Codes for Dispatching Emergency Vehicles

Question 0

Code 2

Answer 0

These assignments are urgent, but are not emergencies. Red lights and sirens shall not be used on Code 2 calls. Units sent on such calls shall comply strictly with all traffic laws and regulations.

Question 1

Code 1

Answer 1

These assignments are not urgent; however, they shall be handled at the earliest convenience of the unit assigned. Units dispatched on Code 1 calls shall not be placed out of service.

Question 2

Code 3

Answer 2

These are emergency assignments calling for all practical haste. Response to Code 3 calls shall be made with red lights visible from the front and sirens operating as reasonably necessary.

Question 3

Code 4

Answer 3

No cover needed; no further cover required.

Question 4

Code 5

Answer 4

These assignments indicate that the field unit dispatched is going to the scene of a potentially hazardous assignment without assistance. Code 5 may be given in addition to Code 2 or Code 3.

Question 5

Code 6

Answer 5

These assignments indicate that the field unit is delayed or a significant distance from the location of assignment. A unit advising the Communications Division that is responding Code 6 shall always provide its present location. Code 6 may be given in addition to Code 2 or Code 3.

Question 6

Code 7

Answer 6

This code refers to an assignment or possible assignment regarding any person carrying a firearm. Code 7 may be given in addition to Code 1, Code 2, or Code 3.

Question 7

Code 33

Answer 7

This designation is initiated by field units or dispatchers to preclude non-priority radio transmissions during emergency situations.

Question 8

Code 34

Answer 8

Terminate code 33 status; frequency clear for normal traffic.