NLVPD Procedure CH2 Flashcards
To report back to duty in a timely manner when called back, all personnel must reside in the __________ area.
Greater Las Vegas Metropolitan
Examples of areas include North Las Vegas, Henderson, Boulder City, or the City of Las Vegas
Commissioned personnel assigned to the K-9 Bureau, Narcotics Division, SRT, and the Special Operations Division must live within __________ miles of the geographical center of North Las Vegas.
30 miles
Employees must notify the Department of any address change within __________ hours.
72
Employees are required to complete a Personal Information Form (PIF) __________.
Annually
The Department provides a yearly physical exam for commissioned officers by a City chosen __________.
Physician
Employees must have their physical exam within __________ calendar days of the date on the medical exam notice.
30
If an officer is unable to schedule the exam, their __________ is responsible for informing the Chief through chain of command.
Immediate supervisor
Noise control levels can be reduced by __________, such as rotating personnel or rescheduling operations.
Administrative controls
Engineering controls involve __________, such as reducing noise at the source through mufflers or maintenance.
Noise reduction
The Range Master will ensure all range attendees wear __________ hearing protection.
Double
Employees must submit a Request for Training form through their __________ to obtain a Notary Public appointment.
Chain of command
The online training class for Notary Public appointments is provided by the __________.
Nevada Secretary of State’s Office
If an employee fails the training class, they can retake it within __________ days.
30
Notary applicants must obtain and file a __________ with the Training Division.
Surety Bond
Once the Notary Certificate of Appointment is received, the Training Division will purchase a __________ and notary journal book.
Notarial stamp
All full-time PD employees will be issued a Department photo ID/proximity access card by the ________.
Records Division/Work Cards Bureau
With the exception of those working in ________ assignments, all commissioned personnel will be in uniform in their Department photo ID.
undercover
Photo ID cards should be kept current, and the photo and information on the card should not be more than ________ years old.
5
When an individual’s photo ID/proxy access card reaches 5 years old, an appointment should be made with the ________ to update the photo and information.
Records Division/Work Cards Bureau
All staff will visibly display their issued ________ at all times while on NLVPD premises to ensure the security of the Department.
badge and photo ID
The security matrix of PD photo ID/proxy access cards depends on the ________ of the person to whom it is issued.
position and/or rank
If a photo ID/proxy access card is lost or stolen, the employee will report it immediately to their ________.
supervisor
Employees will be held accountable for the replacement costs of their photo ID/proxy card unless the replacement is due to ________.
Department error
Requests for history searches of proxy access card/fob device usage must be approved by a member of the ________.
Command Staff
After receiving approval, requests for access device usage history must be submitted to the ________ via email or memo.
Systems Support Division Captain
The request for access device usage history must contain all of the following EXCEPT:
Exact time of the device’s last use
When submitting a history search request, the following information must be included EXCEPT:
Department member’s supervisor
A memo listing pattern usage, each incident, hours used per incident or occurrence, dates, and reason for sick leave is required when ________.
counseling an employee for sick leave abuse
The Division Captain/Manager will review the packet submitted by the supervisor and, if an identified pattern exists, approve the ________.
counseling form
After counseling, the employee will sign and date the ________ at the conclusion of the counseling session.
counseling form
If an employee refuses to sign the counseling form, the supervisor will request a ________ to sign as a witness to the refusal.
second supervisor
When secondary counseling is required, the supervisor will forward all documentation to the ________ for review.
Division Captain/Manager
A secondary counseling form will require the employee to provide a ________ for any future use of sick leave.
doctor’s certificate
To successfully complete the Employee Development Plan, an employee can have used ________ incident of sick leave during the Employee Development Plan.
one
If an employee fails the Employee Development Plan, the employee will be ________ for discipline.
recommended
When an employee fails to meet the directive of the Employee Development Plan or continues chronic sick leave usage, the Division Captain/Manager will forward all pertinent documentation to the ________.
