461 Agency Vehicles

Question 1

Officers shall only use a vehicle’s emergency lights, sirens, hazard warning lights, spotlights, and PA system when responding to emergencies or when it is necessary to perform official duties.

Question 2

Officers shall not pass another police vehicle that is being operated in emergency mode without first coordinating with that vehicle’s operator.

Question 3

When an inoperable vehicle is pushed clear of a roadway by a JSO vehicle not equipped with a push bumper, the driver of the agency vehicle shall notify who?

Answer 3

supervisor

Question 4

Weapons shall not be left in the cabins of any vehicle when the member is ________.

Answer 4

off-duty

Question 5

Members shall not leave JSO vehicles unattended with the keys in the ignition unless:

a. _____________

b. _____________

Answer 5

the vehicle’s doors are locked and the operator has an extra key; and

a police function is being performed

Question 6

Members shall not leave the vehicle’s motor idling for extended periods of time unless:

a. ___________

b. ___________

c. ____________

Answer 6

emergency equipment is in use;

a suspect, interviewee, detainee, or prisoner is in the vehicle; or

a canine is in the vehicle

Question 7

How often shall every agency vehicle be inspected for cleanliness, damage, oil life percentage, vehicle’s current mileage, and vehicles next safety inspection mileage and due date?

Answer 7

monthly

Question 8

How often shall every agency vehicle be inspected to ensure safety equipment, including a fire extinguisher with a current label, first aid supplies, seat belts, tires, and brakes are present and in good working condition; all emergency equipment and the radio are in good working condition; all other required equipment is in good working condition and not expired; and window tint is within legal limits?

Answer 8

quarterly

Question 9

Who shall conduct monthly and quarterly vehicle inspections on all vehicles assigned to members under their command?

Answer 9

supervisors

Question 10

Who shall conduct monthly and quarterly inspections on vehicles assigned to their unit, including special purpose vehicles; and vehicles assigned to supervisors under their command?

Answer 10

lieutenants

Question 11

Who shall ensure members report to the Supply Unit as soon as possible to replenish any supplies that were found to be diminished or dysfunctional?

Answer 11

supervisors or lieutenants

Question 12

When are all sworn members required to complete an electronic Off Duty Incident Report to document the types of incidents handled while off-duty or while working secondary employment?

Answer 12

the end of each month

Question 13

Malfunctioning or inoperable vehicle locking devices shall be reported to who immediately?

Answer 13

a supervisor

Question 14

Prior to scheduling any service during off-duty hours, a member shall obtain approval from who?

Answer 14

his supervisor

Question 15

If a pool vehicle is not available for his shift, who shall adjust the member’s work assignment appropriately?

Answer 15

member’s supervisor

Question 16

Safety inspections shall be performed by COJ Fleet Management Division how often for marked Patrol units and unmarked pursuit vehicles?

Answer 16

every 9,000 miles or nine months

Question 17

Safety inspections shall be performed by COJ Fleet Management Division how often for marked supervisor vehicles and unmarked vehicles?

Answer 17

every 12,000 miles or 12 months

Question 18

For the purpose of vehicle safety inspections, significantly overdue includes over how many miles for the 9,000 mile / 9 month cycle?

Answer 18

over 3,000 miles

Question 19

For the purpose of vehicle safety inspections, significantly overdue includes over how many miles for those vehicles on the 12,000 mile / 12 month cycle?

Answer 19

over 5,000 miles

Question 20

All requests for modifications to a JSO-owned vehicle must be submitted on a Form SP-1693 which is forwarded through the chain of command to who for approval?

Answer 20

Director of Police Services

Question 21

Who shall ensure window tint on assigned vehicles is within legal limits?

Answer 21

member’s supervisor

Question 22

Unless an exception has been approved by the Chief of Support Services or higher authority, members on temporary limited duty in excess of how many days, or those those who know they will be on temporary limited duty, shall have their vehicles removed from personal assignment and turned into the Fleet Management Unit until member’s return to full-duty status?

Answer 22

in excess of 30 days

Question 23

When outside Duval County, members are only permitted to drive their assigned vehicles to and from their work locations, unless an exception has been made by who?

Answer 23

a supervisor of higher authority

Question 24

Members with assigned vehicles and residing outside of Duval County, and not in an adjacent county, must park their assigned vehicle at their primary work location at the end of their tour of duty. These members must complete Form P-1785B (Affidavit of Assigned Vehicle Location), have it approved by their immediate supervisor and obtain authorization from JSO Services before parking outside of his primary work location within how many days after receiving assigned vehicles?

Answer 24

within 10 days

Question 25

Pool vehicles are not to be used as take-home vehicles, unless an exception has been made by who?

Answer 25

commander or higher authority

Question 26

What is a multifunction vehicle that is not assigned to a specific unit and is available seven days a week, 24 hours a day?

Answer 26

Mobile Command Vehicle

Question 27

Who are the only personnel authorized to operate the Mobile Command Center?

Answer 27

Emergency Preparedness Unit personnel or other personnel designated by the Lieutenant of Emergency Preparedness Unit

Question 28

What is used as a staging point for community events, emergency situations, and special events?

Answer 28

Emergency Preparedness Unit bus

Question 29

Who may request the use of the Emergency Preparedness Unit bus by emailing the Lieutenant of Emergency Preparedness Unit?

Answer 29

lieutenants