Communication & Documentation Flashcards

Using plain language over ten-codes on a multi-agency radio channel is preferred because:

Answer: Different agencies may use different meanings for the same code

Code meanings vary between agencies, so plain language avoids confusion during interagency operations.

Before transmitting on the radio, a deputy should first:

Answer: Listen to ensure the channel is clear

Listening first prevents stepping on another transmission.

When requesting a LEIN check on a vehicle by radio, the most useful information to provide is:

Answer: License plate number and state

Plate number and state are the key identifiers for a registration query.

Which technique shows a person you are listening during an interview?

Answer: Paraphrasing what they said and asking follow-up questions

Paraphrasing and follow-up questions are active listening skills that build rapport and accuracy.

Which question type is best for getting a witness to give a full account?

Answer: Open-ended questions

Open-ended questions invite narrative responses with more detail.

When phonetic alphabet is used on the radio, the letter 'B' is commonly spoken as:

Answer: Bravo

The NATO phonetic alphabet uses Bravo for B and is increasingly standard for interoperability.

A deputy should avoid which practice when speaking over an open radio channel?

Answer: Broadcasting confidential personal information of a victim

Radio traffic can be monitored publicly, so sensitive personal information should not be aired.