Chief of Police
All personnel must fill out a ________ when using annual leave.
leave request form
If there is adequate staffing for the requested annual leave time, the supervisor will make a notation on the ________.
leave request form
For holiday leave, if a relief employee is not available, the leave will ________.
not be approved
Military leave requires personnel to fill out a Leave Request form and attach ________, if applicable.
orders
Extended leave without pay can only be approved in writing by the ________.
City Manager
Commissioned personnel are granted a minimum of ________ hours between scheduled shifts under normal conditions.
8
Officers in field training, on light or modified duty, or on an employee development plan are ________ to work contracted or patrol overtime.
ineligible
Officers may accumulate ________ time in lieu of overtime pay, except for contracted or grant-funded assignments.
compensatory
When an officer is assigned to contracted overtime, they must notify the ________ when reporting for duty.
Watch Commander
Officers who are unable to work a contracted overtime shift must find a ________ to cover their shift.
replacement
If an officer fails to report to a contracted overtime assignment without finding a replacement, they may be subject to ________.
disciplinary action
Officers will not be permitted to work contracted overtime events on the same day they missed any portion of their regular shift due to ________ usage.
sick leave
In the case of patrol overtime, a supervisor will utilize the ________ to send a message to eligible officers containing assignment details.
Police Pager
Mandatory overtime should be avoided whenever possible by utilizing the ________ procedure.
Patrol Overtime
When mandatory overtime is unavoidable, it will be rotated from the ________ officer to the most senior officer on a shift.
most junior
If an off-duty officer is required to return to work with fewer than ________ hours of notice, they will receive a minimum of four hours of overtime.
12
Employees on standby must remain ________ and accessible by phone.
fit for duty
When unanticipated events require additional officers, the Watch Commander may use the ________ to send a message to the appropriate personnel.
Police Pager
Overtime for civilian personnel will be distributed in accordance with ________.
current collective bargaining agreements
An employee must report for and work his/her last scheduled shift preceding the overtime in order to be eligible for ________.
call-out overtime
Employees may not be scheduled for more than ________ hours of overtime per workday.
5
Employees on light or restricted duty are ________ for overtime until they have been given a full release.
ineligible
Employees may not work more than ________ out of three days off for overtime.
two
There should be at least ________ hours of off-duty time between shifts worked.
8
If an employee signs up for overtime but cannot work the shift, they are required to contact their ________ immediately.
supervisor
Commissioned employees are required to submit a memo of resignation through the chain of command ________ prior.
to the required notice period
There should be at least ________ hours of off-duty time between shifts worked.
8
This is a requirement for ensuring adequate rest for employees.
If an employee signs up for overtime but cannot work the shift, they are required to contact their ________ immediately.
supervisor
Prompt communication is essential for staffing adjustments.
Commissioned employees are required to submit a memo of resignation through the chain of command ________ prior to retirement or voluntary resignation.
30 days
This allows for proper transition and documentation.
Non-commissioned employees must submit a memo of resignation according to the ________.
current collective bargaining agreement
This ensures compliance with negotiated terms.
All employees must obtain a list of items from the ________ that will need to be turned in upon departure.
Resource Management Division
Proper clearance is required before final pay is issued.
Employees will need to turn in all items, including badges and identification cards/fobs, to ________ prior to receiving final pay.
Resource Management
This is part of the exit process for employees.
Commissioned personnel retiring with ________ years of honorable service should advise the Chief of Police of the size badge and type of holder desired.
20
This is a recognition of long service.
Any retirement badge award for commissioned personnel with less than ________ years of service will be at the discretion of the Chief of Police.
10
This allows for flexibility in recognizing service.
Commissioned personnel who fail to provide the required ________ advance notification of their retirement may be denied a retirement badge.
30-day
Timely notification is crucial for processing retirement awards.
Commissioned personnel with ________ or more years of honorable service may receive an HR-218 letter at their request.
