3.200 Code 3 Driving (Excluding Pursuit Driving) Flashcards
What is the overall policy on “Code 3 Driving”?
“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.”
What are the 4 reasons officers may respond Code 3?
- Imminent danger to citizens and the officer’s arrival might save lives.
- Another officer requires assistance to control a volatile situation.
- Reliable information exists of a felony in progress.
- Pursuits
What 2 things are prohibited while driving Code 3?
- Typing of messages
2. Use of a cell phone
When officers initiate a Code 3 response, who must be notified? Which officers?
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.
What are the responsibilities of the field supervisor when officers are enroute Code 3?
“Field supervisors will monitor respective radio channels to ensure strict adherence to the policy and will cancel or direct code 3 responses, as warranted.”
Code 3 driving is a police tatic used in responding to an emergency, what are some important elements officers can use to maximize safety?
Good judgement, communication, and coordination are important elements of a code 3 response ensuring officers are maximizing safety while minimizing risks.
In regards to code 3 driving field supervisors will…?
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.