10.11 Field Training And Evaluation Program

Question 1

The ultimate decision to terminate a trainee requires
an unacceptable rating(s) on the DOR, and should be linked to one or more of the ____ Critical Tasks on the officer’s CHP 118.

Answer 1

8

Question 2

The statewide training coordinator for the FTEP is assigned to the ___________.

Answer 2

Academy

Question 3

It is the responsibility of the ____________ to initiate the rejection during probation process for those trainees who do not meet the program’s minimal performance standards.

Answer 3

Area Commander

Note: Area commanders shall ensure the Statewide Program Training Coordinator is notified when Rejection During Probation is initiated for a trainee and/or when a trainee resigns for any reason.

Question 4

True or False - Area FTEP Coordinators and their alternates are sergeants or officers who administer Area training operations as collateral duties.

Answer 4

False – are Sergeants

Note: Probationary sergeants should not be appointed to these positions.

Question 5

True or False - A primary role of the FTEP Coordinator is to oversee and ensure the quality and consistency of training provided by FTOs

Answer 5

True

Note: Whereas the Area commander is responsible to ensure their conduct and performance meet for the trainee and/or FTO discipline, Area FTEP program and departmental standards. Coordinators typically initiate these disciplinary matters.

Question 6

FTEP - The program’s training curriculum consists of a progressive sequence of job-related _______, _______ and ______ (aka: KSA) that all officers must possess in order to effectively and safely carry out their duties.

Answer 6

knowledge, skills, and abilities

Question 7

The program’s training periods and duration consist of _____ phases, each of which emphasizes a particular set of structured KSAs and tasks.

Answer 7

4

Question 8

FTEP: What are the durations of the four phases of training?

Answer 8

Phase 1: 5 days orientation +15 training days
Phase 2: 15 days
Phase 3: 15 days
Phase 4: 5 days of eval by original FTO

NOTE: The trainee cannot miss ANY of the program’s scheduled training days during a phase without the training phase being increased for the same number of days, that the trainee missed.

Question 9

Phase IV

To ensure the trainee acts as the lead officer during this phase, the primary FTO should observe the actions of the trainee from a ___________ position.

Answer 9

“ride-along”

Question 10

The first day of Phase I, Phase II and III are referred to as ________periods. During these periods the CHP 115A, Daily Observation Report, individual performance categories section are not completed for trainees.

Answer 10

“limbo”

Question 11

Prior to Phase 4 of the FTEP program, a new officer can be extended for __ by the Area Commander. This provision shall not be construed to mean that every trainee has a right to an extension.

Answer 11

10 days

Note: Typically, only one extension is allowed. However, when special or unusual circumstances exist, the Area commander, with Division’s concurrence, may approve a second ten-day extension period.

Question 12

FTEP: When should a 10 day extension not be granted?

Answer 12

1. When it is apparent that the trainee does not have the ability to learn the job.
2. Under no circumstances should training be extended for a trainee who is an obvious threat to the safety of him/herself, fellow officers, or the public.

Question 13

The CHP 115A, Daily Observation Report (DOR) (Annex B), captures trainee ratings in __(#)__ categories of knowledge and performance and is completed each day by the FTO.

Answer 13

38

Question 14

FTEP: The DOR should be discussed with the trainee ______________(when)?

Answer 14

At the end of each shift

Question 15

The FTO’s rating on the DOR are on a 7- point scale. These Rating Guidelines are based on observable trainee behavior that is defined as “Unacceptable,” “Acceptable,” and “Superior,” for each performance category. What is lowest acceptable score?

Answer 15

A rating of “4” is the lowest “Acceptable” performance rating for any category; i.e., a trainee must earn a rating of “4” or better to meet the program’s minimal performance standards.

Note: DOR scores are entered into a log to track trainee

Question 16

Is there a way the trainee can evaluate the FTEP program?

Answer 16

Yes - The CHP 115D, Field Training and Evaluation Program Critique shall be completed by the trainee at the completion of field training and submitted to the Area FTEP Coordinator.

Question 17

True or False - An end of phase report is only required after Phase 4?

Answer 17

False – all phases

Question 18

All documents are treated as confidential Within ____ days after the last training day for each training cycle, the Area commander will ensure a compact disc containing complete set of copies of the following documents are forwarded to the Statewide Program Training Coordinator at the Academy

Answer 18

30

(1) CHP 115, Trainee Checklist*
(2) CHP 115A
(3) CHP 115B, Performance Log*
(4) CHP 115C, End of Phase Report*
(5) CHP 115D
(6) CHP 115E
(7) CHP 115F
(8) CHP 115G

*the following are maintained in the trainees field folder

Question 19

The Area FTEP Coordinator will arrange for all trainees to be interviewed by either the Area commander, or an Area management-level designee, at the end of the first and _____ phases of training.

Answer 19

III

Question 20

Who is the cornerstone of the Field Training and Evaluation Program (FTEP).

Answer 20

The Field Training Officer (FTO)

Question 21

An FTO is required to have a POST basic certificate and ___ year patrol experience.

Answer 21

One

Question 22

There are three avenues of separation from the Department which apply to the FTEP. Name all:

Answer 22

1. adverse action
2. rejection during probation (more typical
   then AA)
3. resignation (most common - often chose by
   trainee in lieu of rejection during prob.)

Question 23

While trainees may resign for any reason, it is critical
that the resignation be strictly _______. Trainees should be encouraged to seek outside advice and be given sufficient time (___ hours is normally adequate) to consult with an advisor and make a decision.

Answer 23

Voluntary

48 hours