RADIO PROCEDURES

Question 1

Failsoft

Answer 1

Failsoft is the condition that occurs when there is a radio system failure. The radio stops operating in trunking mode.

Question 2

When the emergency call button on the radio is activated PSC will receive an alert tone and the officer identification. The microphone of the portable radio used to declare the emergency will remain open for how many seconds

Answer 2

10

Question 3

The “900” series clearance codes are no
longer to be used. All warrant services are to
be cleared “700” according to the updated
Clearance Code Matrix.

Answer 3

fyi

Question 4

100 may only be used when a supervisor
(Sergeant or above) determines that a police response is not required or feasible during exigent circumstances such as a Signal 26

Answer 4

fyu

Question 5

The only time the “D” suffix is to be used is

Answer 5

for Police Department Departmental
accidents. This includes marked and
unmarked cruisers, and leased vehicles.