10
This letter is important for retired officers’ carry rights.
Employees should contact their ________ provider directly if they participate in Deferred Compensation.
Deferred Comp
Direct communication is necessary for managing retirement plans.
Employees will receive COBRA information from their ________.
Insurance carrier
This is vital for understanding health insurance options after employment.
Employees are required to update their ________ with Human Resources if their contact information changes before their last day.
address
Keeping contact information current is important for final communications.
Employees who have more than ________ years of employment with the City are vested with the Nevada Public Employee Retirement System (PERS).
5
Vesting is key for retirement benefits eligibility.
To take advantage of Nevada PERS benefits, employees should stop by the ________ office to pick up an application.
PERS
This process is necessary for accessing retirement benefits.
Once a retirement date is confirmed, employees must schedule an appointment with ________.
HR
Human Resources assists with retirement processing.
Employees need to provide appropriate documentation, such as ________, when applying for PERS retirement benefits.
birth, marriage, divorce certificates
These documents verify personal status for retirement applications.
Department members initiating the call back procedure will first call the employee on an ________.
available cell phone number
This ensures quick communication during emergencies.
If voice mail is reached during the call back procedure, ________.
leave instructions for the employee
Clear instructions help ensure the employee knows what to do next.
After calling the employee’s cell phone and reaching voicemail, department members will then call the employee’s ________.
residence
This increases the chances of successful contact.
Department members should wait ________ minutes before proceeding to the next person on the call back list.
10
This allows time for responses before moving on.
The ________ Police Pager function may be utilized as the primary means of notification in emergencies requiring a substantial number of personnel.
ePD
This system is designed for efficient mass communication.
Department members initiating calls for a standby procedure will first call the employee using an ________.
available cell phone number
This is the preferred method for urgent notifications.
If the employee does not respond within ________ minutes during the standby procedure, a call to their residence should be placed.
10
Prompt follow-up is essential in standby situations.
While on standby, employees must respond within ________ minutes to the calling party, acknowledging the message.
10
Timely acknowledgment is critical for operational readiness.
Employees on standby must be prepared to report to duty within ________ hour(s) of being notified.
1 hour
Quick response is necessary for effective emergency management.
Employees on standby must not engage in activities that would ________ them from reporting to duty as required.
hinder
Staying available ensures readiness for duty.
Personnel placed on standby will be compensated in accordance with ________.
current contractual agreements or City Ordinances
Compensation policies are governed by existing agreements.
Call back pay recorded and requests for compensation will include ________.
time notified, time reported, and who authorized the call back
Accurate records are necessary for payroll processing.
The Operations Division Commanders or designee will keep an “________” listing all commissioned personnel choosing to be included in the extra-duty employment opportunity rotation.
Overtime Opportunity Roster
This roster facilitates fair distribution of extra-duty work.
Upon being notified of extra-duty employment opportunities, the Operations Division Commanders or designee will offer the officer at the ________ of the rotation a chance to participate.
top
This ensures that opportunities are given in order.
If an officer declines an extra-duty employment opportunity, their name will go to the ________ of the rotation.
bottom
This maintains fairness in opportunity distribution.
Entry-level officers will not be permitted to perform extra-duty employment until after ________.
completing field training
This is to ensure they are adequately prepared for additional duties.
Employees on injury leave or limited duty status must get ________ from the Chief of Police or designee to perform extra-duty employment.
written permission
Approval is necessary to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
If an officer is unable to attend the scheduled overtime, they must ________ at least four hours before the event.
notify the Operations Division Commanders or designee
Timely notification allows for adjustment in staffing.
If no sergeant signs up for an extra-duty employment event within three days, an ________ may fill the position.
officer
This allows for coverage of necessary duties.
The sergeant or senior officer is responsible for ________ and directing all overtime papers for review to the Operations Division Commanders or designee.
securing necessary equipment
Equipment readiness is important for successful extra-duty performance.
