13.2 Field Training & Evaluation Program

Question 1

The FTEP Coordinator will prepare a
___ field training and evaluation report, identifying and analyzing the causes for the resignation or termination of trainees.

Answer 1

QUARTERLY

Question 2

FTEP:/INTERVIEWS FOR FTO
Each station should maintain a list at all times of those applicants who have been interviewed and are acceptable for potential vacancies. The results of the oral interview and past performance are taken into consideration for acceptance to potential vacancies. This applies to initial applicants or certified personnel who have not served on a training squad for more than ___.

Answer 2

ONE YEAR

Question 3

Active FTOs are required to attend one Executive Developmental Institute (EDI) course at the supervisory management level when available, or an FTEP approved course offered by the MDPSTIRC, to maintain annual recertification. Field training personnel not assigned to a field training squad must assess ___ BLE practicums per calendar year to maintain certification.

Answer 3

three eight-hour

Question 4

After graduation from BLE training at the MDPSTIRC, the newly appointed PPOs are assigned to a shift in one of the districts to begin a ___ week, six phase, training and evaluation schedule as outlined in the Basic Structure. The first four phases consist of intensified field training and evaluation, and comprise the first seventeen (17) weeks of the FTEP in the field. During this time the PPO is supervised, trained, and evaluated daily by an FTO. The remaining two (2) phases cover thirty-five (35) weeks and involve special training and evaluations as depicted. The PPO is functioning alone during this time, except as described below. For the purpose of this chapter and part, a week shall be defined as a 40-hour work week.

Answer 4

fifty-two (52)

Question 5

PROs will complete two ___-day training and evaluation phases with an FTO. Upon successful completion of these phases, the PRO will have completed the FTEP and may then be assigned to ride with any uniformed officer.

Answer 5

20

Question 6

Valid Training Days and Weeks:
To be credited for a valid training day, the PPO must be under the direct supervision of a certified FTO. To complete the FTEP, a PPO must complete __ valid training weeks and ___ valid evaluation weeks. If the PPO must ride with an officer who is not an FTO, the PPO will not be credited with a valid training day.

Answer 6

12 & 4

Question 7

Any absence in excess of __ calendar days, including light-duty, is cause for the district major/commander to contact the concerned division chief to discuss the necessity of reclassifying the PPO to POT until the PPO returns to his regular assignment.

Answer 7

30

Question 8

PPOs, including lateral entry and former officers, will not work off-regular-duty police service jobs until satisfactory completion of Phase __.

Answer 8

FIVE

Question 9

A waiver of the End of Phase Assessment meeting at the end of Phase ___ should be carefully discussed. This is considered the most critical point in the PPO’s training, as a decision must be made as to whether the PPO is progressing at a rate that would indicate successful completion of Phase ___ and of the FTEP.

Answer 9

two & three

Question 10

FTEP:
Rephasing during the FTEP, if necessary, should be done in Phase ____ if any doubt exists about the PPO’s progress. A rephase in phase ____ is still an option if criteria warrant such action; however, it should only occur in extraordinary circumstances.

Answer 10

2 & 3

Question 11

FTEP:
_____ is: The MDPSTIRC, Field Training Unit Supervisor coordinates the FTEP for the entire Department. ____ has overall responsibility for administration and maintenance of the program. He or she continuously monitors the program to identify problem areas and implements any necessary modifications.

Answer 11

Field Training and Evaluation Program (FTEP) Coordinator

Question 12

True or False?
FTOs receive specialized training in instructional and supervisory techniques. FTOs will train trainees within the philosophy and objectives of the FTEP. Under NO circumstances will a PPO function as an FTO.

Answer 12

True

Question 13

True or False?
Emergency Staffing: In cases of operational necessity, non-FTO certified personnel may be temporarily assigned to a field training squad with the approval of the concerned district major/commander. Temporarily assigned personnel will perform normal road unit assignments and will not train, or provide direction to, trainees until FTO certification is attained.

Answer 13

True

Question 14

Termination of FTO status occurs when an FTO promotes to any rank above corporal and or transfers to a non-uniformed assignment outside of a district station in excess of ___ years.

Answer 14

2

Question 15

Can probationary sergeant be assigned to a district FTO squad?

Answer 15

Yes, at the discretion of the major/commander and if:
1. They were promoted while actively serving on an FTO squad
2. There are no other qualified candidates in the district
3. They have been a certified FTO in excess of a year

Question 16

is FTS attendance at annual recertification training sessions is mandatory?

Answer 16

Yes! Reasons for failure to attend scheduled training will be explained in a memorandum to the respective district coordinator with a copy to the FTEP Coordinator. Failure to attend training may cause the FTS to be removed from the program.

Question 17

FTEP: INFO
FTOs will not adjust schedules, except in cases of emergency or hardship, and are encouraged not to use compensatory time off, or annual leave while assigned a PPO. Utilization of an FTO as an acting supervisor when not assigned a PPO is left to the discretion of the respective major/commander. FTOs and corporals will not simultaneously act in the capacity of FTO and acting supervisor.

Answer 17

INFO

Question 18

FTEP:
After graduation from BLE training at the MDPSTIRC, the newly appointed PPOs are assigned to a shift in one of the districts to begin a ___ week, six phase, training and evaluation.

Answer 18

fifty-two (52

Question 19

FTEP:
During the last week of Phase __, a decision must be made whether or not to pass the PPO on to Phase ___. This is a critical point in the PPO’s training and the responsibility for this decision
does not rest with the FTO alone. It is important that the FTS and District Field Training Coordinator also participate in the decision by reviewing the PPO’s progress at this point; not only
through discussions with the FTO, but also by a thorough review of the PPO’s file to ensure that the documentation is complete, consistent, and that all weaknesses as noted verbally by the FTO are documented in writing as well.

Answer 19

Two & Three

*In no instance should the PPO who is marginal in Phase Two be passed on to Phase Three with the idea that if it is not successful, the PPO can be rephased in Phase Three.

Question 20

FTEP:
Phase Five is __ weeks in duration and is completed in conjunction with the six-month evaluation, including a possible merit increase.

Answer 20

eight (8)

Question 21

FTEP:
There are two types of remedial training: one is most common, spending a few extra minutes explaining or demonstrating a skill or task to a PPO. If several attempts at this type of remedial training fail to alleviate the problem, more intensive methods are necessary. It should be noted at this point that if the PPO is not responding to these normal training techniques, the weak areas should be marked ____ on the Daily Evaluation filled out by the FTO. The second type of remedial training is a prescribed remedial training plan which must be devised and put into writing in the form of a memorandum.

Answer 21

NRT (not responding to training)