Emergency Vehicle Operations and Pursuits

Question 1

When can deputies proceed through intersections contrary to traffic signs and signals?

Answer 1

Only if they made absolutely certain that they can do so safely

Question 2

When must a deputy activate and use their emergency equipment?

Answer 2

Whenever a deputy is operating a vehicle outside the normal rules of the road

Question 3

What 4 thing does Wyoming statute 31-5-106 permit the driver of an authorized emergency vehicle responding to an emergency call to do?

Answer 3

1. Park or stand irrespective of the provisions of this act
2. Proceed past a red or stop signal or stop sign, but only after slowing down as may be necessary for safe operations.
3. Exceed the maximum speed limit so long as he does not endanger life or property
4. Disregard regulations governing direction of movement or turning in specified directions

Question 4

What does the state statute not relieve the driver of?

Answer 4

the duty to drive with du regard for the safety of all persons, nor does it protect from the consequences of reckless disregard for the safety of others

Question 5

What 4 things must a Sheriff’s Office vehicle have to take part in a pursuit?

Answer 5

1. Red and blue emergency lights, clearly visible and activated during the pursuit
2. Siren
3. Radio communications with dispatch
4. If possible unmarked Sheriff’s Office vehicles are discouraged from taking part in pursuits

Question 6

How many vehicles can take part in a pursuit?

Answer 6

No more than 2.

Question 7

What is the primary pursuit vehicle?

Answer 7

The vehicle directly behind the suspect vehicle

Question 8

What is the secondary pursuit vehicle?

Answer 8

The vehicle behind the primary pursuit vehicle

Question 9

Can more than 2 vehicle be involved in a pursuit?

Answer 9

Yes if authorized by a supervisor

Question 10

What 7 things must be considered prior to and during a vehicle pursuit?

Answer 10

1. The suspect exhibits the intention to avoid arrest by using a vehicle to flee apprehension
2. The suspect operating the vehicle refuses to stop at the direction of the deputy
3. The suspect, if allowed to flee, would present a danger to human life or cause serious injury
4. The performance capabilities of the pursuit vehicle.
5. The amount of vehicular and pedestrian traffic int he area
6. Weather conditions
   7, Road conditions

Question 11

Who may engaged in pursuits?

Answer 11

Only sworn deputies without prisoners on board

Question 12

Who can authorize a road block?

Answer 12

Sheriff, Undersheriff, or Division Lieutenant

Question 13

What 7 things are to be relayed to dispatch if a pursuit appears imminent?

Answer 13

1. Location
2. License number and description of the vehicle
3. Description of offense or suspected offense
4. Directions of travel and speed
5. Traffic
6. Weather conditions
7. Number of occupants in suspect vehicle

Question 14

What is the responsibility of the primary pursuit vehicle?

Answer 14

The coordination of the immediate pursuit shall be the \responsibility of the primary pursuit driver, who is authorized to terminate the pursuit at any time

Question 15

What is the responsibility of the secondary pursuit vehicle?

Answer 15

The secondary pursuit vehicle shall be responsible for maintaining radio communications and transmitting locations, direction of travel and traffic conditions

Question 16

Who can terminate a pursuit?

Answer 16

1. The primary pursuit position
2. A supervisor
3. Division Lieutenant
4. Undersheriff
5. Sheriff

Question 17

What 12 things will a Vehicle Pursuit Form include?

Answer 17

1. Type of offense
2. Location/Route
3. Duration
4. Weather conditions
5. Traffic conditions
6. Approximate speeds
7. Any unusual occurrences or circumstances
8. Any use of controlled tire deflation devices
9. Any vehicle crashes (suspects or deputies)
10. Names of all deputies involved in the pursuit
11. Outcome of the pursuit, arrests made, termination of pursuit. etc.
12. Actions taken after the termination of the pursuit

Question 18

What should be submitted along with the vehicle pursuit form if circumstances dictate?

Answer 18

A supplement report