Upon arrival at the extra-duty employment site, a Department Overtime Form must be ________ by the representative of the extra-duty employer.
signed or initialed
This serves as documentation of the event.
Extra-duty employment will be restricted to Clark County School District activities and other activities ________ by the Operations Division Commanders or designee.
approved
This ensures that the duties align with departmental values.
The secondary employer must officially request NLVPD employees using original letterhead signed by an ________ or higher, or Manager of the requesting company.
Assistant Principal
This establishes formal approval for extra-duty assignments.
Extra-duty employment will not be authorized if it ________ with police ethics or raises a question of conflict of interest.
conflicts
Maintaining ethical standards is essential for police integrity.
Employees performing extra-duty employment will devote their primary attention to ________.
police duties
Primary focus must remain on law enforcement responsibilities.
Injuries received during extra-duty employment will be handled the same as if received ________.
while on normal duty with the City
This provides consistency in handling employee injuries.
Information concerning criminal activity or other matters of police concern that is unrelated to the extra-duty employment shall be forwarded to an ________ as soon as possible.
on-duty supervisor
Prompt reporting is critical for effective law enforcement.
When a minor misdemeanor comes to the attention of an off-duty officer, the officer will attempt to ________ involvement.
avoid
Off-duty officers should refrain from intervening unless necessary.
If the incident justifies it, the off-duty officer will contact the ________ agency for necessary services.
appropriate law enforcement
This ensures that the situation is handled by the right authorities.
Officers will not exercise their official authority in disputes to which they are a ________.
party
This prevents conflicts of interest in personal matters.
Officers may exercise their official authority only in cases where there is an ________ danger to themselves or others.
immediate
This ensures that official power is used appropriately.
Officers involved in off-duty enforcement action that could involve any allegation of misconduct shall immediately notify the ________.
on-duty Watch Commander
Immediate notification is necessary for accountability.
Upon being involved in off-duty enforcement action, the officer will provide a full and accurate account of the circumstances ________.
through their chain of command
This maintains a formal reporting structure.
Officers involved in off-duty enforcement action will notify the Special Investigations Bureau ________.
immediately after the event
Timely reporting is crucial for investigations.
Compensation for off-duty enforcement action will be in accordance with the ________.
contractual agreement
Pay for off-duty work is governed by existing contracts.
No employee shall bring a civil suit for damages sustained in the line of duty without first reporting the nature of the suit to the ________.
Chief of Police
This is necessary for departmental awareness and legal preparation.
Employees becoming officially aware that they will be named as a respondent in a civil suit stemming from their acting in an official capacity will immediately notify the ________ in writing.
Chief of Police
Written notification ensures proper documentation.
Summonses and complaints naming or directed to the Department or City as a whole must be served on the ________.
City Clerk
This is the designated point of contact for legal documents.
When an employee receives a summons and believes the case arises out of events occurring in the course and scope of employment, they will send the summons along with a Request for Representation memo to the ________.
Chief of Police
This process is vital for legal representation.
If the documents subpoenaed are addressed to Custodian of Records, the subpoena will be served directly to the ________.
Police Records Division Manager or designee
This ensures the correct handling of official records.
If the employee is being served for a personal or non-City matter, the employee will come to the process server for a ________ meeting to effect personal service.
brief personal
Personal service is handled directly for non-official matters.
The DMV Administrative Hearing Office will send the subpoena directly to the officer’s ________ in the format of a meeting invitation.
work e-mail address
This ensures that the officer receives all relevant notices.
If the officer is not available to testify, the officer would decline the invite and follow up with a ________ form that the sergeant would sign and fax back to the Hearing Office.
non-appearance
This form is important for documenting the officer’s absence.
Employees subpoenaed to give testimony in court about events arising out of their employment must appear as instructed, or they must notify the appropriate representative if they cannot appear due to ________ or other legitimate reason.
illness
This ensures accountability for court appearances.
