PROCEDURE MANUAL CHAPTER 4. Chapter 4 / Police Operations

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1 1 PROCEDURE MANUAL CHAPTER 4 Chapter 4 / Police Operations Patrol Operations / Mobile Video Recording / Operation of Emergency Vehicles / Citizen Complaints / Reporting Police Vehicle Crashes / Hate Crime Related Incidents / Bicycle Operations / Animal Complaint Enforcement / Body Armor / Notification for Death and Serious Injury / Firearms, Impact Weapons and O/C Spray Reg / Patrol Rifle Police / Reporting Hazardous Conditions / Vehicle Pursuit / Field Interviews / Police Cadet Program / Community Service Officer (C.S.O.) / Domestic Violence / Criminal Investigations / Interviews and Interrogations / 4.200(a) Investigator Call Out / Juvenile Contact Procedure / Juvenile Unit Operations / Informants / A Child is Missing Program / Community Relations / Bomb Threats / Alarm Response / Missing Persons / Psychiatric Referrals / Hostage/Barricaded Subject Incidents / V.I.P. Security / Special Events / Special Operations / Intelligence Operations / Selective Traffic Enforcement / Traffic Crash Investigation / Ancillary Motorist Services / Ancillary Services / 4.606A Hazardous Material Incidents / Towing Vehicles / Respiratory Protection / Respiratory Protection Program / 4.609(a)

2 In-Car Audiovisual Recording System / Traffic Direction and Control / Traffic Incident Management / Traffic Violator Contact / DUI Traffic Enforcement / Traffic Enforcement / Roadblocks / Roadside Safety Checks / Hearing Impaired / Wearable Mini Cams(Portable Audio/Video Device) / Operations Audio Recording Equipment / Interaction w/mentally Ill / 4.620(a) Conceal and Carry Firearms / 4.620(b) Inspections / Electronic Recording of Homicide Interrogation / 4.700(a) Internal Affairs / Line of Duty Death / Honors Funeral Protocol /

3 3 Title: PATROL OPERATIONS Procedure: Date Issued: MAY 01, 2002 Revised: Reviewed: October 2014 PURPOSE: To provide continuous, effective and efficient 24 hour patrol service to the community. To outline the general duties and responsibilities of the Patrol division. POLICY: The importance of patrol to a community cannot be overstated. Whether it be gauged with the number of police patrol personnel, the portion of the budget allocated to patrol operations, or that the uniformed officer is frequently the most visible component of the Department, patrol is the foundation of police work. The manner in which patrol officers carry out their responsibilities affects not only the quality of justice, but also citizen perceptions of law enforcement and the criminal justice system. PROCEDURE: FUNCTIONS AND OBJECTIVES Preventive patrol. Crime prevention activities. Response to calls for service. Preliminary investigation of crimes and incidents. Arrest and processing of prisoners. Traffic direction and control. Traffic accident investigation. Maintenance of public order. Ancillary services. Provisions of emergency services. Development of positive relationships between citizens and the Department. Reporting of information to appropriate organizational components. ASSIGNMENT

4 4 The Chief of Police shall assign officers and supervisors to patrol shifts. Officers will be assigned to a beat by the shift supervisor at the beginning of the shift. Officers shall be given exposure to all beats and are responsible for law enforcement services and activity within their beat. Officers shall not leave their area without advising the shift supervisor, unless in pursuit of a violator or directed by a supervisor or dispatch center. Supervisors should rotate beat assignment on a daily basis. RESPONSIBILITIES The Patrol division shall be responsible for: Answering calls for service and general public assistance, providing the necessary aid and recording the information pertinent to the incident; complete area coverage and performance of tasks to accomplish Department objectives; the preliminary investigation of all cases, including the preservation of evidence and effecting arrests; enforcement of all traffic laws, regulations of traffic flow and investigation of all accidents; selective traffic enforcement and visible patrol; inspection and premise checks for all residences on watch, business, industrial and governmental buildings, and; identifying hazards and reporting them to the proper department component for corrective action. OPERATIONS: 1. Personnel in the Patrol Division will report for duty as assigned. 2. All personnel will be in full uniform of the day and equipped to receive information and perform their duties at the beginning of roll call. 3. Supervisors shall conduct a ten to fifteen minute roll call at the beginning of the tour of duty. 4. Roll call should cover, but is not limited to: report briefing from prior 24 hours;

5 5 problem areas to be checked in an officer's beat; beat and squad car assignments; inspection of full uniform, appearance and equipment; schedule changes, new assignments and court dates; review procedures, directives and memos; investigation personnel will inform patrol officers of any pertinent information, pending arrests or activity; any hazardous areas, weather and road conditions, and; training. 5. The on duty shift will respond to calls until properly relieved. 6. Attendance by investigative personnel at roll call, crime data bulletins distributed by the crime prevention officer, monthly staff meetings and review of new directives and procedures shall provide a basis for communications between the patrol division and the other components of the Department. 7. Officers, when assigned a call, shall respond safely and without delay. 8. Officers will respond in a routine, expeditious or emergency manner, as outlined in the Operation of Emergency Vehicle procedure # Two or more officers shall be assigned to answer calls where the nature of the situation is not readily ascertained, report of a crime in progress, domestic disturbances, 911 hang up calls, calls from liquor establishments, or as directed by a supervisor. 10. Supervisors shall respond to all calls of major consequence and serious emergency. The supervisor shall take direct control at a major crime scene, pending the arrival of investigative personnel. The supervisor shall ensure that the scene is protected, witnesses are identified and offenders arrested. 11. Officers shall conduct a preliminary investigation of all criminal acts. 12. Follow-up investigations may be assigned to patrol officers by their shift supervisor when circumstances warrant, and: the investigation is confined to the Village limits or leaving the Village is authorized by the supervisor; the investigation does not require a specialist's services; sufficient manpower is available; and the investigation can be conducted during duty hours.

6 Field interviews are endorsed and encouraged by the Department. Field interviews help identify persons of questionable intentions for possible follow-up action. Officers are encouraged to be aggressive, but be courteous and respectful of Constitutional rights. 14. Patrol officers shall immediately notify their supervisor when a confidential information source is developed or used. Utilization of informants and criminal information shall be in strict compliance with all applicable legal standards and Department procedure # RADIO COMMUNICATIONS 1. Each officer is assigned a personal portable radio and shall carry it while on duty. It is the officer's responsibility to ensure that the radio batteries are kept charged and that the radio is in proper working order. 2. Officers shall identify themselves by their assigned number when calling the communications center or another police unit. 3. Officers shall keep the communications center apprised of their status at all times so that supervisors and fellow patrol officers know their status, including, but not limited to: Arrival at a scene; when making a vehicle or pedestrian stop; when completing assignments and resuming patrol; and when leaving the vehicle for any reason. 4. Officers may use an Alternate Radio Frequency when the primary band traffic volume dictates and when other priority traffic takes precedence. 5. All radio traffic between patrol units and the communications center, or between other agencies and this department will be kept brief, concise and professional. 6. Officers must constantly be aware that all radio frequencies are shared with other police agencies, and shall remain courteous and professional at all times. 7. Officers shall use the Alternate Radio frequency for non-essential communication between patrol units. DEPARTMENT MOTOR VEHICLES 1. Department vehicles used for traffic and general patrol will be clearly marked and distinguishable as Law Enforcement Emergency vehicles. The following markings and equipment shall be considered standard: agency name, vehicle number,, red and blue revolving emergency lights and strobe lights, siren and speaker assembly, spotlight, alleylights, offsetting flashing head and 6

7 taillights, mobile radio transceiver and alternate radio frequency, personal protective equipment, flares, fire extinguisher, mobile data terminal, radar unit(if available), and an arrow stick light bar. 2. When requesting any replacements for the above equipment, or if the mobile radio or MDT needs repair, officers shall submit a memo to their supervisor. The report shall indicate the items requested and a brief reason for the request, when appropriate. When reporting trouble with a mobile radio or MDT, be as descriptive as possible when explaining the problem. The supervisor will forward the memo to the Administrative Service Commander for replacement or repair. If the vehicle needs repair, a request for service form shall be completed. 4. Seat belts and/or harnesses shall be used whenever patrol vehicles are in motion, by both the driver and passenger. 5. Any unmarked vehicle that may be used for traffic enforcement will be equipped with a siren and emergency lights. NOTIFICATIONS 1. Medical Examiner: The medical examiner will be called in all cases of sudden, violent, unattended or unexplained deaths. 2. Disruption of Utilities: The investigating officer shall immediately notify the dispatcher if there is any utility disrupted as a result of an accident, or severe weather. The dispatcher will then notify the proper authority. 3. Road Debris: The investigating officer will immediately notify the dispatcher of any road debris or hazard. The dispatcher shall notify the proper authority for its removal. 4. Media: The news media will be informed by the shift supervisor, or his designee, of any major traffic congestion or road closure to alert traffic to use alternate routes. 5. Notification of Death: medical emergencies or other messages of an emergency nature involving life, health or safety will be delivered in person by the patrol officer assigned to that beat. 7

8 8 Reviewed: October 2014 Title: MOBILE VIDEO RECORDING Procedure: EQUIPMENT Date Issued: FEB. 01, 2003 Revised: PURPOSE: To provide employees with written guidelines for the use of in-car video equipment. POLICY: It shall be the policy of this department to supplement reports and investigations and ultimately aid in the prosecution of traffic and related offenses; to improve officer performance through training, and promote officer safety. The goals of this policy are: Documentation of events, actions, or statements made during arrests and critical incidents to enhance report preparation and investigation. Assisting the agency in reviewing field practices, especially legal requirements for probable cause, arrest, searches, and seizures. PROCEDURE: 1.Officers assigned vehicles with video equipment will be responsible for operating it according to the manufacturer s instructions. No officer is to operate this equipment without having read the manufacturers instruction manual. 2. At the start of your shift, officers will test the equipment to insure that the unit is working properly, and that any problem is reported to the supervisor immediately. The video equipment automatically activates whenever the emergency warning devices are activated. Officers may manually activate the system, or turn it off when covering accident scenes or other non-enforcement activities. Officers will activate their video equipment to record interviews with suspects, field sobriety tests, or in any other instance when the officer deems necessary for later judicial proceedings. Such incidents may include crime scenes, accidents, or confiscation of evidence. All police activity can be recorded. All officers should record with sound, any oral conversation between the officer, who has identified his office, and the person who was stopped for an offense under the IVC (720ILCS 5/14-3(h)). When the unit is activated, officers are encouraged to articulate reasonable suspicion or probable cause: this articulation should continue through the entire taped incident. On

9 traffic stops the officer should articulate the type of vehicle, location of the stop, license number, number and description of occupants. This procedure does not in any way relieve the officer of notifying the dispatcher of the same information. The officer has no obligation to inform a suspect that he or she is being video or audio recorded. Officers will not erase or in any way alter videotapes used for evidence. Further, officers will receive an adequate supply of videotapes for each tour of duty. Officers will maintain a log to record each tape used, with relevant case numbers for any investigative use. Officers will only use tapes provided by the department. Tapes containing evidence will be taken out of service, and treated as evidence with appropriate processing procedures. Officers will indicate on associated reports, the evidence inventory number of the tape, and clearly state that a videotape of the incident exists. SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITY: Supervisors will ensure that officers follow established procedures for operation of video equipment, and associated materials. Supervisors will at least monthly, randomly review videotapes to assess officer performance and to determine whether the video equipment is being used properly. Supervisors will ensure that no videotape is altered, destroyed, or tampered with by any person when the tape has been determined to contain evidence. 9

10 Title: OPERATION OF EMERGENCY VEHICLES Procedure: Date Issued: MAY 01, 2002 Revised: Reviewed: October 2014 PURPOSE: To provide for the safe operation of Department vehicles as emergency vehicles. POLICY: To carry out the mission of protecting life it may become necessary for an officer to operate a police vehicle as an emergency vehicle. It is the policy of this Department to safely respond to emergency situations. DEFINITION: An emergency is a situation in which there is a high probability of injury or death to a person that could be averted or reduced by the presence of an officer. An emergency vehicle is a police vehicle operated with its emergency lights and or siren activated. PROCEDURE: 1. Police vehicles will be operated as emergency vehicles when the officer has reasonable cause to believe a life is in danger or when in immediate pursuit of an offender. Communications personnel will attempt to ascertain the true degree of emergency involved in all complaints and relay this information to the cars dispatched. 2. The following may be considered some examples of emergency situations necessitating the operation of a police vehicle as an emergency vehicle: Officer needs assistance. Report of a forcible felony in progress. A person calling for help in such a manner as to indicate immediate danger. Report of an explosion. Report of a shooting or stabbing. Report of an auto accident with injury or other extenuating circumstances. Pursuit of an actual or suspected violator of the law. An industrial accident. 10

11 Responding to a crime in progress in which there is a threat of physical danger to the parties involved. 3. Regardless of the nature of the emergency, officers should not drive in such a manner as to endanger the life and property of another. Officers shall always consider road, traffic and weather conditions and their ability to control vehicles under adverse circumstances. 4. When responding to an emergency situation, an officer driving an authorized emergency vehicle may: Proceed past a red or stop signal or stop sign, but only after slowing down as may be required and necessary for safe operation. When approaching a "red" traffic light or stop sign an officer will: Decelerate and be prepared to stop, Enter the intersection only when it is safe, Yield to all moving vehicles and pedestrians, Accelerate only when it is safe. When approaching a "green" traffic light an officer will: Decelerate and be prepared to stop, Enter the intersection only when it is safe. Accelerate only when it is safe. Exceed speed limits so long as he does not endanger life or property. Disregard regulations governing direction of movement and turning. Drive against traffic on one-way streets only when there is no danger to life or property and then only with caution. 5. The following guidelines shall apply when operating a police vehicle as an emergency vehicle: Emergency Lights The lights should be used in all situations in which the officer is to take liberties in his driving and to expedite his free movement in order to reach his destination more quickly. The lights are also to signal traffic violators to the extreme right of the roadway and stop. It may be necessary to use both the lights and the siren to effect the stop. The lights are also used to assist motorists parked or stopped in hazardous locations. 11

12 When the patrol vehicle is parked or stopped on the roadway or in a hazardous location. Siren The officer should be discreet in his use of the siren as it frequently complicates traffic problems. Under extreme conditions the siren should be actuated continuously. The siren should also be used to signal violators to stop when other means of attracting the violator's attention have failed. Officers should use the siren based on existing traffic, roadway conditions, and the urgency of their arrival. Emergency lights and siren in combination shall be utilized in the following circumstances: During pursuit situations. When responding to emergency situations. When responding to an alarm, the siren may be deactivated so as not to announce your pending arrival. Spotlight The spotlight should be used as a protection to the officer when hazardous conditions exist. The spotlight should be used to signal violators to stop but care must be exercised so as not to cause temporary blindness to the violator or other drivers on the roadway. Public Address System The public address system may be utilized to stop violators and direct their actions from a safe distance, so as to minimize the hazard to the officer. The public address system may also be used in directing persons when unusual conditions exists, such as temporary traffic hazards or conditions and communicating with other persons. When pulled off the side of a roadway to complete an assignment or assist other units, these lights should be used to warn motorists. 6. Unmarked police vehicles will not generally be operated as emergency vehicles. Officers operating unmarked vehicles will use extra caution because unmarked cars are more difficult for other drivers to identify as police vehicles. 7. Officers will not conduct an escort without prior approval of the watch commander. Officers will not escort other emergency vehicles using flashing lights and sirens unless it is absolutely necessary to guide them to their destination. 12

13 Caution should be exercised especially when crossing intersections. Speed limits should not be exceeded. Officers will not follow ambulances, fire apparatus, or other emergency vehicles so closely as to constitute a hazard. Except as qualified below, officers will not use flashing lights and siren to escort nonemergency vehicles. This is an extremely dangerous practice that could expose the officer, Department and Village to civil liability. In cases of serious illness or injury, an ambulance will be called. Sick or injured persons should not be transported in Police Department vehicles. If it is necessary to escort funeral processions, parades, or slow moving vehicles with oversize loads, the police vehicle's flashing lights may be used. Caution should be exercised while the escort is in progress. 13

14 14 Title: CITIZEN COMPLAINTS Procedure: Date Issued: MAY 01, 2002 Revised: Reviewed: October 2014 PURPOSE: To clarify the procedure for handling citizen complaints. To provide for documentation of specific allegations. To facilitate the investigation and disposition of citizen complaints. POLICY: It is the policy of the Police Department to investigate all complaints against Department personnel, regardless of the source of such complaints. Investigations of these complaints through standardized procedures will demonstrate the Department's desire to provide honest, efficient police service and will inspire public confidence in its personnel. DEFINITION: A citizen complaint is defined as that action taken by a citizen to bring to the attention of the Department any police action or inaction that the citizen considers to be contrary to law, proper procedure, good order, or in some other manner prejudicial to the citizen, the police department, or to the community as a whole. PROCEDURE: 1. A citizen complaint will be addressed whenever a citizen brings to the attention of a member of this Department a complaint concerning an action described above. Whenever a citizen requests to file a complaint against a member of this Department the on duty watch commander will discuss the incident with the citizen. If after discussing the incident with the supervisor, the citizen still desires to file a complaint, a Citizen Complaint Form will be provided. A citizen complaint will not be accepted that involves only the citizen s contention that he is innocent of a charge placed against him by the officer. 2. The citizen will be instructed to document, in his handwriting, as much as possible concerning the incident and will be given whatever assistance is needed to complete the form. The identity of the assisting person will be included in the narrative.

15 3. When the citizen is finished the Department member receiving the form will check it for legibility and sign the form. The original will be retained and the complainant will receive a copy. 4. The Department member receiving the form will record, on the back of the original complaint form, any comments or discussion with the complainant, of any significance, and the complainant's physical and mental condition. Evidence indicating that the complainant is under the influence of an intoxicant or drug is suffering a mental disorder or any other evidence of traits or conditions bearing upon his credibility will be noted. The Department member will also note the complainant's physical condition, specifically any visible marks or injuries relative to the complaint The Chief of Police will assign the complaint for investigation. All investigations are confidential and the investigating officer will discuss the investigation with only those individuals that will be involved in the investigation. 6. The investigating officer will thoroughly document his investigation and all interviews conducted. The results of his investigations and findings will be forwarded, in a sealed envelope, directly to the Chief of Police. 7. After review by the Chief of Police, the complainant will be contacted by the investigating officer with the findings. 8. A record of all investigated citizen complaints will be kept by the office of the Chief of Police.

