#3 Flashcards
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What are the two prongs for disparate treatment?
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Must be a member of a protected class AND must be treated differently than those similarly situated.
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Hostile, intimidating verbal or physical conduct based on RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, N. ORIGIN, SEX, AGE, or SEXUAL ORIENTATION that alters or creates an abusive working environment.
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Hostile work environment.
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If a witness employee waived their 48 hour right, what is needed??
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A tape or written waiver.
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For random drug tests, supervisor approval for independent tests is required based off what?
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Manpower needs, leave request, note members will pay at their own expense
5
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What is needed for FMLA?
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50 or more employees, employed for at least 12 months, and worked at least 1250 hours in the last 12 month period.
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Conduct Handbook: Annual evaluations will be completed on all employees and sent to labour relations no later than what?
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14 days after the appraisal due date.
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If a police officer does not comply with their own or another law enforcement agency criminal investigation what may they be charged with?
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Insubordination
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Conduct Handbook: how long do contacts stay in the SEPF?
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12 months from issuance, unless another contact or SOC for the same issue is opened. Then, the contact stays until the newest one purges or until grievance timelines expire.
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What does a supervisor do for a customer service dispute?
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- Explain why the issue does not rise to misconduct.2. Document the “citizen contact” in Blue Team.
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Reasonable suspicion testing: What are the initial steps?
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- Investigating supervisor will notify and coordinate with IAB 2. IAB and The investigating supervisor will document the suspicion on a statement of complaint in blue team forThe proper test. This will be provided to the subject.3. A sample will be collected at an appropriate department facility ensuring confidentiality
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What does a supervisor provide the complainer if not the direct supervisor of the employee?
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The name of the employs bureau commander
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EIIP: How often does a sergeant review their employs dashboard?
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Monthly
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When will supervisors be tested per contract?
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Deadly force including an accidental discharge on duty where the supervisor is the shooter, excluding animal shoots.Traffic accidents where at fault, While driving department vehicle resulting in death or substantial Bodily harm
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Retaliation occurs when:ABC
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A- complaint, assist, or participate in harassment/Discrimination matter.B- employee was a subjected to adverse employment actions.C- a causal link exists between a and b
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EIIP: If no pattern or concern exist what does the sergeant do?
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Complete the EIIP alert in blue team And forward it to the second line supervisor for approval within 14 calendar days of the notification.Continue to assess the employee.
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How is severe and pervasive determined in sexual harassment hostile work environment.
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Reasonable persons standard from the victims perspective.
17
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How many hours does a subject have to get an independent test?
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72
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Substantial different rate of hiring, promoting, or employment decision which works to the disadvantage of members of a race, sex, or ethic group.
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Adverse impact.
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Conduct Handbook: In the appraisal how should discipline be addressed?
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Identify the conduct leading to the discipline (sick leave excessive, didn’t attend court). Don’t mention the discipline imposed (SOC, contact)
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Diversity complaints should be completed in how many days of receipt?
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45
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Conduct Handbook: if an employee fails to complete a performance improvement plan prior to their annual evaluation, what label is appropriate?
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Does not meet standards.
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Supervisors should consider disciplinary history and circumstances before allowing their employee to use up to how many hours of vacation in lieu of suspension
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40 hours
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Department members will notify who when taking medication that could cause impairment while on duty.
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Their supervisor and the health detail.
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Ethics and Values: The bureau commander will ensure the employees have been :
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Admonished and the investigatory process has been explained to the subject or witness by his direct supervisor.
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Conduct Handbook: what’re the 2 reasons to open an SOC?
1. Allegations that could result in discipline.2. When a supervisor would like an incident documented.
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Member in crisis: What are the 5 steps?
1. Become aware of the situation.2. Investigate and evaluate.3. If potential risk of harm to self or others exists, consult bureau commander or WC if unavailable to place on “relief of duty and temporary assignment”. “Active duty maybe be detrimental...” box is checked. Member crisis intervention does not appear on the form!! Confidential!!4. Contact PEAP and applicable association to immediate respond, no info given just that this policy is fulfilled. 5. Complete Employer Crisis Intervention Form and additional memo and submit to bureau commander.While away, monitor employees status through Director of Risk Management.If leave is beyond 12 weeks (past FMLA) or termination is recommended coordinate with labor relations for the appropriate admin action
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When is the watch commander immediately notified by the Sgt?
If the incident is in progress or has just occurred
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Reasonable suspicion and supervisor testing refusal could lead to what?
Termination.
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The rights of police officers NRS289 does not apply when?
To an investigation which concerns alleged criminal activities
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A wide variety of disorders affecting an number of body systems.
Impairment
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The theory that employers are responsible for the acts of their employees:
Respondents superior
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Conduct Handbook: how long does an employee have for a rebuttal? (For appraisal or contact)
30 days. These are attached and only rebuttals issues mentioned in the report.
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Conduct Handbook: PPACE allows supervisors to do what if an employee fails to complete a performance improvement plan?
Request through their chain a pre-termination hearing.
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Conduct Handbook: List and describe the three performance appraisal intervals
Quarterly - Probationary, not in a supervised role (FTEP, civilian academy) from date of classification.Bi-monthly- Do not meet standards, done until off this status.Annually- done based off anniversary date.
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EIIP: If a pattern or concern does exist what does a sergeant do?
Consult with the second line supervisor and complete the EIIP alert in Blue Team indicating remedial action was taken. Forward to the second line supervisor within 14 calendar days of the notification.Continue to assess the employee.
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Conduct Handbook: Who does the appraisal for promotions or classification change?
If the appraisal is due within 90 days, you do it before the change!
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Different treatment by treating an employee less favourably than others similarly situated because of their RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, or NATIONAL ORIGIN.
Disparate treatment.
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Internal affairs investigations should be completed with in how many days?
90
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Conduct Handbook: performance improvement plans are best suited for:
Multiple or repetitive minor issues.
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In order to be protected from retaliation employees must oppose employment actions that are:
Reasonably believed to be unlawful and made in good faith
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Diversity burden of proof
Preponderance of evidence
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What is the time frame for adjudication from the date of disposition
21 days
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Unwelcome advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical conduct sexual in nature.
Sexual harassment.
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Conduct Handbook: For temporary assignment and light duty, who does the appraisal??
If the employee has been in that status for more than 90 days, whoever is supervising them does it.
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Impairment testing: What is the process?
1. Contact IA supervisor immediately and brief.2. Bring member to IA office unarmed.3. Complete Summary of Facts on Reasonable suspicion Document.4. Conclude with IA supervisor.5. Breath/blood for ETH, blood urine or hair for 446.
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When does the sergeant notify the watch commander or the criminal investigations section supervisor?
When any LE employee is detained as a suspect, Charged, sus/poi on icr, associating with suspects regardless of jurisdiction or victim of felony or violent crime.
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Conduct Handbook: If an employee TRANSFER who does their appraisal?
If it’s day 16 or more days after the transfer, the new supervisor.
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An employee has a complaint of discrimination or harassment, a supervisor will:
Assist in documenting and filing the complaint with EDS. DO THIS VIA SOC.
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Conduct Handbook: After giving an AOC, what should the supervisor do?
Document the communication that occurred on a contact report!
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Conduct Handbook: what signature are need for various AOCs?
Written, transfer, minor / up to DC.Major or demotion / up to sheriff or designee.Termination up to Undersheriff.
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How many days are given for a bureau investigation
30 - Notify the internal affairs Lieutenant via a request for an extension
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Major allegation investigation
If true would result in suspension of 40 hours, demotion, or termination
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Conduct Handbook: Supervisors can decide a discipline outcome when the subject is:
Covered under the PMSA collective bargaining agreement.
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Conduct Handbook: The performance appraisal cover page is completed under what two circumstances
1. An employee is first assigned/transferred to a new assignment (ensure SEPF file accompanies and is current)2. When a supervisor transfers to a new assignment and wants to revise tasks, goals and expectations
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What are the 12 steps of a formal bureau investigation?
1. Review SOC2. Outline3.advise subject4. Forward employee notice of internal investigation form to association.5. Schedule interview.6. Contact witness7. Schedule interview8. Do interviews9. Document findings10. Review (w/ supervisor) and complete. 11. Coordinate with IA over findings.12. Transmit completed investigation to IA.
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EIIP: What are the first three steps taken after an alert is received via email
1. Request Employee Performance Review summary.2. Consult with 2nd line supervisor3. Meet with employee to discuss alert.
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Identify and explain the six internal investigation findings
Sustained, not sustained, unfounded,exonerated, misconduct not based on complaint, policy failure
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Supervisory intervention may be used for allegations:
Minor in nature, not a line item, best for coaching, counseling, mediation, mentoring, and any component of EIIP
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Conduct Handbook: what’re the 9 steps for processing a sustained disposition?
1. Review the IA/bureau investigation.2. Check work history (SEPF/LR)3. Check discipline guide (matrix)4. Check compatible discipline - 5 years5. Apply aggravate/mitigating factors.6. Determine outcome.7. Determine if Option or abeyance will be given.8. Complete AOC. Draft and have LR check.9. Process AOC.
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Drug free workplace:If a member tests positive for an illicit drug, they will remain on relief of duty until:
Completion of IAB investigation
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Internal investigation burden of proof
Clear and convincingSubstantially more likely than not to have occurred
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EIIP: employee performance review is housed by EIIP as an employee snapshot of work history of typically a BLANK period
3 year.
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Harassment/Discrimination: failure to refrain, report, or assist/encourage the process will be grounds for discipline: True/False?
TRUE
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A person of authority extorts sexual consideration for a tangible benefit.
Quid Pro Quo Harassment
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The burden of proof is on who? To show Discrimination was based on their protected class.
The victim.
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Impairments that substantially limit a major life activity but is not long term (blank) are bit normally considered a disability under the ADA
Less than 3 months
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Protected classes defined by title 7 include race, color, religion, sex, and national origin. Blank and blank are protected classes, Discrimination is not determined by group comparisons but on individual case by case basis.
Age and disability.
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Discrimination occurs when any act, practice or pattern has an adverse impact on an identifiable group compared to the majority. ILLEGAL DISCRIMINATION OCCURS WHEN:
A member of a PROTECTED CLASS is affected without sufficient legal justification.
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Adverse impact on minorities and women that are Blank constitute illegal discrimination under title 7.
Not justified by business necessity.
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Adverse impact is on the BLANK of employment practices rather than the motive.
Consequences
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The discrimination handbook shall be reviewed:
Regularly and during each employees annual performance evaluation.
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Supervisor Diversity: preventing complaints, supervisors shall:Crims-r
C- counsel on prohibited behaviorR- refrain from participating or encouragingI- insist employees be treated with fairness and dignityM- monitor the work environmentS- stop acts that may be considered harassment R- Report, whether witnessed or reported
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Supervisor Diversity: RECEIVING complaints, supervisors shall:ACE -A
A- act immediately on all complaintsC- contact OED for assistance in documentingE- ensure the employee understands the complaint policyA- assist the employee in filing he complaint
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Supervisor Diversity: bureau level investigation, supervisors shall:DICT-C
D- document results of a fact finding investigationI- identify a course of action with assistance from OEDC- coordinate the investigation through diversityT- take remedial action to prevent future occurrencesC- counsel on innappropriate behavior and remarks
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Sexual orientation is protected by ______ lawLVMPD has a _________ tolerance for this type of discrimination
State Law (not title 7)Zero Tolerence
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A pregnant female is denied a vacant light duty position. However, 2 weeks later the position is given to a male with “similar limitations”.This is an example of?
Harassment on the basis of pregnancy
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Officer McKnight is constantly teased at work about having a “hot temper” and being a “heavy drinker” only due to his last name being of Irish descent.This is what protected class?
National Origin
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The employer has a duty to accommodate a religious belief or practice UNLESS...
It creates an undue hardship (De minus cost/De minus impact)***not required if multiple accommodations are available***
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Per LVMPD policy, how many incidents are needed to sustain a complaint?
ONE (This is stricter than federal law, RARELY is it enough by law)
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A discriminatory motive is proven when:
1. Evidence reasonable determines the employers explanation to the charge is false AND2. Discrimination is more than likely the motivating factor
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To prove disparate treatment, the employers actions must be based on a discriminatory motive but DO NOT NEED to be deliberate or willful.True or false?
TRUE
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A disparate treatment claim must initially establish: (2 things)
1. The complainant is a member of a protected classAND2. The complainant was treated differently than those similarly situated.
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What is the enforcement body at NV state level
Nevada Equal Rights CommissionNERC
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FMLA requires an employer to provide leaves of absence for:(4)
PARENT:Birth of a childAdoption of a childILL:Care of a SERIOUSLY ill family memberCare of YOU OWN SERIOUS illness
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Job accommodations for ADA are coordinated with:
Health and safety manager(Through immediate supervisor or division / office commander)
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ADA disabilities are _______ OR _________ impairment that substantially limits 1 or more major life activities
Physical or mental
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Although acts and jokes may not be unwelcome, employees are obligated by LVMPD policy to:
NOT participate in inappropriate workplace behavior
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A title 7 sexual harassment is considered a violation if (2)
1. Sufficiently SEVERE AND PERVASIVE to alter conditions of employmentAND2. Create an abusive working environment
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What are the 2 types of sexual harassment as defined by the EEOC?
Quid pro quo Hostile work environment
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The 2 basic requirements for sexual harassment under EEOC are:
UnwelcomeSexual in nature
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Age discrimination:In Nevada, the age 40 floor has been:
Omitted
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DISCRIMINATION AND HARASSMENT 5/101.24The EDS director prepares an annual report of all complaints and forwards it to the _______
Sheriff
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DISCRIMINATION AND HARASSMENT 5/101.24You are the NE14 Sgt and your Officer makes a religious accommodation request.Who do you notify?
EDS director
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DISCRIMINATION AND HARASSMENT 5/101.24Who determines the release of confidential information?
