongs with the FTO and trainee.
True
It is important for Area FTEP coordinators to make ________ ________ with trainees on a regular basis and, whenever possible, ________ _____ _____________.
routine contact
observe their performance
FTEP coordinators are responsible for (time) conferences with trainees.
weekly
T/F
Whereas the Area commander is responsible for the trainee and/or FTO discipline, Area FTEP coordinators typically do not initiate disciplinary matters.
False, do initiate
The role of the field training program trainee is to demonstrate the ability to:
by the end of the program.
operate as a solo uniformed patrol officer capable of performing most duties
The program’s training curriculum consists of a progressive sequence of job-related:
all officers must possess in order to effectively and safely carry out their duties
knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA)
Phase IV consists of a final evaluation during which the trainee (shall/should/may) be reassigned to the original primary FTO assigned in Phase I.
Should
During Phases I, II, and III, a minimum of (#) hours of training shall be provided per phase. At the conclusion of the four phases, a minimum of (#) hours of training shall have been provided to the trainee
187
600
T/F Limbo days (the first day of Phases I, II and III) are not included in the total number of training hours, even thought they are assigned to an FTO on that first day; Additionally, the initial orientation period is not included.
False, Limbo days (the first day of Phases I, II and III) ARE included in the total number of training hours as they are assigned to an FTO on that first day;
True: however, the initial orientation period is NOT included
T/F
At a minimum, during the one week orientation tasks such as firearms and impact weapons qualifications, as well as trainee- demonstrated proficiency in arrest and control techniques (CHP 199, Officer Safety Certification), shall be covered.
True
T/F
The second purpose of the orientation week is to provide a smooth transition for the trainee from the Academy to the field. Discussions regarding the goals of the program should be introduced, as well as the procedures by which trainees will meet those goals. Orientation should also provide a familiarization with items specific to the Area. This may include, but is not limited to: accident investigation; driving under the influence report writing procedures; filing procedures; unique geographic elements in the city and county in and around the Area; and an introduction to Area personnel and equipment familiarization
True
During Phase II, trainees should:
start to master the skills at hand
Phase III is the last phase of formal training. It is characterized by advanced training and the polishing of:
KSAs learned earlier.
Phase IV is the test phase. It is predominantly an ___________ only phase. It consists of (time) of observed patrol activity.
evaluation
one week
If a trainee proceeds from Phase III to Phase IV and their performance drops to an unacceptable level during Phase IV, the trainee should be:
removed from Phase IV and an Extension Phase should be initiated.
T/F
While limbo days are designed to allow trainees to get acquainted with the program and with their FTO and no ratings occur, they are indeed training periods. Therefore, trainees are expected to also be learning new KSAs and tasks.
True
Trainees still experiencing significant, but correctable, problems (shall/should/may) be given a (time) extension training phase to overcome the deficiencies.
May
two-week
T/F
Every trainee has a right to at least one extension period.
False, This provision does not mean every trainee has a right to an extension.
T/F
Typically, one extension is allowed. However, when special or unusual circumstances exist, the Area commander, with Division’s concurrence, may approve a second extension period
True
T/F
If the employee demonstrates proficiency, the Area commander has the discretion to end the extension when deemed appropriate.
True
T/F
An extension may be handled in several ways. The trainee may continue to work with the same FTO or be assigned to another FTO.
True
T/F
Prior to the beginning of extended training, the CHP 115G, Written Extension Training Plan, shall be completed and signed by the appropriate persons. During the extension, only the performance categories which were identified in the CHP 115G require documentation on the DOR.
True
The CHP 115A captures trainee ratings in (#) categories of knowledge and performance
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Pages 1 and 2 of the CHP 115A shall be completed each day by ___ ____. Page 3 of the CHP 115A shall be completed each day by ___ ______
the FTO
the trainee.
Page 3 of the CHP 115A (shall/should/may) be completed each day by the trainee after the FTO has completed pages 1 and 2.
Shall
The dispatch sit-a-long training shall be completed prior to the trainee transitioning to:
Phase IV.
When any supervisor completes a ride-along with a trainee and their FTO, it shall be documented on the:
CHP 115C, check the box and date
____________ are required by POST to critique FTOs at the completion of each training phase.
Trainees
Whenever a critique discloses possible improper conduct or inappropriate acts by an FTO, the Area commander, or designee, will ensure:
an investigation is completed consistent with Highway Patrol Manual (HPM) 10.2, Internal Investigations Manual.
The CHP 115F, Field Training and Evaluation Program Critique, shall be completed by the __________ at the completion of field training and submitted to the Area FTEP coordinator and the Area commander or the commander’s designee and forwarded to the statewide FTEP coordinator.
trainee
Critique forms are not to be placed or retained in the:
or the trainee’s:
Each critique form will be retained for (time) from the trainee’s successful completion of the FTEP.
FTO’s personnel folder
training files
one year
The ____ ____ ___________ shall be responsible for the completion of the CHP 115G. However, the form should be completed with input from:
Area FTEP coordinator
all three previous FTOs, as well as the extension FTO.
Within (time) after the last training day for ____ ________ _____, the Area commander shall ensure a complete set of the (originals/copies) of the following documents are forwarded to the statewide FTEP coordinator at the Academy
thirty days
each training cycle
Originals
After the completion of each training cycle, Area commanders shall ensure copies of the following documents are retained in each trainee’s field folder:
(1) CHP 115.
(2) CHP 115B.
(3) CHP 115C.
The Area FTEP coordinator shall be responsible for establishing and maintaining a general confidential training file for the following completed forms:
CHP 115D, CHP 115E, and CHP 115F
Retention Periods.
(1) Program files:
(2) Field folders:
(3) Program and FTO critiques:
(4) Field Training Program Completion Record/Competency Attestation:
(1) Program files: five years (probation period plus four) (Academy).
(2) Field folders: one year (probation period) (Area).
(3) Program and FTO critiques: five years (Academy).
(4) FTEP Completion Record/Competency Attestation: five years (Academy).
The principal component of effective evaluation is __________, and that is ensured when the program’s evaluation tools are:
objectivity
properly utilized.
Field Training Officers will often be placed in the position where they become the problem solving resource for trainees. Normally, the best way to handle this kind of situation is through
informal counseling by the FTO
Every FTO shall possess the following qualifications:
a. A POST basic certificate.
b. One year of patrol experience.
c. Successful completion of the POST-certified FTO course.
d. Supervisor’s recommendation.
e. All the other skills, character, and attitude to provide an excellent example
T/F
If a trainee is not progressing in the program and it has been determined that progress to a minimally satisfactory level of performance is not possible, termination is the only logical step
True, while FTOs should never give up on trainees who have the slightest chance of success, they must be realistic toward those who do not.
Once the answers to these questions have been ascertained and the determination remains to recommend termination, a meeting (shall/should/may) be held between all FTOs who have worked with the trainee and the Area FTEP coordinator.
Shall, If a consensus to terminate is reached, a recommendation to terminate the trainee is presented to the Area commander.
T/F
Historically, the most common exit route for a trainee is through resignation in lieu of rejection during probation.
True
An FTO should report only the facts, avoiding:
personal conclusions.
T/F
Page 3 of the CHP 115A shall be completed by the trainee at the conclusion of their training day. It is to be filled out AFTER the FTO has completed pages 1 and 2 and AFTER the FTO and the trainee have discussed the ratings for that training day.
True
