MTA MTA Transit System Knowledge 2

Question 1

When patrolling a Metro-North station platform, an officer notices a package left unattended for 15 minutes. What is the correct protocol?

Accepted Answer

Notify a supervisor and contact the bomb squad while clearing the area

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Pick up the package and bring it to lost and found

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Wait 30 more minutes before taking action

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Ask nearby passengers if they recognize the package

Question 2

Which document governs the rules of conduct for passengers using MTA subway and bus services?

Accepted Answer

MTA Rules of Conduct (Title 21 NYCRR)

Answer

MTA Rider's Bill of Rights

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NYC Administrative Code Title 10

Answer

Metropolitan Transportation Authority Compact

Question 3

A passenger asks an MTA Police Officer for directions to a connecting bus. What is the best response?

Accepted Answer

Provide the directions if known, or assist in finding the information

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Refer the passenger to a station agent only

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State that providing directions is not part of police duties

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Direct the passenger to the MTA website

Question 4

The MTA's fare evasion enforcement policy generally refers to fare evasion as a violation of which type of law?

Accepted Answer

MTA Rules of Conduct civil penalty or Penal Law misdemeanor

Answer

Federal felony statute

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New York State Penal Law misdemeanor

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NYC Administrative Code infraction only

Question 5

During a suspicious person call on an MTA commuter rail platform, an officer should FIRST:

Accepted Answer

Observe and assess the situation before approaching

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Detain everyone on the platform until the situation is resolved

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Immediately draw their firearm

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Call for backup before doing anything

Question 6

What is the standard MTA Police radio communication protocol when transmitting your unit identifier?

Accepted Answer

Use your command number and shield number as assigned

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Use your full legal name followed by badge number

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Use a self-assigned call sign

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Use only your first name for anonymity