16 16 Title: REPORTING POLICE Procedure: VEHICLE TRAFFIC CRASHES Date Issued: MAY 01, 2002 Reviewed: October 2014 PURPOSE: To provide for investigation and uniform reporting of traffic crashes involving Department vehicles. POLICY: Whenever the operator of a police vehicle from the Police Department is involved in a traffic crash, certain procedures will be implemented to safeguard the objectivity of the investigation. Watch Commanders should consider the nature and circumstances of the traffic crash and protect the integrity of the Department and all individuals involved. PROCEDURE: 1. The operator of any police vehicle involved in any vehicular traffic crash within the corporate Village limits will: Allow the vehicles to remain in the post accident position, if traffic conditions permit. Under no circumstances should they be removed from the immediate vicinity. Request that the on duty watch commander respond to the accident scene. Request medical aid when necessary. 2. All traffic crashes which occur within the corporate Village limits involving a police vehicle, will be investigated the Illinois State Police, or the Cook County Sheriff s Police when available, or by the on duty watch commander who will complete the Traffic Crash Report including a diagram. 3. Watch Commanders may request the assistance of an accident investigator to investigate any traffic crash involving injuries, extensive damage to property, or where special circumstances are present, such as potential liability to the Village. 4. The operator of the vehicle involved in a traffic crash will submit a memo explaining the circumstances of the traffic crash. This memo will be prepared and submitted before the operator ends his tour of duty. 5. The on duty watch commander investigating the traffic crash will submit a Report to the Chief of Police, through the chain of command, indicating the findings of his investigation. This report will include the following information: traffic crash report charge and court date, if an arrest is made,

17 17 citation number and court date if a ticket is issued, other drivers insurance company and policy number, brief narrative of the crash, number and description of photographs taken, name of accident investigator, if one used, and; findings concerning negligence of operator and recommendations relating to corrective action and/or discipline. 6. If the vehicle operator is disabled and cannot prepare the necessary reports, the investigating watch commander will, when medically permissible, interview the injured operator and prepare the report. The investigating watch commander will examine the damaged vehicle to determine if it is safe for use, considering both mechanical defects and unsightliness. 8. If the on duty watch commander is involved in a traffic crash, State Police will be contacted to complete the traffic crash report. 9. The operator of any police vehicle involved in any traffic crash outside of the corporate Village limits will: Allow the vehicles to remain in the post accident position, if traffic conditions permit. Under no circumstances should they be removed from the immediate vicinity. Notify the proper jurisdiction and request medical aid if necessary. Contact the communications center and have them advise the on duty watch commander. Obtain a copy of the Traffic Crash Report from the reporting agency. Submit a memo explaining the circumstances of the crash. 10. The on duty watch commander will complete a Report after interviewing the operator involved in the traffic crash and reviewing the traffic crash report. The watch commander will submit this report to the Chief of Police, through the chain of command. This report will include the following information: traffic crash report charge and court date, if an arrest is made, citation number and court date if a ticket is issued,

18 18 other drivers insurance company and policy number, brief narrative of the crash, number and description of photographs taken, name of accident investigator, if one used, and; findings concerning negligence of operator and recommendations relating to corrective action and/or discipline. 11. If the vehicle operator is disabled and cannot prepare the necessary reports, the investigating watch commander will, when medically permissible, interview the injured operator and prepare the report.

19 19 Title: HATE CRIME RELATED Procedure: INCIDENTS Date Issued: MAY 01, 2002 Reviewed: October 2014 POLICY: It is the policy of the Police Department to protect the constitutional rights of all citizens regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, or religion. When the rights of any citizen are infringed upon by intimidation, force, or violence, the Department shall expend resources necessary to conduct a thorough investigation, identify the perpetrators, and bring them before the court. There will be special emphasis placed on victim assistance and community cooperation to reduce the fears of the victim and the community. The Police Department will not tolerate malicious or criminal incidents that are racially or religiously motivated. The Department will also investigate incidents, non-criminal in nature that adversely affect the community. DEFINITION: A hate crime related incident is an act or a threatened or attempted act by any person or persons against the person or property of another individual or group which may in any way constitute an expression of hostility toward the victim because of the person s actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, or national origin. Such acts include, but are not limited to, vandalism, cross burning, fire bombings, bomb threats, assaults, battery, threatening phone calls, and any other incidents where the result of the action is real or perceived. FACTORS TO BE CONSIDERED IN IDENTIFYING HATE CRIME RELATED INCIDENTS: The motivation behind the act determines whether an incident is hate related. Although no one factor is conclusive, the following criteria, applied singularly or in combination, should be used to determine if probable cause exists to believe that an incident was motivated entirely or in part by animosity toward the victim because of his actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability or national origin. 1. Were words, symbols, or acts that are or may be offensive to an identifiable group used by the perpetrator, or are they present as evidence? For example, is there a burning cross or a painted swastika, or were derogatory words or slurs or graffiti directed at a particular racial, religious, ethnic or other minority group? 2. Are the victim and the suspected perpetrator members of different racial, religious or ethnic groups?

20 3. Has the victim or victim s group been subjected to past similar incidents? Has there been tension or hostility between the victim s group and another particular racial, religious or ethnic group? 4. Is the victim the only minority group member in the neighborhood or one of just a few such persons? 5. Did the victim recently move into the area? Is the victim acquainted with neighbors and or local community groups? Has there been evidence of hostility toward the victim by neighbors? 6. When multiple incidents occur at the same time, are all the victims of the same race, ethnicity, religion, national origin or sexual orientation? 7. Does a meaningful portion of the community perceive and respond to the situation as a hate crime related incident? 8. Does the incident appear to be timed to coincide with a specific holiday or date of significance, (e.g. Martin Luther King Day, Rosh Hashanah)? 9. Has the victim been involved in recent public activity that would possibly make him a target? Has the victim been associated with any prominent recent or past activities relating to his race, ethnicity, religion or sexual orientation, (e.g., NAACP, gay rights rally, demonstrations by or against the KKK)? 10. Has there been prior or recent news coverage of events of a similar nature? 11. What was the manner and means of attack, (e.g., color of paint, symbols or signs used, unusual spelling of the words used)? Is the modus operandi similar to other documented incidents? 12. Is there an ongoing neighborhood problem that may have initiated or contributed to the act, (e.g., could the act be retribution for some conflict between neighbors or with area juveniles)? 13. Does the perpetrator responsible have a true understanding of the impact of the crime/incident on the victim or other group members? Are the perpetrators juveniles? 14. Does the crime/incident indicate possible involvement by an organized hate group, (e.g., KKK, American Nazi Party)? For example: Is the literature printed or handwritten? Does it contain an Identifiable hate group symbol or insignia or hate group address? Is there any documented or suspected organized hate group activity in the area? PROCEDURE: REPORTING OF HATE CRIME RELATED INCIDENTS 20

21 1. A written report and thorough follow-up investigation will be made for all hate related incidents. The report will be made regardless of the victim's desire for prosecution. In some cases, the motivation behind the act will be unclear. REPORTING OFFICER S RESPONSIBILITY 1. When an incident is determined to be hate related, the reporting officer is responsible for the following: Aid the injured, stabilize the victim, and provide necessary assistance; Apprehend the offender, when possible; Take steps to prevent the incident from escalating; Protect the crime scene; Request that a supervisor respond to the scene; Conduct a preliminary investigation; Prepare the appropriate report; and Provide assistance in accordance with the Department s procedure for victim/witness assistance. SUPERVISOR S RESPONSIBILITY 1. When informed that a hate motivated incident has occurred, the supervisor will: Respond to the scene to determine the seriousness of the incident; Determine whether additional personnel are needed; 21 Notify the Chief of Police, an investigator, or other personnel as necessary; Take whatever steps are necessary to prevent the incident from escalating; Supervise the preliminary investigation; Review and approve all initial reports; and Assist the Chief of Police in carrying out any necessary community relations functions. INVESTIGATOR S RESPONSIBILITY 1. When called to the scene of a hate motivated incident, the investigator will: Assume control of any necessary follow-up investigations; Conduct all necessary crime scene searches, surveillances, or activities to secure evidence and apprehend the offender;

22 22 Contact the appropriate federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies for assistance if necessary; Submit all follow-up reports and prepare the case for prosecution; and Keep the Chief of Police and the victim informed of the status and any changes in the case. 2. The Criminal Investigations Unit is responsible for maintaining a file on all hate motivated incidents and establishing a liaison with the appropriate federal, state, and local agencies for intelligence information exchange. 3. A follow-up investigation will be conducted by a member of the Criminal Investigations Unit on all reports of hate crime related incidents.

23 23 Title: BICYCLE OPERATIONS Procedure: Date Issued: MAY 01, 2002 Reviewed: October 2014 PURPOSE: To provide for the safe operation and use of Department bicycles. To provide Department procedures for the operation of the police bicycle. POLICY: Department bicycles will primarily be used to provide highly visible police patrol in the business and park areas. The bicycle is an effective vehicle in that it combines mobility with close citizen contact. PROCEDURE: The bicycle unit is a function of the Patrol Division and is under the direct supervision of the watch commander. PERIOD OF OPERATION: 1. The bicycle will be used as a specialized vehicle from April 1 through October 31. Personnel will normally be assigned depending on shift staffing levels. 2. The bicycle will not be used during periods of inclement weather. BICYCLE UNIT PERSONNEL: 1. Personnel will be assigned to the bicycle unit by the Chief of Police. Only authorized personnel are allowed to ride the police bicycles. BICYCLE EQUIPMENT: 1. The police bicycles will be equipped with a headlight, taillight, reflectors, and audible warning device and contain police markings. 2. The bicycle officer shall use the trunk mounted bicycle carrier for the transportation of the bicycle. 3. Bicycle unit personnel are responsible for submitting a request for service form if a bicycle is in need of repair or service. BICYCLE OFFICER S UNIFORM

24 24 1. The bicycle officer s uniform shall consist of the following items: Black shorts. Black short sleeve polo shirt. Duty belt. Helmet with police lettering. Protective eyewear. Black bicycle gloves. Black athletic shoes. PATROL UTILIZATION: The police bicycle will not normally Be utilized as a beat vehicle. At the watch commander s discretion, a bicycle officer assigned a beat, may mount his bicycle to his squad and ride as time permits. The officer should not distance himself too far from his squad to impact response time. Department police bicycles will be used to access those areas not accessible by a car. A police bicycle will not be used to transport prisoners. 4. A police bicycle will under no circumstances be involved in or used as a pursuit vehicle for pursuing another vehicle.

25 25 Title: ANIMAL COMPLAINT ENFORCEMENT Procedure: Date Issued: MAY 01, 2002 Reviewed: October 2014 PURPOSE: To provide a guideline for department response to animal complaints. To establish a procedure for handling animal bite reports and impoundment. POLICY: The Police Department will handle stray, injured, lost or found animals in a humane manner. PROCEDURE: WILD, STRAY, OR INJURED ANIMALS 1. When a call is received concerning an animal complaint, the communications operator will determine if the complaint involves a wild animal or a stray domestic animal. 2. If the call concerns a stray domestic animal, a unit will be dispatched and attempt to capture the animal in a humane manner. 3. Stray domestic animals will be transported to animal welfare if the owner cannot be contacted. 4. Stray animals will be impounded as determined by village ordinance and an attempt made to determine ownership. If the owner cannot be located, the animal will be disposed of by the animal shelter. 5. If the animal is vicious and cannot be captured without injury to the officer, or presents a danger to the public, the officer may use a weapon to destroy the animal. Animals requiring destruction will be killed through the most reasonable method available for the time, location, and circumstances. The officer will document his actions on a memo and forward to the Chief of Police, through the chain of command. ANIMAL BITES 1. Officers will respond promptly to all reports of animal bites and ensure that the person bitten has received medical attention.

26 The officer will attempt to locate the owner of the animal and advise them of the incident and instruct the owner to take their animal to a veterinarian. The officer will obtain all necessary information to complete an animal bite report for the Department of Animal Control. If the animal is a stray, the officer will impound the animal and advise the veterinarian that this animal has bitten a person. 5. If the officer is unable to identify the owner or the animal, a complete description of the animal will be obtained and an incident report written. 26

27 27 Title: BODY ARMOR Procedure: Date Issued: MAY 01, 2002 Reviewed: October 2014 PURPOSE To provide for the highest degree of safety to all police officers while on duty. To establish procedures for the use of the soft body armor vest as an item of police department safety equipment. POLICY: The most valuable resource of the Department is its personnel. Any loss due to injury is a substantial loss to the Department. Therefore, a primary objective of the Department is loss control with proven loss prevention techniques. The policy of the Police Department shall be to provide, to all full time sworn personnel, a protective soft body armor vest. PROCEDURE: ISSUE AND USE 1. All full time sworn personnel shall be issued a soft body armor vest. Make, model and threat level shall conform to the National Institute of Justice standard # for threat level protection. 2. Department members shall be REQUIRED to wear the soft body armor vest while involved in uniform police operations. 3. Patrol personnel shall have soft body armor readily available while on duty. Readily available means in the passenger compartment of the police vehicle. 4. Body armor shall not be stored in a trunk compartment of any police vehicle. 5. Body armor shall be worn while performing hazardous duties such as stake outs, planned felony arrests, tactical functions or when directed by a supervisor under potential or known volatile or hazardous conditions. 6. The vest may be worn under the uniform shirt or over the uniform shirt in an approved vest shell. 7. It shall be the supervisor's responsibility to ensure that personnel are properly equipped with body armor during their tour of duty. MAINTENANCE AND CARE

28 28 1. Personnel shall maintain the vest in a clean and serviceable condition. 2. The vest is subject to periodic inspections by supervisory personnel, as are uniforms and other departmental equipment. 3. Cleaning shall be done only according to the manufacturer's instructions, as contained in the Kevlar Personal Body Armor Facts Book. DAMAGE INSPECTION 1. Immediately after the vest has been subject to stress (attack by sharp or blunt objects, projectiles, or substantial impact), the vest is to be examined for damage to the Kevlar fabric. 2. Any attack to the vest shall be reported in writing to the officer's supervisor and shall be inspected by the manufacturer or his representative. 3. If the Kevlar has been damaged or penetrated, it will be immediately replaced. 4. If the vest has become wet, allow it to air dry naturally. REPLACEMENT AND REPAIRS 1. The Police Department will establish a vest replacement program following the manufacturers recommended life expectancy of the vest. 2. The Police Department will replace or repair all vests damaged in the line of duty. 3. The officer shall be responsible for replacement or repair of the vest under the following circumstances: Weight gain that makes the vest unwearable. Damage caused by negligence or not in the line of duty. Wear caused by faulty maintenance. Theft or loss due to negligence.

29 Title: NOTIFICATION FOR DEATH Procedure: AND SERIOUS INJURY Date Issued: MAY 01, 2002 Reviewed: October 2014 PURPOSE: To ensure prompt notification of a family member in all cases involving deceased or seriously injured persons. To establish Department procedure for making notifications. POLICY: Every effort will be made to locate and notify the nearest relative of a person who has suffered serious or fatal injuries, as soon as possible. Notifications will be made in person by a member of this Department or from another agency. Cooperation of the news media will be sought when withholding identity of the subject(s) pending the notification of a relative of the victim. PROCEDURE: CITIZENS 1. In cases involving death or serious injury to an adult, juvenile or mentally impaired person or any injury to a juvenile or mentally impaired person, the officer executing the original report will be responsible for notifying or causing notification of a relative. However, if the death is a homicide or suspicious circumstances surround the death, the Criminal Investigations Unit will be contacted before any notifications are made. Death notifications should, if possible, be made in person by two officers. 2. If a relative lives in an adjoining community, the notification may be made in person. The Police Department of that community will be notified of our presence and purpose. Supervisors will determine the appropriate distance for the neighboring communities. 3. If the relative lives in a jurisdiction outside our notification area, the appropriate Police Department will be requested to make the notification when death has occurred. In cases involving serious injury and the person has been transported to a hospital, notification can be made by telephone advising a responsible person of the basic information regarding the injury and where the person is being treated. The official police report will contain the name and relationship of persons notified, date, time, and name of notifying officer. DEPARTMENT PERSONNEL 29

30 1. The Chief of Police will be notified immediately whenever a member of the Department suffers serious injury or death. 2. In any case of serious injury or death to a member of the Department while on duty, the Chief of Police, or his designee, will make personal notification to the member's family. 3. When necessary, transportation for the family will be arranged for or provided by the supervisor. 4. It will be the responsibility of each member and employee of the Department to provide a current home address and telephone number of the person to be contacted in the case of injury. 30

31 Title: ELECTRONIC CONTROL WEAPONS (TASER), Procedure: IMPACT WEAPONS, AND O/C SPRAY REGULATIONS Date Issued: MAY 01, 2002 Reviewed: October 2014 PURPOSE: To set forth guidelines and regulations for the type of weapons and ammunition authorized by the Department, and to ensure proper training and qualification procedures for all personnel. To outline general guidelines for the carrying and use of firearms by police personnel. The use of a firearm is probably the most serious act in which a police officer will engage. It is imperative that the officer act within the boundaries of legal guidelines, ethics, good judgment, and accepted practices; but also be prepared by training and direction to act within the scope of this procedure whenever using a firearm in the line of duty. PROCEDURE: GENERAL: Full time sworn personnel of the department who are authorized by law to carry firearms shall exercise the utmost care and caution in the use of firearms. Full time sworn personnel may carry their approved firearm within the provisions of State law. When carrying the firearm off duty and out of uniform it must be concealed. Part time sworn personnel are not permitted to carry a weapon off duty without written permission of the Chief of Police. 4. It shall be prohibited for any member to appear in public in an intoxicated condition while carrying a firearm. No member shall carry a firearm under the influence of any intoxicant. 5. Carrying a firearm while on suspension or during a leave of absence, where the officers official commission is suspended, is prohibited. 6. All handguns, whether carried on or off duty, must be registered with the Department. 7. The carrying of a second exposed handgun while on duty is prohibited. 8. Only firearms and ammunition authorized by the Department shall be used in the performance of duty. 31

32 9. Officers will not point their firearm at a person unless circumstances create a strong reasonable cause to believe that it may be necessary to lawfully use the weapon in conformance with other sections of this procedure. 10. Officers will secure and store their weapons, both on and off duty, in such a manner as to deter unauthorized persons from gaining control over the weapon. 11. Officers will immediately report any loss or theft, of a weapon, to the Department. AUTHORIZED FIREARMS 1. All sworn officers of the department will, at their expense, equip themselves with a handgun, as outlined below, to carry while on duty. A double action,.45acp,.40cal, or 9mm caliber semi automatic pistol of quality manufacture, inspected and approved by the Department Range Officer. 2. Officers will carry the weapon with a round chambered. All semi-automatic handguns will be double action and equipped with an internal or external safety to guard against accidental discharge if the weapon is dropped. Weapons will not be carried in the holsters with the hammer cocked. FIREARMS QUALIFICATIONS 1. All sworn personnel shall pass a qualification course with their duty weapon(s) annually, and attend and pass quarterly firearms training. An officer must pass a weapons qualification course with any authorized duty weapon before carrying it on duty. The officer will supply training ammunition for duty weapon training for weapons not capable of chambering.45 caliber ammunition. 2. All sworn personnel shall pass a qualification course with their off duty weapon(s) annually. An officer must pass a weapons qualification course with any authorized off duty weapon before carrying it off duty. The officer will supply the ammunition for the course if the weapon is not capable of chambering.45 caliber ammunition. 3. All sworn personnel utilizing the department approved shotgun and/or patrol rifle shall pass a qualification course annually, and attend and pass quarterly training. 4. All sworn personnel are afforded periodic range training sessions, scheduled by the range officer. 5. All courses for qualification and proficiency shall be approved by the Department Range Master. 6. Firearms qualification includes achieving minimum scores on prescribed courses of fire, attaining and demonstrating a knowledge of the laws concerning the use of firearms, and being familiar with, and exercise safe handling procedures for the use of firearms. Officers must demonstrate the ability to break the weapon down for cleaning purposes, and reassembling it, restoring it to firing condition. 32

33 8. Members that are unable to shoot a qualifying score will be required to attend additional range training with the Range Officer. The Range Master will be advised and monitor the progress to ensure all members qualify. 9. The list of authorized duty weapons will be reviewed annually by the Range Officer newer model weapons may be added as technology or threat levels change. 33 AMMUNITION 1. Duty ammunition will be provided by the Department. All members on duty will carry the manufacturer's rated amount loaded in their handgun and a minimum of fully loaded magazine as a spare. one 2. Only Department issued or authorized ammunition may be carried on or off duty. The Department authorized ammunition will be the Winchester Ranger.45 Cal.,.40 Cal., or 9mm Caliber or comparable ammunition, as approved by the Range Officer. 3. The standard ammunition for Department shotguns will be 12 gauge, 1 ounce rifled slugs, or 00 buckshot. 4. The standard ammunition for Department approved patrol rifles will be 5.56/.223 General Purpose and/or Barrier Penetrating Ammunition. 5. No other type of ammunition will be authorized without specific prior approval of the Chief of Police. INSPECTIONS 1. Firearms carried on or off-duty shall be maintained in a clean and serviceable condition. 2. All sworn officers shall submit their duty firearm for inspection by a Range Officer at the semi-annual qualifications. Off duty weapons shall be inspected during the off-duty weapon training. Any firearm that does not pass inspection will be immediately removed from service. A Department weapon will be lent to the officer until his duty firearm is serviceable or repaired, and inspected. 3. Any unsafe or unauthorized equipment shall be reported to the Officer's supervisor in writing, by the Range Officer. 4. Supervisors shall have frequent unannounced inspections to ensure that personnel are carrying only authorized weapons and ammunition and that all equipment is clean. 5. The Range Officer shall maintain, and update annually, a Weapons Authorization Log describing every weapon an officer is authorized to carry while on duty. This will include Department owned weapons. Information to be included: Manufacturer of Weapon Model of Weapon

34 34 Barrel length Caliber Serial number Class of weapon Dates of qualification 6. The Range Officer shall maintain a Weapons Log describing all off duty weapons authorized to be carried by an officer. RANGE PROCEDURES 1. All organized Department shoots will be scheduled and supervised by the Department Range Officer. 2. The Range Officer will be in charge of all personnel while participating in any shooting program on the range, regardless of rank or position. 3. Uniform members will use their service weapon, holster and ammunition carrier when firing on the range course. 4. Detectives and Administrative personnel shall use the weapon and holster they wear while on duty on a routine basis. 5. Members may use a substitute weapon if their weapon is not usable at that time. Substitute weapons must conform to department regulations, and be approved by the range officer before any Department shoot. 6. Members will be required to wear ear and eye protection at all times. 7. Weapons will be loaded and unloaded only on the firing line and only upon command of the Range Officer. 8. All weapons and ammunition malfunctions or suspected malfunctions shall immediately be reported to the Range Officer. 9. Any member sustaining an injury while on the range will immediately report it to the Range Officer. A written report will be made to the Chief of Police. 10. Any incidents on the range involving weapons, misconduct, or violations of department rules will be reported to the Chief of Police by the Range Officer. The Range Officer has the authority to order members off the range in cases of serious misconduct. 11. All members are on duty while at the range and all rules and regulations apply. 12. No civilians are to be on the range firing line without permission from the Range Officer. All officers shall adhere to all range rules and regulations.