1. IAB LTOR 2. IAB CaptOR3. EDS DirectorALL OF WHICH ARE AT THE DIRECTION OF GENERAL COUNSEL
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DISCRIMINATION AND HARASSMENT 5/101.24Intentionally false and/or malicious reporting will be subject to:
Disciplinary action
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DISCRIMINATION AND HARASSMENT 5/101.24If a complainant is not satisfied wit the disposition, who may they contact?(3)
1. NERC2. EEOC3. EDS Director
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DISCRIMINATION AND HARASSMENT 5/101.24May a 3rd party with a close relationship to a complainant claim retaliation
YES
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DISCRIMINATION AND HARASSMENT 5/101.24Reasonable Person standard: the victim is __________offended AND a reasonable, similarly situated member of the same class would be __________offended.
1. Subjectively2. objectively
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DISCRIMINATION AND HARASSMENT 5/101.24Conflict resolutionOnce started, this process is MANDATORY for the involved parties to participate.True or false?
TRUE
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DISCRIMINATION AND HARASSMENT 5/101.24Mandatory EDS training is provided to:
1. New hires2. FTO’s3. ALL supervisors (biennial)
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DISCRIMINATION AND HARASSMENT 5/101.24ADA accommodations requests are handled by:
The health and safety section
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D+H HANDBOOK FOR SUPV:ALL complaints of discrimination and/or harassment will be reviewed by:
The director of OED
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D+H HANDBOOK FOR SUPV:You are interviewed as a WITNESS by OED to a harassment claim... are you covered against retaliation?
YES(Protected if you make a claim, assist in making a claim or participate in an investigation)
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D+H HANDBOOK FOR SUPV:Officer Knight comes to you and states he is being harassed and just wants to quit.What are your immediate objectives? (4) “ACE-A”
1. ACT immediately2. CONTACT OED immediately3. ENSURE the employee understands the process4. ASSIST in filing a complaint
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D+H HANDBOOK FOR SUPV:Preventing complaints:Supervisors must stop offensive behavior before it becomes:______________ OR _____________
Pervasive or severe
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You are a Sgt working NE32, you respond to a 467 and the HMA driver claims he was profiled and officer smith called him a “wet back”Who investigates this?
IAB(external complaint)
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D+H HANDBOOK FOR SUPV:A prima facie case of discrimination/harassment results from a complaint that appears TRUE, VALID or SUFFICIENT at FIRST IMPRESSION.true or false?
TRUE
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D+H HANDBOOK FOR SUPV:The theory stating an employer is responsible for the acts of its employees thus creating automatic liability is called.....
“respondents superior”
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D+H HANDBOOK FOR SUPV:To be protected from retaliation, employees oppose practices which are:(2 prong)
1. Reasonably believed to be unlawfulAND2. Made in good faith
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D+H HANDBOOK FOR SUPV:Diversity complaints should be completed in _____ days when possible.
45
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D+H HANDBOOK FOR SUPV:The discrimination handbook shall be reviewed...
Regularly and during each employees annual performance appraisal
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Conflict resolution...Mandatory or voluntary?
MANDATORY... once started.
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For EDS purposes, what is the reasonable person standard?
The victim is SUBJECTIVELY offended AND a reasonably similarly situated member of the protected class against whom the harassment or discrimination is directed would be OBJECTIVELY offended.
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What are the three types of alternate resolution to EDS complaints?
MediationConflict ResolutionIAB
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DEFINE THIS CONDUCT:an act, practice or pattern of behavior based on an individuals race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity l or expression, or political affiliation which has a negative effect on an individual or identifiable group compared to the impact on members of other groups
Discrimination
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DEFINE THIS CONDUCTEmployment practices that appear neutral but travel a disproportionately negative effect on members of a protected class.This conduct May be unintentional
Adverse impact
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DEFINE THIS CONDUCTA member is intentionally treated differently from other similarly situated members based on that member belonging in one or more of the protected classes.This is distinguished from the concept of “adverse impact” which may be unintentional and applies to a protected group rather than an individual
Disparate treatment
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What is the exception to the 300 day reporting rule?
Uniform service employment re-employment rights act of 1994 (USERRA) Has no statute of limitation
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According to LVMPD policy 5/101.24 Who may a person report harassment to?
Contact any supervisor, EDS or IAB to seek assistance in filing a complaint of discrimination, harassment (sexual or otherwise) or retaliation.
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In addition to the protected classes (race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or political affiliation) protection against harassment and/or discrimination further extends to... 4 items
1. Those protected by workers compensation2. The Family Medical Leave Act3. The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination act 4. The Americans with disabilities act
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Drug free workplace:If a member is POSITIVE for a NON ILLICIT drug, the captain may place them on ______________ after consulting the ______________
Modified dutyRisk manager
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Drug free workplace:If a member is SUSPECTED of using a NON ILLICIT drug, the captain may place them on _________________ after consulting _______________
Full or modified dutyThe risk manager.
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Drug free work place: who notifies the members of a positive result:
If the MRO can’t in 24 hours, IAB
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Drug free workplace:For amnesty, a user can self report for:
PRESCRIPTION drugs or alcohol
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Drug free workplace:If a member is SUSPECTED of using a NON ILLICIT drug, the captain may place them on _________________ after consulting _______________
Full or modified dutyThe risk manager.
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Drug free work place: who notifies the members of a positive result:
If the MRO can’t in 24 hours, IAB
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Drug free workplace:For amnesty, a user can self report for:
PRESCRIPTION drugs or alcohol
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Drug free workplace:If a member is POSITIVE for a NON ILLICIT drug, the captain may place them on ______________ after consulting the ______________
Modified dutyRisk manager
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According to the discrimination handbook for supervisors, complaints of harassment or discrimination may be made to:
1. Any supervisor2. Director of OED or designer3. The Captain of personnel4. The captain of professional standardsThis is DIFFERENT than what is in the MOVE policy which states:1. Any supervisor2. The EDS director3. The IAB commander
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ICS stands for
(I know its easy) Incident Command System
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ICS can BLANK or BLANK to meet different needs.
Grow or Shrink
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ICS was developed in?
1970s
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NIMS stands for, and was created after?
National Incident Management System In response to 9/11 attacks
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ICS represents organizational BLANK
Best Practices
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ICS helps ensure full utilization of all incident resources by: (4)
Maintaining a manageable span of controlEstablishing predesignated incident locations and facilitiesImplementing resource management practicesEnsuring integrated communications
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ICS helps ensure resources are?
on hand and ready
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ICS ensures communication uses?
Common terminology and clear text, plain English!
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ICS is organized in what structure?
Top down, modular fashion
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What is an IAP? (what does is do)
Incident Action Plan : Oral or written plan containing general objectives reflecting the overall strategy for managing an incident. (EVERY INCIDENT MUST HAVE ONE!)
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The time frame for an IAP is called?
Operational Period
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What type of incident(s) require a WRITTEN IAP?
Hazardous materials incident
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IAPs must have 4 elements, what are they?
What do we want to do?Who is responsible for doing what?How do we communicate with each other?What is the procedure if someone is injured?
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Span of control: What is the effective span of control?
3 to 7A ratio of 1 supervisor to 5 reporting elements is recommended
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The ICP will be located?
Close enough to the incident to maintain command!
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A temporary location where personnel and equipment are kept while waiting for tactical assignments is called?
Staging Areas
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Location from which primary logistics and administrative functions are coordinated and administered is called? May be "colocated" with ICP ONLY ONE PER INCIDENT!
Base
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What is the Location where resources may be kept to support incident operations. They provide food, water, sleeping areas and sanitary services.
Camp
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What is the location where HELICOPTER STUFF HAPPENS? (DUMB)
Helibase not to be confused with Helispot which is a temporary landing zone. (Who comes up with this shit)
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ICS resources are broken down into two categories
TacticalSupport
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Tactical resources are always one of three assignments
AssignedAvailableOut of service
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Single Command
Incident Commander has complete responsibility for incident management
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Unified Command
Multiple responding agencies are responsible for the incident and share management.
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When may a Unified Command be needed?
Multiple JurisdictionsSingle Jurisdiction with multiple agencies sharing responsibilityMultiple jurisdiction with multi agency involvement
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The transfer of command always includes a?
briefing
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Incident Recordkeeping: A supervisor must maintain a BLANK which indicates BLANK...
Daily Unit Log (ICS-214)Indicates names of personnel and a list of major activities that occurred IE: Chirs fished his keys out of a portajohn
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Who is command staff?
PIO OFFICERSAFETY OFFICERLAISON OFFICER
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Authorized FA:What is the trigger weight of a shotgun?
Shall not be less than manufacturer specifications
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Authorized FA:The standard for quarterly rifle quals is:
90%
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Officers will immediately notify BLANK they are not current on their rifle certification
supervisor
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Authorized FA:What is the authorized barrel length of a shotgun?
14”-20”
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for miscellaneous items what is required
type / category*example bag containing toothpaste toothbrush shampoo asswipes etc Miscellaneous toiletries NOT Miscellaneous items
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LVMPD will not utilize the pill drop box for?
circumventing the impound process
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To maintain certification a rifle operator must (4)
1. Pass initial qual w/ 90% only 2 attempts2. Pass ALL quals w/ 90%3. Attend a 4 hour rifle training within 18 months of cert4. Attend ANNUAL rifle evaluation and inspection (only 2 attempts)
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Authorized FA:What is a SBR?
Firearm with a buttstock and either a rifles barrel UNDER 16” or and overall length UNDER 26”
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Authorized FA: ALTERNATE HANDGUNTrigger pull:
Will not be less than 4lbs or less than manufacturer specifications
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Authorized FARifle officers who have not qualified for three years must attend a ______ hour full recertification
40
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Items of explosive nature will remain in possession of?
Armor*items will be entered into ACE (ACTIVE CONTROL EVIDENCE system)
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What general items must be impounded separately (3)
1. Items stained with biological materials (bloody knife)2. Hypodermic device3. Confiscated licenses plates and drivers licenses
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Clandestine lab, biological or physical evidence including drugs money guns and jewelry may be retained by
Criminalistics bureau *think blood on a gun, DNA on money etc
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Officers will be decertified on a rifle if they miss BLANK or BLANK except for BLANK
two consecutive quarterly qualsor two quarterly quals in a 12 MONTH period*MUST ATTEND 10 hour recertMilitary or FMLA
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How long do you have to attend a 10 hour cert before you have to do a 40 hour cert
3 years
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Authorized FA: rifles may not be “”
Home built.You may only have different upper and lower receivers for repairs!
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Suspected drugs are considered what type of property?
Secure, includes obscure items like diet aids, multivitamins and eye drops AND paraphernalia including bongs pipes etc
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All rifle quals must have a passing score of?
90%
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Authorized FA: ALTERNATE HANDGUNMembers who wish to carry an alternate duty handgun must complete the quarterly qualification with:
Both the duty and alternate, each quarter.
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Authorized FA: DUTY HANDGUNBarrel length range:
3.5”-6”
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When someone wants LVMPD to destroy their firearm, what do they have to complete
a voluntary statement outlining in detail that they want the firearm destroyed
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Authorized FA: rifle trigger pull?
Shall not be less than 4 lbs and will not be less than manufacturer specifications.
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Authorized FA: an off duty FA can be what caliber?
Any
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Authorized FA: you get in an OIS, FIT provides you a firearm for return to duty, you must:
Qualify on this FA before returning to duty, when YOUR FA is available for you to retrieve it, YOU must have FITs FA inspected by FTTU before you give it back
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Authorized FA: open carry/overt rifle carry will be directed by a:
LT or designee
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Boxes should not contain a weight GREATER THAN
35 pounds
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PEAP: if an employee is a POTENTIAL danger to themselves or others, the ___________________ policy procedure is done. If IMMINENT, the _______________policy may have to be followed.
Potential: PEAP, drug free workplaceIMMINENT: handling persons with special needs, (CIT)
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Authorized FA: rifle operaters will carry at least ________ additional magazines
2
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Authorized FA: where May slugs be carried?
On your personSide saddleButtstock carrierNot in the tube!
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The following items will go in the bulk storage rooms
Too large or heavy for shootItems contains fluid of ANY kindBrittle breakable or valuable items (not money)Items with sharp edges or corners (guns, tvs, knives)AmmoItems capable of omitting noxious odors
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It is strongly recommended officers have BLANK when deploying a rifle
another officer
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Authorized FA: ALTERNATE HANDGUNHow many rounds/ magazines are required?
1 full loaded magazine with a round chambered. And 1 additional fully loaded magazine.No less than 18 rounds in the magazines or you will need more mags!
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Authorized FA: ALTERNATE HANDGUNAlternate handguns will be carried in a manner:
Not to be discernible by ordinary observation.
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Items of documentary nature relating to "432" items may be retained for examination processing by?
financial crimes bureau orforensic multimedia detail (FMD) *audio / video files
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PEAP: employees in ADMIN leave, NOT relief if duty, may attend briefing and training if allowed by who (after an OIS):Also, what two things can’t they do?
CIRTThey can’t be in uniform or a patrol car.ROD can go to lunch and outings and what not
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If a bag contains DNA sensitive property, what must be done?
DNA written on property label in RED
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If an officers personal weapon is in the process of being repaired, they must continue to BLANK while waiting the return of their firearm
Qualify with another personally owned firearm or DEPARTMENT firearm.
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Members who's authorization has been revoked due to deployment violation have to attend a BLANK hour revert if they desire to recert with their rifle
40 hour
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Boxes containing vegetation must have?
numerous pencil diameter holes.
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Authorized FA: what does the “firearm finish” include?
External surface, to include barrel and receiver(s)
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when impound a firearm, zipties will not be placed?
through the barrel
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Authorized FA:Is the use of a spotter required by policy when one officer deploys a rifle?
