70.5, Explorer Manual Flashcards
True or False: applicants to the Explorer Program must undergo a background investigation prior to participating in the Area Explorer Post.
True
HPM 70.5, Chapter 6
Background investigations for prospective Explorer Program participants should be completed in what timeframe?
Within 30 working days from the time the case was assigned.
HPM 70.5, Chapter 6
True or False: the Explorer advisor shall request a motor vehicle records inquiry for candidates who possess a California driver license.
True
HPM 70.5, Chapter 6
During the Explorer background investigation, what is the preferred method of contacting a candidate’s employer?
By telephone
HPM 70.5, Chapter 6
During the Explorer background investigation, who should the advisor attempt to contact at the candidate’s place of employment?
Immediate supervisor
HPM 70.5, Chapter 6
During a residence inquiry for an Explorer background investigation, there should be at least a _____ year history accounted for and at least _____ of the candidate’s neighbors should be contacted.
Two year; three neighbors
HPM 70.5, Chapter 6
For Explorer candidates whose employment history is limited, what other inquiry can be made?
Academic inquiry at the candidate’s school
HPM 70.5, Chapter 6
When requesting equipment from Supply Services Unit for the Explorer Post, the _______ form shall be used.
CHP 41, Supply Requisition
HPM 70.5, Chapter 7
What type of equipment may be requisitioned for use by Explorers?
Only that which is necessary for their safety and well-being while participating in approved functions.
(HPM 70.5, Chapter 7)
How often shall property, equipment, and materials possessed or acquired by an Explorer post be inventoried?
Quarterly, or when a loss is suspected
HPM 70.5, Chapter 7
True or False: equipment belonging to an Explorer post may be converted to personal use.
False
HPM 70.5, Chapter 7
When an Explorer post disbands, what is done with any equipment not owned by the CHP?
Donated to another Explorer post and documented on a CHP 51, Memorandum.
(HPM 70.5, Chapter 7)
Explorer meetings should occur how frequently?
At least two per month
HPM 70.5, Chapter 7
What is the retention period for Explorer meeting minutes?
Current year plus one year
HPM 70.5, Chapter 7
How frequently shall the Explorer post advisor prepare the CHP 400T, Explorer Financial Statement, covering outgoing funds, incoming funds, cash on hand, and monthly cash balances?
Monthly
HPM 70.5, Chapter 8
What is the retention period for receipts and documentation for all Explorer post expenditures?
Three years
HPM 70.5, Chapter 8
How often are Explorer posts required to file with the Franchise Tax Board?
Annually
HPM 70.5, Chapter 8
True or False: all checks received (donations, etc.) for the Explorer post shall be made out without reference to the Department.
True
HPM 70.5, Chapter 8
True or False: checking accounts for Explorer posts may only require one signature for disbursement of funds.
False (dual signatures are required)
HPM 70.5, Chapter 8
True or False: each Explorer post is required to apply individually for an Employer Identification Number (EIN).
True
HPM 70.5, Chapter 8
Explorer posts are not permitted to accept donations of property items requiring maintenance or registration with the exception of ___________.
Cargo utility trailers
HPM 70.5, Chapter 8
An Explorer post with an established bank account shall reconcile the account how often?
Monthly
HPM 70.5, Chapter 8
Any monetary donations received by the Explorer post shall be deposited to the Explorer post checking account within _________ from receipt of the donation.
72 hours
HPM 70.5, Chapter 8
A copy shall be made of every check deposited into the Explorer post checking account and retained, along with the deposit slip, for a period of _______ year(s).
Three years
HPM 70.5, Chapter 8
True or False: all monetary donations to the Explorer post received in person and by mail require a numbered receipt be provided to the donor.
True
HPM 70.5, Chapter 8
Disbursement of funds from the Explorer post checking account in excess of _________ requires authorization from the Area commander.
$1,000
HPM 70.5, Chapter 8
Disbursement of funds from the Explorer post checking account in excess of _________ requires authorization from the Division commander.
$5,000
HPM 70.5, Chapter 8
Disbursement of funds from the Explorer post checking account in excess of _________ requires authorization from the Board of Directors.
$10,000
HPM 70.5, Chapter 8
At least ________ leaders, at least 21 years of age, are required on all trips and outings with the Explorer program.
Two
HPM 70.5, Chapter 9
On trips and outings, there _______ (should/shall) be no one-on-one contact with the youth of the Explorer program.
Shall
HPM 70.5, Chapter 9
Departmental employees _______ (should/shall) not foster any type of personal or social relations with a member of the Explorer program.
Shall
HPM 70.5, Chapter 9
True or False: secret Explorer meetings shall not be conducted.
True
HPM 70.5, Chapter 9