35 The range officer shall complete a range qualification report after every training session and submit it to the Chief of Police. MISCELLANEOUS 1. All on duty officers will carry their duty handgun in a holster. Uniformed officers must use a holster as specified in Department uniform guidelines. 2. No officer will internally or externally modify any mechanical operating component of their on duty or off duty firearm, from factory specifications, without first obtaining written permission from the Department Range Officer. AUTHORIZED LESS-THAN-LETHAL WEAPONS 1. All sworn officers of the Department will equip themselves with their choice of a less-than-lethal weapon. A less-than-lethal weapon will be carried on the person whenever an officer is out of his police vehicle. O/C Spray and Taser Electronic Control Weapon an impact weapon, may be carried. The impact weapon, excluding flashlights, will conform to the following standards: An ASP Collapsible Straight Baton (either sixteen, twenty-one or twenty- six inch length baton) or, A standard straight police baton made of wood, not to exceed twenty-six inches in length. 2. The Departmentally approved O/C Spray is First Defense Oleoresin Capsicum Spray described as follows: MK VI.68 ounce canister or MK III 1.47 ounce canister or MK IV 3.00 ounce canister. 3. The Department approved Electronic Control Weapon (ECW). CARE OF LESS-THAN-LETHAL WEAPONS 1. Officers who carry O/C Spray should routinely inspect the canister and nozzle for signs of erosion, leakage, dirt in the nozzle, fullness and/or other signs of damage. 2. O/C Spray should not be stored in direct sunlight or in areas where the temperature can exceed 120 degrees Fahrenheit, such as in the trunk or passenger compartment of a vehicle. The ASP collapsible baton should be kept dry. If exposed to water, the baton should be opened and dried with a soft cloth. The butt cap or plug should be periodically checked to make sure it is tightly screwed onto the handle. The tip should be checked for looseness.

36 36 TRAINING 1. All sworn officers will be trained prior to carrying a less-than-lethal weapon. 2. Training will consist of classroom training and hands-on practical application of the less-than-lethal weapon. 3. Officers will be retrained in the use of less-than-lethal weapons annually. 4. Only those officers demonstrating proficiency in the use of agency authorized weapons will be allowed to carry such weapons. 5. Training will be conducted by certified weapons instructors. 6. As part of the annual in-service training, the use of force procedure will be reviewed.

37 37 Title: Patrol Rifle Policy Procedure: Date Issued: December 12, 2007 Reviewed: October 2014 Purpose: The authorized patrol rifle/carbine may be provided by the Police Department or individually Officer owned. Patrol rifles/carbines will be deployed consistent with the Departmental Use-of-force Policy Officer deploying the patrol rifle/carbine will maintain control of the firearm at all times or insure that the weapon is secured by another police officer. Patrol rifle/carbine deployment is recommended when the following conditions are identified; potentially dangerous/deadly force situation where the officer has reason to Any believe that the deployment of the patrol rifle/carbine will contribute to the safe resolution of the incident or diminish risk to the officer or the public The officer is assigned as a member of a Rapid Deployment team, C.E.R.T. (combined Emergency Response Team), or a special assignment The officer is assigned as a cover officer on perimeter security or a containment team member during a tactical operation. The officer has cause to believe that an armed offender is wearing body armor or is shielded by an intervening barrier. The officer has cause to believe that an offender may be engaged at an extended distance. The destruction of an injured or sick animal per Departmental Policy. Authorized Specifications All authorized patrol rifles/carbines must meet the following specifications. The Chief of Police or his designee shall provide any variation in type or caliber of the patrol rifle/carbine The Primary patrol rifle/carbine shall be an AR-15/CAR-15 type secured in a weapon rack mounted inside the car or locked in the squad car trunk. Chambered for 5.56mm rifle ammunition. A barrel length of at least 16 inches. Semi-automatic only. Iron Sights. The butt stock may be either fixed or collapsible. Primary magazines are 20 rounders loaded with 18 rounds. Back-up magazines may be 30 rounders, loaded with 28 rounds. Ammunition shall be of a type approved by the Chief of Police Equipped with a sling system suitable for tactical deployment where the weapon may be retained hands free yet ready for immediate use.

38 Procedure # Patrol rifles/carbines owned by an Officer must be inspected and approved by a Department Range Master to insure that it meets Department authorized specifications. Modifications No modifications, other that the following list, will be permitted without prior approval of the Chief of Police. Requests for any other modifications must be submitted in writing through the Range Officers, with recommendations to the Chief of Police. Generally approved options; Front night sight Weapon mounted light attachment Redi-mag Vortex Flash Hider Ambidextrous Safety Replacement pistol grip Extractor Defender D-Ring Supplemental Sighting System: The use of a supplemental sighting system must be approved by the Chief of Police, with recommendations from the Range Officers. The device must be suitable for tactical close quarter engagement and allow immediate access to the iron sights should the system fail. It is recognized that an Officer s assignment to C.E.R.T. (Combined Emergency Response Team) or any other specially assignment/unit may require or determine special modifications. Training and qualification Officers must complete a Department approved patrol rifle/carbine training course. Officers must successfully complete the quarterly Department training and/or qualification course-offire to remain eligible for field deployment of the patrol rif

39 Procedure # Title: REPORTING HAZARDOUS CONDITIONS Procedure: Date Issued: MAY 01, 2002 Reviewed: October 2014 PURPOSE: To establish guidelines for identifying, reporting and correcting hazardous highway conditions and other emergency situations. POLICY: Upon the discovery of a hazardous condition the officer shall notify Communications Center and request that the appropriate agency be contacted to have the hazard corrected. PROCEDURE: 1. When an officer observes a situation that he believes to be potentially dangerous, or such hazard requires immediate correction, such as a fallen tree or electrical wires down, the officer will immediately notify communications and identify the type of assistance and equipment required. The officer will protect the scene, bystanders and direct traffic or take any other action deemed necessary to correct the situation. 2. A supervisor shall respond to the scene of any emergency, upon request, to correct a hazardous condition. 3. When a hazard is detected that represents a potential accident situation, but the threat of such is not imminent, the officer shall notify communications of the situation, who will then contact the proper agency. 4. Officers shall report conditions, which may require the service of another Village Department. 5. Hazardous conditions are identified by one or more of the following categories: Malfunction Defective Missing or lack of Broken or damaged Obstructed Improperly located 6. Hazardous conditions may include but are not limited to: Mechanical traffic devices

40 Procedure # Traffic and information signs Train crossing locations Roadway lighting Broken water mains Electrical wires down Fallen trees Roadway debris Dangerous ice or snow accumulation Roadway safety devices: road markers, striping, reflectors and impact devices Defects in the roadway: Vehicles parked or abandoned on the travel portion of the roadway.

41 Procedure # Title: VEHICLE PURSUIT Procedure: Date Issued: MAY 01, 2002 Reviewed: October 2014 PURPOSE: To establish guidelines and responsibilities for vehicle pursuits requiring emergency operation of Police Department vehicles. POLICY: Emergency operations of department vehicles shall be conducted in strict accordance with existing statutes, rules and procedures. Vehicle pursuit is one of the most dangerous duties a police officer must perform. When a decision to pursue is made, the safety of all concerned must be considered. The seriousness of the offense must be weighed against the hazards of the health and welfare of citizens who might be affected by the chase. During the pursuit, continuous balancing of the seriousness versus safety is mandatory. The Department expects an officer, or his supervisor, to terminate a pursuit whenever the risks to the safety of the officers or citizens outweigh the danger to the community if the offender is not caught. No task is of such importance as to justify the reckless disregard of the safety of innocent persons. The principles of safety shall not become secondary. The responsibility for the decision to overtake or pursue another vehicle rests on the individual officer. In arriving at his decision he must carefully consider all factors involved and the possible consequences. To diminish the likelihood of a pursuit, officers intending to stop a vehicle should, when possible, be within close proximity to the vehicle before activating emergency lights and siren. DEFINITIONS: Vehicle Pursuit: An active attempt by one or more officers to apprehend a suspect operating a motor vehicle, while the suspect is trying to avoid capture by using high speed or other evasive tactics such as driving off the roadway, sudden or unexpected movements or willfully failing to yield to a signal to stop. Forcible Felony: A felony, that involves an actual or threatened attack that the officer has reasonable cause to believe could result or has resulted in death or serious bodily injury. Roadblock: Any method, restriction or obstruction used or intended for the purpose of preventing free passage of vehicles on a roadway to effect the apprehension of an actual or suspected offender in a vehicle. Primary Pursuing Unit: The police unit that initiates a pursuit or any unit that assumes control of the pursuit.

42 Procedure # Terminate Pursuit: The officer will deactivate audible and visual emergency warning equipment (emergency lights and siren) and resume a safe speed. Supervisor: The on duty patrol shift watch commander. PROCEDURE: Vehicle pursuit is justified only when the officer knows or has reasonable grounds to believe the suspect is attempting to evade apprehension and the suspect, if allowed to escape, may present a danger to human life or cause serious injury to other people. Officers engaged in emergency vehicle operations shall use audible and visual emergency warning equipment (emergency lights and siren). INITIATING PRIMARY UNIT RESPONSIBILITY 1. The responsibility for the decision to initiate pursuit rests with the individual officer. The officer shall, in all cases, notify the Communications Center when a pursuit is underway and provide the following information: Police unit identification; Location, speed and direction of travel, with continuous updates; Vehicle description including license number, if known; The specific reason for the pursuit, including known laws violated; Number and description of occupants; When, or if, the pursuit leaves the municipal limits; and, When switching to another radio frequency. 2. Failure to provide sufficient information will be cause for the supervisor to order termination of the pursuit. 3. The initiating/primary unit shall be in field command and bears operational responsibility for the pursuit unless relieved by a supervisor. The authority of this unit pertains to the immediate field operation and is, always, subordinate to the shift supervisor or commanding officer. 4. The primary unit may maintain pursuit as long as it is safe to do so; until directed to terminate the pursuit by a supervisor; the suspect is stopped; or a reasonable distance has been covered which may indicate the futility of continued pursuit. 5. The decision to abandon pursuit may be the most intelligent course of action. A pursuing officer must constantly question whether the seriousness of the offense justifies continued pursuit. In any case, a pursuit shall terminate under any of the following circumstances:

43 Procedure # If, in the opinion of the pursuing officer or a supervisor, there is a clear and unreasonable danger to the officer or others created by the pursuit which outweighs the necessity for immediate apprehension; The suspects identity has been established so that later apprehension can be accomplished and there is no longer a need for immediate apprehension; The prevailing traffic, roadway and environmental conditions dictate the futility of continued pursuit; The pursued vehicle's location is no longer known; or, The pursuing officer knows or is reasonably certain that the offender is a juvenile, the offense is a misdemeanor or non-serious felony, and the safety factors involved are obviously greater than those with which a juvenile can cope. 6. Termination of a pursuit does not necessarily prohibit the following of a vehicle at a safe speed or remaining in an area to re-initiate pursuit if the opportunity and conditions permit. 7. When terminating a pursuit, the officer must advise dispatch that he is terminating pursuit. The officer will also turn off his vehicle s emergency lights and siren. ASSISTING UNIT RESPONSIBILITY 1. Assistance will be coordinated by the Communications Center under the direction of the supervisor. The supervisor and primary unit will be advised of the identity and locations of units who can assist. 2. An active pursuit will normally involve no more than two units (the primary unit and one backup unit). If more assistance is specifically requested the amount will be determined by: Nature of offense; Number of suspects; Whether the participating units are single or double man cars; and, Other clear and articulated facts that would warrant the increased hazards. 3. Only the supervisor may authorize more than two units to be in active pursuit. All other units will remain aware of the direction and progress of the pursuit but shall not actively participate unless specifically authorized to do so. 4. An authorized assisting unit shall immediately notify the Communications Center of its identity upon joining the pursuit. 5. If the primary unit is a one-man car the assisting unit may assume radio communications responsibility allowing the primary to devote full attention to driving. 6. The assisting unit will maintain a safe distance behind the primary unit.

44 Procedure # Assisting units shall avoid intersecting the path of an oncoming high-speed vehicle. 8. If the primary unit becomes disabled, the assisting unit will become the primary unit. A new backup unit may be authorized by the supervisor. SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITY 1. Upon being notified of a pursuit, the supervisor will verify the following: No more than the necessary units are involved; The proper frequency and procedures are being utilized; and, Affected allied agencies are being notified. 2. The supervisor will direct the pursuit, approve or order alternative tactics, and maintain control until the pursuit is terminated. 3. Remain within our corporate limits to provide proper supervision unless the supervisor is the primary unit. The supervisor will designate an officer to remain within the corporate limits and assume command until the supervisor returns. 4. In the absence of adequate information from the primary or backup units, the supervisor will terminate the pursuit. 5. As with many tactical field problems, it is not necessary that the supervisor be physically present in order to coordinate and control the pursuit. 6. If the pursuit terminates in our jurisdiction, the supervisor will proceed to the termination point to provide guidance and necessary supervision. 7. Ensure proper completion of required reports. PURSUIT INITIATED BY ANOTHER POLICE AGENCY 1. A unit may become directly involved in the pursuit if authorized by the supervisor as long as the pursuit remains within our corporate limits. To continue outside of our corporate limits, authorization to do so must be received from the supervisor. 2. All other relevant guidelines described in this procedure will apply. SUPERVISOR'S RESPONSIBILITY IN PURSUIT BY ANOTHER AGENCY 1. Closely monitor the pursuit while it is in our jurisdiction to ensure that adequate assistance is provided. 2. Ensure that Police units do not continue the pursuit once the chase has passed our corporate limits unless necessary to assist the pursuing unit. VEHICLE OPERATIONS, TACTICS, LIMITATIONS AND PROHIBITIONS

45 Procedure # Traffic Violations: Pursuits for minor traffic violations are prohibited. 2. Property Crimes: Pursuits for property crimes will be based on the seriousness of the crime weighed against the danger to life posed by the offender and the danger posed by the pursuit itself. 3. Offensive Tactics: During the course of a pursuit, deliberate contact between vehicles; forcing the offender into parked cars, ditches, or any other obstacle; boxing in or heading off; ramming; or driving along side the pursued vehicle while it is in motion shall be prohibited unless such actions are specifically approved by the supervisor. Such tactics may be approved only when the use of deadly force would be authorized. Reckless or hazardous driving maneuvers of the pursued vehicle shall not be duplicated by any pursuing unit. 4. Civilian Ride-Along: No unit will engage in a pursuit when accompanied by a civilian ride-along. 5. Unmarked Police Vehicles: Officers operating unmarked vehicles (provided the vehicle is equipped with emergency lights and siren) may engage in a pursuit only when the offender presents an immediate and direct threat to life. The unmarked car will withdraw from active pursuit when a marked unit becomes available to take over the pursuit. 6. Caravanning: There shall be no caravanning by field units not directly involved in the immediate active pursuit. 7. Passing: Passing another pursuing police vehicle in a pursuit is prohibited. 8. Spacing: All units in a pursuit shall space themselves at a distance that will ensure proper braking and reaction time for any sudden or unexpected maneuvers. 9. Controlled Access Highway: Units shall not pursue offenders the wrong way on the toll road, interstate or other controlled access highways, divided highways or ramps. 10. Traffic Control Devices: Extreme caution must be used whenever officers disregard traffic signs or signals. 11. Emergency Equipment: No officer will continue a pursuit if the emergency equipment on the unit ceases to function properly. 12. Collisions: No officer will continue a pursuit if his unit becomes involved in a traffic collision unless the collision is with the pursued vehicle and no other police unit is available to assume control. 13. Roadblocks: The use of roadblocks must be authorized by a supervisor. Generally, a roadblock will be employed only as a last resort. The use of a roadblock must be directly associated with the seriousness of the offense. The roadblock must be clearly visible and provide adequate warning to allow vehicles to come to a safe stop. The roadway shall not be completely blocked unless the use of deadly force would be authorized. 14. Boundary Limits: No officer will continue a pursuit initiated by this Department once the pursuit has reached the far corporate limits of an adjoining municipality without the specific approval of the supervisor.

46 Procedure # REPORTING AND CRITIQUE 1. At the conclusion of a pursuit, the primary unit officer will complete a Law Enforcement Training Standards Board Pursuit Driving Report. The Watch Commander will review the Pursuit Driving Report and conduct a critique of the pursuit.and forward the report to the Chief of Police. This report will contain: A review of the facts surrounding the incident as it relates to adherence to Department policy and procedure, and: A finding and recommendation in those circumstances where there are deviations from policy and procedure. 3. The Chief of Police will forward the Pursuit Driving Report to the Law Enforcement Training Standards Board.

