Responsibilities
What is the objective of emergency response driving?
To get to the scene quickly and safely
21052 says "Peace officers must comply with all of the rules of the road" when?
When not engaged in "Code 3" or pursuit driving
Where is it safe to pass other drivers on the road?
On the left
What should drivers do when they see red lights and hear sirens approaching them?
Pull to the right side of the road
When must officers drive with due regard for the safety of others per CVC 21056&21057?
At all times
How should you clear an intersection?
Slow down, look left right left, make eye contact with other drivers, change the siren
Name the two sirens authorized
Yelp and Wail
What does the term "FERP" stand for in CVC 20155?
Fire
Emergency
Rescue
Pursuit
Name 3 examples of speed considerations when responding code 3
Traffic conditions
Weather conditions
Road conditions
Reaction time
Time of day
What are some negative effects of siren syndrome?
Tunnel vision
Rapid speech
Increased adrenaline