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Field training program Flashcards

1
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What are the options available to the board members regarding a probationary officer’s performance?

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Recommend solo patrol phase, extended FTO training, or termination.

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When does the End of Probation Evaluation Board convene?

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Just before the end of the probationary officer’s probationary period.

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What does the board do during the End of Probation Evaluation?

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Interview squad sergeant, test job knowledge, make a recommendation.

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What is required in the probationary officer’s end of probation evaluation?

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Board recommendation based on overall performance in FTO program.

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What notification period must the Chief of Police observe for probation extension?

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At least 10 days prior to any such extension.

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Who compiles and updates FTO evaluation forms?

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FTO sector coordinator.

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What is the primary incentive for an officer to participate in the Field Training Program?

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Dedication to department and community.

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How is compensation handled for FTOs in the program?

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Specialist pay as per the collective bargaining agreement.

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Who should FTOs bring special needs or requests to in the program?

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Sector FTO coordinator.

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What is the Field Training Program electronic manual used for?

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Contains additional and particular instructions for FTOs and coordinators.

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What responsibilities does the month have in relation to probationary officers?

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Review Probationary Performance Management Plans, notify FTO coordinator, provide information for evaluation board.

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How many probationary review boards must a probationary officer complete during the Field Training Program?

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Two probationary review boards and one end of probation evaluation board.

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What are the options for recommendations that the probationary review board or end of probation evaluation board can make?

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Advancement, extension of FTO phase, remedial training, permanent appointment, termination of employment, special attention.

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How should problems with probationary officers be addressed by the FTO and chain of command?

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Immediately bring problems to the attention of the sector FTO coordinator and not handle problems solely at the sector level.

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When should the first Probationary Review Board convene?

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Around the second week of the second rotation.

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What does the second Probationary Review Board involve?

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Interviews with second and third rotation FTOs to test the probationary officer’s performance.

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What are the criteria for determining position openings for FTOs?

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Criteria include a maximum of 60 total paid FTOs and assigned numbers per sector and shift.

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Who has the authority to adjust the number of FTOs per sector or shift?

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The Bureau of Patrol Assistant Chief reserves the right to adjust FTO numbers.

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How is the FTO selection process initiated?

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The Bureau of Patrol Assistant Chief issues a memorandum to open the selection process.

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What is required for officers to be eligible to apply as FTOs?

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Officers need at least 3 years of service, FTO Academy completion, and recommendation through their chain of command.

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Who organizes the FTO applicant panel during the selection process?

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Sector commanders organize the FTO applicant panel.

22
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How are final selections of all FTOs made?

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Final selections are made by the Bureau of Patrol Assistant Chief.

23
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What is the minimum requirement for active FTO status per calendar year?

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FTOs must complete a minimum of 16 days or 128 total hours of probationary officer field training.

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What are the exceptions to the minimum training requirement for FTOs?

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Exceptions include military leave, eligibility without assignment, and participation in an approved training program.

25
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Who is responsible for ensuring retention and evaluation of FTOs?

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Bureau of Patrol sector commanders and sector coordinators are responsible for retention and evaluation.

26
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Under what circumstances can assignment as an FTO be terminated?

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Assignment as an FTO can be terminated upon the sector commander’s recommendation to the Patrol Assistant Chief.

27
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What assignments should probationary officers avoid for more than 5 days?

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Wagon driver, walking beat, guard details.

28
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When should probationary officers attend court proceedings with their FTO?

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Whenever the FTO is subpoenaed or requested.

29
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What are the components of the Weekly Probationary Officer Observation Report worksheet?

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Sections for Day #1, Day #2, Day #3, Day #4.

30
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Who is responsible for adding comments to the probationary officer evaluation?

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Sector FTO coordinator.

31
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What should the FTO do after completing the Five-Week Probationary Officer Evaluation?

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Electronically forward it to squad sergeant.

32
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What should squad sergeants do during the Solo Patrol Phase?

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Monitor each probationary officer’s performance closely.

33
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What is the purpose of the Field Training Program outlined in the policy?

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To provide procedures for the operation and development of probationary officers.

34
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Who has overall responsibility for the Field Training Program?

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The Bureau of Patrol Assistant Chief.

35
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What are the two phases of the Field Training Program?

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a. FTO phase b. Solo patrol phase.

36
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What is the role of Field Training Officers (FTOs) during the FTO phase?

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To supervise, train, evaluate probationary officers and recommend their suitability.

37
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Who is responsible for the overall direction of the Field Training Program?

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The Field Training Program commander.

38
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Who selects the Training Section coordinator in the Program Administration?

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The Training Section commander.

39
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What is the responsibility of Sector FTO coordinators in the Program Administration?

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To have supervision and coordination responsibilities for their sector’s FTOs and probationary officers.

40
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Who chairs the Probationary Officer Review Board?

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The Training Section commander.

41
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What is the relationship between FTOs and probationary officers expected to be like?

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Formal and professional.

42
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What is the primary responsibility concerning the selection and retention of FTOs?

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The Bureau of Patrol.

43
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Under what conditions can a trained but inactive FTO reactivate to active FTO status?

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They may do so if an active FTO position is available in the appropriate sector and shift, they were in good standing when they stopped participation, recommended by chain of command through sector commander, and approved by the Patrol Assistant Chief.

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What training is required for officers before they are eligible to be assigned as an FTO for a probationary officer?

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Officers must successfully complete the FTO Academy which includes training in current academy techniques, teaching skills, leadership skills, coaching skills, program management, planned curriculum, and evaluation methods.

45
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What is the purpose of periodic additional FTO training provided to FTOs?

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The purpose is to prepare FTOs for their responsibilities as well as to keep them current with their assigned duties.

46
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What is involved in rotation coordination briefings before an FTO rotation occurs?

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The briefing includes the current FTO, the FTO for the next rotation, and the squad sergeant for each FTO, where the probationary officer’s progress is thoroughly reviewed.

47
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How many five-week rotations are probationary officers assigned to in each sector as part of the Field Training Program?

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Probationary officers are assigned to three five-week rotations, one in each sector.

48
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What is the goal of the FTO during the three five-week FTO rotations with a probationary officer?

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The goal is to ensure that all areas have been adequately covered by the end of the rotations, focusing on explain, demonstrate, and perform topics of the probationary officer manual.

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What is the responsibility of FTOs in terms of providing feedback and evaluations to probationary officers?

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FTOs are responsible for providing feedback and discussing Weekly Probationary Officer Observation Reports and Five-Week Probationary Officer Evaluations and recommendations with probationary officers in a timely manner as per current procedures.

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