HPMS 70.6 (Officer Safety Manual) and 10.11 (Field Training and Evaluation) Flashcards

1
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1) When an officer is involved in or witnesses an incident in which they believe excess force may have been used by any peace officer, they shall immediately report the incident to a CHP supervisor and submit a report thoroughly documenting the events. As the supervisor receiving this, what are your responsibilities?

A

a. Ensure that a proper, thorough, and accurate reporting procedures are followed
b. An investigation is conducted and documented
i. These guidelines are followed whether such incidents involve an allied agency, CHP personnel, or both
ii. Investigation of incidents involving allied agencies shall be coordinated at the appropriate Division level

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2) A supervisor shall evaluate all pursuits and complete a CHP 187 Pursuit Report, when the incident is the definition of a pursuit. All pursuit reports shall be documented using the automated Pursuit Reporting System (PRS) within______ of the pursuit?

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a. 10 calendar days

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3) What is the major difference between a “high risk stop” and a “felony stop?”

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a. That officers display their firearms in a “low ready” position on “high risk”

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4) Upon being notified of a pursuit, the supervisor shall immediately notify the communications center they are joining or monitoring the pursuit and accepting supervisory responsibility. The supervisor is accountable for what four things?

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a. Taking an active role in the pursuit and conducting an ongoing evaluation of the incident
b. Discontinuing the pursuit, when necessary
c. Ensuring the pursuit is conducted in accordance with policy
d. Proceeding to the termination point, if at all practicable, to provide guidance and supervision, and to gather information for the pursuit report

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5) The contents of this chapter (70.6) and the local pursuit training guide, shall be reviewed by all uniform employees at the rank of _____ and below on a quarterly basis?

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a. Sergeants

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6) Uniformed employees must be guided by what two key principles in the understanding and application of the use of force policy?

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a. Sound professional judgment

b. The force reasonable for the situation as provided by law and in conformance with departmental policy

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7) At the officer’s discretion, what person(s) may be exempted from handcuffing to the rear?

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a. Sick, injured, or disabled
b. Elderly
c. Visibly pregnant

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8) You respond to the scene of an incident involving a less-lethal shotgun. The scene is stabilized and the subject is taken into custody. Pictures of the subject(s) and their injuries should or shall be taken?

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a. Should

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9) Whereas the Area commander is responsible for the trainee and/or FTO discipline, Area FTEP coordinators typically initiate disciplinary matters. True or false?

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a. True

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10
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What are the three avenues of separation from the Department which apply to the FTEP?

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a. Adverse action, rejection during probation, and resignation

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1) When officers are involved in or witness an incident in which they believe excess force may have been used by any peace officer, they shall immediately report the incident to a CHP supervisor and submit a report thoroughly documenting the events. A supervisor or manager are responsible for ensuring what four criteria?

A

(1) Proper, thorough, and accurate reporting procedures are followed.
(2) An investigation is conducted and documented.
(3) These guidelines are followed whether such incidents involve an allied agency, CHP personnel, or both.
(4) Investigation of incidents involving allied agencies shall be coordinated at the appropriate Division level

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2) What are the supervisory duties in the event of a pursuit?

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(1) Once the supervisor becomes aware of the pursuit, they shall take an active role in the pursuit and conduct an ongoing evaluation of the incident.
a. The supervisor must also balance the known or reasonably suspected offense, and the apparent need for immediate capture against the risks to peace officers, innocent motorists, and others to protect the public.
(2) Discontinuing the pursuit, when necessary, in accordance with the policy contained in HPM 70.6.
(3) Ensuring the pursuit is conducted in accordance with the provisions of HPM 70.6, including:
a. No more than the necessary number of units are involved.
b. Request for aircraft has been made.
c. The appropriate radio channel is being utilized.
d. Affected allied agencies have been notified.
(4) Proceeding to the termination point, if at all practicable, to provide guidance and supervision, and to gather information for the pursuit report.

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3) What is the optimal deployment range for the less-lethal shotgun?

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5 to 60 feet

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4) A supervisor shall evaluate all pursuits and complete a CHP 187 Pursuit Report, when the incident meets the definition of a pursuit. All pursuit reports shall be documented using the automated Pursuit Reporting System (PRS). The entry into PRS shall be completed within ___ calendar days of the pursuit.