"It is strongly recommended that rifle officers have another officer with them whiledeploying the rifle"Makes no mention of the other officer should/having to be rifle certified
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Authorized FA:What sights are NOT allowed on lethal shot guns?
Bead
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Two types of property that do not require property report are?
latent printsspecialized forensic collection kits
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Authorized FA: magnifiers ___________ be allowed on shotguns.
Will not
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Authorized FA: what is the barrel length for an approved rifle?
10”-20”
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Who do you obtain written authorization from to attend a 40 hour rifle certification course?
bureau area commander
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Authorized FA: slug qualifications occur how often?
Semi annually
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How long is the initial rifle training course?
40 hours
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Lasers and flashlights may not extend:
Further than 2” beyond the muzzle
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*PRIOR TEST QUESTION*Multiple rifles are deployed, one officer completes the BlueTeam, listing all officers who deployed rifles as BLANK
Involved Officer(s)
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Authorized FA: lethal shotguns must have what type of sights?
Rifle or ghost ring
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What money is labeled DO NOT DEPOSIT in red ink?
Biological material EXCLUDING prints and drug analysisHand writing on currency that will require forensic analysisWhen currency serial numbers will be needed
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What will numismatic property be labeled as?
"collectible currency"
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You should use an evidence tag on a firearm unless it contains?
fingerprints or biological material
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Authorized FA: what is a SBS?
A shotgun with a barrel length UNDER 18” and overall length UNDER 26”
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Authorized FA: off duty/back must not be:
Discernible to ordinary observation.
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PEAP is privileged and confidential. Except for (2):
The participant is an IMMEDIATE threat to self or othersThe participant admits to the commission of ANY crime, including illicit drug use
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Authorized FA: UC firearm caliber is approved by:
LT
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Authorized FA: according The the National Firearms Act, to have a SBS or a SBR you need to:
Register and conform to the proper taxing
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Authorized FA: uniformed is best defined as:
Distinctive clothing including an agency badge and shoulder patches
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For hypodermic devices, when are they secure, general or disposed?
Secure: Evidence with drug residue/liquidGeneral: Evidence with biological materialDisposed: No evidentiary value
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Who ensures proper deployment of rifles and is aware of BLANK and BLANK?
SupervisorMisuseORover-deployment
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Who can deny an officer authorization to carry a rifle?
bureau area commander
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Authorized FA: if a member wants to use a firearm not approved in policy, they may make a request to the:
Firearms committee
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Before deploying a magnifier for rifles, an officer must complete a BLANK or BLANK
Optics classorOptics magnifier training update
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Upon RECEIVING an evidence error notification, how long does the department member have to correct the error?
7 days, on the 8th day the chain of command WILL be notified!
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When carrying a patrol rifle in a TWO MOUNT vehicle, what weapons systems will be carried in the mount?
RifleandLL shotgun(When two rifle certified officers are in the same vehicle , second rifle will be kept in PROTECTIVE CASE)
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Property and evidence are divided into two classifications of property.
Secure andGeneral
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Money is defined as
US currencyBLANK money orderschecks made payable to LVMPD (Any of these items may be impounded together *must list total dollar amount)
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Authorized FA: For off duty/back, you provide YOUR OWN ammo and it must be:
Commercial manufacture, hollow point.
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Authorised FA:Rifle officers who miss _____ consecutive quarterly quals will be __________ until a _____hour recertification class is attended.
TwoDecertifiedTen hourThis also applies to two missed quals in any 12 month period.
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Authorized FA: for handguns, a FA appears to be out of policy, it may be allowed if it was enter into UMLV prior to:
March 1, 2011 and inspected by the FTTU Sgt or designee.
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Authorized FA: laser and flashlight devices must be:
“Bolt on”, no modification to FANOT activated by the trigger
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Authorized FA: ALTERNATE HANDGUNWhat two additional calibers may be carried?
.38 special.380 auto
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Authorized FA: Standard, rifles may have a 1x-3x optic. Officers completing the _________________ may utilize 1x-4x plus range.
Special Purpose Rifleman Certification Course
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Biological samples are maintained and analyzed by?
Forensic Lab*will not follow standard impound
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WHO notifies an area SGT that a rifle has been deployed?Where will this notification be documents?
communicationsCAD by communications.
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who is contacted to determine if large or voluminous items can be picked up by the on call evidence vault
Evidence supervisor
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Who approves extended magazines for WHAT firearm?
Firearms committeeHandgun
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What is secure property?
Guns, Money, Firearms, Jewelry
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Authorized FA: laser aiming devices are not approved for:
Shotguns or rifles
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What is general property?
Property owned by a General (its really late)all other property including biological items.
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Authorized FA: What additional calibers are authorized for back up HG?
.38 special.380 auto.357 sig/magnum
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Authorized FA: after attending a mandatory optic training course, you must complete quarterly quals with both:
An optic and iron sights.
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Authorized FA: For duty and alternate handguns, what finish is expectable?
Blued, black, grey, tan, or stainless steelGrips for duty may be black, tan, brown, grey.
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What items will not accepted by the evidence vault?
Any item with VIN Consent to search cardsFireworksFood (without drugs) *Food w/ drugs can be impounded (peanut butter and crack sandwich!)Hazardous chemicals
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Authorized FA: DUTY HANDGUNMembers must carry at least one fully loaded magazine in the FA with a round in the chamber and a minimum of ___________, maximum of ___________ additional fully loaded magazines.
2 min8 max
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Firearms must be reasonably BLANK and BLANK
clean and functional
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Authorized FA: DUTY HANDGUNIn order to carry an optic on duty, it MUST be inspected by FTTU staff, subsequently, you MUST qualify with a __% on the _____________________
85% Day and night academy qual
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Property of great volume or complexity may be retained by?
responsible investigative unit*except guns money drugs or jewelry
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3 types of property?
no evidentiary valuesafekeepingevidence
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Bags and envelopes must be?
stapled
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Authorized FA: DUTY HANDGUN When are duty handguns worn?
At all times while in uniform, and may be worn in plain clothes.
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Firearms must be cleaned a minimum of BLANK
Every qualification
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Authorized FA: DUTY HANDGUNTrigger pull weight:
SHALL NOT be LESS THAN 4 lbs
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Authorized FA: DUTY HANDGUNDuty handguns must be:
Standard factory production.
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"Speech pertains to Expression or communication of?
Thoughts or opinions in spoken words, in writing, by expressive conduct, symbolism, or images.
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a Post is BLANK an individual BLANK on social media
CONTENTSHARES
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a Page is managed by?
an individual or individuals
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Public employees are entrusted with BLANKBecause of this, Law Enforcement are to held to BLANK
Public TrustHigher Standard
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Social Media policy adheres to which other policy?
Law Enforcement Code of Ethics
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Public employees first amendment rights do not pertain to speech made?
Pursuant to official duties
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Department members are free to express themselves as private citizens to the degree that their speech does not: (4)
1. Impair working relationships of the department for which loyalty and confidentiality are important.2. Impede the performance of duties.3. Impair discipline and harmony among co-workers; OR4. Negatively impact or tend to negatively impact the department's ability to SERVE THE PUBLIC (test question)
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Department members WILL not post, transmit or disseminate any info which they have access as a result of employment with written permission from?
The Sheriff or designee
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Chris takes a picture of Kyle on NYE on the strip and posted it on Facebook, did Chris violate policy?
YesDepartment members are prohibited from disclosing information pertaining to any other members of the department without permission of the affected member (to include "tagging" in text or photos)
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Chris is working in INTEL and has an instagram account with the name Chris- Stal which contains pictures of his dog, dirtbike, random food, and a Golden Knights game he attended, Is Chris in violation of policy?
NoOfficers working in a covert capacity, as defined by LVMPD 5/206.01, Undercover Identities, will not post any form of visual or personal identification. In addition, officers working in this capacity will not post anything that could reveal or compromise any covert operation. For officer safety purposes, it is required that officers working in a covert capacity and have posted anything, past or present, that may identify the officer as a department member must remove all such posts.
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Each Social Media page shall include?
Intro statement that clearly specifies the purpose and scope
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All department social media pages will be approved by?
Deputy Chief or designee, forwarded to PIO for approval / registry
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Social Media is a tool used for?
Seeking evidence or information (missing person, crime etc)Community outreach and engagement by providing tipsTime-sensitive notifications (road closure, special events etc)
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Driving/Vehicle ProceduresWhat is the definition of a department vehicle?
Any vehicle owned, leased, rented or borrowed by the department or its members for official use.
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Driving/Vehicle ProceduresT/F: when responding code 3, police officers have the absolute right of way
FALSE
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Driving/Vehicle ProceduresT/F: officers may use a cell phone while driving Code 3 IF the call is related to the event the officer is responding to?
False3. While engaged in a priority response or vehicle pursuit, department employees are prohibited from using cellular devices in any capacity.
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Driving/Vehicle ProceduresT/F: If an officer is using an earpiece for his department radio then any earpiece in his other ear for a cell phone must be a matching color?
False!6. On-duty personnel shall not wear a cellular telephone earpiece at any time if a radio earpiece is worn.
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Driving/Vehicle ProceduresT/F: Drivers are prohibited from disabling the electronic stability controls on a ford explorer?
True!The only exception being inclement conditions such as snow/ice where traction has been lost.
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Driving/Vehicle ProceduresT/F: While driving either code 2 or 3, officers must treat all intersections as a yield before slowing crossing the intersection
FalseDuring both Code 2 and Code 3 operations, officers shall come to a stop before entering an intersection against the traffic control device (red light, flashing red light, stop sign, etc.),
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Driving/Vehicle ProceduresEVOC is mandatory for who and how often?
1. Recruits - Academy EVOC2. POs - EVOC in each of the first three years of service3. POs with more than three years of service - Annual web-based EVOC and, for uniformed first-responding officers, biennial EVOC recertification4. FTOs with more than three years of service/Sergeants/Lieutenants - Annual web-based Supervisor EVOC and biennial EVOC recertification (non-uniformed sergeants and lieutenants are exempt from the biennial recertification)5. COs, Civilian Employees, PSRs, Cadets - Initial certification.
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Driving/Vehicle ProceduresOfficers in FTEP are required to complete a check ride and a _____check ride prior to grauduation
Code 3
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Driving/Vehicle ProceduresLlist the 4 reasons an officer may attend EVOC?
1. ARB referral2. Supervisory intervention3. Self-registration4. Approved squad/specialty training.
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Driving/Vehicle ProceduresEVOC:A SOC WILL be filed against an officer after the ______missed attendance without proper notification
Second
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Driving/Vehicle ProceduresDo traffic officers also have to complete EVOC?
no.... they do their own training.
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Driving/Vehicle ProceduresDEFINE THIS:Any non-injury collision of a minor nature when the collision does not meet the definition of a collision,
Vehicle Incident
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Driving/Vehicle ProceduresDEFINE THIS:Any occurrence in which a driver of a vehicle collides with another vehicle, pedestrian, animal, bicycle, road debris, or another stationary object such as a tree, pole, or building. A collision also includes one or more vehicles in which a complaint of bodily injury to or the death of any person occurs and/or results in the total damage to any vehicle or item of property to an apparent extent of $750 or more.
Collision
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Driving/Vehicle ProceduresDEFINE THIS COLLISION CATEGORY:1. Commissioned supervisor2. Visible damage is apparently minor (i.e., small dents/scratches/repairs that would not require the vehicle to be taken out of service)3. No injuries4. No other citizen vehicle involved5. Minor damage to private property6. Training collisions7. Email to chain of command of member up to Division Commander
Cat 1"Supervisors report of department vehicle INCIDENT, LVMPD 393"
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Driving/Vehicle ProceduresDEFINE THIS COLLISION CATEGORY:1. Traffic officer and Traffic supervisor2. Visible damage is apparently minor (i.e., small dents/scratches/repairs that would not require the vehicle to be taken out of service) 3. No injuries 4. Email to chain of command of member up to Assistant Sheriff
Cat 2Department Vehicle Incident Report LVMPD PD42 or PDO
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Driving/Vehicle ProceduresDEFINE THIS COLLISION CATEGORY:1. Traffic officer and Traffic supervisor2. Visible damage is apparently minor (i.e., small dents/scratches/repairs that would not require the vehicle to be taken out of service) 3. Injuries4. Notify watch commander5. Email to chain of command of member up to Assistant Sheriff
Cat 3State of Nevada Traffic Collision Report NHP 5
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Driving/Vehicle ProceduresT/F: In order to protect garrity rights, members responding /investigating another members department 401 will deactivate their BWC
FalseAll commissioned members responding to investigate a vehicle collision involving another member will also activate the BWC until the completion of the investigationVideo will be categorized as "pending review" with a 5 year retention.
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Driving/Vehicle ProceduresT/F: members involved in a department 401 are required to notify their own supervisor
Falsec. Notify their immediate and/or on-duty supervisor, as soon as practical, except for training collisions on a closed course. Notify a Training instructor and/or Training supervisor on all collisions that occur during training.
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Driving/Vehicle ProceduresAn officer has been involved in a departmet 401 and wants to move the vehicle out of the road to get out of traffic..... who does he have to notify first?
Respding supervisor and/or traffic unit.
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Driving/Vehicle ProceduresOfficer is involved in a minor incident on a closed training course, does he have to do a Blue team?
No
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Driving/Vehicle ProceduresWhat are the obligations of a supervisor responding to metro 401?
a. Respond and conduct preliminary investigation.b. If the collision involves any other citizen’s vehicle, significant private property damage, PIT, blocking or pinching, request a Traffic unit to respond.c. If the collision only rises to the level of an incident and no other citizen vehicle was involved complete and submit Supervisor's Report of Department Vehicle Incident, LVMPD 393, to the involved member's bureau/area commander.d. For all “Preventable" collisions, ensure that a Check Ride Report, LVMPD 461, is completed on the involved member, whether civilian or commissioned, before the member is allowed to resume operations of a vehicle, Completion of this check ride will be documented in UMLV and a copy forwarded to VCB.e. Ensure involved member completes a Collision Report in Blue Team or memo, as required.f. Direct the involved member to contact Litigation Section with any inquiries.
