Emergency Vehicle Operations Flashcards
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Under Ohio law, what equipment must be activated on an emergency vehicle to legally claim emergency privileges?
Answer: Audible signal (siren) and flashing or rotating lights
Ohio law requires both audible signals and visual warning lights to be activated for emergency privileges.
What is the primary cause of fatal law enforcement vehicle crashes according to OPOTA training data?
Answer: Failure to wear a seatbelt combined with excessive speed
The combination of not wearing seatbelts and excessive speed accounts for the majority of fatal officer vehicle crashes.
What is a 'pursuit intervention technique' (PIT) and when is its use authorized in Ohio?
Answer: A controlled contact maneuver to the rear quarter panel of a fleeing vehicle to cause it to spin and stop
The PIT maneuver involves controlled contact to the rear quarter panel, causing the fleeing vehicle to rotate and stop.
What should an officer do if their patrol vehicle begins to hydroplane?
Answer: Ease off the accelerator, avoid braking, and steer straight until traction is regained
When hydroplaning, ease off the accelerator without braking and maintain a straight path until tires regain contact.
According to OPOTA guidelines, what is the proper hand position on the steering wheel during emergency driving?
Answer: 9 and 3 o'clock with thumbs resting on top of the spokes
The 9 and 3 position provides maximum control and reduces injury risk from airbag deployment.
What role does a pursuit supervisor play during a vehicle pursuit in Ohio?
Answer: They monitor the pursuit, assess risk factors, and have authority to order termination
The pursuit supervisor monitors in real-time, assesses risk, and has authority to order termination.