A

10

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5) The decision to attempt legal intervention shall be based on careful consideration of all facts apparent to the officer, and should be initiated when conditions permit. A supervisor’s permission ____ be obtained prior to initiating legal intervention.

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Should

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16
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6) An officer ___ discontinue a pursuit when directed by a supervisor.

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Shall

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17
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8) What is the minimum number of hours a trainee on break-in during Phases I, II, and III shall be provided per phase?

A

187 hours

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18
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All uniformed members shall undergo _______hours of ECD training by Academy certified instructors and certify prior to carrying the ECD.

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8 hours

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19
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According to CHP policy, in the cases of armed subjects, the ECD ______________ be used without the cover of lethal force. (

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Should not

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The ECD SHOULD NOT be used in the following circumstances:

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The subject is pregnant, elderly, or frail.
Subject weighs less than 80 pounds.
Subject is a young child.

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21
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After an ECD deployment, Officers shall not remove a probe if it has unintentionally lodged in any of the following areas:

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Groin
Breast area on a female
Head and eyes
Neck
Spinal column
Joints
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22
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When the ECD is used to overcome resistance in the field, pictures of the probe sites, drive stun sites, and any other injuries _________ be taken. And when the less-lethal shotgun is used to overcome resistance in the field, pictures of the subject’s injuries ___________ be taken.

A

Shall/should

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23
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The optimum distance for the CEW is ___________ and the maximum distance is ____________.

A

7-15 ft / 25 ft

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24
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How many use of force options are there in HPM 70.6?

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SEVEN

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25
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TRUE OR FALSE:

DEMEANOR is not a use of force option?

A

TRUE

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26
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During Phases I, II, and III, a minimum of 187 hours of training shall be provided per phase. At the conclusion of the four phases, a minimum of 600 hours of training shall have been provided to the trainee. Limbo days are included in the total number of training hours as they are assigned to an FTO on that first day; however, the initial orientation period is not included.

A

TRUE

27
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TRUE OR FALSE?
If a trainee proceeds from Phase III to Phase IV and their performance drops to an unacceptable level during Phase IV, the trainee should be removed from Phase IV and an Extension Phase should be initiated.

A

TRUE

28
Q

TRUE OR FALSE?
If a trainee resigns or is rejected during probation, the resignation or termination date shall be entered on page 2 of the CHP 115A in the “General/Noteworthy events” area.

A

TRUE

29
Q

What are seven different use of force options?

A

Oleoresin Capsicum., Control Holds, ECW electronic control device, deadly force, baton, personal weapons, less lethal shotgun.

30
Q

Supervisor’s approval to destroy the animal should or shall be obtained with
consideration of the geographical location and the employee’s experience?

A

Should

31
Q

The officer should or shall make any notes on the reverse side of the green
Copy?

A

Shall

32
Q

What are the 6 Legal Intervention/Forcible Stops. (A general term meaning the termination of a pursuit through the use of physical force or presence)?

A

channelization, roadblocks, ramming, the hollow spike strip, boxing-in, or the use of firearms

33
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A supervisor’s permission should or shall be obtained prior to initiating legal intervention?

A

Should

34
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A supervisor shall evaluate all pursuits and complete a CHP 187 Pursuit Report, when the incident meets the definition of a pursuit. All pursuit reports shall be documented using the automated Pursuit Reporting System (PRS). The entry into PRS shall be completed within ______ calendar days of the pursuit.

A

10

35
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Uniformed employees at the rank of sergeant and below shall certify annually on the CHP 199. What are the seven areas included on the CHP 199?

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1) Use of force policy
(2) High-risk/felony stops
(3) Enforcement tactics
(4) Physical Methods of Arrest techniques
(5) Searching techniques
(6) Aerosol subject deterrent
(7) Impact weapons

36
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When a subject has been exposed to an ECD and is suspected to be under the influence of stimulants, a true medical condition may exist. The subject Should or Shall receive medical attention as soon as practical?

A

SHALL

37
Q

There are three avenues of separation from the Department

which apply to the FTEP. These include ____ ______ _____.

