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OPOTA Corrections Certification Examination||Verified
Exam!!!||, Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy,
2026/2027 – Questions with Verified Answers||Newest
Exam!!!
Explain the steps in the decision making model and the
application of PLUS filters.
1.2.3 - Answer-Step 1
Define the problem, being aware that how you define the
problem determines where and how you will look for
solutions.
Step 2
Identify alternative solutions available to address the
problem - at a minimum three and, ideally, more than five.
Step 3
Evaluate the identified alternatives - list the pros and cons
of each; differentiate between known facts and personal
beliefs about the situation.
Step 4 - Make the decision.
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Step 5 - Implement the decision.
Step 6 - Evaluate the decision.
What are the PLUS filters?
1.2.3 - Answer-P = Policies: Is it consistent with my
agency's policies and procedures?
L = Legal: Is the action lawful?
U = Universal: Does it conform to the universal principles
and values of my agency?
S = Self: Does it align with my beliefs of what is right,
good, and fair?
Identify the essential questions answered in a report. (6
questions)
1.3.1 - Answer-•Who
•What
•When
•How
•Where
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•Why
Identify the requirements of a well written report. (7
requirements)
1.3.2 - Answer-•Complete
•Factual
•Accurate
•Objective
•Concise
•Clear
•Grammatically and mechanically correct
State the purposes of the Bill of Rights.
2.1.1 - Answer-•Protect an individual's freedoms
•Prevent the government from interfering in protected
rights
A test question must respond directly to an SPO and every
SPO may be the basis of a test question. True or False?
1.1.1 - Answer-True
List reasons for corrections training. (9 reasons)
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1.1.2 - Answer-•Mandated by state law
•To acquire new knowledge and skills
•To reduce errors and mistakes in performing critical tasks
while protecting the public
•To standardize procedures
•To increase efficiency
•To build confidence and morale
•To promote safety and survival skills
•To reduce civil liability
•To eliminate unfit trainees who do not meet training
standards
Describe the general standards set forth in corrections
officer code of ethics and conduct.
1.2.1 - Answer-•Emphasize the value of public service
•Outline expectations for treating inmates and fostering
professionalism
•Require that corrections officers ...
-Respect the civil and legal rights of all people
-Refrain from any form of discrimination
•Prohibit corrections officers from ...
OPOTA Corrections Certification Examination||Verified
Exam!!!||, Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy,
2026/2027 – Questions with Verified Answers||Newest
Exam!!!
Explain the steps in the decision making model and the
application of PLUS filters.
1.2.3 - Answer-Step 1
Define the problem, being aware that how you define the
problem determines where and how you will look for
solutions.
Step 2
Identify alternative solutions available to address the
problem - at a minimum three and, ideally, more than five.
Step 3
Evaluate the identified alternatives - list the pros and cons
of each; differentiate between known facts and personal
beliefs about the situation.
Step 4 - Make the decision.
,2|Page
Step 5 - Implement the decision.
Step 6 - Evaluate the decision.
What are the PLUS filters?
1.2.3 - Answer-P = Policies: Is it consistent with my
agency's policies and procedures?
L = Legal: Is the action lawful?
U = Universal: Does it conform to the universal principles
and values of my agency?
S = Self: Does it align with my beliefs of what is right,
good, and fair?
Identify the essential questions answered in a report. (6
questions)
1.3.1 - Answer-•Who
•What
•When
•How
•Where
,3|Page
•Why
Identify the requirements of a well written report. (7
requirements)
1.3.2 - Answer-•Complete
•Factual
•Accurate
•Objective
•Concise
•Clear
•Grammatically and mechanically correct
State the purposes of the Bill of Rights.
2.1.1 - Answer-•Protect an individual's freedoms
•Prevent the government from interfering in protected
rights
A test question must respond directly to an SPO and every
SPO may be the basis of a test question. True or False?
1.1.1 - Answer-True
List reasons for corrections training. (9 reasons)
, 4|Page
1.1.2 - Answer-•Mandated by state law
•To acquire new knowledge and skills
•To reduce errors and mistakes in performing critical tasks
while protecting the public
•To standardize procedures
•To increase efficiency
•To build confidence and morale
•To promote safety and survival skills
•To reduce civil liability
•To eliminate unfit trainees who do not meet training
standards
Describe the general standards set forth in corrections
officer code of ethics and conduct.
1.2.1 - Answer-•Emphasize the value of public service
•Outline expectations for treating inmates and fostering
professionalism
•Require that corrections officers ...
-Respect the civil and legal rights of all people
-Refrain from any form of discrimination
•Prohibit corrections officers from ...