47 Procedure # Title: FIELD INTERVIEWS Procedure: Date Issued: MAY 01, 2002 Reviewed: October 2014 PURPOSE: To identify suspicious persons and their possible association with criminal activity. POLICY: It is imperative that police departments adopt aggressive measures for the prevention of crime and the apprehension of criminals. Field interviews are endorsed by the Police Department as an appropriate technique to deter and identify criminals. LAW: Temporary questioning without arrest A peace officer, after having identified himself as a peace officer, may stop any person in a public place for a reasonable period of time when the officer reasonably infers from the circumstances that the person is committing, is about to commit or has committed an offense and may demand the name and address of the person and an explanation of their actions. Such detention and temporary questioning will be conducted near where the person was stopped. Search during temporary questioning When a peace officer has stopped a person for temporary questioning and reasonably suspects that he or another is in danger of attack, he may search the person for weapons. If the officer discovers a weapon, he may take it until the completion of the questioning, at which time he shall either return the weapon, if lawfully possessed, or arrest the person so questioned. PROCEDURE: 1. When an officer has a reasonable suspicion of possible criminal activity he may stop an individual. The standard of reasonable suspicion is substantially lower than the requirement of probable cause. However, the reasonable suspicion must be based upon objective circumstances that led the officer to suspect possible criminal activity and possible involvement by the suspect. 2. When determining the appropriateness of field interviews the officer should evaluate contributing factors including suspicious behavior, time of day, the actions of the person, the circumstances of the moment, and the general awareness of crime in the areas. 3. When stopping a suspicious person or vehicle the following will apply: Notify communications of the location of the stop and a brief description of the person(s); If a vehicle is involved give a brief description of the vehicle, license number and number of occupants; and,

48 Procedure # The communications operator will dispatch a backup unit to assist in the field stop, unless the officer indicated that a backup is not necessary. 4. Field interview stops will normally be concluded in one of three ways: The officer's original suspicion is unfounded and no written report is necessary; Probable cause for an arrest is established and the offender is taken into custody and the arrest report is completed. 5. On all citizen contact stops, when a report is completed, the officer should request the communications operator to initiate a complaint and advise when the stop is complete.

49 Procedure # Title: POLICE CADET PROGRAM Procedure: Date Issued: MAY 01, 2002 Reviewed: October 2014 PURPOSE: To outline the general duties and responsibilities of the Police Cadet Program. POLICY: The Police Department's Cadet Program is designed to provide a variety of benefits to young adults interested in law enforcement as a career as well as benefit the Police Department and the Village. Police Cadets will experience practical training, service to the community and service to the police department in a variety of activities as station and field assignments. Character development, physical fitness, and good citizenship are integral parts of the program. Police Cadets have no legal authority or police powers as a result of participating in the Police Department Cadet Program. PROCEDURE: CADET PROGRAM ESTABLISHED 1. The Police Department Cadet Program is established through the Police Department. CADET PROGRAM QUALIFICATIONS 1. Requirements for becoming a Police Cadet are as follows: Applicants must be between 16 and 18 years old and may remain in the program until their 21st birthday; Be a United States citizen; Have an acceptable average in their scholastic studies and maintain such an average in order to remain in the program. Agree to enroll in one college level law enforcement course per semester after graduation from High School; Have no prior arrest record or serious traffic violations; Agree to furnish his/her uniform and Sign a waiver of any right to initiate a legal cause of action against the Village, the Police Department and/or any of their agents. Parents must also sign the waiver. CADET SELECTION CRITERIA 1. The following criteria will be used to select Police Cadets from a pool of applicants and once chosen, a Police Cadet is considered an "at-will" member of the Program:

50 Procedure # Oral interview; Background check; and Willingness to comply with all Police Department and Cadet Program rules, regulations, training and duty requirements. CADET PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS 1. Cadets are required to perform the following activities: Attend monthly meetings or training sessions as required by the Cadet Program Manual, and Fulfill 16 hours of "duty time" per month: Duty time consists of such activities as attending training functions, workshops, assisting Police Personnel with clerical functions, and attending parades and special functions in a support capacity to the Patrol Division. Duty time will be arranged by the Cadet Program Advisor with the approval of the Chief of Police. 3. Any time a Cadet is on duty he shall report directly to the Watch Commander on duty, apprise the Watch Commander of his assignments for that shift and be under the guidance of that Watch Commander for that shift. 4. Conduct themselves in a professional, courteous manner at all times. PROHIBITED ACTIVITIES 1. Police Cadets are prohibited from the following activities: Working in the police station detention/prisoner processing area unless accompanied by at least one sworn member of the Department at all times. Processing prisoners. Driving marked patrol cars unless authorized to do so, AND ONLY WITH CADET MARKINGS AFFIXED TO THE SQUAD. Handling bond money. Handling evidence. Possessing any type of firearm on their person except during approved, supervised training. Possessing anything designated as a weapon. Possessing or carrying handcuffs. Participating in any covert operations or related activities for the Police Department or any other law enforcement agency without permission from the Chief of Police.

51 Procedure # Appearing in public in uniform or representing themselves as Police Cadets without prior approval from the Cadet Advisor or any other supervisor within the Police Department. FIELD ASSIGNMENTS 1. During any field assignment of a Police Cadet, the following procedures will apply: Cadets will be allowed to "ride-along" in police vehicles with designated police personnel with approval of the watch commander. Cadets will not be allowed to ride-along between the hours of The Police Cadet will be under the direct supervision of the Officer to which he is assigned and will not be allowed to perform any functions unless authorized by that Officer. The Police Cadet will remain in the police vehicle on all assignments unless otherwise directed by the Officer in control of the vehicle. The Police Cadet will remain an observer at all times and will only operate the police vehicle when authorized by the Officer in charge of the vehicle. The Police Cadet will not operate the police radio unless authorized to do so or unless the circumstances warrant the immediate use of the police radio (i.e., Officer in need of assistance, etc.). The Police Cadet will not take an active part in any field activities while on a ride-along and will not answer any questions pertaining to law enforcement activities that are posed by the general public. Such questions will be referred to a sworn police officer. In the event an emergency arises during a field assignment, the Police Cadet will remain as uninvolved as possible and will remove himself from the immediate area of the situation without delay. At no time will the Cadet attempt to intervene in an emergency unless directly told to do so by a sworn police officer as authorized under State law. UNIFORMS 1. Police Cadet uniforms will be distinct from sworn Police Officer uniforms. These uniforms will conform to the standards set forth in the Police Cadet Manual.

52 Procedure # Title: COMMUNITY SERVICE OFFICER Procedure: Date Issued: August 20, 2010 Review Date: August 20, 2014 Reviewed: October 2014 PURPOSE: The purpose of this order is to establish the Community Service Officer Program and provide guidelines and direction for all employees with responsibilities as indicated within this directive POLICY STATEMENT The Community Service Officer (C.S.O.) program is designed to assist the Patrol Division in performing all the tasks which are necessary and service oriented by nature. This assistance will afford relief to the Patrol Division in order that the beat officers can better provide the police services and functions for the Village of Palos Park. The Community Service Officer (C.S.O.) is a civilian position and they will not have the authority to carry weapons or have the power of arrest. The Community Service Officer (C.S.O.) shall be under the command of the Sergeant or Officer n Charge of the particular shift they are working The Community Service Officers will obey orders or requests directed to them by any on-duty supervisor COMMUNITY SERVICE OFFICER RESPONSIBILITIES A. Specific In addition to the general and individual responsibilities of all members and employees, the C.S.O. is specifically responsible for the following: 1. Reporting for Duty: The C.S.O. shall report promptly before the designated hour and place in proper uniform for assignment. The C.S.O. shall listen attentively to orders and instructions of the superior officer and read such materials as are made available to them. 2. Inspect the assigned police vehicle or any other assigned equipment and report new or unreported damage prior to leaving the police headquarters. Any such discrepancies shall be noted and/or reported to the Shift Commander. 3. Complete assigned reports for incidents accurately and on the proper report forms. B. General The Community Service Officer (C.S.O.) shall be responsible for any assignment given by the Chief of Police, C.S.O. Supervisor or Shift Commander or his designee and shall include, but not be limited to, the following:

53 Procedure # Traffic Control a. The issuance of parking citations or warning notices for violations of parking or local vehicle registration ordinances. b. Vehicle and pedestrian traffic control as authorized by the Shift Commander or designee. c. Motorist assists, including: 1. Disabled vehicles. 2. Vehicle lock-outs. d. Traffic and neighborhood surveys. 2. Enforcement of Ordinance Violations a. Animal control, to include capture of loose running animals, setting of animal traps and transfer of animals to Animal Welfare. 3. Intra-department Support Services: a. Desk assignment - maintain working knowledge of desk duties. b. Collect Metra parking lot collections. c. Deliveries of legal notices and inter-departmental mail. d. Assist court officer when assigned. 4. School Crossing Guards (relief - assist) 5. Vehicle Maintenance (support) LIMITATIONS OF AUTHORITY A. A Community Service Officer will not be assigned any calls involving the investigation of a criminal matter. They will immediately call for a sworn officer to take over any assignment they are handling if circumstances indicate a sworn officer is needed. They will observe any actions and report same to the officer whose assistance is called. B. A C.S.O. shall not be assigned to or become involved in any assignment or investigation which requires the use of any force. C. A C.S.O. shall obey all traffic laws and shall not drive with emergency equipment in operation. D. A C.S.O. shall not respond to crime-in-progress.. COMMUNITY SERVICEOFFICER UNIFORMS Nothing shall be worn on the C.S.O. uniform unless it is approved through this directive. A. Pants 1. The uniform pants shall be plain black in color. B. Shirts 1. The winter shirt shall be long sleeve, black in color.. The uniform tie will be worn whenever the long sleeve shirt is worn. 2. The summer shirts shall be same as the winter shirts but shall have short sleeves. The uniform tie is not to be worn with the short sleeve shirt. 3. CSO rockers are worn on the shirts. C. Jackets 1. Jacket shall be button down in the center of the pocket flap. Jacket shall be black in color with silver buttons.

54 Procedure # Winter jacket shall be black in color. Jacket shall be waist length with zipper front that is covered by a flap that has four buttons down the front from collar. 3. CSO rockers are worn on the jackets. Socks shall be navy blue. Pants belt. Pants belt shall be black leather. Boots or Overshoes Boots or overshoes shall be black in color. Scarves may be worn during the winter months and must be solid navy blue in color. Any leather accessories worn on the belt shall be plain black. P. Badge 1. Five point silver badge will be worn on the uniform jacket or on the shirt when the jacket is not worn. 2. Name Plate 3. Name plates, silver in color, shall be worn on all uniform shirts and jackets PROCEDURE FOR SELECTION The selection process for Community Service Officers (C.S.O.) is as follows: A. Complete employment application. B. Chief of Police must approve hiring. C. Orientation. D. Oral interview. E. Background investigation, signing of release forms. F. Pre-employment physical examination. G. Any C.S.O. applicant that is deemed by the Chief of Police to be lacking prior significant employment experience must be enrolled in a college law enforcement program while employed by the Palos Park Police Department. (Exception: during college summer session). H. C.S.O. will not work over 32 hours per week, unless approved by the Chief of Police.

55 Procedure # Title: DOMESTIC VIOLENCE Procedure: Date Issued: MAY 01, 2002 Revised: Reviewed: October 2014 PURPOSE: To provide guidelines for officers responding to incidents of domestic violence. To inform officers of their requirements under the Domestic Violence Act. To establish guidelines, responsibilities and procedures for domestic violence intervention. POLICY: It shall be the policy of the Police Department to view domestic violence as a serious crime. Therefore, this department shall take a proactive response to safeguard victim s rights, provide victim assistance and use arrest as a deterrent to future violence. Officers shall familiarize themselves with the Domestic Violence Laws. DEFINITIONS: Domestic violence means physical abuse, harassment, or intimidation of a dependent, interference with personal liberty or willful deprivation but does not include reasonable direction of a minor child by a parent or person in loco parentis. Family or household members include spouses, former spouses, parents, children, stepchildren and other persons related by blood or by present or prior marriage, persons who share or formerly shared a common dwelling, persons who have or allegedly have a child in common, persons who share or allegedly share a blood relationship through a child, persons who have or have had a dating or engagement relationship, and persons with disabilities and their personal assistants. PROCEDURES: TELECOMMUNICATOR RESPONSIBILITY 1. Two officers shall be dispatched on all domestic disturbance calls. Because the Telecommunicator is likely to be the first to receive the call, they are the key in determining the type of response. To assist the responding officers, the Telecommunicator shall determine the following information, if possible: The name of the complainant; If the incident is in progress; If there is a weapon involved, or

56 Procedure # If there are any weapons in the house If anyone has been injured and needs medical attention; A description of the offender, his name, his location, direction and mode of travel; If any drugs or alcohol are involved; If there have been prior incidents; If there are any minors in the house; and Check the domestic card file for any cautions. The Telecommunicator will maintain telephone contact until the officers arrive to monitor the incident and provide support to the victim. Background noises may help to evaluate the situation and provide further information to the responding officers. OFFICER S RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Priority of response to domestic violence calls shall be no less than if the incident involved strangers. 2. Upon arrival, officers should verbally identify themselves as police officers and give an explanation for their presence. 3. Officers may enter and conduct a search of the residence if consent has been given to do so. Although a consent search eliminates the need for a search warrant and probable cause, such consent must be freely and voluntarily given. If two people have joint ownership of a place or thing, either one may give a valid consent. However, if one of them exercises sole control over part of the premises, the other cannot give valid consent to search that part. 4. When entry to a residence is refused, officers shall be persistent, explaining that a complaint was received and must be investigated. If entry is still denied, request the telecommunicator to call the residence and establish contact with the victim. If entry is still refused, officers shall request the presence of the Watch Commander. 5. There may be times when sufficient probable cause exists to indicate that a crime is being committed, has been committed or that a life is in danger. In these cases, if entry has been refused, or there is no reply from the premises, forced entry may be necessary. Officers shall evaluate the following elements when considering a forced, warrantless entry: The degree of urgency involved and the time required to secure a warrant: The possibility of dangers to others, including police officers; Whether the offense involves violence: Whether the officers reasonably believe that persons may be armed.

57 Procedure # Upon investigation of a domestic violence incident, the officer shall evaluate the circumstances surrounding the incident and determine if probable cause exists to make an arrest. 7. Officers will make an arrest if the officer has probable cause to believe that the person has committed or is committing any crime. Arrest is the preferred response to family violence because arrest offers the greatest potential for ending the violence. Refusal of the victim to sign an official complaint against the offender shall not prevent, nor shall it be a consideration, in an officer s decision to arrest. 8. Under no circumstances will an officer of this department use the threat to arrest all parties involved for the purpose of discouraging the victim from signing a complaint. 9. When a domestic violence crime has occurred, ONLY with extenuating circumstances and the Watch Commander s approval will an arrest not be made. In that instance, a written police report will be made articulating the specific reasons why an arrest was not made. 10. Bonding of offenders arrested for a domestic violence related incident will be in accordance with the rules of the Presiding Judge. 11. Any officer assigned to investigate an allegation of domestic violence, neglect, or exploitation incident between family or household members will make a written police report of any bona fide allegation and the disposition of such investigation even if an arrest is not made. The report will include the victim s statements as to the frequency and severity of prior incidents of domestic violence, neglect, or exploitation by the same family or household member, and the number of prior calls for police assistance to prevent such further domestic violence, neglect, or exploitation. 12. If the allegation is not bona fide, Citizen Contact cards will be completed. 13. In all cases domestic violence the victim will be issued a victim information notice and a Domestic Violence Act form. VICTIM ASSISTANCE 1. Officers will offer victims immediate and adequate information (the Domestic Violence Act form) written in a language appropriate for the victim, which shall include a summary of the procedures and relief available to victims of domestic violence. 2. If the victim requests assistance in leaving the premises, the officer will stand by for a reasonable amount of time to allow the victim to gather some necessary personal belongings and possessions. 3 Officers will provide the victim with a referral to the Family Shelter. 4. Officers will advise the victim about seeking medical attention and preserving evidence (specifically including photographs of injury or damage and damaged clothing or other property). 5. Officers will provide or arrange for transportation of the victim and, at the victim s request, any minors or dependents in the victim s care, to a medical facility for treatment of injuries or to a nearby place of shelter or safety.

58 Procedure # ORDERS OF PROTECTION 1. An Order of Protection is a court order available to family or household members prohibiting the abuser from certain activities or ordering the abuser to take certain actions. 2. The officer should ask the victim if an Order of Protection has been issued. 3. The officer should verify the existence of a valid Order of Protection, and its provisions by referring to the victim s copy. 4. Officers should closely read the Order of Protection for restrictions. 5. Offenders will be arrested for any violation of a valid Order of Protection 6. An Order of Protection can only be issued, extended, modified or revoked by a Judge. The victims cannot change their minds and allow a violation of the order of protection. OUT OF STATE ORDERS OF PROTECTION 1. Out of state Orders of Protection are not enforceable in the State. LIMITED LAW ENFORCEMENT LIABILITY 1. Any act of omission or commission by any law enforcement officer acting in good faith in rendering emergency assistance or otherwise enforcing the Domestic Violence Act shall not impose civil liability upon the law enforcement officer or his or her supervisor or employer, unless the act is a result of willful or wanton misconduct.

59 Procedure # Title: CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIONS Procedure: Date Issued: MAY 01, 2002 Reviewed: October 2014 POLICY: To outline the administrative and operational guidelines for efficient and effective criminal investigations. To outline the administrative and operational guidelines of the Criminal Investigations Unit. To establish a component within the police department to conduct follow-up investigations. PURPOSE: The function of the Criminal Investigations Unit is to supplement the efforts of the Patrol division by ensuring those follow-up investigations of criminal offenses are conducted by trained detectives. The Detective's responsibility begins when the Patrol Officer has reached a point in the preliminary investigation when he can no longer continue because of time; area, workload or specialized skills are needed. The Department's responsibility is to ensure that criminal offenses are thoroughly investigated and that the offenders are promptly and efficiently brought to justice. PROCEDURE: SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITY 1. The Criminal Investigations Unit is a component of the Support Services Division. The Criminal Investigations Unit Is under the command of the Lieutenant of Police who is responsible for the direct supervision of all detectives and their activities, as well as for their conduct and efficiency, and to insure that all rules, regulations, policies and procedures are carried out by detectives and that the operation of the Unit conforms to the highest ethical standards. 3. The supervisor shall ensure that all cases meeting the criteria for follow-up investigation are effectively and aggressively investigated in a manner that will facilitate the apprehension and prosecution of criminal offenders and/or clearance of reported crime. 4. The supervisor shall assign reports to the detective for follow-up. 5. The supervisor will review and approve all supplementary reports submitted by the detective. 6. The supervisor will ensure that all reports submitted are of the highest quality and correctly reflect the proper direction of the investigation.

60 Procedure # Determine work schedules and ensure that an on-call schedule for the detective is maintained. A copy shall be given to all supervisors. 8. Ensure that the Chief of Police, through the chain of command is informed concerning all major investigations. 9. Submit monthly reports, to the Lieutenant of Police indicating the number of cases assigned, and their status. 10. Cooperate with all other supervisors to ensure unity of Department goals, and achievement of organizational objectives. 11. Insure that crime analysis, trends and general criminal information is disseminated to Patrol in a timely manner. 12. Insure that investigation logs, records, and files are maintained and updated. 13. Insure the maintenance and security of juvenile records. Annually evaluate all investigative personnel. DETECTIVE RESPONSIBILITY 1. A detective holds the rank of patrolman and is assigned to the Criminal Investigations Unit by the Chief of Police. 2. Each of the following duties, responsibilities and tasks are performed on an ongoing basis: Conduct follow-up investigations on each assigned case, until there is an approved disposition. Investigate delinquent and status offenses committed by juveniles. Inform the supervisor of all progress in cases assigned by promptly submitting detailed supplementary reports. Develop intelligence information regarding criminal activity and identification, and forward such information to the Patrol Division by regularly attending roll call. Develop confidential sources of information to further investigative effectiveness. Maintain a cooperative liaison with law enforcement agencies at the local, state, and federal levels, sharing information and cooperating in investigations whenever appropriate. Assist and cooperate with other Department members in the investigation of offenses, toward the objectives of apprehension and prosecution of criminals and the recovery of property. Assist State evidence technicians in the collection of physical evidence on major cases, ensuring proper preservation and chain of custody. Prepare cases for court, testifying at each stage of the trial process and cooperate with the prosecutor whenever requested.

