CPD Professional Development Flashcards
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Under Chicago's consent decree, which agency is responsible for monitoring CPD's compliance with training and professional development requirements?
Answer: The Independent Monitoring Team (IMT)
The Independent Monitoring Team was established under the consent decree to track CPD's progress on required reforms, including training and accountability measures.
An officer who fails to complete mandatory annual training by the CPD deadline may face which of the following consequences?
Answer: Administrative action, loss of pay, or restrictions on duty assignments
Failure to complete required training can result in disciplinary action, compensation adjustments, or duty restrictions until the training is completed.
Which CPD initiative specifically focuses on reducing the use of force through de-escalation training embedded in daily patrol work?
Answer: De-Escalation First policy integrated with patrol procedures
CPD's De-Escalation First policy embeds de-escalation tactics into standard patrol expectations, requiring officers to slow down situations and use alternatives to force when safe to do so.
When an officer is selected to become a Field Training Officer (FTO), which additional qualification is typically required beyond patrol experience?
Answer: Successful completion of a CPD-approved FTO training course
Candidates for FTO must complete a formal FTO certification course that covers adult learning principles, evaluation techniques, and documentation standards.
CPD's implicit bias training is based on the concept that biases are:
Answer: Automatic mental associations that can affect decision-making without awareness
Implicit biases are unconscious associations that can influence perceptions and decisions, making awareness and active mitigation strategies essential.
A CPD lieutenant is tasked with identifying officers in her unit who may be eligible for promotion consideration. According to CPD policy, what is the MOST appropriate basis for this determination?
Answer: Civil service examination scores, performance evaluations, and demonstrated leadership
CPD promotions are based on civil service exam results, performance records, and leadership evaluations to ensure a merit-based process.
What does the CPD's 'duty to intervene' policy require of officers who witness a fellow officer acting improperly?
Answer: To immediately intervene to stop the improper conduct and report it to a supervisor
CPD's duty-to-intervene policy obligates officers to actively stop fellow officers from engaging in misconduct and to report the incident through the chain of command.