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Driving/Vehicle ProceduresWhich agency investigates fatal department collisions involving a LVMPD member in LVMPD jurisdiction?
NHP
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Driving/Vehicle ProceduresWho is immediately notified if its determined that a fatal department accident involved reckless driving by the officer?
Members chain of command, Traffic LT and Fatal detail.
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Driving/Vehicle ProceduresMembers who are notified to appear before the VCB will wear what?
Civillian, business attire.Commissioned - Uniform of the day.
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Driving/Vehicle ProceduresThe immediate supervisor of the member WILL attend the VCB if what?
The members appearance is mandatory.
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Driving/Vehicle ProceduresWhich category of collision is always mandatory?
Cat 31 and 2 are at the discretion of the VCBMandatory are also always recorded.
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Driving: are light duty officers or officers with a workers comp claim allowed to attend Evoc?
No, not until released to full duty
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Code 3 drivingWhen may an officer drive code 2?
1. To stop violators 2. Upon arriving in an area where the use of the siren may signal suspects.3. To signal other motorists of traffic hazards when an officer is moving at slow speed in traffic Officers must drive at the speed limit or below.4. When approved by a sergeant (or higher) during an authorized motorcade.5. Note: Officers responding to non-emergency calls will not use emergency lights and/or siren for the sole purpose of crossing intersections.
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Code 3 drivingDefine code 3 driving
Emergency lights and siren, emergency response driving, will not exceed posted speed limit by more than 20 mph. In regards to pursuit driving, the 20 mph over posted speed limit maximum rule is removed
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Code 3 drivingWhen may an officer drive code 3
4. Imminent danger to citizens and the officer arrival might save lives.5. Another officer requires assistance to control a volatile situation.6. Reliable information exists of a felony in progress.7. Pursuits - see Section 3.
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Code 3 drivingMay an officer AM dispatch while driving code 3?
"Typing of messages and use of a cell phone are prohibited during Code 3 response"
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Code 3 drivingWho makes the determination if a code 3 response is necessary?
The officer
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Code 3 drivingWith regard to the primary officer, additional officers and 1st/2nd arriving officers - how do units advise their C3 status?
Primary Officer (or first officer to initiate Code 3 response) shall:2. Notify Communications via radio of Code 3 status.First and Second Arriving Units shall:5. Broadcast arrival status via the radio.6. Determine the need for continued Code 3 response of additional units.7. Advise other units via radio to either continue or discontinue Code 3, as needed.Additional Units shall:8. Prior to proceeding Code 3, utilize the MDT to advise of Code 3 response and, subsequently, arrival status. Do not break Code Red on a radio channel.
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Vehicle PursuitDefine this:An active attempt by an officer in an authorized emergency vehicle as defined by NRS 484B.700, using emergency equipment (red lights and sirens), to apprehend a suspect who is failing to yield after due notice or is attempting to avoid apprehension, and whose driving presents a clear and immediate danger.
Pursuit
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Vehicle PursuitsDefine this:A non-code tactic that is utilized when attempting to apprehend a suspect in a vehicle. The tactic utilizes available police units to create a mobile perimeter or “_____.” When using the _____, the focus of the vehicle pursuit shifts from apprehension to containment. Officers will monitor the fleeing vehicle, out of view of the suspect, and move into positions surrounding the suspect while obeying all traffic laws. “________” officers will neither engage nor re-engage the suspect in a vehicle pursuit without supervisor approval.
Bubble tactic
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Vehicle PursuitsDefine this:The complete cessation of a pursuit by the decision of pursuing officers or supervisors - to include the discontinuance of visual contact of the pursued vehicle via turning at the first reasonable turn off of the primary street - and the return to routine operations.
Discontinuance of pursuit
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Vehicle PursuitsDefine this:Additional police units travelling on adjacent streets using emergency equipment to keep pace with a pursuit. There will be no Code 3 caravanning or paralleling of units or other attempts to join the pursuit without authorization from a supervisor. If a supervisor authorizes a unit to parallel a pursuit, the unit will adhere to the Code 3 emergency response driving policy.
Parallelling
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Vehicle PursuitsDefine this:A tactic wherein the air unit provides ground units with the direction of travel, cross traffic, hazards, etc., for ground units to be aware of suspect's actions.
Surveillance mode
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Vehicle PursuitsDefine this:The finality of a vehicular pursuit due to either suspect apprehension, the crashing of the suspect’s vehicle or suspect lost/evaded pursuing unit(s), and return to routine operation
Termination of pursuit
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Vehicle PursuitsA vehicular pursuit may be initiated based on a _________ conclusion that the pursuit is the best available option at the time.
Pursuing officers
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Vehicle PursuitsVehicles not equipped with _______ will not be permitted to take part in a vehicular pursuit under any circumstances.
siren and authorized emergency lights (visible from the front, back, and both sides)
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Vehicle PursuitsHow many units are typically authorized for a pursuit?Who authorizes more?
3Field Supervisor
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Vehicle PursuitsOfficer on Mc or in unmarked car initiates a pursuit and two marked patrol units have arrived...Can the original officer become the 3rd vehicle in the pursuit?
NoWhen initiated by an officer operating a motorcycle, unmarked unit (with appropriate emergency lights and siren), or marked sport utility vehicle (SUV) other than a Community Policing or Tourist Safety Division marked Ford Explorer SUV, that officer will relinquish the primary position to the first standard marked patrol unit joining the pursuit, and will leave the pursuit when a second standard marked patrol unit joins the pursuit as the secondary unit. The relieved officer will proceed to the end point of the pursuit.
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Vehicle PursuitsSupervisors______ relinquish the primary position to the first standard marked patrol unit joining the pursuit to enable the supervisor to maintain control and objectivity of continuing the pursuit or determining if it should be discontinued.
Should
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Vehicle PursuitsOfficer is involved in a 401 while pursuing, he has to stop UNLESS:
a. No unit is available to assume the pursuit or respond to the unit involved. b. Damage to the unit is minor, and it can still be operated without danger. c. There are no apparent injuries as a result of the accident.
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Vehicle PursuitsT/F: There will be NO Code 3 caravanning or paralleling of units, or other attempts to join the pursuit without authorization from a Lieutenant
False (sort of)Authorization of a "supervisor" is needed.
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Vehicle PursuitsFor what two reasons does LVMPD engage in a pursuit?
A pursuit will be conducted only for a violent felony or if the suspect presents a clear and immediate danger to the public
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Vehicle PursuitsT/F:A pursuit will not be engaged for a property crime, minor traffic infraction or an occupied stolen vehicle unless the suspect presents the aforementioned clear and immediate danger to the public
TRUE
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Vehicle PursuitsField supervisors who allow a pursuit to continue shall announce over the radio and shall weight what 6 factors?
1. Whether the need for immediate apprehension of the suspect(s) outweighs the dangers created by the pursuit itself.2. Whether the suspect is known to officers and/or can be apprehended at a later time.3. Vehicular and pedestrian traffic, and road conditions.4. Nature of the area of the pursuit: residential, commercial, or rural.5. Weather conditions such as rain, fog, snow, etc., time of day, and visibility which creates an unreasonable risk of injury to the public or the pursuing officers.6. Alternatives to pursuit, including the availability of the air unit, the use of PIT, Stop Sticks or arrest at a later time.
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Vehicle PursuitsAll decisions by officers and supervisors to conduct vehicle pursuits will be made with the primary goal of assuring the safety of _______, ______, and whenever possible, ________
Innocent CitziensOfficersthose attempting to flee.
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Vehicle PursuitsT/F: Before conducting a felony car stop for a stolen vehicle, officers will request the air unit and K9 and allow it adequate time to arrive on scene before activating emergency lights and siren.
Falseonly the air unit is mentioned.... not K9.
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Vehicle PursuitsOfficer must notify comms via ______ if they are the primary unit at any time in the pursuit.
Radio
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Vehicle PursuitsOfficers must notify comms of all:1. When a pursuit is initiated and completed.2. When a pursuit is cancelled before completion.3. When a situation is observed that could result in a pursuit, but the pursuit did not meet the criteria for pursuing (a CAD event must be created or updated in this situation).
True.I know i didnt even ask... but its late and im tired.
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Vehicle PursuitsWho is responsibly for pursuit tactics BEFORE a supervisor has acknowledged and taken over the pursuit?
The primary unit.
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Vehicle PursuitsWhat 4 things will immediately be told to dispatch upon engaging in a pursuit?
a. The nature of the original offense.b. Location, speed, and direction of travel of the fleeing vehicle.c. Description and license plate number of the vehicle, if known.d. Number of occupants in the vehicle, and descriptions, where possible.
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Vehicle PursuitsWho is responsible for broadcasting the progress of the pursuit and also coordiante any subsequent foot chase?
Primary unit, then secondarySame thing goes for the third unit if the primary and secondary cannot continue the pursuit.
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Vehicle PursuitsOfficers discontinuing from a pursuit will do so via?
Radio
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Vehicle PursuitsThree things supervisors are required to do when they are notified of a pursuit:
27. Immediately acknowledge notification over the radio, “I am supervising this pursuit,” and assume responsibility for controlling pursuit tactics and continuing the pursuit.28. Order discontinuation of the pursuit when the necessity for apprehension is outweighed by the dangers of the pursuit.29. Consider use of PIT and/or Stop Sticks.
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Vehicle PursuitsShould a Lt. Take over control of a pursuit from a sergeant?
Lt will allow area field supervisor to remain in control of the pursuit and limit radio traffic that may cause confusion regarding supervision of the pursuit; the lieutenant should refrain from radio communication unless they are going to countermand the supervisor in control of the pursuit.
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Vehicle PursuitsPursuits leaving Clark County will be discontinued unless approved by?
LVMPD on-duty watch commander or field lieutenant
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Vehicle Pursuits2. When a pursuit leaves Clark County, officers and supervisors will re-evaluate the pursuit to include consideration of the following factors
a. How long pursuit has lasted.b. Whether assistance is needed from another agency.c. Whether communication can be maintained.d. All the factors set forth in the policy as to whether the pursuit can be conducted in reasonable safety and in compliance with state law and policy
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Vehicle PursuitsWhat's the violation?An officer(or supervisor) is chasing a triple murder suspect that enters another jurisdiction. The officer is unfamiliar with the area and asks the local agency to take the primary position in the pursuit.
3. The pursuing officer or a supervisor may request assistance from another agency. If such a request is made, officers or the supervisors will not request an officer from another agency to actively join in the pursuit; however, other appropriate forms of assistance may be requested.
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Vehicle PursuitsMay LVMPD officers self assign themselves to join a pursuit they witness being conducted by another agency?
NOOfficers are prohibited from entering into pursuits that were initiated by another jurisdiction or law enforcement agency unless assigned to the pursuit by a supervisor
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Vehicle PursuitsSupervisors will not allow LVMPD officers to join another agencies pursuit unless the other agency: (2)
1. Assistance is requested by the initiating agency, 2. They provide sufficient information, including the crime the suspects are believed to have committed so that a supervisor can determine if the pursuit is in compliance with the provisions of this policy
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Vehicle PursuitsIf another agencies pursuit is in LVMPD area but does not meet our criteria - what may a supervisor authorize?
A supervisor may authorize officer(s) to drive in routine operation toward the area of the pursuit to be in a relatively good position to render back up and other aid once the pursuit vehicle is stopped.
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Vehicle PursuitsT/F: Because different agencies have their own pursuit polices, LVMPD supervisors have a greater degree of flexibility when monitoring the involvement of LVMPD officers role in OJ pursuits.
FalseLVMPD field supervisors will monitor and control the department’s role in such pursuits exactly as they would any other pursuit.
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Vehicle PursuitsPatrol officers arriving on a suspected DUI who is asleep at the wheel while sitting in traffic should consider placing a tire deflation device next to the drivers wheels to prevent the driver from waking up and fleeing in the vehicle.
False. Pre-Deployment of Tire Deflation Devices is authorized for use only by specialized units
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Vehicle PursuitsOfficer(s) deploying tire deflation devices must: (6)
1) Be directly assisting another unit that is engaged in a vehicular pursuit.2) Determine a suitable location estimated to be in the path of the target vehicle.3) Notify Communications and pursuing officers of the exact location the devices are going to be deployed. 4) Position themselves where sight lines and distances are such that officers can properly observe the target vehicle as it approaches.5) Choose a location with some concealing barrier: buildings, natural barrier, patrol vehicles, or any other type of stationary object. These barriers will be used to conceal the deploying officer from the target’s view and allow deployment of the device from a position of safety.6) Retract the tire deflation devices from the roadway surface in an attempt to avoid causing any unnecessary damages after a target vehicle has successfully driven over the tire deflation devices or driven by the device.
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Vehicle PursuitsOfficers will NOT deploy a tire deflation device:
7) As part of a pre-pursuit deployment tactic. 8) When transporting prisoners or other non-police personnel.9) When fleeing suspects have demonstrated a clear intent to injure officers using the fleeing vehicle or other deadly weapon, unless effective cover is available at the deployment location.10) As a weapon or deploy on bridges, in roadway curves, in or around roadway construction, or any location where the deploying officer feels that it would be too dangerous because of vehicular or pedestrian movement.11) To slow or stop any of the following vehicles, unless the use of deadly force would be justified:a) Motorcycle, moped, or any other two- or three-wheeled vehicle. atv, transporting hazmat/445
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Vehicle PursuitsIf an officer accidently damages an innocent citizens vehicle with stop sticks, what steps must be done?
