6/012.00 CODE 3 DRIVING Flashcards
Code 3 driving is a police tactic used in responding to an emergency. Good______, communication, and coordination are important elements of a code 3 response that ensure officers are maximizing safety while minimizing risks.
judgment
Code 2 may be used to:
- Stop violators
- Arriving on event and siren may signal the suspects
- For Traffic Hazard and moving slow
- When approved by Sgt. For motorcade
Officers responding to non-emergency calls will not use emergency lights and/or _____ for the sole purpose of crossing intersections.
siren
POs may respond Code 3 when:
- Imminent danger to citizens and Po arrival might save lives 2. PO require assistance for volatile situation 3. Felony in progress and info is reliable 4. Pursuits
Code 3 procedures, primary PO Will:
- Determine code 3 response is met 2. Both primary and secondary POs inform Dispatch via radio of code 3 3. Activate and continuously use lights and siren 4. Both primary and secondary POs Press code 3 on MDT 5. Proceed safely
Besides the 1st and 2nd units, Additional units responding code 3, only use the Code 3 button on the MDT and the arrival. Do not break the ____.
code red
As the Sgt. Monitor respective radio channels to ensure ____ adherence to this policy and will cancel or direct code 3 responses, as warranted.
strict