HPMS 73.5 UNIFORM/GROOMING AND EQUIPMENT STANDARDS, 82.5 REGISTRATION ENFORCEMENT, 82.6 COMMERCIAL ENFORCEMENT MANUAL

Question 1

Mustaches shall not extend more than_____ beyond the corners of the mouth, nor below the vermillion border of the upper lip, or more than_____ below the corner of the mouth:

Answer 1

½ inch and ¼ inch

Question 2

How many rings can a male on duty employee wear while on duty in uniform or in civilian attire?

Answer 2

2

Question 3

A hair style which is combed forward cannot be lower than the___________.

Answer 3

Relaxed eyebrow

Question 4

What types of uniforms are authorized for wear by uniformed employees of the CHP?

Answer 4

Formal, Work, Utility, and Cold Weather

Question 5

In regards to Work Uniform Neckwear Policy, is the following true or false: The mock dickey may be worn under the short-sleeve shirt without the blue patrol jacket.

Answer 5

True

Question 6

In regards to cold weather uniform neckwear, is the following true or false: When a jacket is worn with the cold weather uniform, neckwear is not required.

Answer 6

False

Question 7

While in uniform, Hair (female) (may not / should not / shall not) extend below the bottom of the uniform shirt collar while sitting or standing in an erect position.

Answer 7

shall not

Question 8

Female employees on duty in civilian attire are permitted to wear two earrings, one only in each ear. They will be pierced ear stud-type only (not a hook type), solid color, not over _____ in diameter.

Answer 8

4.0 mm in diameter

Question 9

Hair (male) (may not / should not / shall not/ better not) extend below the top of the uniform shirt collar while sitting or standing in an erect position.

Answer 9

shall not

Question 10

Pagers, when worn in view, (should be / shall be) either black, silver, gold, gray, or brown in color and (should only be / shall only be) worn on the duty belt.

Answer 10

shall be / shall only be

Question 11

WHO exercises operational control of the departmental Commercial Enforcement Program (CEP)?

Answer 11

Assistant Commissioner Field

Question 12

The cold weather jumpsuit may be worn by uniformed employees assigned to cold weather Areas. Who designates an Area as “a cold weather Area?”

Answer 12

The appropriate Division Commander

Question 13

Are wearing sunglasses or eyeglasses on top of the head authorized?

Answer 13

No, it is prohibited

Question 14

Are long sleeves permitted to be rolled up or turned under?

Answer 14

No, shall not be rolled up or turned under

Question 15

During a foot pursuit, an Officer tripped over debris, landing on their knees in gravel and grease, causing permanent damage/stains. What form would the Officer fill out as a claim for reimbursement?

Answer 15

CHP 130 – Claim for Reimbursement – Uniform or Equipment Damage

Question 16

What is the maximum repair/replacement cost for prescription glasses/sunglasses?

Answer 16

Up to $120.00 with a receipt

Question 17

Vehicles should not be stopped solely for failure to display year-round registration until the beginning of what month following the month of expiration?

Answer 17

The second month

Question 18

When a disabled vehicle is being towed by a tow truck and that vehicle is determined to be in violation of section 4000(a)(1) CVC, enforcement action (may, should, shall, or shall not) be taken?

Answer 18

Shall not

Question 19

Any nonresident who subsequently becomes a legal resident of CA, shall register their vehicle within how many days?

Answer 19

20 days

Question 20

Is an International Driver License a valid license to operate a motor vehicle?

Answer 20

No, it serves only as a translation of a holder’s foreign government-issued DL into a host country’s language; it conveys no legal right to drive in California and should not be recognized as proof of identity, residence, legal status, or driving privilege

Question 21

Does a driver with a Driver License issued under the provisions of CA AB 60 allow the operation of commercial vehicles?

Answer 21

No, allows the driving privileges for noncommercial vehicles only

Question 22

What are the only authorized jewelry allowed to be worn by uniformed male employees?

Answer 22

Medical or identification bracelets, a total of two conservative rings

Question 23

What are the only authorized jewelry allowed to be worn by uniformed female employees?

Answer 23

Medical or identification bracelets, a total of two conservative rings (a wedding and engagement ring set is considered one ring)

Question 24

What personnel are not required to wear soft-body armor?

Answer 24

Area special duty positions other than primary front counter or watch officer.
Headquarters and Division staff positions.
Communications and Traffic Management Centers.
Commanders are not required to wear soft body armor except when performing field enforcement duties or driving a marked patrol vehicle.

Question 25

What are the only authorized colors of socks to be worn with a uniform?

Answer 25

royal blue, navy blue, or black. Uniformed employees with a foot condition are authorized to wear white socks as specified in writing by the uniformed employee’s physician. If the foot condition exceeds 30 days, the footwear shall be changed to an approved type which covers the sock.

Question 26

When performing patrol duties, all uniformed employees (should/shall) maintain a serviceable, Department-issued High-visibility Reflective Safety Vest readily available within their patrol vehicle?

Answer 26

shall

Question 27

While wearing rainwear, what are the conditions when a uniformed employee may wear the approved CHP cotton utility baseball cap?

Answer 27

Uniformed employees wearing rainwear, provided the utility cap is worn under the hood only. If the rainwear hood is removed from the head, the utility cap shall be removed as well.

Question 28

In the event a uniformed employee is ordered to military duty exceeding how many days, the commander shall ensure all of the employee’s Department-issued equipment is accounted for and stored securely at their command?

Answer 28

90 days

Question 29

Can an officer tow a vehicle with California License Plates for 22651(o)(1)(a) CVC with the plate returning record not on file?

Answer 29

Officers shall not remove a vehicle when an inquiry for an out-of-state or California LP returns with No Record On File.

Question 30

Can an officer tow a vehicle 22651(o)(1)(a) CVC when the vehicle inquiry returns to a vehicle with suspended registration for evidence of financial responsibility?

Answer 30

Officers shall not remove a vehicle when an inquiry returns on a vehicle with a suspended registration for evidence of financial responsibility pursuant to Section 4000.38 CVC

Question 31

What specific purposes may dealers, manufacturer’s representatives or distributors operate or move unregistered vehicles owned or possessed by them, provided special plates are attached to the vehicle or special permits

Answer 31

Any purpose. This privilege is not extended to agents or employees. They may operate such vehicles only when the operation falls within the scope of their employment

Question 32

The total outside width of any vehicle or load shall not exceed what length?

Answer 32

102 inches

Question 33

The maximum legal height permitted for a vehicle or load is what height measured from the surface upon which the vehicle stands?

Answer 33

14 feet, A double-deck bus may be 14 feet 3 inches high

Question 34

The maximum permitted length for a single vehicle is what length?

Answer 34

40 feet

Question 35

Medical certificates approved by the DMV or the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) shall only be valid for how long after the date of the medical examination?

Answer 35

Two years

Question 36

While on your way home in your personal car and you witness a rollover crash, you stop and put your “CALL OUT JACKET” on. You begin scene management and request another witness to call for an ambulance. Is this within department policy?

Answer 36

YES—hpm 73.5 chp 6 page 6 allows and officer who is off duty and becomes involved in an emergency incident to wear that jacket.

Question 37

When performing patrol duties, uniformed employees operating a patrol car should or shall keep the campaign hat (felt or straw) readily available within the vehicle?

Answer 37

Shall

Question 38

True or False? A scarf may be worn with the blue patrol jacket, leather motorcycle jacket, cold weather parka, or cold weather jumpsuit.

Answer 38

True