The Key Police Promotion School - Lesson 1: Section 202 Duties & Responsibilities and Study Tactics

Flashcards covering NYPD Patrol Guide and Administrative Guide duties, test-taking tactics, and procedural rules from Lesson 1.

According to P.G. 202-19 (Patrol Supervisor), what are the required frequencies for visiting members assigned to foot/RMP compared to those assigned to hospital and special posts?

The Patrol Supervisor must visit members assigned to foot and radio motor patrol frequently and at irregular intervals, and visit members assigned to hospital and special posts at least once each tour.

According to P.G. 202-19 (Patrol Supervisor), to whom must a patrol supervisor report derelictions of duty?

The patrol supervisor must report derelictions of duty directly to the Commanding Officer (C.O.).

What four procedures in Section 202 exemplify the "Break the Chain of Command" tactic by skipping intermediate supervisors to report directly to the Commanding Officer (C.O.)?

1. P.G. 202-17 (Patrol Wagon Operator, step 6): Report necessary repairs to C.O.
2. P.G. 202-19 (Patrol Supervisor, step 15): Report derelictions of duty to C.O.
3. P.G. 202-19 (Patrol Supervisor, step 20): Submit recommendations for special assignment, detective designation, or change in assignment in writing to C.O.
4. P.G. 202-01 (Police Officer, step 4): Comply with meal and post relieving points as directed by C.O.

According to A.G. 318-06 (Suspension From Duty), where and when must a suspended member below the rank of captain report in person if not on sick report?

The member must report in person to their resident precinct each Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at $0900\,\text{hours}$ (captains and above report to resident borough command; members residing in Westchester, Rockland, Orange, or Putnam Counties report to the 50th Precinct; members residing in Nassau or Suffolk Counties report to the 105th Precinct).

According to A.G. 318-06, what department property is retained at the suspended member's command rather than removed?

Property other than firearms, shield, and IDENTIFICATION CARD (PD416-091) will be retained at the member's command.

According to A.G. 318-06, to whom must a suspended member submit a request to be restored to duty or placed on modified assignment?

The member must submit the request to the First Deputy Commissioner through the Department Advocate's Office.

Under A.G. 318-06, what are the specific rules regarding pay and duration when a member in the rank of sergeant or above is suspended?

The member is suspended with pay until the following Sunday. Commencing at $0001\,\text{hours}$ on that Sunday, suspension continues without pay in full-week (Sunday to Saturday) increments for a minimum of $1$ full week and a maximum of $4$ full weeks, always returning to duty on a Sunday at $0001\,\text{hours}$.

According to P.G. 216-01 (Aided Cases General Procedure), why is an "Emotionally Disturbed Prisoner" not an aided case?

A prisoner is not an aided case; aided cases are not prepared for prisoners.

Under P.G. 216-04 (Dead Human Body), whose permission is required to remove a body that is offensive to public decency from a public place if the death is suspicious?

Permission of the Medical Examiner and the assigned detective investigating the incident must be obtained.

Under P.G. 216-04, what are the reporting instructions for an officer who discovers a body in a homicide case to identify the body at the morgue?

The desk officer directs the officer who discovered the body to report to the morgue at $0900\,\text{hours}$ the next day to identify the body to two Medical Examiners.

Under A.G. 330-10 (Pregnancy Related Guidelines), what method must a member use to submit follow-up notification of their pregnancy due date to the district surgeon?

Follow-up notification indicating the pregnancy due date must be made via Department email and Department mail.

Under the "Four True Statements" tactic, how do the core responsibilities of the Desk Officer differ from those of the Patrol Supervisor regarding command operations?

The Desk Officer is responsible for all police operations within the command during the tour, whereas the Patrol Supervisor supervises all police field operations within the command during the tour.

Under P.G. 202-18 (Desk Officer), what two specific duties are performed exclusively when assigned as the First Platoon Desk Officer?

1. Verify the DAILY VEHICLE ASSIGNMENT SHEET (Step 15a).
2. Examine and process forms, reports, and summonses prepared/issued during the previous $24\,\text{hours}$ (Step 41).

According to P.G. 210-08 (Prisoner Holding Pens), what entries are required on the PRISONER HOLDING PEN ROSTER by the inspecting member versus the inspecting supervisor?

The assigned member inspecting every $30\,\text{minutes}$ enters: "Results of inspection and action taken." The supervisor conducting periodic inspections enters: a. Results of inspection, b. Condition of prisoner (e.g., asleep, alert, etc.), and c. Position of prisoner (e.g., sitting, laying down, etc.).

Under P.G. 208-01 (Law of Arrest) and P.G. 221-15 (Pursuits), when must members secure a warrant prior to entering a private residence or curtilage in a close pursuit involving a misdemeanor or lesser offense?