What form must an officer follow up with if they cannot testify?
non-appearance
This form must be signed by the sergeant and faxed back to the Hearing Office.
What must employees do if subpoenaed to testify but cannot appear due to a legitimate reason?
notify the appropriate representative
Legitimate reasons include illness or vacation.
Who will the supervisor forward a memorandum to if an employee cannot appear for a Municipal Court subpoena?
City Attorney’s office
What is the purpose of performance evaluations?
to assess how well employees are performing
This ensures management decisions regarding selection, placement, training, promotion, and pay are consistent with broad objectives.
The results of employee ratings can help determine the need for __________.
Employee training
Where can the Annual Evaluation form for commissioned personnel be found?
Network drive assigned to the PD
The written evaluation for commissioned employees should be completed __________ days before the end of their probationary period.
30
Evaluations for non-commissioned personnel will be conducted __________.
On a yearly basis and on the employee’s anniversary date
If an employee’s performance is deemed unsatisfactory, they must be notified in writing at least __________ days before the end of the rating period.
30
Special evaluations can be requested by a supervisor if __________ exist to warrant it.
Serious performance issues
In the evaluation process, supervisors must observe employee performance in relation to __________.
The employee’s performance standards and the tasks they hold
When evaluating performance, raters should record significant events, including __________.
Events related to performance such as feedback reviews or accomplishments
The best reporting system for evaluations should focus on minimizing __________.
Human differences
Evaluators should rate employees based on __________ instead of general impressions.
Specific performance factors
The employee’s evaluation form must include __________.
Ratings for all specified categories
What should happen if an employee refuses to sign the evaluation?
The rater must note the refusal, and a second supervisor must cosign
If an employee is rated as ‘Does Not Meet Expectations,’ what must be completed?
Career Development Plan
The rating scale for non-commissioned personnel includes __________.
- Needs Improvement
- Exceeds Standard
- Does Not Meet Expectations
- Above Standard
What is the main objective of the Department’s training program?
To provide training at various levels including basic, intermediate, advanced, supervisory, managerial, and executive
Who is responsible for ensuring that employees complete their minimum training requirements?
Supervisors
What is a responsibility of the Training Division?
Providing and implementing mandatory and optional training
What must be completed by the employee when requesting training with fees?
A Request for Training or Travel form
When must out-of-area training requests be submitted?
45 calendar days prior to the class start date
What action should an employee take if they cannot attend a scheduled training session?
Notify their immediate supervisor and provide an explanation for the absence
What must an employee submit to request reimbursement for additional expenses after completing a training course?
Submit a Travel Expense Report with receipts and written justification
When are employees required to submit their completed Expense Report?
Within 10 calendar days of completing travel and returning to work
What must employees do regarding training attendance verification?
Employees must submit verification of attendance if no certificate is issued
In which situation might the Department agree to reimburse an employee for training expenses?
When additional or unforeseen expenses arise during an approved training course
What must employees do for cancellations of training classes?
Notify the Training Division in writing through their chain of command for cancellations
How long in advance must training requests involving out-of-area travel be submitted for per diem checks?
30 calendar days
What should employees do if a training class is cancelled by the training agency?
The Training Division will notify the employee, supervisor, and Resource Management Division
What is the primary purpose of the proficiency test administered after in-service training?
To determine an employee’s ability to perform an alternate assignment
What happens if an employee is denied approval for training at any level?