61 Procedure # Use a major case check list whenever assigned to a major or critical investigation. Insure civil treatment and the protection of constitutional rights of all persons coming within the scope of the investigation. Submit daily and monthly activity reports on case assignments. 3. The Chief of Police may assign patrol officers temporarily, to the Criminal Investigations Unit to benefit the Department in the following ways: Strengthen the investigation process; Improve criminal investigation reporting; Improve and provide more complete preliminary investigations; Create a pool of patrol officers with investigation experience; and Enhance career development for the individual officer. CASE SCREENING 1. All reports shall be forwarded to the supervisor of the Criminal Investigation unit for review and assignment. 2. Utilizing the solvability factors, the Criminal Investigation Supervisor shall determine which offenses, shall be investigated. 3. The supervisor of the Criminal Investigations Unit shall also consider the type of crime, seriousness, frequency, impact on the community, research conducted by the Department and from other agencies, and documented experiences of the Department or from other agencies, when screening cases for follow-up. 4. All cases assigned to the Criminal Investigations Unit shall be given a due date. Investigative supplements shall be returned with the proper Uniform Reporting code indicating the case status. 5. All case extensions must be approved by the Criminal Investigation Unit supervisor. CASE ASSIGNMENT 1. The supervisor of the Criminal Investigations Unit will assign cases to unit personnel. 2. Cases requiring specialized skill, knowledge, and ability should be assigned to personnel having those credentials. 3. All cases assigned shall be logged in the case assignment book. 4. The detective assigned a case for follow-up will become the primary detective and is responsible for the conduct and results of the investigation.

62 Procedure # All supplementary reports, including records of statements, results of examinations of physical evidence, case report status and all other reports, shall be forwarded to the supervisor for review and approval. 6. In all major cases, i.e., murder, major sex offenses, arson, major burglary, drug cases, etc., or any case where there are extensive files involved, a major case folder will be constructed and maintained by the assigned detective. 7. The supervisor of the Criminal Investigations Unit can authorize the suspension of an assigned case. The determination to suspend shall be based upon the following: All leads have been exhausted; Unavailability of Department resources; Seriousness of crime; and Impact on the community. 8. All major cases suspended shall periodically be reviewed to determine if any new techniques, information or evidence has surfaced which would result in a reassignment. 9. In all cases where the investigation is suspended, or administratively closed, the victim/complainant will be notified and advised of the change. This notification shall be documented in the supplemental report. FOLLOW-UP INVESTIGATION PROCEDURES 1. After preliminary investigation and the determination that an investigation follow-up is required, the case will be assigned to the detective. The assigned detective is accountable for conducting the follow-up investigation. All folllow-up investigations should practice acceptable methods of developing information through witnesses, victims, informants and other sources of available information. The following should be considered when conducting an investigation: Information Development -- use department record systems, contact outside agencies and LEADS/NCIC computer system for background, supportive and historical data. Interview/Interrogations -- valuable information is obtained by interviewing victims, witnesses and officer that were at the scene. Interrogations of suspects and offenders will provide information on involvement, intent and knowledge of the crime. Physical Evidence -- the collection and preservation of evidence is often critical in the prosecution of many cases. Every effort should be made to use the best available techniques for gathering evidence. The rules of evidence, proper packaging and chain of custody must be thoroughly understood and applied. Surveillance -- observations of suspects, offenders and fixed locations are helpful in documenting activities. Surveillance often detects criminal behavior and provides a basis for obtaining a search warrant. 2. When a case is received by a detective he shall notify the victim or complainant, and other principals involved.

63 Procedure # The detective should discuss the merits of the case, outline the basic course of the investigation and stress the importance of the victim s cooperation in any prosecution. The detective shall notify the victim any time there is a change in the status of their case. 4. Follow-up investigation supplementary reports will be submitted within 10 days of assignment. 5. The following steps shall be considered by officers when conducting a follow-up investigation: Review and analyze all reports from the preliminary phase, Conduct additional interviews and interrogations, Review Department records, Seek additional information (uniform officers, informants), Review results from laboratory examinations, Arrange for dissemination of information as appropriate, Plan, organize and conduct searches, Prepare cases for court presentations, Assist in prosecution, Identify and apprehend suspects, Collect physical evidence, Determine involvement of suspects in other crimes, and Check suspects criminal histories. 6. The following steps shall be considered by officers when conducting a preliminary investigation for a homicide or major case: Upon arrival, enter the scene by the route least likely to disturb evidence, noting your route of travel. Check the victim for signs of life. Summon medical assistance if necessary. Be aware of dying declarations. Ask the victim if they know who did this to them, if they can give a description and if they know that they may die. If the victim is unconscious and being transported to a hospital an officer will remain with the victim at all times for the purpose of a dying declaration If the victim must be removed from the scene and if possible, photograph the victim s position before removal. If not possible, note and sketch the victim s position.

64 Procedure # Accompany the victim to the hospital to collect and mark items of evidence. If doctors and nurses are involved in the evidence recovery process, note the time recovered and identity of that person. If the victim remains on the scene, secure the scene. Prevent anyone from touching the body or disturbing anything, pending the arrival of the investigators, evidence technicians or the medical examiner. Detain and identify witnesses. Prevent the destruction of fragile evidence such as footprints, tire tracks, etc. 7. Investigation personnel may, on occasion, request that a polygraph examination be conducted to aid an investigation. All such requests must be approved by the Criminal Investigations Supervisor. 8. Any detective who has received approval to use a polygraph examination shall only use the services of the State. 9. All constitutional rights, guaranteed suspects of crimes, shall be strictly adhered to by all sworn personnel. Sworn personnel of the department SHALL NOT: Use coercion for confessions or admissions; Unnecessarily delay a suspects arraignment; Fail to inform a suspect of his rights; Deprive a suspect of counsel; Release pretrial publicity tending to prejudice a fair trial. BACKGROUND INVESTIGATIONS 1. The Criminal Investigations Unit shall be responsible for conducting background investigations. Background investigations may be necessary to aid criminal investigations or identify organized crime figures. 2. Pre-employment and liquor license background investigations shall be conducted by an investigator. 3. The following sources of information will aid the detective during the background investigation: F.B.I. State Police Secretary of State Credit Checks I.R.S. Utility Companies Banks

65 Procedure # State Welfare Agencies Local Law Enforcement Agencies Military Criminal Investigations Educational Institutions Associates -- neighbors, family, acquaintances Employers Social Security Number verification 4. Information obtained in a background investigation will be controlled through the Criminal Investigations Unit. Files will be separated from other police and investigation records, and shall not be distributed without the approval of the Chief of Police. 5. All information obtained as a result of a criminal background investigation shall be periodically updated and purged as circumstances dictate, and in accordance with State and Federal Law. MAINTENANCE OF CASE FILES 1. Detectives will maintain a file on cases assigned for follow-up investigation. A typical case file may include reports and support documents. 2. Case assignment information will be logged in the master logbook maintained by the CIU supervisor. 3. Detectives will be responsible for maintaining all copies of pertinent reports and documents in their case file. When an original document relating to the case comes into the custody of the detective he will make a copy for his file and forward the original to the Records unit for inclusion into the master file. 4. Only active cases will be kept by the detective and once the investigation is complete the case will be turned over to the supervisor for review. 5. Access to investigation case files will be on a need to know basis, with permission of the assigned detective or Investigations supervisor. 6. Case files will be purged according to the Illinois Records Act. INVESTIGATION OPERATION FUNDS 1. The Department maintains a special fund to support operations by the investigative personnel. The Investigations Unit supervisor is responsible for the security, maintenance, records and accountability of this fund. Only the Investigations supervisor and the Chief of Police are authorized access to the fund. 2. Funds may be used for purchasing contraband as evidence, expenses for surveillance activities, and other related investigation assignments. 3. Fiscal and procedural management of this fund will include the following: Authorization of the CIU supervisor as responsible for the fund, including acceptance of money into the fund account and disbursement of funds; Maintaining the fund in a secured location;

66 Procedure # Submission of requests for funds prior to use; Maintaining a ledger that identifies the date, amount and purpose of the expenditure; Quarterly audit of expenditures to the Chief of Police; and, Annual financial statement of the fund. 4. The Chief of Police must give prior approval for all expenditures from the fund. If there is an emergency, and the Chief of Police cannot be reached, the Investigation unit supervisor may authorize the expenditure. However, the supervisor will, as soon as possible, inform the Chief of Police of the expenditure. When the Chief of Police is out of town the supervisor will contact his designee for approval. 5. The Chief of Police will annually request a financial statement of the Investigation Operation Funds. This statement will detail all transactions of the fund. 6. The Chief of Police, or his designee, will conduct periodic audits of the Investigation Operations Fund. These audits will check to ensure that funds are properly detailed, that the funds are maintained in a secure location, records of all transactions are documented, and funds have been disbursed for approved activities. INVESTIGATION TASK FORCES 1. When members of this department take part in an investigation task force, the following concerns will be addressed: The purpose is identified; Responsibilities and authority are defined; Accountability is established; Available resources will be identified; and Results of the task force and their continued necessity will be evaluated. The department is a member of the Southwest Major Case Unit, and the South Suburban Major Crimes Task Force. These units are available to assist our department with additional manpower and equipment for follow up investigations and investigation of major criminal events.

67 Procedure # Palos Park Police Department Policy INTERVIEWS AND INTERROGATIONS Reviewed: October 2014 Purpose: The purpose of this policy is to provide standards and general guidelines for law enforcement interviews and interrogations that are accurate, credible and professionally accomplished. Policy: A. It is the policy of the Palos Park Police Department that, the conduct of police interviews and interrogations should be fair, competent, and totally objective. It is extremely important that this practice should also be perceived as non-coercive and unbiased by the courts and the general public. B. It is the policy of Palos Park Police Department that that, interviews and interrogations comply with all constitutional requirements, applicable state and local laws and strictly adhere to agency investigative procedures. C. It is the policy of Palos Park Police Department that to accurately and completely record or otherwise document the conditions, content, and conclusions of any interview or interrogations. This agency acknowledges the advantages of electronic recording whenever investigative and environmental conditions allow. Procedure: (A) Definitions: A. Interview: A purposeful and non-accusatory conversation with a victim, a complainant, a witness, or even a possible criminal suspect. The atmosphere is non-custodial and the interviewee should feel that he/she is free to end or terminate the interview and leave at any time. B. Interrogation: During an interrogation, the person being questioned by the police is not free to leave, and police questioning or conduct is specifically designed to elicit incriminating responses implicating the person in criminal activity. All custodial interrogations shall be preceded by issuance of the Miranda warning. C. Electronic Recording: The practice of audio recording and/or videotaping an interview or interrogation shall be within the framework of Illinois law to audio-tape any conversation without the consent of all parties. D. Custody: A suspect is considered to be in custody if, under similar circumstances, a reasonable person in the suspect s position would feel that his/her liberty to move about freely or leave was being restrained in any way. IV. Guiding Principles - Interviews: A. Interviews are critical components of a police investigation. Most police interviews are conducted with victims, complainants and witnesses to a criminal act. Interviews may be conducted in the field, in police facilities, in vehicles, or in any other convenient location. B. Officers should give clear notification, followed by acknowledgment by the person being interviewed that the questioning is non-custodial and that the person being questioned is free to discontinue and leave at any time. C. A fact-finding interview of a possible criminal suspect is not an interrogation. Thus the Miranda warnings are not required.

68 Procedure # D. If, at any time during an interview, a person s responses incriminate, or tend to incriminate him/her in the commission of a crime, the questioning officer shall give the Miranda warnings before continuing the interrogation, regardless of whether the person has been arrested. The warnings indicate that the person is now a suspect and that he/she is not at liberty to leave. E. Whenever possible and practical, officers should prepare a typed (or written) statement of an interview and have it reviewed, acknowledged as accurate and signed by the interviewee. F. While electronic recording may be appropriate for interrogation of criminal suspects, non-custodial interviews of crime victims, witnesses and associated individuals may also be electronically recorded. G. Any interview that is electronically recorded must have the express consent of all parties. Persons being interviewed should sign a consent form. V. Guiding Principles Interrogations: A. Custodial interrogations of criminal suspects shall always be preceded by Miranda warnings, using the agency pre-printed form. If at any stage of the custodial questioning, the suspect indicates that s/he wants to stop talking or to consult with an attorney before continuing, the questioning shall stop. B. Interrogations should be pre-planned and investigating officers should have a clear understanding of the issues to be covered. This ordinarily includes an understanding of the evidence available, victim/witness accounts, offense elements, possible alibis and defenses, and applicable laws. C. Interrogations should, whenever possible, be conducted by two officers. Prior to the interrogation each officer should have a clear understanding of the respective roles each will perform. D. If a confession to a criminal act is obtained, officers should prepare a written statement to that effect and endeavor to have it reviewed, acknowledged as accurate, and signed by the suspect. E. Where practical and when available, consideration should be given to recording the entire interrogation on videotape. This consideration should be given regardless of whether the interrogation is conducted in the field or in a police facility. F. If the interrogation is to be electronically recorded, the suspect should first sign a consent form. Covert or surreptitious electronic audio recordings of interviews and interrogations are prohibited by Illinois law. G. Under no circumstances are interrogating officers allowed to utilize physical force or any physically inhumane or abusive coercion against a suspect to make him or her provide incriminating information. The use of physical force or employment of torture techniques or psychological coercion during an interrogation is unconstitutional. H. Officers have no authority to offer promises of leniency or special consideration as inducements for admissions or cooperation. This subtle form of coercion is prohibited. I. Information developed through interrogations and/or confessions should be corroborated to the fullest extent possible by information and evidence available through other investigative means. J. If there is more than one suspect, any incriminating statements or information supplied by one suspect against another must be independently substantiated. VI. Special Cases Juveniles: A. Juveniles have the same Miranda rights as adults. A juvenile suspect may waive Miranda and make a voluntary statement during a custodial interrogation, but whether the statement is voluntary depends on factors such as: age; experience; education; background; intelligence; capacity to understand his or her rights and the consequences of waiving them; and presence of a parent during the interrogation. B. The practice of the Palos Park Police Department is that the juveniles parents should be contacted and aware of any interrogation for parental guidance, to have the capacity to understand the significance of his Miranda rights and the consequences of waiving them.

69 Procedure # C. Interrogation of juveniles should be limited to a reasonable time-duration with opportunities for periodic rest breaks. The number of officers participating in the interrogation of a juvenile should be limited.

70 Procedure # Title: INVESTIGATOR CALL OUT Procedure: Date Issued: MAY 01, 2002 Reviewed: October 2014 PURPOSE: To provide for 24-hour availability of a criminal investigator to conduct follow-up investigations when a serious crime has occurred. POLICY: It shall be the policy of this department to Insure that a member of the Criminal Investigations Unit is notified when a serious crime has occurred and the investigator will be on call at all times. PROCEDURE: 1. The types of incidents in which an investigator will be notified are as follows: Homicide Suicide Questionable death Armed robbery Sex offenses Child abuse Burglary Arson Bombings Aggravated battery Any incident that the watch commander determines needs the immediate attention of an investigator. 2. The watch commander will review all pertinent information surrounding the incident to determine if an off-duty investigator should be notified. 3. If an immediate follow-up investigation is required, the watch commander will authorize the investigator call out. 4. Communications Center personnel will contact the investigator. The watch commander may contact the investigator or have a telecommunicator make notification. When the on call investigator is contacted, he should be advised of the type of incident, location and any special equipment needed. 6. If the investigator cannot be contacted, the Criminal Investigations Unit Supervisor should be contacted immediately. 7. If the watch commander determines that the incident is of major consequence, the chief of Police and the Criminal Investigations Unit Supervisor will be contacted.

71 Procedure # Title: JUVENILE CONTACT PROCEDURE Procedure: Date Issued: MAY 01, 2002 Reviewed: October 2014 PURPOSE: To outline methods of handling contacts with juveniles. To respect family autonomy and minimize coercive state intervention, officers dealing with juveniles are encouraged to use the least coercive among reasonable alternatives, consistent with preserving public safety, order and individual liberty. POLICY: The police role in juvenile justice should be responsive to community needs. Department members should function in both an enforcement and prevention capacity, emphasizing neither role at the expense of the other. The highest priority is the best interest of the youth providing however that the safety of the community is not endangered. Police contacts with young people require the exercise of tact, understanding, and adherence with legal principles. DEFINITIONS: ABUSED MINOR: Any minor under 18 years of age whose parents or immediate family member, or any person responsible for the minor s welfare, or any person who is in the same family or household as a minor, or any individual residing in the same home as the minor, or a paramour of the minor s parent: Inflicts, causes to be inflicted, or allows to be inflicted upon such minor physical injury, by other than accidental means, which causes death, disfigurement, impairment of physical or emotional health, or loss or impairment of any bodily functions; Creates a substantial risk of physical injury to such minor by other than accidental means which would be likely to cause death, disfigurement, impairment of emotional health, or loss or impairment of any bodily function. Commits or allows to be committed any sex offense against such minor, as such sex offenses are defined in State law, and extending those definitions of sex offenses to include minors under 18 years of age. Commits or allows to be committed an act or acts of torture upon such minor. Inflicts excessive corporal punishment. Whose environment is injurious to his/her welfare. ADULT: A person 21 years of age or older.

72 Procedure # DELINQUENT MINOR: Any minor who prior to his 17th birthday has violated or attempted to violate, regardless of where the act occurred, any federal or state law or municipal ordinance. DEPENDENT MINOR: Any minor who is under the age of 18 and: Is without a parent, guardian or legal custodian; Is without proper care because of the physical or mental disability of his parent, guardian or custodian; Is without proper medical or other remedial care recognized under State law or other care necessary for his well being through no fault, neglect or lack of concern by his parents, guardian or custodian; or Has a parent, guardian, or legal custodian who with good cause, wishes to be relieved of all residual parental rights and responsibilities, guardianship or custody, and who desires the appointment of a guardian of the person with power to consent to the adoption of the minor. The taking of a minor into temporary custody under this section is not an arrest, nor does it constitute a police record. DETENTION OF MINORS: Except for minors accused of violations of an order of the court, any minor accused of any act under Federal law, State law or a municipal ordinance that would not be illegal if committed by an adult, cannot be placed in a jail, municipal lockup, detention center or secure correctional facility. MINOR REQUIRING AUTHORITATIVE INTERVENTION: Any minor under 18 years of age who is: Absent from home without consent of parent, guardian or custodian, or Beyond the control of his or her parent, guardian or custodian, in circumstances which constitute a substantial or immediate danger to the minor's physical safety; and who, after being taken into limited custody for the period provided for and offered interim crisis intervention services refuses to return home and cannot agree to an arrangement for an alternative voluntary residential placement. NEGLECTED MINOR: Any minor under 18 years of age who is not receiving the proper or necessary support, education as required by law, or medical or other remedial care recognized under State law as necessary for a minor s well-being, including adequate food, clothing and shelter, or who is abandoned by his or her parents or other person responsible for the minor s welfare, except that a minor shall not be considered neglected for the sole reason that the minor s parent or other person responsible for the minor s welfare has left the minor in the care of an adult relative for any period of time; or Any minor under 18 years of age whose environment is injurious to his or her welfare; or Any newborn infant whose blood or urine contains any amount of a controlled substance. Any minor under the age of 14 years whose parent or other person responsible for the minor s welfare leaves the minor without supervision for an unreasonable period of time without regard for the mental or physical health, safety, or welfare of that minor. MINOR: A person under the age of 21 years. PROCEDURE:

73 Procedure # DELINQUENT MINOR 1. When involved with juveniles, officers must remember that the same degree of probable cause is necessary to arrest a juvenile, and the same degree of proof is required to convict a juvenile as is necessary to arrest and convict an adult. 2. When an officer detains a juvenile on a minor violation, the officer may determine that immediate processing through a Juvenile officer is not necessary and he may escort the juvenile home, explaining to the juvenile's parents or guardian the nature of the police contact. 3. The officer will then fill out the necessary offense report and juvenile contact report indicating whether it appeared that the parents or guardian are responsible people who will take appropriate action to prevent new violations. All reports will then be processed and reviewed by the Criminal Investigations Unit to determine if a follow-up is necessary. 4. When taking a juvenile into custody for an alleged criminal act, the juvenile shall be advised of his constitutional rights, specifically the Miranda warnings, in such a way as to ensure that the juvenile is able to understand them. 5. Immediately make a reasonable attempt to notify the parent, or other legally responsible person, that the juvenile has been taken into custody and where he/she is being held. 6. A Juvenile Officer will be notified upon the arrest of a juvenile for any of the following: Homicide Criminal sexual assault Robbery Aggravated battery Burglary Felony theft Auto theft Arson Forgery Any other felony sex or drug charge The Juvenile Officer will review State law to determine if the juvenile is eligible for automatic transfer, should be released or detained. 8. If the Juvenile Officer feels that a juvenile should be confined in a Detention Center, he must contact the designated court personnel for that jurisdiction. In order for secure detention of a juvenile to be authorized, the Juvenile Officer must be filing delinquent charges against the minor. 10. Juveniles requiring medical attention should be treated at Cook County Hospital prior to processing or transporting to the intake center. Juveniles arrested and taken into custody for serious misdemeanors or felonies will be photographed. Juveniles arrested and taken into custody for a forcible felony or unlawful use of weapons must be fingerprinted. Officers will fingerprint the juvenile using both the State and Federal fingerprint card. The State arrest packet and the FBI card will be forwarded to the Criminal Investigations Unit supervisor for processing.