WC must repsond:a) Offer the citizen alternative transportation, if available and necessary.b) Offer to tow the damaged vehicle at department expense, using the duty service, to an LVMPD contract repair facility, or if the citizen insists, to a facility of the citizen’s choice, or repair/replacement at the earliest opportunity.c) Inform the Risk Manager, via Communications, of the damage and location where the vehicle will be towed. The Risk Manager will determine if a response is necessary.d) Instruct the citizen to contact the Risk Manager the next work day to arrange reimbursement.e) The tire deflation device must be repaired or replaced after deployment
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Vehicle PursuitsMembers driving department SUV-type vehicles are not authorized to use PIT... what is the exception?
Community Policing Division or Tourist Safety Division marked Ford Explorer SUV.
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Vehicle PursuitsA suspects vehicle has no tires on its rims and is travelling at 35MPH. The lack of tires came from 401 damage on a curb and NOT from a tire deflation device.Is this deadly force?
NO (not automatically)"PIT may be used to apprehend violators at speeds 40 mph and below after the tires have been deflated as a result of a tire-deflation device and do not meet the criteria for PIT as deadly force"Although common, policy provides no account for such a scenario and only mentions a tire deflation device used on a vehicle travelling less than 40MPH
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Vehicle PursuitsWhen is PIT deadly force?
a. PIT at a speed of over 40 mph.b. PIT used on motorcycles.c. PIT used on high center of gravity vehicles likely to roll over, such as vans, SUVs, and Jeeps.d. Circumstances which create a substantial risk of death or serious bodily injury (MALCOLMS NOTE: This may apply to the vehicle with no tires running on the rims)
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Vehicle PursuitsWhat are the three factors which would justify a DF PIT?
1) Continued movement of the pursued vehicle would place others in danger of bodily harm or death; and/or2) Apparent risk of harm, to other than the occupants of the pursued vehicle, is so great as to outweigh the risk of harm in making the forcible stop; and3) Other means of apprehension have been considered and rejected as impractical, i.e., continue to follow, stop sticks, call for the air unit.
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Vehicle PursuitsWho completes the blue team for DF use of PIT or ramming?
CIRT
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Vehicle PursuitsWhen does PIT become a reportable UOF and require a BT?
Successful uses, attempts and/or declared uses
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Vehicle PursuitsPO attempts to ram a suspect vehicle but misses and smashes his own patrol car into a wall - is this a reportable UOF?
a. PIT (successful uses, attempts and/or declared uses) and vehicle ramming are considered reportable force and must be reported by completing the Use of Force Report and Pursuit Report in Blue Team.Does not say anything about attempted use of ramming
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Vehicle PursuitsOfficer is in a pursuit and PITs the suspect - how many blue teams?
2One for the pursuit and a separate one for the PIT.(this is actually covered in the UOF with a vehicle policy)
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Vehicle PursuitsIf stop sticks were deployed, where is their use documented?
In the pursuit report
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Vehicle PursuitsPIT is an intentional UOF and does not require the completion of a NHP-5 - what is the only exception?
When the PIT causes third party damage
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Vehicle PursuitsWho reviews a pursuit report (apart from your own chain)
Shift Lt's
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Vehicle PursuitsT/F:At the conclusion of any vehicular pursuit, high-risk stop procedures will be used by all officers present when practical
True.Duh
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SOCIAL MEDIA Public employees are public servants and are entrusted with the public trust. Because of this public trust, law enforcement personnel are held to a higher standard of professionalism than private citizens. Law enforcement personnel must work hard to gain the trust and confidence of the community they serve. Department members must give thoughtful consideration to their actions to avoid liability for the department due to potentially negative consequences of a members irresponsible social media posts.
CORRECT VERSION:Public employees are public servants and are entrusted with the public trust. Because of this public trust, law enforcement personnel are held to a higher standard of professionalism than private citizens. Law enforcement personnel must work hard to gain the trust and confidence of the community they serve. Department members must give thoughtful consideration to their actions to avoid DAMAGING THE REPUTATION AND TRUST THE DEPARTMENT HAS WITHIN THE COMMUNITY
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HARASSMENT AND DISCRIMINATIONAll supervisors and managers shall ensure that all members are treated in accordance with these guidelines. Every commissioned member of the department, regardless of rank, title or position, shall be held responsible for compliance with this policy.Complaints of harassment and/or discrimination or sexual harassment are taken seriously and will be dealt with quickly, properly, independently, and fairly. Where harassment and/or discrimination is found to have occurred, the section or unit where it occurred will act immediately to stop the harassment and/or discrimination, to prevent its recurrence, to remedy its effects, if any, and to counsel those responsible.
CORRECT VERSIONAll supervisors and managers shall ensure that all members are treated in accordance with these guidelines. Every member of the department, COMMISSIONED AND VICILLIAN, regardless of rank, title or position, shall be held responsiblefor compliance with this policy.Complaints of harassment and/or discrimination or sexual harassment are taken seriously and will be dealt with PROMPTLY, THOROUGHLY, IMPARTIALLY, and EQUITABLY. Where harassment and/or discrimination is found to have occurred, the section or unit where it occurred will act immediately to stop the harassment and/or discrimination, to prevent its recurrence, to remedy its effects, if any, and to DISCLIPLINE those responsible.
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MOVEIt is the policy of this department to investigate all legitimate complaints of on duty employee misconduct, including harassment and discrimination, to ensure effective measures to manage employee performance and conduct, and assure the public’s trust. This policy identifies how a complaint of employee misconduct will be received, investigated, and adjudicated. It is not a substitute for coaching, counseling, mentoring, or mediation to improveperformance. All references to complaints or investigations within this procedure will be construed as complaints or investigations of employee misconduct as defined in Civil Service Rule (CSR) 510.
CORRECT VERSION:It is the policy of this department to investigate ALL COMPLAINTS of employee misconduct, including harassment and discrimination, WHETHER ON OR OFF DUTY, to ensure effective measures to manage employee performance and conduct, and assure the public’s trust. This policy identifies how a complaint of employee misconduct will be received, investigated, and adjudicated. It is not a substitute for coaching, counseling, mentoring, or mediation to improveperformance. All references to complaints or investigations within this procedure will be construed as complaints or investigations of employee misconduct as defined in Civil Service Rule (CSR) 510.
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EIIP:The Early Identification and Intervention Program (EIIP) is the LVMPD’s non-disciplinary approach to addressingemployee performance problems; EIIP part of the Internal Affairs Bureau (IAB) process, the department’s administrative investigative system, and Labor Relations, which oversees employee discipline. EIIP is considered a Department of Justice (DOJ) best practice of police administration and is also a Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) requirement.
CORRECT:The Early Identification and Intervention Program (EIIP) is the LVMPD’s non-disciplinary approach to addressingemployee performance problems; EIIP is DISTINCTLY DIFFERENT from the Internal Affairs Bureau (IAB) process, the department’s administrative investigative system, and Labor Relations, which oversees employee discipline. EIIP is considered a Department of Justice (DOJ) best practice of police administration and is also a Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) requirement.
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EIIPEIIP is part of the department’s larger effort to support and improve employee productivity. EIIP is designed to track various indicators and provide chains of command early identification of officers whose performance indicates emerging problems. This is done so that supervisors can intervene in a productive way and address these trends or patterns before they turn into employee misconduct. EIIP is also designed to help officers improve their performance. Any supervisory action taken to this end is formal, flexible, and confidential.
CORRECT:EIIP is part of the department’s larger effort to support and improve employee PERFORMANCE. EIIP is designed to track various indicators and provide chains of command early identification of officers whose performance indicates emerging problems. This is done so that supervisors can intervene in a productive way and address these trends or patterns before they turn into employee misconduct. EIIP is also designed to help officers improve their performance. Any supervisory action taken to this end is INFORMAL, flexible, and confidential.
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CRIM VIOL BY LE EMP'SAllegations of criminal violations by a LVMPD employee are serious and must be handled expediently and judiciously. The goal of the Criminal Investigations Section is to conduct objective, fair, impartial, and complete investigations into reports of criminal misconduct by law enforcement employees; thus demonstrating LVMPD's commitment to the general public by exhibiting an equal standard of accountability for law enforcement employees found to be engaging in criminal activity. Allegations of criminal misconduct may originate from outside complaints which fall within the scope of criminal violations.
CORRECTAllegations of criminal violations by ANY LAW ENFORCEMENT EMPLOYEE (REGARDLESS OF JURISDICTION) are serious and must be handled expediently and judiciously. The goal of the Criminal Investigations Section is to conduct objective, fair, impartial, and complete investigations into reports of criminal misconduct by law enforcement employees; thus demonstrating LVMPD's commitment to the general public by exhibiting an equal standard of accountability for law enforcement employees found to be engaging in criminal activity. Allegations of criminal misconduct may originate from citizen complaints or INTERNAL SOURCES which fall within the scope of criminal violations.
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DISPATCH OF UNITS ON 421 CALLS:It is the policy of this department that patrol units will be dispatched on “routine” 421 (sick or injured person) calls. Routine calls include, but are not limited to: injuries from falls or accidents, general illness, heart attacks, accidental shootings, and accidental overdoses.
CORRECT:It is the policy of this department that patrol units will NOT be dispatched on “routine” 421 (sick or injured person) calls, unless the responding medical service so requests. Routine calls include, but are not limited to: injuries from falls or accidents, general illness, heart attacks, and accidental overdoses.WE WILL GO TO ACCIDENTAL SHOOTINGS
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DISPATCH OF UNITS ON 421 CALLS:In medical emergencies, patients will be transported by ambulance or other medical conveyances. Escorting civilian vehicles under emergency circumstances is extremely dangerous and must be avoided. All emergency escorts must be conducted in accordance with LVMPD 5/207.00, Driving/Vehicle Procedures – Section 6. If the injured person is suffering from a potential life threatening injury or substantial head trauma, an Incident Crime Report (sick or injured person) and photographs may be taken to document the details of the event. If officers arrive on a call where a resident, or person responsible for the structure, is transported the responsibility for securing the property shall lie with the next of kin or other responsible party.
CORRECT:In medical emergencies, patients SHOULD only be transported by ambulance or other medical conveyances. Escorting civilian vehicles under emergency circumstances is extremely dangerous and must be avoided. All emergency escorts must be conducted in accordance with LVMPD 5/207.00, Driving/Vehicle Procedures – Section 6. If the injured person is suffering from a potential life threatening injury or substantial head trauma, an Incident Crime Report (sick or injured person) and photographs WILL be taken to document the details of the event. If officers arrive on a call where a resident, or person responsible for the structure, is transported and there is no other responsible party to care for the structure, THE OFFICER should secure the structure (by locking it) or request dispatch to call the on-call company to secure the structure (if the officer is not able to secure it properly).
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DOG ENCOUNTERS:When receiving a call regarding an unsecured dog, the officer will inquire of the person reporting if the dog is known to the area and, if so, if the dog owner’s residence is known and supply this information to the responding officer. Upon arriving at a vicious and/or aggressive animal call, officers may verify with Communications that animal control has been advised and is en-route. If possible, officers will attempt to slow the action and wait for the arrival of animal control before engaging the animal. If necessary, officers will attempt to follow the dog at a safe distance on foot or in a vehicle to be able to direct the animal control officer to the location of the dog.Officers will not intentionally approach a vicious and/or aggressive dog unless the dog is attacking, or the officer believes it is preparing to attack the officer, another human, or another animal. The primary concern in this type of an incident is the animals safety. The protection of officers, citizens and animals from an attack as well as the force option used is paramount.
CORRECT:When receiving a call regarding an unsecured dog, COMMUNICATIONS will inquire of the person reporting if the dog is known to the area and, if so, if the dog owner’s residence is known and supply this information to the responding officer. Upon arriving at a vicious and/or aggressive animal call, officers WILL verify with Communications that animal control has been advised and is en-route. If possible, officers will attempt to slow the action and wait for the arrival of animal control before engaging the animal. If necessary, officers will attempt to follow the dog at a safe distance on foot or in a vehicle to be able to direct the animal control officer to the location of the dog.Officers will not intentionally approach a vicious and/or aggressive dog unless the dog is attacking, or the officer believes it is preparing to attack the officer, another human, or another animal. The primary concern in this type of an incident IS SAFETY The protection of officers, citizens and animals from an attack as well as the force option used is paramount.
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STAR PROTOCOL“For police, the role of the first-line supervisor is critically important. The sooner supervisors arrive at the scene, the more likely they can contain it, ‘slow it down,’ and avoid the temptation to feel that immediate action is always required.” -PERF NOTE: For purpose of this policy, “armed” will mean the suspect has a firearm.
CORRECT:“For police, the role of the first-line supervisor is critically important. The sooner supervisors arrive at the scene, the more likely they can contain it, ‘slow it down,’ and avoid the temptation to feel that immediate action is always required.” -PERF NOTE: For purpose of this policy, “armed” will mean the suspect has a firearm OR OTHER DANGEROUS WEAPON
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GENERAL FITNESS FOR DUTY:All department members are required to be alert and free from impairment caused by alcohol, or any other substance or compound throughout their tour of duty. Members may not ingest, possess, manufacture, distribute, or dispense any illicit drug while employed by the LVMPD, Members may be impaired while on-duty when it is the result of a medically authorized and department-approved prescription medication. Members are responsible for managing their various medications to ensure that their ability to make decisions and perform appropriately is not compromised. It is the health details duty to consult with their physician to determine if medication will impair the member's ability to perform the essential functions of their job and to report such medications to the member.
CORRECT:All department members are required to be alert and free from impairment caused by DRUGS, alcohol, or any other substance or compound throughout their tour of duty. Members may not ingest, possess, manufacture, distribute, or dispense any illicit drug while employed by the LVMPD, EITHER ON OR OFF DUTY. Members may NOT be impaired while on-duty even when it is the result of a medically authorized and department-approved prescription medication. Members are responsible for managing their various medications to ensure that their ability to make decisions and perform appropriately is not compromised. It is the MEMBERS duty to consult with their physician to determine if medication will impair the member's ability to perform the essential functions of their job and to report such medications to the HEALTH DETAIL.