The denial will be sent to the Training Division, and the employee will be informed with an explanation
Only personnel demonstrating __________ will be allowed to carry Department-authorized firearms.
proficiency in safe handling, use, and laws concerning firearms
What may result from failure to meet minimum proficiency in firearms qualification?
remedial firearms training
Commissioned personnel must qualify with authorized firearms at least __________ each calendar year.
twice
Commissioned Police/Marshal personnel will qualify with their __________ at least once during each Department scheduled qualification period.
primary duty handgun, backup handgun, shotguns, and rifles
All commissioned personnel must qualify annually with Department issued __________.
less lethal weapons
If commissioned personnel obtain a score high enough for a __________, what will be completed?
marksmanship tab
What must a commissioned employee submit if they fail to attend a Department scheduled qualification period?
memo explaining the circumstances surrounding the missed qualification period
If an employee adds a firearm to their authorized inventory list, they must qualify with it twice during the __________.
third quarter
Pregnant officers may be exempt from mandatory firearms qualifications without affecting their __________.
peace officer certification of status
What must a pregnant officer do regarding firearms-related activities?
Schedule a qualification on the professional range instruction simulator (PRISim)
An officer who hasn’t filled out a waiver may only fire their weapon in __________.
self-defense or the defense of others
The Training Division will maintain records of range scores that are verifiable as true and accurate by the __________.
Firearms Coordinator or designee
If the Sergeant is not on duty, who will prepare for and conduct the briefing?
Lieutenant
Supervisors are required to maintain and annotate items of interest in __________.
ePD and the Offendertrak Facility Log for Correction Services
If the Offendertrak system is not available, supervisors should annotate items of interest in the __________.
Sergeant’s log book
Preparation for the briefing begins __________ minutes prior to the start of the shift.
30
Briefing will cover all of the following EXCEPT:
Personal vacation requests
Generally, briefing will not last more than __________ minutes beyond the start of the shift.
20
Employees must be __________ prior to the start of briefing.
seated and fully dressed
All units will be in service by __________ past the hour of the start of the shift.
30 minutes
Officers whose shift assignments do not fall within regularly scheduled shift hours will contact the __________.
on-duty supervisor
Supervisors conducting briefing will issue __________ to personnel.
vehicles and equipment
What is the recommended time for officers to contact the on-duty supervisor for briefing information?
30 minutes
This is based on the specified time frame for shift assignments.
Who will issue vehicles and equipment to personnel during briefing?
on-duty supervisor
Supervisors conducting briefing will issue vehicles and equipment and note it in the log.
What is the status of equipment rooms when not in use?
locked
Equipment rooms must remain locked unless being used to issue equipment.
Who is authorized to receive a key to the equipment storage area?
Supervisors and authorized personnel
Only these individuals will be issued a key.
Requests by union representatives to address union members must be submitted __________ to the Area Commander.
in advance
This ensures proper scheduling and notification.
Attendance during union representative discussions at briefing is limited to __________.
Personnel represented by the specific labor organization
This ensures that only relevant individuals are present.
The exchange of information during union discussions will be done in a __________ manner.
professional and respectful
This promotes a constructive dialogue.
All communication with the insurance broker will be handled through the __________.
Risk Manager
This centralizes communication regarding insurance matters.
Internal matters concerning insurance should be discussed with the __________.
Risk Manager
This is the designated authority for insurance matters.
Any potential loss caused by negligence must be reported to the __________.
Risk Manager
Timely reporting is crucial for managing risks.
Information regarding potential losses cannot be submitted to outside agencies without the __________ of the Risk Manager.
authorization
This protects sensitive information.
Employees should not make __________ of fault in the event of an accident involving a third party.
admissions
This safeguards the City from liability.
Where may employees inform the other party that a claim for damages can be filed?
Office of the City Clerk
This is the appropriate office for claims.
Certificates of Insurance should be submitted to the __________ for review.
Risk Manager
This ensures proper oversight of insurance documents.
Employee volunteers will receive direction through the __________ or designees.
Division Captains
They coordinate volunteer activities.
Employee volunteers will contact employees regarding __________ organization news.
non-emergency
This includes information that is important but not urgent.
The process described in this policy does not replace the __________ call back policy currently in effect.
emergency
This maintains the integrity of emergency procedures.
The use of the emergency call back policy may provide assistance to ensure __________ in information delivery.
expedience
This helps in timely communication during emergencies.
