HPM 10.11 FTEP

Question 1

Who shall attend the yearly FTEP Conferences hosted by each Divisions?

Answer 1

The Division Coordinator and all areas FTEP coordinators/alternates (and the statewide FTEP coordinator if possible)

Question 2

What rank are area FTEP coordinators?

Answer 2

Sergeants and should not be probationary sergeants

Question 3

Who makes the final recommendation to the area commander concerning training extensions and successful completion of the program?

Answer 3

The Area FTEP coordinator.

Question 4

How many days is the “Orientation Period” in phase one and who supervises this period?

Answer 4

It is 5 days long, classroom setting, supervised by Area FTEP coordinator.

Question 5

The first 6 days of phase 1 and the first days of phase 2&3 are referred to as ___________?

Answer 5

Limbo Days

Question 6

Normal training duration is 55 days. Trainees still experiences significant problems may be given a 10 day extension to overcome those problems. Is this extension mandatory?

Answer 6

NO

Question 7

When should trainees be granted an extension?

Answer 7

When the problem area is able to be remediated or corrected. If the trainee does not have the ability to learn the job, training is not extended.

Question 8

In the event a CHP 115F – Field Training Officer Critique, reveals substandard performance by the FTO, who is responsible for discussing actions or recommendations with area management?

Answer 8

Area FTEP Coordinator

Question 9

A complete set of CHP 115 series forms within _____ days of the conclusion of the training cycle?

Answer 9

10 days. And all forms shall be treated as confidential.

Question 10

During what phase must the area FTEP coordinator participate in a ride-a-long?

Answer 10

Phase 3. However, they may participate in more and are encouraged to informally observe trainees.

Question 11

The (FTEP) program consists of ___ weeks of collaborative field training and is intended to support a competency-based training system.

Answer 11

11

Question 12

The (FTEP) program will provide a ____-week orientation at the beginning of Phase I and a final Test phase during which the original (primary) FTO will evaluate the trainee from a “ride-along” position.

Answer 12

1 week

Question 13

no evaluation will be conducted during “____” periods at the beginning of each of the three training phases so that trainees can adjust to the program and their new FTOs.

Answer 13

limbo

Question 14

The ultimate decision to terminate a trainee requires an unacceptable rating(s) on the DOR, and should be linked to ____ or _____ of the nine Critical Tasks on the officer’s CHP 118.

Answer 14

one/more

Question 15

Each Division and Area FTEP Coordinator/alternate shall successfully complete a _____ ______ _____ _________/___________/____________ Course prior to appointment, or transfer to the position.

Answer 15

POST-certified Field Supervisor/Administrator/Coordinator (SAC)

Question 16

It is the responsibility of the ____ _________to initiate the rejection during probation process for those trainees who do not meet the program’s minimal performance standards.

Answer 16

Area commander

Question 17

Each Area assigned a trainee shall provide an Area FTEP Coordinator. When an Area is assigned more than ___ trainees, the Area will also provide an _________ ____ ____ ___________.

Answer 17

two/ alternate Area FTEP Coordinator

Question 18

Careful attention must be paid to the selection and retention of Area FTEP Coordinators and their alternates. ____________sergeants ______ not be appointed to these positions.

Answer 18

Probationary/ should

Question 19

Area FTEP Coordinators conduct routine inspections of FTOs and trainees to ensure compliance with policy, appropriate performance and conduct. Examples of items to be inspected are, ___________ _________, _______ __________, ________ _______ __ ______ __________, CHP 115 forms, etc.

Answer 19

enforcement documents, /uniform appearance,/ Physical Methods of Arrest techniques

Question 20

The role of the field training program trainee is to demonstrate the ability to perform as a ____ uniformed patrol officer by the end of the program. This is the standard by which the trainee will be measured throughout the training program.

Answer 20

solo

Question 21

The program’s training periods and duration consist of four phases, each of which emphasizes a particular set of structured
knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA’s)
and tasks. Phase I consists of an orientation period (____ days) followed by __ training days.

Answer 21

5/15

Question 22

Phase II and Phase III each consist of 15 training days. During each phase, the trainee is assigned to a different FTO. Phase IV consists of ____ days of final evaluation during which the trainee will be reassigned to the original Primary FTO assigned in Phase I.

Answer 22

5

Question 23

The orientation period should, at a minimum, cover ________ and ______ weapons qualification as well as trainee demonstrated proficiency in ______ and _______techniques.

Answer 23

firearms/ impact

arrest/ control

Question 24

Phase I is the introductory phase. It consists of the orientation period (five days) established in a classroom setting under the supervision of the Area Field Training and Evaluation Program (FTEP) Coordinator…
The CHP 115A, Daily Observation Report (Annex B), is not completed for trainees during this period.

True or False

Answer 24

True

Question 25

The trainee cannot miss more than ___of the program’s scheduled training days during a phase without the training phase being increased for the same number of days, beyond ___, that the trainee missed.

Answer 25

2 / 2

Question 26

The first ___ days of Phase I and the first day of Phase II and III are referred to as “limbo” periods during which the CHP 115A, Daily Observation Report, is not completed for trainees.

Answer 26

6

Question 27

Normal training duration is 55 days. However, trainees still experiencing significant problems may be given a _______extension to overcome those problems. This provision ____ ___be construed to mean that every trainee has a right to an extension.

Answer 27

10 day / shall not

Question 28

…the Area commander, with Division’s concurrence, may approve a second ten-day extension period.

True or False

Answer 28

true

Question 29

Training ______not be extended when it is apparent that the trainee does not have the ability to learn the job.

Answer 29

should

Question 30

Each FTO shall possess the following qualifications: ..___ ____ patrol experience.

Answer 30

one year

Question 31

FTOs must successfully complete a __ hour POST-certified Field Training Officer Course prior to training new officers. In addition, FTOs must complete the __-hour POST-certified Field Training Officer Update Course every ___years to satisfy the POST recertification requirement.

Answer 31

40 / 24 / 3

Question 32

There are three avenues of separation from the Department which apply to the FTEP. These include, _______ ______, _________ ______ _________, and ____________.

Answer 32

adverse action/ rejection during probation/ resignation