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SEARCH AND SEIZEIt is the policy of the department to generally adhere to the Constitution of the United States, specifically the Fourth Amendment, which states:The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers and effects against reasonable searches and seizures shall not be violated and no Warrants shall issue but upon probable cause supported by Oath or affirmation and particularly describing the place to be searched and the persons or things to be seized.The Fourth Amendment protects an expectation of privacy that must be both: (1) reasonable; and (2) legitimate. The rules in this policy apply to all interactions between police and all persons who are United States citizens.
CORRECT:It is the policy of the department to STRICTLY adhere to the Constitution of the United States, specifically the Fourth Amendment, which states:The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers and effects against UNREASONABLE searches and seizures shall not be violated and no Warrants shall issue but upon probable cause supported by Oath or affirmation and particularly describing the place to be searched and the persons or things to be seized.The Fourth Amendment protects an expectation of privacy that must be both: (1) reasonable; and (2) legitimate. The rules in this policy apply to all interactions between police and persons within the United States, REGARDLESS of citizenship status.
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MISPERSIt is the policy of the department to conduct prompt missing persons investigations to ascertain the possibility of a criminal act, to quickly initiate searches to reduce the possibility of harm to missing persons and to return missing, runaway, abandoned, or abducted children to their families as soon as possible or to the appropriate facility, if they are victims of crimes in the home.GENERALThe Missing Persons Detail has the primary responsibility for follow–up investigations on all missing persons, whether juvenile or adult. In compliance with the National Child Search Assistance Act of 1990 (as amended), LVMPD will require a waiting period to make a missing persons report. Entry into NCIC will be made under the following circumstances:1. All juveniles, 17 years old and younger, will be entered into NCIC within four hours of receiving the required minimum data elements.2. Missing persons 18 through 20 years old (even though legally considered adults) will also be immediately entered into NCIC in accordance with the federally mandated Suzanne’s Law within three hours of receiving the required minimum data elements.
CORRECT:It is the policy of the department to conduct THOROUGH missing persons investigations to ascertain the possibility of a criminal act, to quickly initiate searches to reduce the possibility of harm to missing persons and to return missing, runaway, abandoned, or abducted children to their families as soon as possible or to the appropriate facility, if they are victims of crimes in the home.GENERALThe Missing Persons Detail has the primary responsibility for follow–up investigations on all missing persons, whether juvenile or adult. In compliance with the National Child Search Assistance Act of 1990 (as amended), LVMPD will NOT require ANY waiting period to make a missing persons report. Entry into NCIC will be made under the following circumstances:1. All juveniles, 17 years old and younger, will be entered into NCIC within TWO hours of receiving the required minimum data elements.2. Missing persons 18 through 20 years old (even though legally considered adults) will also be immediately entered into NCIC in accordance with the federally mandated Suzanne’s Law within TWOhours of receiving the required minimum data elements.
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CRIME SCENE INVESTIGATIONS:The reasons for conducting crime scene investigations are: to document, and collect evidence that tends to prove a criminal offense has been committed and to identify the party or parties responsible.PRELIMINARY INVESTIGATIONSThe responsibility for conducting the preliminary investigation normally lies with patrol detectives.When a patrol detective arrives on the scene in a supervisory capacity, he will assume the responsibility for evaluating circumstances and directing and coordinating the efforts of those officers assigned.Some crimes and incidents, because of their complexity, require expertise and time that the patrol officer may not have. To ensure these types of crimes receive the proper investigation, the patrol officer or supervisor assumes the responsibility for evaluating all circumstances related to the investigation and determines the need to request assistance from a detective. When the crime involves a dignitary or politician the special investigations section lieutenant or designee will be notified.Patrol officers will begin the preliminary investigation and brief a supervisor when detectives are responding to assume investigative responsibility. A patrol supervisor should respond and either provide the briefing to detectives or will designate an officer to provide the briefing to detectives.
CORRECT:The reasons for conducting crime scene investigations are: to IDENTIFY, document, and collect evidence that tends to prove OR DISPROVE a criminal offense has been committed and to identify the party or parties responsible.PRELIMINARY INVESTIGATIONSThe responsibility for conducting the preliminary investigation normally lies with the patrol OFFICER. Since the patrol officer is generally the first officer to arrive on the scene of nearly all major crimes, it is his responsibility to evaluate the circumstances and take immediate, decisive action.When a patrol OFFICER arrives on the scene in a supervisory capacity, he will assume the responsibility for evaluating circumstances and directing and coordinating the efforts of those officers assigned.Some crimes and incidents, because of their complexity, require expertise and time that the patrol officer may not have. To ensure these types of crimes receive the proper investigation, the patrol officer or supervisor assumes the responsibility for evaluating all circumstances related to the investigation and determines the need to request assistance from a detective. When the crime involves a dignitary or politician the CRIMINAL INTELLIGENCE SECTION lieutenant or designee will be notified.Patrol officers will begin the preliminary investigation and brief a supervisor when detectives are responding to assume investigative responsibility. A patrol supervisor should respond and either provide the briefing to detectives or will designate an officer to provide the briefing to detectives.
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WITNESS IDENTIFICATION:It is the policy of this department that when eyewitness identification is used as an investigative tool, officers shall adhere to the procedures set forth in order to maximize the reliability of identifications, minimize unjust accusations of innocent persons and to establish evidence that is reliable and in conformance with established legal procedure. This policy pertains especially to photo line-ups, line-ups, and show-ups. If a video and/or audio recording is used for any line-up, the officer conducting the line-up will impound the recording per LVMPD 5/210.02, Booking Evidence and Property. Mug books generated by officers may be shown to witnesses for identification purposes, if approved by the District Attorney’s Office.
CORRECT:It is the policy of this department that when eyewitness identification is used as an investigative tool, officers shall adhere to the procedures set forth in order to maximize the reliability of identifications, minimize unjust accusations of innocent persons and to establish evidence that is reliable and in conformance with established legal procedure. This policy pertains especially to photo line-ups, line-ups, and show-ups. If a video and/or audio recording is used for any line-up, the officer conducting the line-up will impound the recording per LVMPD 5/210.02, Booking Evidence and Property. Mug books generated by officers WILL NOT not be shown to witnesses for identification purposes, unless specifically REQUESTED by the District Attorney’s Office.
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DRIVING PROCEDURES:The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department must lead by example. Our driving expertise and our attitude toward road safety must be exemplary. We have an obligation to our community and to ourselves to ensure that we think and act with safety in mind while promoting a professional image. Emergency vehicles have right of way but department members will operate police vehicles reasonably and always with due regard for the rights and safety of others at all times and regardless of circumstances. Police vehicle operation shall be within the law. Irresponsible, careless and reckless driving is prohibited.
CORRECT:The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department must lead by example. Our driving expertise and our attitude toward road safety must be exemplary. We have an obligation to our community and to ourselves to ensure that we think and act with safety in mind while promoting a professional image. Emergency vehicles DO NOT have ABSOLUTE right of way and department members WILL operate police vehicles reasonably and always with due regard for the rights and safety of others at all times and regardless of circumstances. Police vehicle operation shall be within the law. Irresponsible, careless and reckless driving is prohibited.
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AUTH FA + EQUIPMENT:Effective November 1, 2007, the LVMPD will no longer provide department owned handguns for permanent use in the performance of duty. All department members whose position within the department requires them to carry a firearm (police and corrections officers, police and corrections recruits, and some civilian positions) in the performance of their duties must provide their handgun (or obtain a confiscated, cleared handgun per LVMPD 5/208.27, Conversion of Firearms for Department Use) which complies with the approved handgun standards in this directive. Department members currently in possession of a department issued handgun may retain possession of the handgun into their retirement or reclassification to a new position which does not require them to carry a weapon. Civilian members can obtain authorization for carrying a handgun initially and change to a different handgun by following the procedure below entitled "Authorization for Handguns."
CORRECT:Effective November 1, 2007, the LVMPD will no longer provide department owned handguns for permanent use in the performance of duty. All department members whose position within the department requires them to carry a firearm (police and corrections officers, police and corrections recruits, and some civilian positions) in the performance of their duties must provide their handgun (or obtain a confiscated, cleared handgun per LVMPD 5/208.27, Conversion of Firearms for Department Use) which complies with the approved handgun standards in this directive. Department members currently in possession of a department issued handgun may retain possession of the handgun UNTIL their retirement or reclassification to a new position which does not require them to carry a weapon. Civilian members can obtain authorization for carrying a handgun initially and change to a different handgun by following the procedure below entitled "Authorization for Handguns."
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VOICE RADIO COMMS:It is the policy of this department to utilize and enforce uniform communications procedures to enhance the safety of members in field operations, to ensure the most effective use of the fixed and mobile communications systems, and to conform to applicable regulations. PROCEDUREThe Communications Bureau is a full partner in providing police services through Community Oriented Policing and Problem Solving.Since this department uses the 400 series incident codes and other valley agencies also use these codes. For operational security, common English will not be used while communicating in the various modes, including car-to-car and dispatch-to-dispatch, during these agency interactions.These instructions are not absolute and a degree of flexibility does exist in emergency situations.
CORRECT:It is the policy of this department to utilize and enforce uniform communications procedures to enhance the safety of members in field operations, to ensure the most effective use of the fixed and mobile communications systems, and to conform to applicable regulations. PROCEDUREThe Communications Bureau is a full partner in providing police services through Community Oriented Policing and Problem Solving.Since this department uses the 400 series incident codes and other agencies may use OTHER codes, common English or clear speech (in conjunction with common codes) WILL BE used while communicating in the various modes, including car-to-car and dispatch-to-dispatch, during these agency interactions.These instructions are not absolute and a degree of flexibility does exist in emergency situations.
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PENDING CALLS FOR SERVICE:Emergency calls will be dispatched to on shift units up to 45 minutes prior to the conclusion of their shift. This applies to all shifts. The area supervisor will be notified immediately of emergency calls that are pending. If no patrol units are available, Communications will dispatch the area supervisor to the emergency.The Communications Bureau will dispatch shift units to routine calls (including report calls) up to sixty minutes before the conclusion of their shift. Report calls will not be held for a Cadet or Patrol Services Representative unit when area units are clear and not responding to higher priority calls. The channel dispatcher will make every attempt to dispatch the call as soon as possible. The dispatcher will advise the area sergeant of all calls holding in excess of 90 minutes via telephone call or radio broadcast and update the event to reflect the notification. Once a sergeant has been advised of calls holding in excess of 90 minutes, the area sergeant will monitor the call in question. If the call continues to hold in excess of 120 minutes, it is the responsibility of the area sergeant to contact the person reporting and advises of the extended delay and/or offer other possible resolutions, i.e. hold for next available unit or request a unit from a neighboring area to assist.
CORRECT:Emergency calls will be dispatched to on shift units up TO THE CONCLUSION of their shift. This applies to all shifts. The area supervisor will be notified immediately of emergency calls that are pending. If no patrol units are available, Communications will dispatch the area supervisor to the emergency.The Communications Bureau will dispatch shift units to routine calls (including report calls) up to FORTY FIVE minutes before the conclusion of their shift. Report calls will not be held for a Cadet or Patrol Services Representative unit when area units are clear and not responding to higher priority calls. The channel dispatcher will make every attempt to dispatch the call as soon as possible. The dispatcher will advise the area sergeant of all calls holding in excess of SIXTY minutes via telephone call or radio broadcast and update the event to reflect the notification. Once a sergeant has been advised of calls holding in excess of SIXTY minutes, the area sergeant will monitor the call in question. If the call continues to hold in excess of NINETY minutes, it is the responsibility of the area sergeant to contact the person reporting and advises of the extended delay and/or offer other possible resolutions, i.e. hold for next available unit or request a unit from a neighboring area to assist.
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BWC:It is the policy of the department to respect the legitimate privacy interests of citizens and visitors of Clark County, while ensuring professionalism in its work force.Body Worn Cameras (BWC) are an effective tool to preserve factual representations of officer-citizen interactions. BWC are effective in capturing video and audio evidence for use in criminal and internal investigations, enhancing officer training and reducing agency liability.
CORRECT:It is the policy of the department to respect the legitimate privacy interests of citizens and visitors of Clark County, while ensuring professionalism in its work force.Body Worn Cameras (BWC) are an effective tool to preserve factual representations of officer-citizen interactions. BWC are effective in capturing video and audio evidence for use in criminal and internal investigations, enhancing officer training, and ENSURING PUBLIC TRUST.
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BOOKING EVIDENCE AND PROPERTY:It is the policy of this department that members will not, except in specified circumstances, retain in their personal possession or control any items of evidence, found property, items impounded for safekeeping, recovered or seized items. These items will be properly booked, packaged, and unless a sergeant approves it, sealed before being deposited in the evidence system before the end of the member's shift.
CORRECT:It is the policy of this department that members will not, except in specified circumstances, retain in their personal possession or control any items of evidence, found property, items impounded for safekeeping, recovered or seized items. These items will be properly booked, packaged, and sealed before being deposited in the evidence system before the end of the member's shift.NOTHING ABOUT SUPERVISORY APPROVAL.
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FFE:The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department is committed to protecting property, and rights, while providing the best in public safety and service. This includes those individuals exercising their First Amendment right to peacefully assemble. In these situations, it shall be the policy of this department to consider and ensure the safety of the general public, and the officers involved. There are circumstances where individuals use locking devices to attempt to prevent being taken into custody. In their interaction with locked protestors, officers will remain neutral, non-antagonistic, and professional at all times in their response. It is not always the case that the protestors are violating the law and/or must be taken into custody or that police action must be taken.
