Off-duty employment

Question 1

Who should the officer’s prospective employer contact for Certificate of Insurance requirements?

Answer 1

The officer’s prospective employer should contact the Public Integrity Unit.

Question 2

What is the officer’s responsibility regarding monitoring insurance coverage expiration?

Answer 2

The officer’s responsibility is to monitor expiration dates to ensure continuous insurance coverage.

Question 3

Under what circumstances will an officer be covered by an off-duty employer’s insurance policy?

Answer 3

An officer is covered by the off-duty employer’s insurance policy unless otherwise required by law.

Question 4

What employment activity must an officer avoid during off-duty hours?

Answer 4

An officer must not participate in any labor dispute during off-duty hours.

Question 5

Can an officer work on a case for both off-duty employer and the department simultaneously?

Answer 5

No, an officer should not work on a case for both entities simultaneously.

Question 6

Are officers allowed to detain someone solely for the purpose of assisting a private entity?

Answer 6

No, officers should not detain or use force solely for private entity assistance.

Question 7

What type of off-duty employment is prohibited for department employees?

Answer 7

Off-duty employment that would reflect unfavorably upon the department is prohibited.

Question 8

What activities are officers specifically prohibited from engaging in as off-duty employment?

Answer 8

Officers are prohibited from certain activities such as working in alcohol establishments.

Question 9

What is the restriction on off-duty employment for department employees marked on sick leave?

Answer 9

They shall not work any off-duty employment while on sick leave.

Question 10

When can a department employee engage in off-duty employment after taking sick leave?

Answer 10

They shall not engage in any off-duty employment within the same 24-hour period.

Question 11

What should an employee on any status other than regular duty do regarding off-duty employment?

Answer 11

Contact the Public Integrity Unit for approval to continue working off-duty.

Question 12

What criteria must be met for off-duty employment approval for an employee on a status other than regular duty?

Answer 12

Criteria include prohibition from using police authority, no negative impact on recovery, and ability to perform safely.

Question 13

Can department facilities be used for off-duty employment without a law enforcement purpose?

Answer 13

No, they should not be used for off-duty employment without a legitimate law enforcement purpose.

Question 14

When can notifications be sent out by off-duty companies to department employees using department equipment?

Answer 14

Occasional notifications are acceptable and not considered a violation.

Question 15

Under what conditions can an officer use their assigned take-home vehicle for off-duty employment?

Answer 15

As long as they comply with collective bargaining agreements and department regulations.

Question 16

When must an officer wear the duty uniform for off-duty employment with a security or public safety aspect?

Answer 16

The duty uniform should be worn unless otherwise approved by the Chief of Police.

Question 17

For plain clothes off-duty employment requiring law enforcement action, what guidance is provided for officers?

Answer 17

They should try to have a uniformed officer present before contacting suspects.

Question 18

What does ‘public safety’ encompass in the context of off-duty employment?

Answer 18

It includes requests requiring a regular duty officer or situations needing law enforcement presence.

Question 19

What form is required for agreements related to off-duty employment of police officers from the Lexington Police Department?

Answer 19

Off-Duty Employment Agreement for Employment of Off-Duty Police Officers (Form #261).

Question 20

What form needs to be submitted and approved for off-duty work authorization?

Answer 20

Off-Duty Work Authorization Form 260.

Question 21

Who reviews potential job assignments to determine their appropriateness for off-duty employment?

Answer 21

Public Integrity Unit and the Chief’s Office.

Question 22

What happens if an employer appeals a denial by PIU?

Answer 22

The appeal goes to the Chief’s Office for a final decision.

Question 23

What happens if an employee works in an assignment not approved by PIU and the Chief of Police?

Answer 23

All off-duty assignments get suspended until compliance is met.

Question 24

When can a verbal approval for an assignment be given?

Answer 24

When time constraints prevent submission and approval of forms.

Question 25

What must be submitted if an officer’s off-duty employment involves law enforcement authority?

