Emergency roadblocks

Question 1

For roadblocks, If traffic is heavy, it may be necessary to set up this type of blocking method:

Answer 1

Have department vehicles on both sides of the roadways. This second roadblock should be close enough but approximately 75 YARDS away and in sight of the first roadblock.

Question 2

For roadblocks, which direction should vehicles be angled?

Answer 2

45° angles with the traffic flow

Partially on the roadway and

Blocking the lane to be stopped .

Question 3

If blocking multiple lane roadways, how many signs should be used?

Answer 3

2 signs should be placed on both sides of the roadway facing towards oncoming traffic

Flares and other warning device should be arranged to funnel traffic into one or more lanes

Question 4

What is the circle system?

Answer 4

2 circles are established and inter circle, and an outer circle. The radius is determined by the estimated time that has elapsed from the commission of the crime.

The crime scene is the centerpoint of the circle you drive two circles around that point

The inner circle is the area surrounding the crime scene

The outer circle is the fugitive apprehension zone if they get through the inner circle.

Patrol the area between the circles

Establish blocking points

Stop all traffic and interview all operators.