CORRECT:The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department is committed to protecting PEOPLE, their property, and rights, while providing the best in public safety and service. This includes those individuals exercising their First Amendment right to peacefully assemble. In these situations, it shall be the policy of this department to consider and ensure the safety of the general public, THE PROTESTERS, and the officers involved. There are circumstances where individuals use locking devices to attempt to prevent being taken into custody. In their interaction with locked protestors, officers will remain neutral, non-antagonistic, and professional at all times in their response. It is not always the case that the protestors are violating the law and/or must be taken into custody or that police action must be taken.
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FOOT PURSUITS:It is the policy of this department that officers may engage subjects in foot pursuit if certain factors are present that warrant the apprehension of a subject attempting to flee. Foot pursuits are inherently dangerous and require physical fitness, sound tactics and heightened safety awareness. The purpose of foot pursuit is to apprehend a subject who refuses to voluntarily comply with an officer’s lawful order to stop fleeing.DEFINITIONSFoot Pursuit: An incident where an officer chases, on foot, a subject who is attempting to avoid being taken into custody.Apprehension: The isolation of a subject within a confined/controlled area, large or small, with the intent of preventing the subject’s escape.Containment: The pursuit of subject(s) wherein the intent of the pursuing officer(s) is to take the subject(s) into custody as quickly as possible.
CORRECT:It is the policy of this department that officers may engage subjects in foot pursuit if certain factors are present that warrant the apprehension of a subject attempting to flee. Foot pursuits are inherently dangerous and require GOOD JUDGEMENT, sound tactics and heightened safety awareness. The purpose of foot pursuit is to apprehend a subject who refuses to voluntarily comply with an officer’s lawful order to stop fleeing.DEFINITIONSFoot Pursuit An incident where an officer chases, on foot, a subject who is attempting to avoid being taken into custody.APPREHENSION: The pursuit of subject(s) wherein the intent of the pursuing officer(s) is to take the subject(s) into custody as quickly as possible. CONTAINMENT: The isolation of a subject within a confined/controlled area, large or small, with the intent of preventing the subject’s escape.
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BOMB THREATS:The FBI is responsible for investigations resulting from all located explosive, and other similar events pertaining to certain acts relating to terrorism, including weapons of mass destruction, biological agents, chemical agents, radioactive agents and other lethal agents, toxins and delivery systems; that threaten the security of our community. Emergency Operations Bureau in coordination with LVMPD’s federal partners maintains intelligence information on such activities. Emergency Operations Bureau ARMOR Section will act as a liaison, under certain situations, to investigative units, FBI and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF). Presidential Directive 39 (P.D.D. 39) assigns the ATF as the primary agency for all terrorist incidents. The FBI will investigate all bomb threats and extortions with the use of bombs, as well as all found or suspected devices.
CORRECT:EOB, All Hazard Multi-Agency Operations and Response (ARMOR) Section, is responsible for investigations resulting from all located explosive, and other similar events pertaining to certain acts relating to terrorism, including weapons of mass destruction, biological agents, chemical agents, radioactive agents and other lethal agents, toxins and delivery systems; that threaten the security of our community. Emergency Operations Bureau in coordination with LVMPD’s federal partners maintains intelligence information on such activities. Emergency Operations Bureau ARMOR Section will act as a liaison, under certain situations, to investigative units, FBI and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF). Presidential Directive 39 (P.D.D. 39) assigns the FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATIONS (FBI) as the primary agency for all terrorist incidents. ARMOR will investigate all bomb threats and extortions with the use of bombs, as well as all found or suspected devices.
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ALL HAZARD:It is the policy of this department to provide for the allocation and deployment of personnel and equipment, when it is determined that a situation(s) or threat(s) exist where lives are in imminent danger, such as natural and man-made disasters and civil disturbances, or any other complex incident or emergency that will require a major commitment of department, city, county, state and/or federal resources for an extended period of time. Such incidents may require additional response by units from neighboring area commands outside the immediate area command of the scene of the incident. A flexible response protocol is required to control the number of units en-route and arriving, provide safe ingress/egress, and accountability of supervisors to control officers once at the incident. In the aftermath of a large-scale event in which the department conducts a joint investigation with federal partners, LVMPD personnel, as designated by the Sheriff, will immediately integrate with the FBI allowing for shared information and resources.
CORRECT:It is the policy of this department to provide for the allocation and deployment of personnel and equipment, when it is determined that a situation(s) or threat(s) exist where lives are in imminent danger, such as natural and man-made disasters and civil disturbances, or any other complex incident or emergency that will require a major commitment of department, city, county, state and/or federal resources for an extended period of time. Such incidents may require additional response by units from neighboring area commands outside the immediate area command of the scene of the incident. A STRUCTURED response protocol is required to control the number of units en-route and arriving, provide safe ingress/egress, and accountability of supervisors to control officers once at the incident. In the aftermath of a large-scale event in which the department conducts a joint investigation with federal partners, LVMPD personnel, as designated by the UNDERSHERIFF, will immediately integrate with the FBI allowing for shared information and resources.
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HOSTAGE PLAN: In hostage situations, it shall be the policy of this department to consider the lives of the hostages, civilians, hostage taker and officers involved to be of the utmost importance, and whenever possible, to enhance the prospects of rapidly resolving the incident through communications with the suspect, to develop and maintain the ability to use alternative approaches to resolve the incident should communications fail, and to make every reasonable effort to effect the safe release of the hostages.
CORRECT: In hostage situations, it shall be the policy of this department to consider the lives of the hostages, civilians, and officers involved to be of the utmost importance, and whenever possible, to enhance the prospects of PEACEFULLY resolving the incident through communications with the suspect, to develop and maintain the ability to use alternative approaches to resolve the incident should communications fail, and to make every reasonable effort to effect the safe release of the hostages. NOTHING ABOUT THE HOSTAGE TAKER
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BARRICADED SUBJECT PLAN:In barricaded subject situations, it shall be the policy of this department to consider the lives of the innocent civilians and officers involved to be of the utmost importance, and whenever possible, to enhance the prospects of rapidly resolving the incident through communication with the suspect, and to develop and maintain the ability to use alternative approaches to resolve the incident.Nothing in this plan shall preclude the use of necessary force, deadly or otherwise (including chemical agents) by members of this department in protecting themselves and others from death and serious injury.The field Lt. in whose area an incident occurs shall be in primary command of all police operations in a barricade situation. The CNT commander will provide the patrol division supervisor with tactical options to affect a resolution to the incident.Subjects that are suicidal and pose an immediate or demonstrated threat to the public to just themselves will not be handled as barricaded subjects. Current tactical options that include low lethality methods may be considered based on the level of danger to the general public the subject poses.
CORRECT:In barricaded subject situations, it shall be the policy of this department to consider the lives of the innocent civilians and officers involved to be of the utmost importance, and whenever possible, to enhance the prospects of PEACEFULLY resolving the incident through communication with the suspect, and to develop and maintain the ability to use alternative approaches to resolve the incident.Nothing in this plan shall preclude the use of necessary force, deadly or otherwise (including chemical agents) by members of this department in protecting themselves and others from death and serious injury.The patrol supervisor in whose area an incident occurs shall be in primary command of all police operations in a barricade situation. The SWAT Commander will provide the patrol division supervisor with tactical options to affect a resolution to the incident.Subjects that are suicidal and pose an immediate or demonstrated threat to the PUBLIC WILL BE be handled as barricaded subjects. Current tactical options that include low lethality methods may be considered based on the level of danger to the general public the subject poses.
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CBRNE:The ATF is designated as the lead agency for all WMD/CBRNE incidents (Presidential Decision Directive 39 - PDD39). LVMPD personnel will assist in securing the scene and preserving evidence and will not enter a contaminated area unless for life safety. ARMOR personnel will conduct sampling, testing, mitigation and evidence collection according to the ATF's twelve step process for hazardous materials evidence collection. Entry into a potentially contaminated area will not be made without a personnel decontamination site established and rapid intervention teams prepared. Officers should approach any scene of an explosion as a possible criminal act. They should be cautious until the cause of the explosion has been confirmed.The primary responsibility for the control or removal of hazardous materials rests with the owner, user, shipping agent, carrier or other individual in whose custody the material has been placed for shipment or use. However, in the event of an incident or accident resulting in the loss of control of a hazardous material by the responsible party, the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department must be prepared to take action and seek assistance in accordance with this procedure.If an incident results in multiple casualties (in excess of 10) the Clark County Mass Casualty Plan will be implemented.
CORRECT:The FBI is designated as the lead agency for all WMD/CBRNE incidents (Presidential Decision Directive 39 - PDD39). LVMPD personnel will assist in securing the scene and preserving evidence and will not enter a contaminated area unless PROPERLY EQUIPPED. ARMOR personnel will conduct sampling, testing, mitigation and evidence collection according to the FBI’s twelve step process for hazardous materials evidence collection. Entry into a potentially contaminated area will not be made without a personnel decontamination site established and rapid intervention teams prepared. Officers should approach any scene of an explosion as a possible criminal act. They should be cautious until the cause of the explosion has been confirmed.The primary responsibility for the control or removal of hazardous materials rests with the owner, user, shipping agent, carrier or other individual in whose custody the material has been placed for shipment or use. However, in the event of an incident or accident resulting in the loss of control of a hazardous material by the responsible party, the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department must be prepared to take action and seek assistance in accordance with this procedure.If an incident results in multiple casualties (in excess of TWENTY) the Clark County Mass Casualty Plan will be implemented.
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UOF:The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department is committed to protecting people, their property and rights while providing the best in public safety and service. The proper use of force is essential for policing. There are circumstances where individuals will not comply with the law unless compelled or controlled by the use of force. Officers must also remain mindful that they derive their authority from the constitution and that unreasonable force degrades the legitimacy of that authority. In a use of force incident, the governmental interest must match the level of seizure and intrusion upon an individual's constitutional rights.It is the policy of this department that officers hold the highest regard for the dignity and liberty of all persons, and place reliance upon the use of force. The department respects the value of almost every human life and the application of deadly force is a measure to be employed in the most extreme circumstances.
CORRECT:The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department is committed to protecting people, their property and rights while providing the best in public safety and service. The proper use of force is essential for policing. There are circumstances where individuals will not comply with the law unless compelled or controlled by the use of force. Officers must also remain mindful that they derive their authority from the COMMUNITY and that unreasonable force degrades the legitimacy of that authority. In a use of force incident, the governmental interest must match the level of FORCE and intrusion upon an individual's constitutional rights.It is the policy of this department that officers hold the highest regard for the dignity and liberty of all persons, and place MINIMAL reliance upon the use of force. The department respects the value of EVERY human life and the application of deadly force is a measure to be employed in the most extreme circumstances.
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AUTH FORCE TOOLS:Only department-approved weapons and training techniques shall be used. Uniformed officers will carry all issued tools and equipment required by the policies of this agency. Officers should note that less lethal tools may result in a lethal outcome, or be ineffective even when used appropriately.Non-uniformed commissioned personnel the rank of lieutenant and below are required to carry at least twointermediate force option (baton, OC spray or ECD) on their person when on-duty unless the requirement is waived, via completion of an Authorized Force Tools and Equipment Exemption Waiver, LVMPD 483, by their bureau commander. Supervisors of commissioned personnel will ensure their subordinates complete their minimum required hours of training within the calendar year. Officers completing an academy during the calendar year are not exempt from the minimum hour requirement. Defensive tactics proficiency testing will be required for the quarter following graduation from an academy.
CORRECT:WITH MINIMAL EXCEPTION, only department-approved weapons and training techniques shall be used. Uniformed officers will carry all issued tools and equipment required by the policies of this agency. Officers should note that less lethal tools may result in a lethal outcome, or be ineffective even when used appropriately.Non-uniformed commissioned personnel the rank of lieutenant and below are required to carry at least ONE intermediate force option (baton, OC spray or ECD) on their person when on-duty unless the requirement is waived, via completion of an Authorized Force Tools and Equipment Exemption Waiver, LVMPD 483, by their DIVISION commander. Supervisors of commissioned personnel will ensure their subordinates complete their minimum required hours of training within the calendar year. Officers completing an academy during the calendar year are EXEMPT from the minimum hour requirement. Defensive tactics proficiency testing will be required for the quarter following graduation from an academy.
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POST UOF INVESTIGATIONS:The department reviews or investigates all reportable use of force incidents to determine their justification, as well as to correct any identifiable training deficiencies. Officers involved in reportable uses of force or alleged use of force incidents will immediately notify their supervisor. If unavailable, the officer will notify another on-duty supervisor and complete the Use of Force Report in Blue Team before the end of shift. Any exceptions to this must be approved by the Lt. of the officer completing the report. A report will be required by each officer involved in a use of force incident when reportable force is used. The report will include a detailed description of the justification for force, tool or tactic used, to include its effectiveness or ineffectiveness, and the three (3) “objectively reasonable” force factors. Each application of a reportable use of force tool/tactic must be separately justified and documented. All Use of Force Reports in Blue Team will be completely documented and reviewed through the officer's chain of command within 30 business days of the event.
CORRECT:The department reviews or investigates all reportable use of force incidents to determine their justification, as well as to correct any identifiable training deficiencies. Officers involved in reportable uses of force or alleged use of force incidents will immediately notify their supervisor. If unavailable, the officer will notify another on-duty supervisor and complete the Use of Force Report in Blue Team before the end of shift. Any exceptions to this must be approved by the SUPERVISOR of the officer completing the report. A report will be required by each officer involved in a use of force incident when reportable force is used. The report will include a detailed description of the LEVEL OF FORCE, tool or tactic used, to include its effectiveness or ineffectiveness, and the EIGHT (8) “objectively reasonable” force factors. Each application of a reportable use of force tool/tactic must be separately justified and documented. All Use of Force Reports in Blue Team will be completely documented and reviewed through the officer's chain of command within 30 CALENDAR days of the event.