Members should secure a warrant when the circumstances of the close pursuit do not suggest that entry is necessary to prevent imminent injury, destruction of evidence, escape by the suspect, or other exigent circumstances.

Under P.G. 202-02 (RMP Operator), what is the sole circumstance that permits an occupant to remove their seatbelt?

Seatbelts may be removed ONLY when involved in what appears to be a "dangerous tactical situation" where the belt may impair the ability to take police action.

Under P.G. 202-02 (RMP Operator), what are the restrictions regarding electric blasting operations?

Members must not carry electric blasting caps in vehicles or transmit on the radio within $150\,\text{ft}$ of any electric blasting operation.

When transporting a non-MOS in an RMP, what specific items must the Recorder transmit to the radio dispatcher versus record in the digital Activity Log?

To the Radio Dispatcher: Time entering/exiting, gender, and beginning/ending mileage. In the Digital Activity Log (TRIPS): Time trip starts, Results of search/inspection, ID of person, Purpose/reason of trip, and Start and ending locations.

Under P.G. 202-04, what operational exceptions apply to a 3-wheel motor scooter compared to a 2-wheel motor scooter?

A 3-wheel scooter has a maximum speed of $20\,\text{MPH}$, may be operated in moderate rain and fog, may be operated when temperatures fall below $32^\circ\text{F}$ ($0^\circ\text{C}$), and wearing a helmet face shield is optional (mandatory on 2-wheel scooters).

Under P.G. 202-05 and P.G. 202-20, what are the staffing limits for Neighborhood Safety Team (NST) deployment per vehicle and per supervisor?

No more than $3$ NST members (including a supervisor) may be assigned to a department vehicle per tour, and an NST supervisor may supervise no more than $5$ NST members per tour.

Under P.G. 202-06 (Administrative Quality of Life Officer), what defines a "crossover collision" and who must be notified via fax?

A crossover collision occurs when a vehicle crosses over or strikes any type of median separating opposing traffic; a copy of the Police Accident Report must be faxed to Corporation Counsel AND the Highway District.

Under P.G. 202-08 (Youth Coordination Officer), what is the minimum shift requirement on the third platoon and what radio codes are transmitted for home visits?

The YCO must work a minimum of $4\,\text{hours}$ during the 3rd platoon. Radio codes are: 10-75Y prior to visit, 10-75Y1 after a successful visit, and 10-75Y2 after an unsuccessful visit.

Under P.G. 202-14, what is the exact greeting a Telephone Switchboard (T.S.) Operator must use when answering the telephone?

"Command, Rank/title, Surname, and MAY I HELP YOU."

Under P.G. 202-15 (Attendant), under what three conditions may a male attendant enter a female cell area?

1. When accompanied by a female member of the service AND with permission of the supervisor in command.
2. For daily cleaning of UNOCCUPIED female cells.
3. During an emergency.

Under P.G. 202-18 (Desk Officer), which individuals performing official duties are permitted behind the desk, and which official is not permitted to have an assistant accompany them?

Permitted: Members of the service, non-local law enforcement personnel, Corporation Counsel or assistant, District Attorney or assistant, Medical Examiner or assistant, Comptroller or assistant, and Judicial Officers. Judicial Officers are NOT permitted an assistant.

Under P.G. 202-18, what positions does the Desk Officer directly supervise, as remembered by the acronym CAT PAC?

1. Command Clerk
2. Arrest Processing Officer (APO)
3. Telephone Switchboard Operator (TS)
4. Patrol Wagon Operator
5. Police Attendant
6. Community Guide

Under P.G. 202-18 (Desk Officer), what actions are required when invoiced property is stored in excess of 30 days?

The Desk Officer must make a separate Command Log entry indicating invoices stored in excess of $30\,\text{days}$, notify the Operations Coordinator, and expedite delivery of the invoiced property to its final storage location.

Under P.G. 202-19 (Patrol Supervisor), what four priority call types (WEBS) mandate an immediate response and direction of activity?

WEBS: Weapon, Emergency, Burglary, and Serious crime.

Under P.G. 202-21 (Training Sergeant), what is the maximum duration permitted for roll call training sessions?

Roll call training must not exceed $25\,\text{minutes}$.

Under A.G. 303-15 (Crime Prevention Officer), what age threshold qualifies an innocent crime victim for notification under the Crime Victims Compensation Program, and what is the notification deadline?

Victims aged $59$ and younger (subject to homicide, sex crime, robbery, assault, or physical injury) qualify; a pamphlet/application must be mailed via the Mail and Distribution Unit within $5\,\text{days}$ of receiving the Complaint Report (victims aged $60+$ are handled by the Department for the Aging).

Under A.G. 303-17 (Digital Communications Officer), whose approval is required prior to changing a password on Department social media accounts?

Approval must be obtained from the Deputy Commissioner, Public Information (DCPI).