Duties And Responsibilities / Decision Making Model Flashcards
In what matters are Impartial attitudes of special importance?
- Court appearances, verdicts, and procedures
- Labor management disputes
- Neighborhood disturbances
- Racial issues
- Accident investigations.
When are the only acceptable times to take department equipment outside the City and County of Denver?
A. Fresh pursuit
B. When sent by proper authority
C. When there appears to be an emergency and urgent need for assistance.
D. When authorized by a supervisory officer.
When is it acceptable to leave your geographical area?
A. Related to necessary performance of official police duty
B. Authorized by their supervisor
C. On an authorized break and in close proximity to their general geographical area of responsibility.
D. Directed by their supervisor
True or False
Officers will not have access to the department records and report files unless authorized?
True
Will an officer which obeys an order given by the ranking officer that conflicts with the previous order given to that officer be held responsible for disobedience of the prior order?
They will not
Unless someone’s life or personal safety is at risk officers should refrain from taking enforcement action when out of uniform and do what?
Call 911 or use a radio to summon an on duty officer and be a good witness.
Supervisors will have immediate control of Personnel under their Supervision and are Responsible for what as well?
A. Personnel appearance
B. Condition and appearance of their uniforms and equipment.
C. Maintaining Respect and Discipline
Is the fact that an order has been given and is not carried out by a subordinate a valid acceptable excuse?
No it is not
When shall a supervisory officer and to whom shall a supervisory officer notify when orders that are given are important or require the subordinate recieving them to leave their regular post or assignment?
As soon as practicable and inform the employees immediate supervisor or commanding officer.
When shall all written communications from assigned employees requesting a transfer or containing a grievance or suggestion be forwarded?
Immediately
Supervisors should promote and maintain an environment of what? List 3
A. Positive Morale
B. Harmony among ranks
C. Commitment to the department’s Mission and Esprit De Corps
How should a supervisor exercise their authority? List 6
With kindness, firmness, justice, fairness, respect, and reason
When aware of an arrestee in need of medical attention, the supervisor will take steps to make it available when?
At the earliest reasonable and practical time.
When an employee is out of contact without good reason, or there are unusual or extended results for being out of service, supervisors will investigate and report the results to who?
Their immediate supervisor
Upon tra sfer of a subordinate to a new assignment, the previous supervisor will ensure what sufficient information is provided to the new supervisor for successful completion of the improvement processes?
- written documentation
- PAS reviews
- performance improvement plans
- and other pertinent information
True or False
Officers to the degree possible, will not patrol their precinct or post according to any fixed route or schedule, but will alternate frequently and backtrack in order to be in location least expected
True.
In service means what?
Subject to answering calls
When a car or post is normally staffed with 2 officers, who will be notified when 1 of the officers is no lo get available foe assignments or calls for service?
Dispatcher
Under clerk responsibilities whether communicating by phone, electronically, or in person, officers will at all times display what and identify the.selves how?
- Display courtesy, respect, and patience
- By rank, and last name
Technicians, based on the department need to be assigned to what?
Appointment to technician may require an officer with what?
A bureau, division, district, section, or unit
Specific skills or training
In conjunction with the decision making model, personnel will continually make these specific assessments? What are the 3 and what do they mean?
- Authority - do personnel have the legal authority or mandate to act in a particular instance.
- Reasonable - would a reasonable officer act similarly under the totality of circumstances.
- Necessary - is the intended action required or needed based on circumstances
What are the five traits of the decision making model?
- Collect Information
- Asses the situation, threats, and risks
- Consider Department policy and available options
- Take action
- Review and Reassess
Which of the five traits does this go to? When possible, slow the situation with a calm, centered, respectful, and confident presence. Gather any and all info within practical limitations. Confirm that police service is warranted and within the control and ability of department personnel and address.
Collecting Information
Which of the 5 traits does this go to? Use available resources to make the immediate area safe or provide assistance as needed. Look for the things that may explain the situation. If time permits, attempt to identify the root cause and avoid decisions based on inadequate information. Avoid judgemental or damaging statements. Asses the risks and benefits of taking police action.
Assess the Situation, Threats, and risks
Which of the 5 traits does this go to? Developers options based on available info, ethics, values, and policy. Examine the feasibility effectiveness, and consequence of each action and evaluate as necessary.
Consider Department policy and available options
Which of the 5 traits does this go to? From the identified options, apply the most reasonable and viable course of action. Continually assess effectiveness, and when possible, develop contingencies. The sanctity of Human Life is Paramount?
Take Action
Which of the 5 traits does this go to? Assess the outcome and consider whether the issue was addressed and/or corrected. If not, start over and consider the following;
- Is new info available
- Was initial assessment accurate and/or info missing
- Is there a more appropriate and reasonable option
Review and Reassess
The practice of what, is intended to help department personnel be more effective and safe, to increase the quality of service and community satisfaction, and reduce liability?
De-escalation
What is the foundation for achieving positive police-community interactions and internal employee relations?
De-escalation, in combination with the decision making model
There are many reasons an individual may be un cooperative or fail to respond to verbal direction. Including but not limited to what? List 5
- medical condition
- psychological or emotional crisis
- developmental disability or dementia
- drug/alcohol interactions
- language barrier
