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Missouri Sheriffs Association Class 266 Block
Exam 5 Study Guide Solutions
Identify the personal and uniform inspections which the patrol officer should conduct prior to leaving
home. - Ans:✔✔-Mentally prepare yourself by asking questions such as: Was there anything significant
that happened on the previous shift that may need follow-up when you get to work? What things do you
have in mind to do when you start the shift? Are there any particular people you may want to check on?
To prepare for patrol mentally, the officer should also: Try to begin each shift with a clear and open mind.
o The officer should not allow personal problems to cloud his or her thinking. Rehearse possible
scenarios in his or her mind. The officer should envision him or herself solving all problems he or she
encounters. The officer who thinks he or she will fail likely will. Arrive to work early to avoid rushing and
increasing stress.
Personal Preparation; Physically prepare yourself by checking the following: Make sure uniform is being
worn properly, including body armor. Good grooming requires the patrol officer's uniform to be: Fitted
properly, Clean (boots and brass shined), Pressed, Make sure duty weapon is loaded and reserve
ammunition is easily accessible, Make sure handcuffs and handcuff key are in working order and very
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accessible; have extra pair of cuffs and an extra key, if possible, Possess a good whistle, Possess a
dependable flashlight, Possess a baton
Identify the four sources of information which the patrol officer should use on a daily basis to maintain
an up-to-date awareness of activity in his patrol area? - Ans:✔✔-Daily crime bulletins, new wanted
bulletins, hot sheet, officers coming off previous duty.
Identify the equipment checks which a patrol officer should make prior to departing the station for his
patrol area. - Ans:✔✔-Before starting your shift, insure that you has incidental equipment needed, such
as; citation book, copy of traffic codes, updates departmental manuals, copies of report forms, extra
ammunition, small tools kit, chalk, tweezers, tape, plastic bags, first aid kit, insure vehicle lights and
sirens are functioning properly, check all fluids, check under seats for contraband.
Identify how to locate odd and even numbered addresses and identify why knowing directions and
geographical locations is important on patrol duty. - Ans:✔✔-The principle of north - by - northwest
indicates that even-numbered addresses appear on either the south or east side of the street, while odd-
numbered addresses appear on either the north or west side of the street.
Identify the purposes of roll call. - Ans:✔✔-Discuss changes in policy and procedure, discuss specific
directed patrol, disseminate crime bulletins, assess manpower, inspect uniforms and weapons.
Identify physical and mental reactions to a perceived threat. - Ans:✔✔-Problem area - any person,
object, or site that may produce a hazard to you.
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Missouri Sheriffs Association Class 266 Block
Exam 5 Study Guide Solutions
Identify the personal and uniform inspections which the patrol officer should conduct prior to leaving
home. - Ans:✔✔-Mentally prepare yourself by asking questions such as: Was there anything significant
that happened on the previous shift that may need follow-up when you get to work? What things do you
have in mind to do when you start the shift? Are there any particular people you may want to check on?
To prepare for patrol mentally, the officer should also: Try to begin each shift with a clear and open mind.
o The officer should not allow personal problems to cloud his or her thinking. Rehearse possible
scenarios in his or her mind. The officer should envision him or herself solving all problems he or she
encounters. The officer who thinks he or she will fail likely will. Arrive to work early to avoid rushing and
increasing stress.
Personal Preparation; Physically prepare yourself by checking the following: Make sure uniform is being
worn properly, including body armor. Good grooming requires the patrol officer's uniform to be: Fitted
properly, Clean (boots and brass shined), Pressed, Make sure duty weapon is loaded and reserve
ammunition is easily accessible, Make sure handcuffs and handcuff key are in working order and very
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accessible; have extra pair of cuffs and an extra key, if possible, Possess a good whistle, Possess a
dependable flashlight, Possess a baton
Identify the four sources of information which the patrol officer should use on a daily basis to maintain
an up-to-date awareness of activity in his patrol area? - Ans:✔✔-Daily crime bulletins, new wanted
bulletins, hot sheet, officers coming off previous duty.
Identify the equipment checks which a patrol officer should make prior to departing the station for his
patrol area. - Ans:✔✔-Before starting your shift, insure that you has incidental equipment needed, such
as; citation book, copy of traffic codes, updates departmental manuals, copies of report forms, extra
ammunition, small tools kit, chalk, tweezers, tape, plastic bags, first aid kit, insure vehicle lights and
sirens are functioning properly, check all fluids, check under seats for contraband.
Identify how to locate odd and even numbered addresses and identify why knowing directions and
geographical locations is important on patrol duty. - Ans:✔✔-The principle of north - by - northwest
indicates that even-numbered addresses appear on either the south or east side of the street, while odd-
numbered addresses appear on either the north or west side of the street.
Identify the purposes of roll call. - Ans:✔✔-Discuss changes in policy and procedure, discuss specific
directed patrol, disseminate crime bulletins, assess manpower, inspect uniforms and weapons.
Identify physical and mental reactions to a perceived threat. - Ans:✔✔-Problem area - any person,
object, or site that may produce a hazard to you.
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