Emergency Vehicle Operations
While responding Code 3, what is your responsibility when approaching a red light?
Slow as necessary and ensure the intersection is clear before proceeding.
Are you justified pulling a gun out on a driver if they drove away from you after a traffic stop?
yes
Where should your eyes be on a corner?
as far down the corner as you can see
Why should officers leave space when stopped behind another vehicle?
To create an escape route or prevent oncoming traffic
what street is in the cul-de-sac
minto
During an emergency response, does activating lights and siren relieve an officer of the duty to drive with due regard for the safety of others?
no
What typically causes more crashes in pursuits: vehicle performance limits or driver decision-making?
Driver decision-making.
Which is generally more effective in avoiding a crash: braking early or steering at the last second?
Braking early.
During a traffic stop, why are patrol cars often offset from the violator vehicle?
To provide a safety corridor and increase visibility.
what street is the cross street from the cul-de-sac
Gilkinson
What is statistically one of the most dangerous portions of an emergency response?
Intersections
Why can a suspect suddenly become more dangerous after entering a residential neighborhood?
Increased pedestrian traffic, cross streets, and limited visibility.
what does ABS do for a car?
Anti-lock Braking System. It is a critical safety feature that prevents your car's wheels from locking up and skidding during hard braking
Why should you not walk in between your car and the citizens car in a traffic stop
you could get crunched
what street is where we do us buddy checks by the shack ?
Collins
You are responding Code 3 and a vehicle ahead fails to yield. What is generally the safest course of action?
Reduce speed, avoid forcing the issue, and continue evaluating safe options rather than escalating risk.
A suspect vehicle runs a red light at a busy intersection. What should that communicate to the pursuing officer about the suspect?
The suspect's willingness to endanger the public has increased, requiring reassessment of the pursuit.
What commonly happens when a driver abruptly jerks the wheel while braking hard?
Loss of traction and vehicle instability.
What roadway feature should make an officer consider delaying a stop?
Narrow shoulders, blind curves, hills, bridges, or heavy traffic areas.
what street is the bar on?
Mignano
What is the primary reason many agencies restrict or terminate pursuits?
Soft sergeant
What is a term for a dangerous error police officers make when pursuing vehicles?
tunnel vision
When accelerating in a curve which way does your car gradually push towards?
towards the edge of the curve
What is the most dangerous calls/or interactions cops deal with
sus person
What winding section in the EVOC course leads up to the swooper
John Christianson