74 Procedure # Juveniles should not be handcuffed to a stationary object, placed in a locked room, or placed in a detention room, locked or unlocked, in the police facility, unless the officer has determined that the minor should be detained in custody. 14. Whenever it becomes necessary to obtain other forms of identification from a juvenile (e.g., hair, blood, urine, handwriting samples, etc.), the rights and procedures mandated for adult offenders must be observed. Officers must consider the following: Juveniles cannot always give legal consent for some evidence collection procedures. A valid court order or warrant must first be obtained if the officer is unable to get voluntary consent from a parent or guardian. Consent must be written and maintained in the case file. If there is doubt or confusion, contact the Prosecutors office for advice before taking action. 15. The collection, dissemination and retention of fingerprints, photographs, and other forms of identification pertaining to juveniles shall be the responsibility of the Criminal Investigations Unit supervisor. 16. The detention of juveniles will be handled in the following manner: No juvenile under 16 will be placed in an adult cell. Juveniles that have reached their 16th birthday can be placed into the adult lockup, if no adults are in the lockup facility. If an adult prisoner is in the lockup the juvenile must be placed in the juvenile detention room. Juveniles detained shall be separated by sex. No juvenile will be detained in the lock up facility for more than six (6) hours. The period of detention will begin once the juvenile is handcuffed to a stationary object, placed in a locked room, or placed in a detention room, locked or unlocked, in the police facility. Any juvenile confined will be under constant supervision, and will not be permitted to come into contact with adults who are in custody. The minor will be informed of the purpose of detention, the time it is expected to last and that it cannot exceed six (6) hours. No juvenile under the age of ten (10) may be detained in the police facility. If any juvenile is placed into confinement, the proper information will be placed into the juvenile lockup book. 17. Officers WILL NOT disclose the identity of any juvenile in releasing information to the general public as to the arrest, investigation, or disposition of any case involving a juvenile. All requests for information concerning juveniles will go through the Criminal Investigations Unit supervisor. INTERROGATIONS OF JUVENILES

75 Procedure # Officers must comply with the following when interrogating juveniles: The juvenile is informed and understands his Fifth Amendment rights prior to any custodial interrogation. Interrogations, with no more than two officers present, should not be unreasonable in length. The juvenile be allowed to talk with his/her legal attorney. Officers shall use discretion in allowing the juvenile to confer with his/her parent or guardian. The type of crime committed and the age and mental state of the juvenile should be considered. The officer interrogating the juvenile must explain the procedures governing the interrogation process. If the juvenile shows signs of duress or fatigue, terminate the interrogation. MINORS REQUIRING AUTHORITATIVE INTERVENTION 1. Officers may take a minor into limited custody, however such custody is limited to six hours and does not constitute an arrest. Officers will document the exact time limited custody was taken. 2. A minor under this section (M.R.A.I.) CANNOT be locked up, placed in a jail cell or detention facility. 3. The officer must inform the minor the reason for the limited custody. 4. Every reasonable effort must be made to inform the minor's parents of the limited custody and the reason for it. 5. If the minor consents, the police may transport or release the minor to his/her parents and refer them, if needed, to an appropriate social service agency. 6. If the minor refuses to go with a parent or guardian, the police officer will contact the Youth Service Bureau responsible and provide the counselor with all pertinent case information. The counselor has the final decision on what will happen to the minor. If for any reason the officer cannot contact this service, the officer will call the Department of Children and Family Services. 7. If the minor refuses to allow an officer to take him/her into limited custody the officer must use discretion, M.R.A.I. acts are not delinquent acts. If the officer feels the minor is in danger of life or health, or fits into the abuse or neglect act, then the officer may use what force is necessary to take the minor into custody, remembering at all times that this is for the minor's protection. ABUSED, DEPENDENT AND NEGLECTED MINORS 1. Officers may, without a warrant, take into temporary custody a minor whom the officer with reasonable cause believes to be neglected, abused or dependent, as defined, or who has been adjudged a ward of the court and has escaped from any commitment ordered by the court, or who is found in any street or public place suffering from any sickness or injury which requires care, medical treatment or hospitalization.

76 Procedure # Officers taking temporary protective custody shall immediately make every reasonable effort to notify the person responsible for the child's welfare and inform that person that the minor has been taken into custody and where the minor is being held. 3. Officers shall immediately notify the Department of Children and Family Services. DCFS will initiate proceedings for continued temporary custody of the child. TRAFFIC ARREST 1. Juvenile traffic arrests should be handled in the following manner: If necessary, a report will be completed. The juvenile's parents will be notified if the juvenile is taken into custody. If a cash bond is needed, the officer should allow the youth to make every effort to secure funds. If all efforts fail and the bond cannot be made, then on the approval of the shift supervisor, an I-Bond will be issued. The juvenile should not be detained for more than two (2) hours while arranging for bond. Juveniles awaiting bond for FINE ONLY offenses may be placed in the lobby vestibule. Juveniles arrested for traffic offenses where jail is a possible penalty may be confined in the juvenile detention room until bonding or release. The juvenile's parents will be notified if the juvenile is held in custody.

77 Procedure # Title: JUVENILE UNIT OPERATIONS Procedure: Date Issued: JANUARY 01, 2002 Reviewed: October 2014 PURPOSE: To establish the organizational, administrative and operational responsibilities of the juvenile unit. POLICY: Recognizing the police role regarding juveniles in the criminal justice system, the Police Department is committed to the development and perpetuation of programs designed to prevent and control juvenile delinquency. All personnel shall share the responsibility for the Department's juvenile operations function and delinquency prevention efforts. PROCEDURE: RESPONSIBILITY 1. The Juvenile Unit is a component of the Criminal Investigations Unit and has the primary responsibility for the investigation of cases involving juvenile offenders and victims. 2. All Juvenile Unit personnel will be trained for the specialized function of handling cases involving juveniles. 3. The function of the Juvenile Unit includes, but is not limited to, the following: To assist the Crime Prevention Officer in designing and implementing programs intended to prevent and control delinquent and criminal behavior by youths; Follow-up processing of juvenile arrests; Coordinating and preparing court cases in which a juvenile offender is involved; Diverting juvenile offenders out of the juvenile justice system; Participating in community recreational youth programs; Provide a liaison between the Police Department and all outside agencies and organizations sharing a mutual interest in juvenile matters; Seek assistance from these agencies to review and comment on the Department's current policies and procedures and solicit their advice and recommendations; Maintain an up to date listing of social service agencies that provide services for area youths; and Assist patrol personnel when requested or called out on juvenile matters. JUVENILE RECORDS AND IDENTIFICATION

78 Procedure # Juvenile records are kept in accordance with the provision of the Juvenile Court Act. Requires separation of juvenile and adult arrest records; Provides for the confidentiality and accessibility of records; and, Provides for court ordered expungements of juvenile records. 2. Copies of juvenile records will also be maintained in a separate secure file by the Criminal Investigations Unit. 3. The supervisor of the unit will designate one Juvenile Officer to collect, disseminate and file juvenile records, photographs, fingerprints and other forms of identification. 4. Juveniles arrested and taken into custody for serious misdemeanors or felonies will be photographed. 5. Juveniles arrested and taken into custody for felony offenses will be fingerprinted. 6. The Juvenile Officer shall also classify all juvenile contact cards as "active" or "inactive" based on the following determinations: Active -- minor under seventeen years old Inactive -- persons seventeen years and older 7. The Juvenile Officer shall pull all records from the juvenile file of all persons when they reach their seventeenth birthday. 8. Inspection and copying of juvenile records maintained by the Police Department which relates to a minor who has been arrested or taken into custody before his seventeenth birthday is only done in compliance with the provisions of the Juvenile Court Act and access to all records shall be on a need to know basis only. 9. It is the responsibility of the designated Juvenile Officer to secure and control access to the juvenile files. CASE DISPOSITION AND ALTERNATIVES 1. When a minor juvenile has been taken into custody for a delinquent act, the Juvenile Officer may take one of the following actions: Station Adjustment with release of the minor; Station Adjustment with release to a parent; Station Adjustment with referral to community services; Station Adjustment with release to a third party, pursuant to agreement of minor and parents; If the juvenile and parent or guardian consent in writing, the Juvenile Officer may condition the release upon the agreement to perform public service work to make restitution for damages.

79 Procedure # Release the juvenile to his or her parents and referral of the case to the Cook County Juvenile Court, Screening Unit; If the Juvenile Officer reasonably believes that there is an urgent and immediate necessity to keep the minor in custody, the Juvenile Officer shall deliver the minor without unnecessary delay to the court or to the Cook County Juvenile Detention Center. Juveniles who are fifteen years of age and older may be tried in Adult Court for the offenses of murder, aggravated criminal sexual assault, armed robbery with a firearm. When a Juvenile Officer has a juvenile involved in one of these felonies, the Prosecutor s Felony Review Section should be notified. Any other appropriate action with the consent of the minor and a parent, allowed by law. 2. The factors to be considered in determining whether to release or keep a juvenile in custody for a delinquent act shall include: The nature of the allegations against the juvenile; The juvenile's record, if any; The juvenile's family and the family's present situation; The juvenile's education and employment status; The availability of special resources or community services to rehabilitate the juvenile; The juvenile's past involvement and progress in social programs; The attitude of complainant and community toward the juvenile; The present attitude of the juvenile and family; and The age and circumstances of the juvenile. ACTIVITY REPORTS 1. The supervisor of the Criminal Investigations Unit shall submit a monthly report to the Chief of Police indicating the previous months' activity in youth services. The report shall include the number of youths contacted during the month and the type of referral by the Juvenile officer. The report should include: Juvenile contacts Station adjustments Referral to social agencies Referral to juvenile court

80 Procedure # Referral to adult court Community work programs

81 Procedure # Title: INFORMANTS Procedure: Date Issued: MAY 01, 2002 Reviewed: October 2014 PURPOSE: To provide for the confidentiality and management of informant activity, files and funds. POLICY: It is important for law enforcement agencies to recognize that the use of an informant is important to the satisfactory completion of many investigations. Equally important however is the confidential nature of informant activity, identity, files and funds. It is therefore the responsibility of this Department to ensure that rigid controls are maintained when dealing with informants, and that strict guidelines are used in the control of informant funds. DEFINITION: An informant is any individual who, under the direction of an officer, supplies assistance or information regarding criminal activity, usually, with an expectation of some form of compensation. The informant is different from other concerned citizens who do not work under the direction of the officer or become a party to the investigation itself. PROCEDURE: ADMINISTRATION 1. The Criminal Investigations Unit supervisor is responsible for maintaining a master file of informants. The information in these files will be secured in a locked file cabinet with limited access to the Chief of Police, Criminal Investigations Unit supervisor and the informant s contact officer. A record of all informants used by this Department will be included in this master file. The Criminal Investigations Unit supervisor is responsible for updating and ensuring that information and documentation is current and the file is properly maintained. 2. Information in these files will contain the following: Police Department Confidential Informant Information Record form; Photograph Fingerprint card Criminal history record; Copy of case reports where the informant provided information or assistance; Receipts for monies received by the informant;

82 Procedure # Any correspondence relative to the informant; and A waiver form signed by the informant. 3. When an officer develops an informant he will be required to provide all the necessary documentation for the master file. The Criminal Investigations Unit supervisor will assign a confidential informant number (C.I. #) to each informant in the master file. This informant control number will be used in all reports concerning the informant to protect his identity. If necessary an alias may be assigned by the Criminal Investigations Unit supervisor for later referrals or the signing of pay receipts. 4. Officers are responsible for forwarding all reports concerning contact with their informants to the Criminal Investigations Unit supervisor, through their chain of command to initiate a new file or to update the master file. Maintenance of the file is the responsibility of the Criminal Investigations Unit supervisor. All information should be properly dated and checked for accuracy and authenticity. RESTRICTIONS 1. Informants will sometimes offer to exchange information for immunity, leniency, or their release. These however can only be properly granted by a judge in a judicial proceeding. Neither the Department nor any member may grant any person immunity, leniency, or their release from custody. When an officer intends to intercede on behalf of an informant or potential informant in relation to any legal proceedings, supervisory approval is required. Informants or potential informants will not be made promises that prosecution will be declined or dismissed, or specific sentences received, but advised that legal authorities will be advised of their cooperation and asked to consider it in the pending legal matters in question. 2. Juvenile informants will not be used. 3. Two (2) members of the Department must be present when working with an informant of the opposite sex. 4. The Department will not sanction or tolerate independent criminal activity on the part of any informant. 5. Informants will not receive money without first signing a Department receipt. 6. Officer/Informant contacts will be of a strictly professional nature. Social or business contacts are expressly prohibited. PRECAUTIONS 1. Contacts with informants should be made by at least two (2) officers when possible and practical. 2. When a lone officer must make contact with an informant, the officer will notify his supervisor of the meeting. 3. When meeting an informant, the officer should always select the time and place.

83 Procedure # Officers will, at all times, maintain control of the relationship between the officer and the informant, and the decisions on how to proceed with the investigation. 5. All contacts with informants will be documented and the report will become part of the master file. Any information relating to violations of law that would be of interest to other agencies or units of the Police Department will be investigated and the appropriate notification made. 6. Informants who are to participate in an undercover purchase in which he may come into contact with Department funds, controlled substances, or anything else of potential evidentiary value will be thoroughly searched both before and after the undercover encounter, and where possible kept under continuous observation during the undercover operation. Officers of the same sex as the informant will only conduct searches. INFORMANT FUND 1. The Department's budget provides for an informant fund. These funds are strictly for payments to informants and other investigative expenses. 2. The Criminal Investigations Unit supervisor is responsible for maintaining and disbursing funds. The funds will be secured in locked cabinets accessible to only the Criminal Investigations Unit supervisor, and the Chief of Police. 3. Personnel requesting funds will document their request to their supervisor and describe the following: Case number or Confidential Informant number; Describe the reason for the request; Total funds needed and their Intended use; and, Personnel involved in the investigation. 4. The Criminal Investigations Unit supervisor must approve all requests or the Chief of Police. The Criminal Investigations Unit supervisor is authorized to disburse funds in the case of an emergency. However, the Criminal Investigations Unit supervisor will contact the Chief of Police as soon as possible after the emergency. 5. The Criminal Investigations Unit supervisor will maintain a ledger to record all transactions from the fund. Whenever money is disbursed the following information will be recorded: Date of transaction; Amount of money disbursed; Name of person signing for receipt of money; Reason for disbursement; Confidential informant number, if applicable; and Balance on hand.

84 Procedure # The Criminal Investigations Unit supervisor will use the following criteria whenever funds are paid out to an informant: A previous history of providing accurate information; Reliability of the informant; Type of information provided; Seriousness of the crime; and, The probability of an arrest and conviction. 7. Informants must sign a Fund Receivable form whenever money is disbursed from the informant fund. An alias may be used by the informant if assigned by the Criminal Investigations Unit supervisor and logged on the master file. The form will then be forwarded to the Criminal Investigations Unit supervisor to be included in the informant's master file. 8. Any funds expended from the fund and not used will be returned with an explanation for the return. The Criminal Investigations Unit Supervisor will submit an annual audit of the informant fund to the Chief of Police. CENSURING AN INFORMANT 1. In the event continued use of an informant would prove to be detrimental to the goals of the Department or to the safety of its officers, or when an informant is found to be otherwise unreliable, and in the opinion of the officer, should not be used, the relationship between the informant and the Department will be terminated. 2. The officer will submit a report indicating the reasons why the informant should no longer be utilized. 3. Upon receipt of this report the Criminal Investigations Unit supervisor will write the word "Censure" on the cover of the informants master file and date and initial it. 4. The officer directly involved with the informant has the responsibility to notify any other officers, units or agencies that the informant is no longer reliable.

85 Procedure # Title: A Child is Missing Program Procedure: Date Issued: June 18, 2011 Reviewed: October 2014 POLICY It shall be the policy of the Palos Park Police Department to be a participant in the A CHILD IS MISSING program, which allows officers to utilize a missing person alert system to assist in locating vulnerable or at risk individuals. This alert system is operated by a nationwide non-profit organization called A CHILD IS MISSING. The organization s alert system utilizes sophisticated computer mapping systems and trained technicians to place 1,000 phone calls per minute to residents and businesses in the area where someone has gone missing. Nothing in this program circumvents the Reverse 911 System already in place, it is simply another tool for your tool box. Attached is the protocol and policy for the A child is Missing Program. Residents can Sign up to enter your cell phone, unlisted, broad=band/voice-over IP or TDD/TTY device number. Click on add your name to enter your name, number, and address. This information will only be used for emergency message alerts. Police officers responsibilities are defined, gather complete information pertinent to the case, call the toll free number and the database initiates an automated phone call to residents and businesses around the area the person was last seen. A Child Is Missing Alert System Protocol and policy It shall be the policy of the Palos Park Police Department to participate in the A CHILD IS MISSING PROGRAM, which allows officers to utilize a missing person alert system to assist in locating vulnerable or at risk individuals. Purpose This alert system is operated by a nationwide non-profit organization called A CHILD IS MISSING. The organization s alert system utilizes sophisticated computer mapping systems and trained technicians to place 1,000 phone calls per minute to residents and businesses in the area where someone has gone missing. The A CHILD IS MISSING alert system can be used to help locate missing children, missing elderly 9often suffering from Alzheimer s), college students on campus and missing persons who are mentally or physically challenged. This alert system is highly localized and can be used when an AMBER Alert is not warranted.

