3.200 Code 3 Driving (Excluding Pursuit Driving) Flashcards

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What is the overall policy on “Code 3 Driving”?

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“Code 3 driving is a police tactic used in responding to an emergency. Good judgement, communication and coordination are important elements of a code 3 response that ensure officers are maximizing safety while minimizing risks.”

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What are the 4 reasons officers may respond Code 3?

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  1. Imminent danger to citizens and the officer’s arrival might save lives.
  2. Another officer requires assistance to control a volatile situation.
  3. Reliable information exists of a felony in progress.
  4. Pursuits
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What 2 things are prohibited while driving Code 3?

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  1. Typing of messages

2. Use of a cell phone

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When officers initiate a Code 3 response, who must be notified? Which officers?

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Aside from activating the Code 3 button on their MDTs, the primary and secondary officers will advise dispatch via radio they are enroute Code 3.

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What are the responsibilities of the field supervisor when officers are enroute Code 3?

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“Field supervisors will monitor respective radio channels to ensure strict adherence to the policy and will cancel or direct code 3 responses, as warranted.”

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Code 3 driving is a police tatic used in responding to an emergency, what are some important elements officers can use to maximize safety?

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Good judgement, communication, and coordination are important elements of a code 3 response ensuring officers are maximizing safety while minimizing risks.

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In regards to code 3 driving field supervisors will…?

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Field supervisors will:

Monitor respective radio channels to ensure strict adherence to this policy (3.200 Code 3 Driving) and will cancel or direct code 3 responses, as warranted.

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