31.1 Fleet Ops Manual

Question 1

Who approves requests for home storage of state owned vehicles?

Answer 1

The appropriate Division commander is responsible for reviewing all requests for home storage and ensuring compliance California laws, regulations, and Department policies. The Division commander shall review all home storage permits annually to ensure continued appropriate application of policy.

Question 2

What is the max travel distance for home storage?

Answer 2

1. Commanders shall not exceed 70 miles.
2. All non commanders shall not exceed 50 miles
3. the distance may cross Area and Division boundaries and is measured from the employees residence to the location of the command office.

Question 3

When shall a speedometer be replaced?

Answer 3

A speedometer found to be inaccurate by more than four MPH shall be replaced.

Question 4

When is a speedometer calibrated?

Answer 4

Speedometers are to be certified at the command using radar or a court approved outside vendor before placing the vehicle in service. Speedometers are then to be checked for accuracy at a minimum of every 30,000 miles or 90 days, whichever occurs first.

Question 5

How far from the gas pumps can someone smoke or use a cell phone?

Answer 5

No smoking or open flame within 25 feet of the service island. No use of cellular telephone within 25 feet of service island.