86 Procedure # It is incumbent and vital that we as an organization are able to get as many land lines and cell phone numbers registered with this organization as possible. The numbers will be utilized for the alert system exclusively and will not be sold or given to any other organization. The Palos Park Police Department requests your participation in this free and innovative tool to help keep at risk members of our community safer. Process Telephone numbers that are called by this program include listed numbers in the selected area, but do not include cell phone numbers, unlisted numbers, broadband/voice-over IP numbers, or TDD/TTY devices. These numbers can be added to ensure they, too, are called in the event of an alert. Residents can sign up to enter your cell phone, unlisted, broadband/voice-over IP or TDD/TTY device number. Click on add your name to enter your name, number, and address. This information will only be used for emergency message alerts. Officer Responsibilities Once the information is complete, the database initiates an automated phone call to residents and businesses around the area the person was last seen. Call or Identify Reporting Agency Palos Park Police Department Officers Name and Contact number Case Number Name and Description of Missing Person (s) Location, last seen, zip code, county and search area Time and Date, Last seen Police Department Number for citizens to contact to report sightings Answer all Technician questions Press Release: While the title is A Child is Missing Alert, it s not limited to just finding children. Anyone missing, especially the elderly with dementia are included in the alerts. Click here to register Every 40 seconds, a child is reported missing in the U.S. That s according to a program spreading nationwide, which is called A Child is Missing Alert A Child is Missing Alert begins when a person is confirmed missing by local police. The information about the person is then entered into a database out of Fort Lauderdale, Fl..

87 Procedure # Title: COMMUNITY RELATIONS Procedure: Date Issued: MAY 01, 2002 Reviewed: October 2014 PURPOSE: To establish an atmosphere where an officer may perform his duties with the acceptance, understanding and approval of the community. To develop and maintain positive community relations by identifying and being responsive to citizen needs and concerns. POLICY: The Police Department is committed to establishing close ties with and responding to the needs and problems of the community. While the Department's task is generally governed by law, the policies formulated to guide the enforcement of the law must include consideration of the public will. This responsiveness must be clearly understood at all levels by a genuine concern for the problems of individuals or groups. The needs of the community must become an integral part of the programs designed to carry out the mission of the Department. Community relations is a shared responsibility. Every member of the Department is accountable for promoting good community relations. PROCEDURE: RESPONSIBILITIES AND OPERATION 1. The Chief of Police will have the primary responsibility for the administration of the community relations function. The community relations function is to proactively and reactively respond to community needs in a community relations context. The Patrol Supervisors will coordinate all Department activities by maintaining open lines of communication with the community and by initiating departmental programs responsive to community law enforcement needs. 2. Every member of the Department, through the general discharge of their law enforcement duties, will strive to achieve a positive relationship with community organizations and individuals. 3. The Patrol Supervisor will complete reports, as necessary, to the Chief of Police that will contain: Any current concerns voiced by the community; Potential problems that may have a bearing on law enforcement activities within the community; and Recommended actions to alleviate concerns and problems. 4. The Department will attempt to identify and correct internal practices, or attitudes, that may contribute to community tensions and grievances.

88 Procedure # Title: BOMB THREATS Procedure: Date Issued: MAY 01, 2002 Reviewed: October 2014 PURPOSE: To provide broad guidelines for handling bomb threats with a minimum of danger and confusion. POLICY: The potentially serious injuries, considerable property damage and disruption of sometimes vital services dictates that our response be swift, but cautious. This Department will take seriously all threats to injure citizens and damage property. PROCEDURE: 1. When a bomb threat is received an officer and the watch commander will be Dispatched to the location. The watch commander will inform all personnel responding to the scene to cease radio transmissions and sirens within 150 feet of the facility. The watch commander will discuss the threat with only the owner, manager or supervisor in charge of the facility or building. The person in charge of the facility or building will be in control of the situation and make all decisions until such time when a suspected bomb is located. The watch commander may suggest an appropriate course of action, but will not take control until information or evidence is uncovered indication the presence of a suspected bomb. It will be the responsibility of the person in charge of the facility or building to have the location searched, and to provide individuals from his facility to do the searching. Police personnel will not assist in any searches where occupants of the facility are available to perform this duty, except if the location is a private residence in which case the officer may accompany a member of the family while that person searches the premises. The watch commander may suggest that occupants familiar with the location are best suited to search for suspicious objects. However, all searchers must be instructed not to touch or move any suspicious object. All suspicious objects discovered should be immediately brought to the attention of the police. The decision to evacuate the facility or building on the strength of the bomb threat will be left to the person in charge of the facility. Several factors should be considered. How credible is the threat?

89 Procedure # Was a time given for the explosion to occur? How disruptive would the evacuation be? If the person in charge of the facility or building orders an evacuation without a bomb or suspicious object being found, the persons leaving should be instructed not to touch anything. If a suspected bomb is found, the watch commander will immediately take control and do the following: Not move or touch the suspect device in any way. Summon additional personnel to the scene, if necessary, to establish an outer perimeter for crowd control. Notify the County Bomb Disposal Unit. Evacuate all persons from the facility to a place of safety. Establish a command post and staging area. Request the fire department send an ambulance crew and appropriate fire apparatus to a safe location near the facility. Notify the Chief of Police through the chain of command. The watch commander in charge will cooperate with any assisting agency called to the scene and will remain on the scene until relieved, or the scene has been rendered safe. All bomb threats will be documented on a General Offense report.

90 Procedure # Title: ALARM RESPONSE Procedure: Date Issued: MAY 01, 2002 Revised: Reviewed: October 2014 PURPOSE: To establish guidelines for a safe and effective response to burglar and holdup alarms. To develop a deployment plan for response to alarm calls. To provide for the review of alarm calls. POLICY: The Department encourages the use of burglar and holdup alarms to better assist in apprehending criminal offenders. Officers should respond to alarm calls in a safe, realistic manner keeping in mind the high propensity of false alarms, and the potential tactical problems involved if the alarm is bonafide. PROCEDURE: Generally, two (2) units will be dispatched to a burglar alarm call. However Consideration should be given to time of day, day of week, the number of recent false alarms at that location and availability of personnel. 2. Responding officers shall use appropriate vehicular warning devices when responding to the scene, but the siren should not be used within the hearing range of the reported alarm if possible. 3. All alarms will be considered holdup alarms during normal business hours. After normal business hours they will be considered burglar alarms. 4. When arriving at the scene of a burglar alarm, the first unit will generally make a cursory check at the front of the business and then go to the rear of the building and park so the rear and side can be watched. If an open door or window is discovered, the officer will wait for the second unit. The second unit arriving will park near the front of the building. The check of the exterior of the building should be made after both units have arrived at the scene. The officer(s) should check all exterior doors, windows, and openings for evidence of entry. 5. Generally when arriving at a residential alarm, the first unit should park as near as possible to the residence without being conspicuous and attempt to get a view of the most logical escape route. If an open door or window is observed, the officer will wait for the second unit. Upon arrival of the second unit, both officers should approach the residence simultaneously to check the house. 6. After the responding units have arrived on the scene and the outside of the commercial establishment or residence has been checked and no signs of tampering or forced entry can be found, the owner or manager will be contacted and given the opportunity to check the interior of the building, if no alarm company representative is enroute.

91 Procedure # If after an alarm is received by communications the alarm subscriber calls to say they caused an accidental alarm, the communications dispatcher will so advise the responding units. Upon arrival, if the occupants are known to the responding officer, this will suffice. If they are not known to the responding officer, they must be able to identify themselves. The first officer on the scene may advise communications to have the second unit disregard. HOLD-UP ALARMS AT FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS 1. When a holdup alarm is received the dispatcher will broadcast bank alarm at, giving the name and address of the bank. The first and second unit on the scene will be designated as the primary and secondary unit. The Watch Commander or their designee will respond to the scene. 2. Responding officers shall use appropriate vehicular warning devices when approaching the scene, but the siren will not be used within the hearing range of the reported alarm if possible. 3. The first unit on the scene will state their position when they announce their arrival. Other responding units will likewise provide their locations and complete the outer perimeter, covering all entrances and exits. Units should attempt to locate a site where they can observe the business while keeping themselves and their vehicles out of sight. Officers should be mindful that other offenders may be located outside and away from the business. A cursory check of the surrounding vicinity during arrival should be made to note persons or vehicles near the business. 4. Upon securing the perimeter, the primary officer will notify the dispatcher of apparent status. The officer will attempt to determine if a robbery is in progress by observing the exterior and interior of the building. The dispatcher will call the financial institution to determine why the alarm was sounded. If there is a false alarm, the manager (or official) will exit the building and talk with the officer. Officers will maintain their positions until they are advised the alarm is false. In the event the manager or official does not exit the building, it should be assumed that a robbery is in progress. Responding officers will not enter the business unless directed to do so by the Watch Commander. If the offenders are still at the scene, any apprehension efforts should be made after they have exited the business to avoid a hostage situation. If no offenders are apparent, it may be that they have left and locked the employees and customers in the vault or other room. No one is to go in until directed to do so by a Watch Commander or his designee. 5. All radio traffic during the incident will be such that no mention of key procedures is made. After a perimeter has been established by the primary and secondary units, and the watch commander is on the scene, the dispatcher will call the financial institution and ask to speak to the first person on the alarm response list, kept on file in the dispatch center. The dispatcher should ask for the person by name and not identify themselves as police employees. If the first person is not at the bank the operator should ask for the next person on the list. When contact is made with an individual on the list the dispatcher will ask for the proper authorization number. The employee should then answer with the proper number as listed. If the proper response is received, the dispatcher will advise the responding units of the apparent false alarm and instruct the employee to follow established procedures. If the proper answers are not transmitted by the bank employee, the dispatcher will then advise the patrol units that this alarm should be considered as a robbery in progress with the offenders still inside the building. Additional units should be dispatched as required. 6. If an actual robbery has occurred and the offender has left the bank, the bank employee will lock the door. They will unlock the door only to uniform police personnel. No police personnel will

92 Procedure # enter the building unless under the direction of the Watch Commander. Once inside the bank, the officers will secure the scene and broadcast appropriate information. The FBI notified as soon as possible. Secondary units should begin searching for the offender(s) and check close areas where a secondary getaway car may have been picked up and the involved vehicle abandoned. 7. If it is a false alarm, the Watch Commander will cancel the alarm by broadcasting false alarm at giving the bank name and address. All alarms will be considered bonafide until proven otherwise. HOLDUP ALARM AT A NON FINANCIAL INSTITUTION 1. Officers will respond in fundamentally the same manner as for financial institutions. 2. Employees of other, non-financial businesses will not use a code over the phone, but all other procedures should be used as applicable.

93 Procedure # Title: MISSING PERSONS Procedure: Date Issued: MAY 01, 2002 Reviewed: October 2014 PURPOSE To provide guidelines for taking a report of a missing person. POLICY All missing person reports will be investigated thoroughly and quickly. Any reports of missing children will be handled as a priority investigation. PROCEDURE: MISSING PERSON ADULT 1. A missing person report will be taken whenever the circumstances indicate that the person missing may be endangered, missing involuntarily, disabled, a catastrophe or accident victim, or other such circumstances that warrant police intervention and the person is a resident. 2. The officer will obtain the missing person s name, age, description, last known location and possible destination as soon as possible. This information will be given to the telecommunicator who will and broadcast the information to patrol units. 3. The report should be made by a relative or legal guardian. If, however, a relative or guardian is not immediately available, then the report may be taken from a person who is a close friend, an employer or co-worker, or someone who has temporary custody of the missing person and a genuine concern for the missing person s safety. The reporting officer will attempt to obtain a current photograph of the missing person. The photograph will be attached to the original report. The watch commander will ensure that the missing person is entered into LEADS. If the missing adult has been missing for at least 30 days, every effort must be made to obtain dental data for entry into LEADS. An authorization to release dental records can be obtained from the LEADS manual. 7. Investigators assigned a missing person report for follow up will contact the complainant and keep him informed of any progress made and the current status of the case. The watch commander on duty at the time notification is received that a missing adult is located, found or who has returned home, is responsible for ensuring that all LEADS and NCIC computer entries have been canceled. This information will be included in a supplemental report.

94 Procedure # MISSING PERSON MINORS 1. A missing person report will be taken on any person reported missing who is under the age of eighteen, un-emancipated and a resident. 2. The officer will obtain the minor s name, age, description, last known location and possible destination as soon as possible. This information will be given to the telecommunicator who will activate a tone alert and broadcast the information. 3. The parent or guardian will be asked to sign the LEADS section of the missing person report. The officer will fully explain the purpose of this section and the parent s responsibility to provide transportation when the minor is found. If the parent refuses to sign the LEADS section, the officer will indicate this in the narrative. However, any missing person report involving a minor will be entered into LEADS. 4. The officer should obtain a recent photograph of the minor for future identification. The officer should also inquire if the missing minor has an original set of fingerprints available. If available, both items should be made a part of the missing person report. 5. If the missing minor has been missing for at least 30 days, every effort must be made to obtain dental data for entry into LEADS. An authorization to release dental records can be obtained from the LEADS manual. 6. The watch commander is responsible for ensuring that the missing minor has been entered into LEADS. 7. Investigators assigned a missing minor report for follow up will contact the complainant and keep him informed of any progress made and the current status of the case. 8. The watch commander on duty at the time notification is received that a missing minor is located, found or who has returned home, is responsible for ensuring that all LEADS and NCIC computer entries have been canceled. This information will be included in a supplemental report. SEARCHES 1. The watch commander will respond immediately to the scene of a missing or abducted child, a disabled or mentally impaired adult and determine the type of investigation and search that is necessary. 2. The residence and surrounding neighborhood should be thoroughly searched by available personnel. 3. Additional assistance can be requested, by the watch commander, from the following, depending on the circumstances of the incident. Surrounding police departments; On coming shift; Fire Department personnel; 4. When the watch commander determines that the search will be detailed or lengthy, and there is a definite need for an immediate investigation, the on duty or on call investigator will be requested to respond to the scene. The Patrol Division Commander will also be notified.

95 Procedure # The investigator responding to the scene will assume responsibility for coordinating the continued search and necessary follow up investigation, including maintaining contact with the complainant.

96 Procedure # Title: PSYCHIATRIC REFERRALS Procedure: Date Issued: MAY 01, 2002 Reviewed: October 2014 PURPOSE: To provide assistance during psychiatric emergencies and referral information for the mentally ill. POLICY: The role of the Department is to cause prompt and appropriate action in potentially dangerous emergencies involving persons exhibiting serious psychiatric conditions. Prompt and prudent action can at times prevent serious harm or fatal occurrences involving the mentally ill person and those who happen to be present when the person is experiencing a psychotic episode. It is the policy of the Police Department to ensure that individuals with psychiatric problems coming to the attention of this Department receive appropriate handling and referral. LAW: State Law in part states that a peace officer may take a person into custody and transport him to a mental health facility when, as a result of his personal observation, the peace officer has reasonable grounds to believe that the person is subject to involuntary admission and in need of immediate hospitalization to protect such person or others from physical harm; That the transporting authority acting in good faith and without negligence in connection with the transportation of respondents shall incur no liability, civil or criminal, by reason of such transportation; and A person 18 years of age or older who is subject to involuntary admission and in need of immediate hospitalization may be admitted to a mental health facility. PROCEDURE: EMERGENCY INVOLUNTARY ADMISSION BY CERTIFICATION ADULT 1. Criteria for admission of any person 18 years of age or older to a psychiatric facility is typically a person who is mentally ill and who, because of his illness: Can be reasonably expected to inflict serious physical harm upon himself or another in the near future; or, Is unable to provide for his basic physical needs to guard himself from serious harm. 2. If an individual is in need of immediate involuntary hospitalization a Petition for Involuntary/Judicial Admission form must be completed. The petition must be completed by a petitioner who witnessed the conduct of the mentally ill subject. The petitioner may be a peace officer, a family member 18 years of age or older, or in some instances, a medical doctor. The petition must contain: The name of the person to be admitted;

97 Procedure # A detailed statement of the reason for the assertion that the respondent is subject to involuntary admission, including a description of any acts or significant threats supporting the assertion and the time and place of their occurrence; The name, address and telephone number of any witness(s) who can corroborate the petitioner s description of the conduct; The petitioner s signature, address, date of petition and relationship to subject. 3. It must be determined that the person to be hospitalized is suffering from a mental illness and who, because of that illness, is dangerous to himself or another or is unable to provide for his basic physical needs to protect himself from serious harm. The following are some indications of mental disorder that can be used to determine if the subject should be hospitalized: Talks to self, hears voices, talks to imaginary people; Believes people are generally against him; Owns the City of Chicago, works for the FBI, CIA, etc.; Is controlled by organized crime; Knows the President of the U.S.; Believes the air or water is poisoned, and; Goes outside nude, and yells and screams. 4. In determining whether the person is dangerous or unable to care for himself the officer should ask the parent or relative some questions, such as: Is the person threatening to harm himself or another? If so, when did the threat occur? Did the person strike another, and when did it occur? Does he threaten with a knife or gun in his possession? (An overt act is not necessary) Does he walk outside in the cold barefoot or nude? Is he confused to such a point that he wanders and does not know where he lives, or who his relatives or parents are? 5. These, or similar events, must have occurred and must be current within the past few days. If this same unusual behavior has been present for months or years, it probably is not the type of emergency that must be handled immediately. 6. If the petition is to be signed by a Police Officer, the following steps will be taken: The petition will be completed and signed before transporting the patient to the hospital.

98 Procedure # The Fire Department rescue unit will be used to transport the subject to a medical facility for examination by a medical Doctor prior to any psychiatric evaluation. If requested by the Fire Department paramedics, a Police Officer will ride with the paramedic crew in the rescue unit with the approval of the Watch Commander. Officers will use extreme caution when dealing with a mentally ill subject. Appropriate restraining devices will be used when transporting a mentally ill subject. Persons suffering from a mental disorder will not be transported to a hospital in a police squad car unless directed to do so by court order. This will be a two-officer transport situation. The subject may be transported to any area hospital that the Fire Department routinely deals with. If the destination hospital does not have a psychiatric unit, the hospital emergency room staff will contact a Mental Health Center who will send personnel to the hospital to conduct the evaluation. The incident and subsequent Petition for Involuntary Admission will be documented on a Department general case report. If a family member or relative of the mentally ill subject is to sign the petition, he will be assisted by the Officer on the scene. The steps as outlined above will be followed. The petitioner may elect to arrange for a private ambulance to transport the subject to a hospital of his choice. EMERGENCY ADMISSION MINORS 1. State Law in part states that a peace officer may take a minor into custody and transport the minor to a mental health facility when, as a result of his personal observation, the peace officer has reasonable grounds to believe that the minor is eligible for admission under and is in a condition that immediate hospitalization is necessary in order to protect the minor or others from physical harm. 2. If the condition is not an emergency the officer should refer the parent or guardian to contact the Family and Mental Health Services office during normal business hours. An appointment is necessary for the parent or guardian to complete the intake process before a counselor can see the patient.