Answer 25

Off-Duty Work Authorization and Employment Agreement.

Question 26

What are officers prohibited from doing while working as a courtesy officer?

Answer 26

Enforcing property rules, serving civil process, collecting rent, towing vehicles.

Question 27

What must an officer do to access departmental information related to part-time employment as a courtesy officer?

Answer 27

Submit an Open Records Request.

Question 28

What forms need to be submitted for out of county off-duty employment as a security provider?

Answer 28

Off-Duty Work Authorization and Employment Agreement for Out of County Employment.

Question 29

Who must complete and sign Form #282 for out of county off-duty employment?

Answer 29

The employer and the employee.

Question 30

When can a private person make an arrest according to KRS 431.005?

Answer 30

When a felony has been committed in fact and there is probable cause.

Question 31

What happens after the Public Integrity Unit reviews the appropriate form(s)?

Answer 31

They are forwarded to the Office of the Chief for approval or disapproval.

Question 32

What action should an officer take if there are changes in their off-duty employment terms?

Answer 32

Notify the Public Integrity Unit in writing.

Question 33

What is required for a civilian employee to start off-duty employment involving security-related services?

Answer 33

Completion and approval of an Off-Duty Work Authorization (Form #260).

Question 34

How can a civilian employee find out the status of their off-duty employment?

Answer 34

By contacting the Public Integrity Unit for clarification and assistance.

Question 35

What is the process for appealing a decision of the Chief of Police regarding off-duty employment?

Answer 35

Submitting a written grievance to the Commissioner of Public Safety and ultimately to the Chief Administrative Officer.

Question 36

Under what circumstances can the approval for off-duty employment be revoked?

Answer 36

If it impairs or interferes with the employee’s departmental duties.

Question 37

What are the general standards of conduct for officers and civilian employees in off-duty employment?

Answer 37

Conform to all laws and departmental policies, enforce the law, but not employer’s rules that are not law violations.

Question 38

What are officers placed in administrative assignment or on suspension prohibited from doing?

Answer 38

Engaging in off-duty employment.

Question 39

When may authority be used for private or commercial purposes?

Answer 39

Authority may be used for private or commercial purposes in various scenarios as mentioned in the notes.

Question 40

What are some situations where an officer’s police identification should not be used during private investigation employment?

Answer 40

Police identification should not be used during private investigation employment involving access to department information, records, or law enforcement powers.

Question 41

In what instances should department canines and Mounted Unit horses not be used for off-duty employment?

Answer 41

Department canines and Mounted Unit horses should not be used unless authorized by the Chief of Police after review by the Public Integrity Unit.

Question 42

What information should an officer notify E911 of prior to beginning off-duty employment with police authority?

Answer 42

Location of assignment, start and ending times, uniform status, and vehicle use.

Question 43

How should multiple officers working the same off-duty employment handle the notification requirement to E911?

Answer 43

One officer can complete the notification on behalf of all others or contact E911 by telephone for all involved officers.

Question 44

What is the purpose of G.O. 1973-15M according to the notes?

Answer 44

To establish guidelines for off-duty employment of Lexington Police Department employees.

Question 45

According to the policy, what must an employee’s primary duty and allegiance remain with?

Answer 45

The Lexington Police Department.

Question 46

What is considered off-duty employment as per the definitions in the notes?

Answer 46

Providing services to any person or entity excluding the Lexington Police Department in exchange for a fee or service.

Question 47

What responsibilities do officers have regarding their duty uniform as mentioned in the notes?

Answer 47

To have readily available and properly maintain it in good working order.

Question 48

What kind of work is included under off-duty employment in the notes?

Answer 48

Both paid work and unpaid volunteer or charitable work under certain conditions specified.

Question 49

According to department policy, what is the primary responsibility of all officers?

Answer 49

Public safety.

Question 50

Can off-duty officers be directed to respond to incidents close to their off-duty employment location?

Answer 50

Yes, on a temporary basis until on-duty officers establish control of the scene.