What are the two types of patrol techniques and explain the advantages and disadvantages.
Reactive- immediate response to an incident.
proactive-Making one on one citizen contact. Ex: Talking with community to get information.
Define “Roll call” and identify the purpose of it.
A brief meeting attended before each shift. It gives an officer information about current issues.
what equipment should be inspected prior to going out on patrol and for each one, why?
first aid kit, biohazard gear, weapons, radio, flashlights. Inspection is encouraged to ensure equipment is in working order.
What information is essential for a BOLO when it comes to a wanted person and A stolen vehicle.
Wanted person: Suspects name, reason for BOLO
A stolen vehicle: Make and model, color, license plate, tag #, last known location.
What are good ways to become familiar with an assigned patrol area and why is this important?
identify the boundaries of the assigned area or the officer. Major roadways, landmarks, community.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of Foot Patrol, Vehicle patrol, Mounted patrol.
Foot patrol: High visibility, more access to the cities and towns. Disadvantages: weather conditions.
Vehicle patrol: High mobility, fast. Disadvantages: Limited in movement
Mounted patrol: crowd control. Disadvantages: training and maintenance.
Identify what types of things you might come across while on patrol that could pose a safety hazard to yourself or others.
Junk on the road, vehicle accidents.
When dispatch calls your “call sign” how do you let them know you are listening?
Give identification (call sign) and current location.
After you “answer up” they will dispatch you to a “call” what policing do you need?
Reactive
What kinds of information will dispatch give you?
The location, contacts of the call, safety
After you receive the information what should you tell dispatch?
Acknowledge the call,backup
Why do you need to tell dispatch these things?
Ensure your safety, and remember your call is being recorded.
If you are dispatched, what should you consider in advance to prepare?
