Valparaiso Police Department - General Orders

Flashcards covering key policies and procedures for the Valparaiso Police Department, focusing on remedial training and the usage of special purpose vehicles.

Remedial Training: Step 1

Identifying the problem and determining what training needs would best satisfy the employee's specific need(s).

Remedial Training: Step 2

Assigning the employee to remedial training with the appropriate certified Department instructor.

Remedial Training: Step 3

Evaluating the employee's progress and completion of the training and submitting the results (email or memo) including what training was administered to the employee's immediate supervisor.

Remedial Training: Step 4

Determining if the training need(s) has been met and whether any additional action is necessary via a meeting between the employee and their immediate supervisor.

Police Bicycles

Authorized for use only by officers trained as bike officers; deployment dictated by schedule, events, and supervisor discretion.

Designated Canine Vehicle

Equipped with canine cages; any sworn officer may drive the vehicle.

Canine Vehicle Restrictions

Limited to handlers unless otherwise authorized, following protocol during pursuits (41.1.4 (C,3)).

Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS)

Commonly known as a "drone", is only to be used by officers who have successfully completed the Valparaiso Police Department UAS Pilot Certification Course.

Motorcycle Unit Operation

Operated only by assigned officer(s); no passengers are allowed.

Motorcycle Usage Restrictions

Prohibited during inclement weather or hazardous driving conditions.

Motorcycle Pursuit Protocol

Requires permission from the Officer in Charge to continue; maintaining sight and safe distance until relieved by other vehicles, Officer in Charge shall not work as a motor officer during their assigned shift, unless there is a second supervisor on-duty.

Police Bicycles Equipment

The bicycles shall be equipped with a water bottle, bell, headlights and taillights for night riding (lights and siren), Vehicle lock out tool, Gear Bag. All officers are equipped with a specialized uniform shirt, uniform bike shorts, nylon gun belt and accessories, bike helmet, riding shoes, gloves, glasses, padded riding shorts.