A

adverse action, rejection during probation, and resignation

38
Q

As soon as possible, whom shall an officer notify when they encounter a situation that requires a spit sock?

A

Supervisor

39
Q

OC shall not be used at a distance of less than how many feet unless extreme hazard exists to the officer or other persons?

A

3 feet

40
Q

Officers shall have _________ knowledge that the persons being sought are fleeing to avoid prosecution for a forcible or atrocious felony before employing a roadblock?

A

Definite

41
Q

Uniformed employees should not place their finger on the trigger of any firearm during a tactical situation except under what circumstances?

A

When actually firing the firearm; When the firearm is pointed at an identified target and the use of deadly force is justified

42
Q

What is the desired minimum distance between the patrol vehicle and a violator vehicle during an enforcement stop?

A

10 feet

43
Q

Uniformed employees unable to demonstrate an acceptable level of skill shall be provided refresher training for a period of time not to exceed what time frame after annual certification is due?

A

30 calendar days

44
Q

In the event the involved officer’s soft body armor is penetrated by a bullet, a report shall be forwarded to Business Services Section with _____________ days concerning ballistic protection afforded by the soft armor?

A

10 working

45
Q

On-duty officers receiving requests to view photographic ID (may, should or shall) comply by displaying the front (photograph) side of their departmentally-issued ID card, unless doing so would reasonably jeopardize officer and/or public safety?

A

should

46
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A supervisor’s permission (may, should or shall) be obtained prior to the ramming or utilization of the PIT maneuver?

A

should

47
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Ramming should not occur when either the pursued vehicle or the pursuing vehicle is traveling in excess of ___ miles per hour (mph)?

A

35

48
Q

Officers (should or shall) refrain from entering the freeway in the wrong direction when chasing a wrong-way vehicle?

A

should

49
Q

True or False: Uniformed members of the Department may carry a personally-purchased EDC while on duty?

A

true

50
Q

An ECD should not be used against subjects who appear to weigh less than ___ pounds?

A

80

51
Q

Roadblocks (should or shall) be avoided when attempting to apprehend misdemeanors?

A

Shall

52
Q

Area FTEP coordinators, or the alternate Area FTEP coordinator, shall participate in at least ____ ride-along(s) with each trainee.

A

1

53
Q

After a _____ year or longer break in service as an FTO, every officer must successfully complete the 40-hour POST-certified Field Training Officer Basic Course, prior to training new officers.

A

3

54
Q

What is the legal standard used to determine the lawfulness of a use of force is the Fourth Amendment to the United States (U.S.) Constitution. See Graham v. Connor, 490 U.S. 386 (1989)?

A

Objectively Reasonable. The force must be reasonable under the circumstances known to the officer at the time force was used.

55
Q

What form shall all use of force be documented?

A

CHP 268

56
Q

In the event an animal is shot in accordance with policy, the officer
shall submit a memorandum to :

A

COMMANDER

57
Q

This section outlines conditions which, when met, exempt the driver of an AEV from obeying certain sections of the CVC known generally as the “Rules of the Road.” Vehicle Code Section_______ grants the operators of AEV exemptions to the rules of the road when the vehicle displays a red light visible to the front and the siren is operated

A

21055

58
Q

After a felony stop and further investigation it is determined that the driver was an innocent victim. A CHP 268 (should/shall) be completed.

A

shall

59
Q

After an officer is involved in a shooting it is required that his weapon be inspected. Until a replacement weapon can be located for the officer where will his weapon be secured?

A

In his holster

60
Q

A new officers break in period is broken into____ phases and must be a minimum of ___ hours of training.

A

four/600

61
Q

When using the Less Lethal shotgun the optimal distance is____ and target area to be avoided are_____.

A

five to 60 feet/head, neck, throat and spine

62
Q

During the course of enforcement duties, all officers and sergeants who
are certified (shall/should) carry an ECD if available. Exceptions to this policy include
attendance at funerals and court appearances.

A

shall

63
Q

After the use of an ECD on a suspect. The booking officer (should/shall) obtain a medical clearance from a hospital facility prior to booking. The booking officer (shall/should) document the use of an ECD on the detention facility booking slip. Additionally, a copy of the medical clearance form (should/shall) be provided to the detention facility.

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shall
shall
shall