HPM 70.5

Question 1

HPM 70.5

What is the CHP Explorer Program?

Answer 1

An official departmental program administered in cooperation with the Learning for Life Program

It is designed to provide youth with opportunities to learn about law enforcement.

Question 2

How many levels of explorer training are there?

Answer 2

Four levels

Each level is outlined in Chapter 10, Academy Training, of the manual.

Question 3

What is the duration of Level I training?

Answer 3

24 hours

Conducted at the Area or Division level and serves as a prerequisite for ride-along certification.

Question 4

What is the focus of Level II training?

Answer 4

First aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation

This training consists of a 16-hour block at the Area or Division level.

Question 5

What is the age requirement for Level III training?

Answer 5

18 years and older

Conducted at the CHP Academy as a seven-day, live-in Academy.

Question 6

What is the age requirement for Level IV training?

Answer 6

20 and 21 years old

This is the final training component in preparation for explorers transitioning to cadet.

Question 7

What must happen to donations received by the explorer post?

Answer 7

Deposited into the post’s account within 72 hours

This ensures timely management of funds.

Question 8

Who is the Post Coordinator?

Answer 8

At least the rank of sergeant

Responsible for supervisory duties of the post advisor(s) and the CHP Explorer Program.

Question 9

What is the role of the Post Advisor?

Answer 9

Appointed sworn departmental employee at least one rank below the post coordinator

There is only one post advisor for each explorer post.

Question 10

What is the minimum number of members for an Advisory Committee?

Answer 10

Five permanent members

This committee meets at least annually to discuss explorer post activities.

Question 11

What is required to charter a new explorer post?

Answer 11

• Minimum of four adult advisors
• Minimum of five explorers

The annual charter fee is established by Learning for Life.

Question 12

What is the age range for explorers in the program?

Answer 12

15 to 20 years old

Explorers may continue membership until the end of the chartered year after turning 21.

Question 13

What is the minimum GPA requirement for explorers enrolled in school?

Answer 13

2.0 or higher

This is necessary to maintain good standing in the program.

Question 14

What may happen after three unexcused absences within three months? Explorers

Answer 14

Disciplinary action ranging from a one-month suspension to dismissal

Attendance is crucial for maintaining membership.

Question 15

Who conducts the background investigation for applicants?

Answer 15

Post advisor or designated departmental associate advisor

The Area commander reviews and approves the completed investigation.

Question 16

Receipts or documentation for all explorer post expenditures Must be maintained for how long?

Answer 16

3 years

Question 17

What is the beat code for the Explorer Program?

Answer 17

914

This code is used for tracking purposes.

Question 18

Disbursement of funds from the explorer post checking account in excess of $1,000 requires authorization from whom?

Answer 18

Area commander

Higher amounts require authorization from Division or statewide explorer coordinators.