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TRANSPORTING PRISONERS:It is the policy of this department that the transportation of prisoners will be performed with the safety of the prisoner and the general public being of primary importance at all times.Prisoner Searches:1. Officers will carefully and thoroughly search prisoners, including removal and search of any footwear (the arrestee will remain handcuffed while the officer will remove and check the shoes and socks for weapons and/or contraband), and take possession of all weapons and evidence prior to arrival at CCDC. Prisoners will be searched by officers of the same sex. Detention Services Division (DSD) personnel will conduct searches of inmates before and after each move outside of the detention center.
CORRECT:It is the policy of this department that the transportation of prisoners will be performed with the safety of the OFFICER, the prisoner, and the general public being of primary importance at all times.Prisoner Searches:1. Officers will carefully and thoroughly search prisoners, including removal and search of any footwear (the arrestee will remain handcuffed while the officer will remove and check the shoes and socks for weapons and/or contraband), and take possession of all weapons and evidence PRIOR to placing prisoners in VEHICLES. WHEN PRACTICAL, prisoners will be searched by officers of the same sex. Detention Services Division (DSD) personnel will conduct searches of inmates before and after each move outside of the detention center.
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SPECIAL NEEDS:It is the policy of this department to handle incidents involving persons with special needs and/or require special considerations and those in crisis with a response which is appropriate to the needs of community. The diversion of certain persons away from the criminal justice system and toward treatment, whenever available and appropriate, is a less than desirable option.
CORRECT:It is the policy of this department to handle incidents involving persons with special needs and/or require special considerations and those in crisis with a response which is appropriate to the needs of the INDIVIDUAL INVOLVED. The diversion of certain persons away from the criminal justice system and toward treatment, whenever available and appropriate, is a DESIRABLE option.
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ARREST PROCEDURES:It is the policy of this department that warrantless felony or gross misdemeanor arrests will be limited to the most serious charge(s) arising from a single set of circumstances. In Clark County, misdemeanor arrests will be limited to the single most serious offense and generally may be combined with a felony or gross misdemeanor arrest. (See procedure for further instructions.) In the City of Las Vegas (CLV), all appropriate misdemeanor charges will be reflected for each arrest. This policy also applies to arrests made pursuant to warrants.
CORRECT:It is the policy of this department that warrantless felony or gross misdemeanor arrests will be limited to the most serious charge(s) arising from a single set of circumstances, WITH THE EXCEPTION OF VIOLENT CRIMES, for which charges will be combined. In Clark County, misdemeanor arrests will be limited to the single most serious offense and generally will NOT BE combined with a felony or gross misdemeanor arrest. (See procedure for further instructions.) In the City of Las Vegas (CLV), all appropriate misdemeanor charges will be reflected for each arrest. This policy DOES NOT APPLY to arrests made pursuant to warrants.
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ARRESTS W/O WARRANTS:GENERALAn officer may make an arrest without a warrant for:1. Crimes (felony or gross misdemeanor) which have been committed in the officer’s presence.2. Felonies and misdemeanors not committed in the officer’s presence when the officer has reasonable belief (probable cause) that the crime was committed and the specific person committed it.3. Any person which a police officer has probable cause to believe is about to commit a felony or gross misdemeanor crime. 4. Juvenile misdemeanors not committed in the officer’s presence.5. Traffic offenses delineated in NRS, Chapter 484; and6. Domestic violence.The elements that must exist for an arrest to take place are: 1. A show of authority by an officer in words or actions or both which would cause a reasonable person to think that they were being deprived of their liberty more than temporarily (i.e., more than an investigative detention sense) AND either2. Submission by the subject to the officer’s show of authority, and:3. An actual physical touching which places the subject under the control of the officer.
CORRECT:GENERALAn officer may make an arrest without a warrant for:1. Crimes (felony, gross misdemeanor, or MISDEMEANOR) which have been committed in the officer’s presence.2. Felonies and GROSS misdemeanors not committed in the officer’s presence when the officer has reasonable belief (probable cause) that the crime was committed and the specific person committed it.3. Any person which a police officer has probable cause to believe is about to commit a FELONY crime. 4. Juvenile misdemeanors not committed in the officer’s presence.5. Traffic offenses delineated in NRS, Chapter 484; and6. Domestic violence.The elements that must exist for an arrest to take place are: 1. A show of authority by an officer in words or actions or both which would cause a reasonable person to think that they were being deprived of their liberty more than temporarily (i.e., more than an investigative detention sense) AND either2. Submission by the subject to the officer’s show of authority, OR3. An actual physical touching which places the subject under the control of the officer.
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VEHICLE PURSUITS:A vehicular pursuit may be initiated based on a supervisors conclusion that the pursuit is the best available option at the time. Understandably, the decision to pursue is often made under difficult, unpredictable, and rapidly changing circumstances. For those reasons, the requirement for immediate supervisory authorization for a pursuit and on-going supervisory control of a pursuit is the cornerstone of the department's pursuit philosophy. Considering the totality of circumstances, sometimes the best course of action may be not to pursue or to discontinue a pursuit already in progress.All pursuits resulting in injuries or property damage will be thoroughly investigated for adherence to procedures and tactics. The results of these investigations, as well as other related analyses, will be the foundation for updating procedures and training.
CORRECT:A vehicular pursuit may be initiated based on a PURSUING OFFICERS conclusion that the pursuit is the best available option at the time. Understandably, the decision to pursue is often made under difficult, unpredictable, and rapidly changing circumstances. For those reasons, the requirement for immediate supervisory authorization for a pursuit and on-going supervisory control of a pursuit is the cornerstone of the department's pursuit philosophy. Considering the totality of circumstances, sometimes the best course of action may be not to pursue or to discontinue a pursuit already in progress.ALL pursuits will be thoroughly investigated for adherence to procedures and tactics. The results of these investigations, as well as other related analyses, will be the foundation for updating procedures and training.
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DV AND DUI BY EMPLOYEES: Department employee violations for domestic abuse and DUI are a breach of the department’s fundamental values, as well as the community’s confidence. Because of the nature of these offenses, it is the policy of this department to deal with offenders through administrative sanctions in conjunction with court-specified remedies. The department shall make support programs available to assist members in resolving contributory problems when appropriate.GENERALCriminal violations by employees are generally handled in accordance with LVMPD 5/101.52, Criminal Violations by Law Enforcement Employees: however, domestic abuse and DUI cases may depart from that directive, including notifications, due to the availability of court-referred treatment programs. The successful completion of a treatment program may give consideration to the purging of disciplinary sanctions.Pursuant to NRS 33.031 members who carry a firearm in the performance of his/her duties, and are subject to an “temporary order for protection” for domestic abuse may carry only department-authorized firearms, and only while in the performance of their duties.
CORRECT: Department employee violations for domestic abuse and DUI are a breach of the department’s fundamental values, as well as the community’s confidence. Because of the nature of these offenses, it is the policy of this department to deal with offenders through administrative sanctions in conjunction with court-specified remedies. The department shall make support programs available to assist members in resolving contributory problems when appropriate.GENERALCriminal violations by employees are generally handled in accordance with LVMPD 5/101.52, Criminal Violations by Law Enforcement Employees: however, domestic abuse and DUI cases may depart from that directive, EXCEPT for notifications, due to the availability of court-referred treatment programs. The successful completion of a treatment program may give consideration to the REDUCTION of disciplinary sanctions.Pursuant to NRS 33.031 members who carry a firearm in the performance of his/her duties, and are subject to an “EXTENDED order for protection” for domestic abuse may carry only department-authorized firearms, and only while in the performance of their duties.
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DV:Domestic violence in all its forms is a serious crime which adversely affects the lives of all who are exposed to it. Domestic violence crimes can include but are not limited to battery, assault, threats, harassment, sexual assault, sex trafficking, stalking, arson, trespassing, larceny, destruction of private property, home invasion, false imprisonment and violations of protection orders. These crimes often result in injury and death. Due to the serious nature, broad scope and cycle of violence inherent in these crimes, the response of law enforcement must reflect an appropriate level of investigation.With the exception of homicide, fraud, forgery, sexual assault, sex trafficking, battery with substantial bodily harm, felony domestic violence battery, assault or battery with a deadly weapon, felony strangulation and child/elder abuse, whenever domestic violence (as defined in NRS 33.018) is a part of the investigation of any other offense, the investigation will be assigned to the appropriate area command’s Domestic Violence Detail.
CORRECT: Domestic violence in all its forms is a serious crime which adversely affects the lives of all who are exposed to it. Domestic violence crimes can include but are not limited to battery, assault, threats, harassment, sexual assault, sex trafficking, stalking, arson, trespassing, larceny, destruction of private property, home invasion, false imprisonment and violations of protection orders. These crimes often result in injury and death. Due to the serious nature, broad scope and cycle of violence inherent in these crimes, the response of law enforcement must reflect an appropriate SENSE OF URGENCY.With the exception of homicide, fraud, forgery, sexual assault, sex trafficking, battery with substantial bodily harm, felony domestic violence battery, assault or battery with a deadly weapon, felony strangulation and child/elder abuse, whenever domestic violence (as defined in NRS 33.018) is a part of the investigation of any other offense, the investigation will be assigned to the appropriate area command’s INVESTIGATIONS Detail.
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Strategic PlanLVMPD Vision:
To be the safest community in america
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Strategic PlanWhat does this fall into?To be the safest community in america
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Strategic PlanLVMPD Values:
IntegrityCourageAccountabilityRespect for peopleExcellence
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Strategic PlanWhat are these?IntegrityCourageAccountabilityRespect for peopleExcellence
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Strategic PlanLVMPD Mission?
Serve PeopleStrengthen RelationshipsImprove the quality of life
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Strategic PlanWhat is this?Serve PeopleStrengthen RelationshipsImprove the quality of life
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Strategic PlanWhat are the department Goals?
LVMPDLead through empowerment and accountabilityValue our employees and those we serveMaximize trust, transparency and CommunicationProtect the public through education, innovation and enforcementDevelop and enhance community relationships
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Strategic PlanWhat are these?LVMPDLead through empowerment and accountabilityValue our employees and those we serveMaximize trust, transparency and CommunicationProtect the public through education, innovation and enforcementDevelop and enhance communit relationships
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Strategic PlanGive examples (5) of strategies that apply to LVMPD GOAL "Lead through empowerment an accountability"
1. Lead by example, develop trust, and encourage personal growth.2. Improve performance through training, and establishing clear expectations.3. Provide employees with constructive feedback and evaluations.4. Exhibit and encourage strong decision making and increased accountability.5. Delegate tasks, try new approaches, and take appropriate risks.
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Strategic PlanGive examples (5) of strategies that apply to LVMPD GOAL "Value our employees and thosewe serve."
1. Develop employees through training, mentoring, and coaching.2. Recognize strong performance.3. Improve service to all of our customers and develop measureable quality standards.4. Seek out feedback both internally and externally, analyze the results, and implement meaningful change.5. Adopt procedures which increase the safety of both department and community members.
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Strategic PlanGive examples (5) of strategies that apply to LVMPD GOAL "Maximize trust, transparency and communication"
1. Establish open, honest, and transparent communications both internally and externally.2. Share information in a timely, consistent, and frequent manner.3. Encourage media access and involvement.4. Actively seek opportunities to solicit public opinion regarding policy and procedure whether existing or proposed.5. Maximize interaction between LVMPD Leaders and both community and department members
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Strategic PlanGive examples (5) of strategies that apply to LVMPD GOAL "Protect the public through education, innovation and enforcement
1. Engage the community in an effort to find creative solutions to ongoing criminal activity.2. Implement proactive ideas and solutions which include specific plans to measure success.3. Provide ongoing training4. Research, develop, and implement community education programs.5. Take full advantage of existing technology and implement new technology which enhances the LVMPD mission.
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Strategic PlanGive examples (5) of strategies that apply to LVMPD GOAL "Develop and enhance community relationships"
Build new relationships through community events and outreach programs.2. Grow community coalitions with non-profit and faith based organizations.3. Be visible in the community, focusing on building relationships with diverse segments of the community.4. Engage the media.5. Identify and utilize new means of sharing information with the community.
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Strategic PlanSurmise what the department VISION actually means
A vision is the ultimate picture of what an organization is striving to achieve. It clarifies intent and long term direction. Typically they are timeless and unchanged. Is an aspirational and motivational statement. Defines where the organization wants to be in the future.
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Strategic PlanSurmise what the department VALUES actually mean
Values are the standards an organization’s people exhibit in attitude and behavior. They represent the core beliefs or principals of the organization. Typically they are timeless and unchanged. Reflect the organization's culture, belief and its intent. Values reflect leadership’s philosophy or core beliefs which should be exhibited by their actions.
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Strategic PlanSurmise what the department MISSION actually means
A broad statement of purpose describing why you exist. It is an operational statement that explains why you do what you do. Typically focused for three to four years. An operational statement focused on the present. Defines the organization’s products or services. Clear and understandable to the public/customers and employees. Brief enough for most people to keep in mind. Broad enough to allow flexibility in implementation, but not so broad to lack focus. Provides employees with an understanding of how what they do is linked to a greater purpose.
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Strategic PlanSurmise what the department GOALS actually mean
Goals are your major targets, the most important things you want to focus on and accomplish. They are the “What’s”. Typically they are in place for three to four years. Were written as explicit statements which support the achievement of the Mission. They draw employees together by focusing attention on the organization’s most important outcomes. Goals are achievable given the resources of the organization.
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Strategic PlanSurmise what the departments STRATEGIES actually mea
Strategies are the means, methods or approach to achieve a Goal. They describe the specific and measurable actions that employees believe are the best way to get the Goal accomplished. Strategies are the “How’s”. They are brief, clear statements aligned to accomplish the Goal. They provide a way to monitor or measure progress. Resources are available to accomplish the strategy. They are clear and understood by those who must implement them. They provide a way to assign responsibility and hold people accountable.