99 Procedure # Title: HOSTAGE/BARRICADED Procedure: SUBJECT INCIDENT Date Issued: MAY 01, 2002 Reviewed: October 2014 PURPOSE: To identify procedures for handling a hostage/barricaded subject incident. To establish guidelines and responsibilities for responding personnel to the scene of a hostage/barricaded subject incident. To minimize injury to officers, suspects, and others. To provide for the notification and assistance of additional personnel, other law enforcement departments, and support agencies. POLICY: A hostage/barricaded subject poses an extreme danger not only to officers who seek to arrest him, but to other persons as well. However, it is the policy of the Police Department to expend all reasonable efforts, when possible, to resolve barricaded incidents peaceably. The primary objective of police action in these incidents is the preservation of life. The safety of hostages, police personnel, innocent bystanders, and the offender must be our first concern. A secondary objective includes the apprehension of the offender, recovery of property and restoration of order. DEFINITIONS: HOSTAGE INCIDENT A situation in which a person(s) holds another person(s) against their will by force, threat or violence, and law enforcement officials are present at the scene attempting to obtain the release of the hostage. BARRICADED PERSON A situation in which a person(s) who is armed or believed to be armed, suicidal or mentally unstable resists being taken into custody by barricading himself in a room, building or other location. INNER PERIMETER The immediate area of containment as designated by the on scene supervisor. This area is initially staffed by first responding officers until relieved by tactical response officers. Other persons will be evacuated from this area to prevent injury or interference with the operation. Only personnel authorized by the supervisor in charge should be allowed entry to this area. OUTER PERIMETER

100 Procedure # A secondary control area surrounding the inner perimeter, providing a safe zone for access to the inner perimeter. This area is staffed by officers whose main responsibility is to deny unauthorized access to the area, traffic and crowd control. COMMAND POST A secure location within proximity of the outer perimeter, if possible, from which the supervisor in charge directs the operation. Considerations in selecting the location should include access to support services (telephone, rest room facilities, etc.), away from civilian and vehicular traffic, if possible, a safe entry route from which other responding units and support services (ambulance, fire apparatus, etc.) can approach safely. STAGING AREA A designated location on the outer perimeter to which all responding personnel will report for briefing, assignment and equipment. This area will generally be under the command of a supervisor assigned by the supervisor in charge of the incident. TACTICAL RESPONSE TEAM A unit of specially selected, trained and equipped officers will be requested to respond and provide assistance in those incidents that would require special tactics, techniques and equipment. There is a set team structure with designated coordinators and team leaders. Such teams are available from the Palos Park Special Response Team SRT, Cook county Sheriff, Orland Park, or the Illinois State Police. PROCEDURE: INITIAL RESPONDING OFFICER RESPONSIBILITY 1. When an officer is confronted with a hostage/barricaded subject incident he must take immediate steps to: Prevent injuries to himself and others by seeking cover and controlling the situation; Evaluate the situation, gather and disseminate information, and clear the immediate area of any bystanders or injured victims when possible; Notify communications to request priority radio traffic and A supervisor responds to the scene; request Advise responding units of the safe route to enter the area and any helpful regarding the suspect and location; information Direct responding units to positions that will minimize the movement of the suspect and prevent escape; Detain all witnesses for debriefing; and,.

101 Procedure # SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITY 1. The shift supervisor responding to the incident will be responsible for the following: Evacuation of anyone who has been injured if possible; Attempt to contact the barricaded suspect and arrest him without further incident. Obtain all information from the initial responding officers regarding the suspect, weapons, location and particulars of the incident; Establish where the inner perimeter will be and assign uniformed officers. All personnel assigned to or entering the inner perimeter will wear body armor; Debrief any witnesses; Provide all necessary information to officers on the scene, establish strict firearms control, establish rules of engagement and inform all officers of the particulars of the incident and the elements for use of deadly force that have been established should the incident extend to their position; Establish and detail officers to an outer perimeter; 2. If the supervisor is unable to resolve the incident he should immediately notify the Chief of Police that there is a need for a tactical response team standby or call-out, and do the following: Establish a command post and chain of command; Create an incident Hisorian. Summon additional personnel to the scene as required, (the supervisor should consider notifying officers from surrounding communities if immediately needed, then replacing these officers with officers called into duty early). If necessary begin evacuation of all persons within the inner perimeter; Establish a staging area and request all appropriate support equipment, ambulances, fire apparatus, and additional personnel respond to that location; Assign an officer to the staging area to brief all responding personnel and coordinate the movement of all equipment; Act as a news media liaison, unless otherwise directed by the chief or superior ranking officer. Only the on scene supervisor may authorize access to the scene by the news media; Assign investigators at the command post to intelligence type duties concerning identities of the suspect(s), background information, and obtaining plans or sketches of the barricaded location from the Fire Department or Department of Public Works; Maintain contact with the barricaded subject and attempt to constantly evaluate his physical condition and emotional state.

102 Procedure # When the Chief of Police arrives at the command post, he will conduct a debriefing of the supervisor in charge and personnel who established initial containment. The Chief of Police will have the final decision to request assistance from the Tactical Response Team. If the Chief of Police is not available, the on scene supervisor has the authority to request assistance from the Tactical Response Team. 4. All personnel, regardless of their operational component within the Department, will fully and totally cooperate with the on scene supervisor during any emergency. This coordinated effort is necessary to provide for the safety of all concerned, to alleviate any misunderstanding, and ensure the success of the operation. FIREARMS DISCIPLINE 1. Firearms discipline is essential during a hostage/barricaded subject incident. No weapons fire will be authorized without the express approval of the on scene supervisor or, the prerequisites for self defense are met. The prerequisites are: Weapons fire is necessary to protect one's own life, or Weapons fire is necessary to protect the life of another. 2. All supervisors shall give close attention to the matter of firearms discipline. Any use of chemical agents, i.e., tear gas, by other than Tactical Response officers must be authorized by the supervisor in charge. 3. Nothing in this procedure precludes the lawful use of force, deadly or otherwise, by members of this Department in protecting themselves or others from death or serious injury from aggressive action by the hostage taker or barricaded subject. NEGOTIATING TACTICS 1. Since no two hostage situations are alike there can be no standardized plan for negotiations. Each incident should be treated individually. 2. The on scene supervisor is responsible for ensuring that contact has been initiated and maintained with the hostage taker or barricaded subject. If necessary, this task may be relinquished to a negotiator upon his arrival. 3. The on scene supervisor is responsible for coordinating with the Tactical supervisor the contacting of utility companies for the timely shutdown of services. 4. Responsible negotiating tactics include, but are not limited to the following: Buying time. As a rule the more time the captor spends with the hostage, the less likely he is to take the hostage's life. Obtaining information from the offender(s) that is helpful in understanding his mental and emotional condition. Allowing the offender(s) to ventilate anxieties.

103 Procedure # Developing trust with the offender(s). Assisting the offender(s) with solving problems in a realistic and non-violent manner. Influencing the offender(s) to release the hostages and surrender peaceably. 5. Practically all demands are negotiable with certain exceptions. The following will not be provided: Weapons and ammunition; Drugs or alcohol; Additional people or an exchange of people, including police officers, for a hostage; and, Releasing persons who are being held in legal custody. 6. Negotiable items are left to the discretion of the supervisor based on the incident at hand. Items such as food, water, cigarettes and other physical comforts should be considered base negotiable items and used appropriately. RELOCATION 1. Whenever possible the supervisor in charge will not allow the offender(s) to leave the scene of containment. All requests for vehicles or relocation will be denied. 2. In the event the offender(s) escape containment, provisions for chase and surveillance vehicles will be initiated. 3. In the event the escape route enters another jurisdiction, the communications center will advise those jurisdictions and request their assistance. CONCLUSION 1. The on-scene supervisor and the Tactical Response supervisor will maintain the integrity of the outer and inner perimeter until the hostage and offender have been removed from the scene and investigative personnel have the opportunity to conduct a proper crime scene investigation. AFTER-ACTION REPORT 1. The Chief of Police will assign a supervisor involved in the incident to complete an after-action report that outlines actions taken and makes recommendations for improvements in future incidents.

104 Procedure # Title: V.I.P. SECURITY Procedure: Date Issued: MAY 01, 2002 Reviewed: October 2014 PURPOSE: To establish a procedure for providing security for V.I.P. s. POLICY: The Police Department attempts to provide equal protection under the law to all people. However, we recognize that some people, because of their political or public stature, create a protection need greater than the average person. In those cases the Department will extend the normal steps for security and provide security measures appropriate with that person s title or position. PROCEDURE: The Chief of Police, or his designee, will supervise and coordinate any special security detail involving a V.I.P. Security measures involve: Coordinate the V.I.P. itinerary with the responsible security agency, either private or governmental, and other law enforcement agencies which might be affected and whose assistance may be needed; If necessary, make available equipment needed to provide for safety of the V.I.P. or the security detail, i.e., soft body armor, flak vest, portable radios, marked or unmarked vehicles; Assist in planning and surveying travel routes, and alternatives; Make advanced inspections of the sites and facilities to be used by the V.I.P.; Arrange for gathering local intelligence information; Conduct a briefing with a member from each agency or department involved in the security detail and coordinate the duties and responsibilities of all personnel; In cooperation with the fire department make preparations for medical emergencies by providing the necessary personnel, equipment and arrangements with the appropriate hospital facility; Assist in providing any special communication needs, or providing a portable radio or member of the Department with a radio, to any agency with an incompatible frequency; Arrange and coordinate any special identification system to designate members of the security detail not in uniform; and, Assign as many officers as necessary to provide adequate security.

105 Procedure # Title: SPECIAL EVENTS Procedure: Date Issued: MAY 01, 2002 Reviewed: October 2014 PURPOSE: To establish planning requirements for Department operations at special events. POLICY: Most special events require additional personnel and resources to handle those problems normally associated with increased traffic volume and large crowds. The Department will attempt to alleviate those problems by proper planning and staffing for these events. DEFINITION: A special event may be defined as an activity such as a parade, athletic contest, or public demonstration or celebration that results in an increase in the normal police services required for the control of traffic, crowds, or crime. PROCEDURE: 1. The Patrol Division Commander is responsible for the Department's coverage of a special event. This responsibility includes the planning, coordination and supervision of personnel detailed to the special event. 2. The Department's effectiveness in handling special events depends on contingency plans relative to the events; therefore, a specific plan will be developed by the Patrol Division Commander. This plan will include: The type of special event; Manpower required, uniformed and plain clothes; Deployment of manpower, including times needed and fixed post assignments, if required; Written estimates of traffic, crowd control, and crime problems expected: Overall logistic requirements, including feeding, transporting, equipping, maintaining, and relieving personnel assigned to the event; Equipment needed, (barricades, radios, traffic vests, vehicles, etc.); and, Coordination required within and outside the Department. 3. The Patrol Division Commander will contact the appropriate departments, (fire, public works, health, etc.) and coordinate plans and exchange information regarding job functions at the event. He will also coordinate the exchange of information with other law enforcement agencies involved in the event.

106 Procedure # The Patrol Division Commander will submit the plan to the Chief of Police before the event is scheduled to start. The plan will be disseminated to all personnel assigned to the event to ensure they are aware of their individual responsibilities. 5. When possible a briefing will be held for all personnel just prior to the starting of the event. 6. The Patrol Division Commander will submit an after-action report that evaluates the police coverage of the event and any deficiencies experienced along with recommendations for improvements in future special event coverage.

107 Procedure # Title: SPECIAL OPERATIONS Procedure: Date Issued: MAY 01, 2002 Reviewed: October 2014 PURPOSE: To outline the Department's response to special and covert operations. POLICY: The Police Department will employ measures to resolve special operations incidents and events that are reasonable, effective, and consistent with the Department's resources and mission. DEFINITION: A special operation is any occurrence requiring police intervention that places demands on department personnel and support resources beyond normal operational requirements. PROCEDURE: SPECIAL OPERATIONS 1. Officers will respond immediately to any incident requiring an emergency call for police service. Most special operations incidents are handled by the Department until the severity of the situation is assessed, the immediate threat is minimized and the resolution requirements are defined. 2. After the incident has been assessed the special operation may be resolved either by the Department, by the Department with the assistance of another agency, or by an outside agency entirely. Special operations the Department is prepared to handle by itself are: Bomb threats; Undercover surveillance/stakeouts; and Coverage of special events. Special operations the Department will normally handle with the Assistance of another agency are: VIP protection; Disaster; Civil disorder; Civil defense emergencies; Decoy operations; Emergency response teams; and, Hostage negotiations. Special operations that will be handled by an outside agency are: Bomb disposal; and,

108 Procedure # Special purpose (undercover and Surveillance) vehicles. 3. Special operations that require an immediate response will be handled by the patrol shift on duty at the time. The watch commander will be responsible for coordinating the response, the initial assessment of the incident, and notifying the appropriate personnel or other agencies for assistance, if necessary. 4. All requests for assistance from the Criminal Investigations Unit for deployment in special operations to supplement other department components must be approved by the Criminal Investigations Unit supervisor, or the Chief of Police. Requests for assistance in stakeouts, saturation patrols, or other operations should be documented with an explanation of the special operation to be addressed. 5. Special operations that do not require an immediate response are delegated by the Chief of Police to the appropriate officer(s) or department component for necessary action. 6. Patrol Supervisors may utilize Criminal Investigations Officers when the patrol shift cannot adequately handle an emergency special operation, event or incident. 7. Once an operation is undertaken, it will be the responsibility of the supervisor in charge of the operation to coordinate all functions and components of the operation and maintain cooperation between them. COVERT OPERATIONS 1. When deemed appropriate, the Department will conduct covert operations in an attempt to gather evidence leading to the arrest and prosecution of individuals involved in criminal activities. 2. Covert operations may include undercover or surveillance activities designed to infiltrate and establish associations with those individuals suspected of criminal operations. 3. Covert operations will be coordinated and supervised by the Criminal Investigations Unit supervisor and operated in a legitimate manner seeking advice from the Prosecutors office when appropriate. 4. The Chief of Police will approve all undercover operations. 5. The Criminal Investigations Unit supervisor will brief the on-duty watch commander, if appropriate, concerning the operation before its initiation. Patrol units should be advised to be available for backup assistance, or to stay clear of the area, depending on the situation and circumstances. UNDERCOVER OPERATIONS 1. The Criminal Investigations Unit supervisor will be responsible for addressing the following concerns before initiating an undercover operation: Identification and analysis of the Suspect(s); Provisions for initiating contact with the suspects;

109 Procedure # A full analysis of the neighborhood surrounding the area; Establishing false identities, if applicable, for the officer(s) assigned to the undercover position; Maintaining confidentiality of officer's false ID; Providing the necessary expense funds; Procuring necessary equipment; Establish routine and emergency communications between the undercover officer and surveillance officers; Determine the legal considerations of the operations and seek advice from the Prosecutor; Develop the overall plan for the operation, including the guidelines for arresting the suspect(s); Insure that adequate backup police personnel are available for the safety of the undercover officer; and, Insure that close supervision is provided throughout the operation. 2. Vehicles and equipment needed for a surveillance will be determined by the Criminal Investigations Unit supervisor. If the vehicles currently provided by the department cannot be used, arrangements will be made with the appropriate federal, state, or county agency. 3. The Chief of Police must approve any request to contact another agency for use of surveillance vehicles or equipment. SURVEILLANCE/STAKEOUT 1. The Criminal Investigations Unit supervisor will establish the plan of operation before initiating a surveillance/stakeout. The plan will consider the following: Analyze all available intelligence information pertaining to the crime and subject of the surveillance; Identify and analyze offenders and their habits, associates, vehicles, methods of operation, and any and all-pertinent information; Familiarize assigned officers with targeted areas for surveillance; Establish operational procedures, for observation, tails, and effecting the arrest; Provide expense funds, as needed (tolls, meals, etc.); Establish the primary and secondary means of communication; Insure close supervision; Provide adequate relief; and,

110 Procedure # Determine any legal ramifications and contact the Prosecutors Office for advice. DECOY OPERATIONS 1. Decoy operations must have prior approval of the Chief of Police. 2. The Criminal Investigations Unit supervisor must be on the scene to provide for close supervision of the operation. 3. The Criminal Investigations Unit supervisor is responsible for addressing the following concerns prior to initiating any decoy operation: An analysis of victims profiles, crime M.O., location, day and time; Provide appropriate disguises for participating officers, if required; Provisions for sufficient back up for safety; Develop an operational plan consistent with the activity, determining points of observations, and the method of arrest; Identify potential legal problems of the operation and seek advice from the Prosecutors Office; Establish the communications channel(s) or other appropriate communications method, especially emergency communications for fast response by back up officers; Identify all personnel involved in the operation and assign call numbers or false identification, if required; Inform all on duty patrol personnel of the operation; and Insure close supervision is provided throughout the operation. CONDUCTING RAIDS 1. Raids should only be conducted pursuant to a warrant, but may be conducted without a warrant upon necessity and with legally and judicially sufficient cause. A raid will only be initiated with the approval of the Chief of Police, or his designee. 2. Before conducting any raid the following provisions will be met: Obtain authorization from the Chief of Police; A supervisor will be designated as raid coordinator; Establish strategies and tactics for approaching, entering, securing, and leaving the target; Determine the evidence and/or contraband which will be the object of the search and subsequent seizure; Select and secure any specialized equipment needed to carry out the raid, (battering ram, sledge hammer, etc.);

111 Procedure # Select and establish communication with specialized support units; Arranging for the arrest and processing of suspect(s); Determine the level of resistance expected and the level of force required to overcome the resistance; Arrange for standby medical and fire equipment; and, Provide for the completion of all required reports necessary to properly document the incident.

112 Procedure # Title: INTELLIGENCE OPERATIONS Procedure: Date Issued: JANUARY 01, 2002 Reviewed: October 2014 PURPOSE: To establish effective administrative and operational procedures for the collecting, processing, storing and dissemination of intelligence information. POLICY: It is the policy of the Police Department to use all legitimate means to collect intelligence information on organized criminal activities, subversive activities, vice activities, terrorism and civil disorder to protect the officers of this Department and members of the community. Strict procedures must be adopted and followed to prevent the unauthorized disclosure of intelligence information to preserve the integrity of the investigative process and to promote the principles of due process. PROCEDURE: ADMINISTRATION 1. The Police Department will maintain an Intelligence section within the Criminal Investigations Unit and under the direction of the Criminal Investigations Unit supervisor. The Intelligence section will be responsible for the following: Collection of criminal intelligence information; Analysis of intelligence information; Secure storage of intelligence information; Dissemination of information within the Department; and, Maintaining a liaison with other law enforcement agencies, to include federal, state, and local departments for the exchange of intelligence information. 2. The Criminal Investigations Unit supervisor will safeguard the integrity of all intelligence files and ensure that legal requirements relating to such files are followed and ensure the security of these files. To maintain this integrity the following requirements will apply: It is essential that whenever information is gathered from an informant his identity remains anonymous. Procedures outlined for contacts with informants will be completely followed. The supervisor responsible for maintaining the master files for informants will be advised when an informant is being used for intelligence purposes. Intelligence information collected will be limited to criminal conduct and activities that present a threat to the community. These areas include, but are not limited to: Organized crime activity

113 Procedure # Terrorist activity Subversive activity Vice activity Felony crimes of a serious or threatening nature Use of personnel and equipment will be restricted to the collection of unconfirmed intelligence, strategic intelligence, tactical intelligence, support for undercover officers and operations, maintaining a liaison with federal, state, county and local law enforcement agencies for the exchange of intelligence information, and to request assistance for additional manpower and special equipment needs. The Criminal Investigations Unit supervisor will determine what tactics and techniques are appropriate for the operation at hand. Contact should be made with the Prosecutors Office to ensure the legality and integrity of the intelligence effort. Personnel, equipment, and techniques may be used to collect the following types of intelligence: Unconfirmed intelligence is information from various sources, often anonymous, that by itself may be suspicious, but when combined with other information may make an inference of criminal activity. Strategic intelligence is a situation where the problem is known and an attempt is made to correct the problem. Tactical intelligence is answering a request for information from patrol or other unit on a specific subject, organization, and/or location. All intelligence information collected will be included into the file, except that information which by its nature is not relevant to the criminal activity involved. Examples would be: Information suggesting a subject's political or religious preferences, association, or opinions. The nature of a subject's sexual preferences. Intelligence files will be reviewed annually, Criminal Investigations Unit supervisor. Intelligence information will be purged from the files if it is no longer of investigative value. The supervisor will file a report with the Chief of Police with the results of his review and inform the Chief of Police on all files purged. Files will be purged as follows: Permanent files -- files that name a particular person by name and DOB or name and address, or a particular organization where the identification can be specifically made and there has been confirmed criminal activity within a three year period. If no criminal activity can be confirmed the files will be purged. Temporary files -- a file where a subject or organization can only be described but not specifically named. These files are to be purged at the end of one year if during that time a positive I. D cannot be made of the person or organization. If a positive I. D. can be made within a year then the file can be reclassified as permanent. Working files -- a file where information is received about a subject or organization but no verification has been made as to the accuracy of the information. These files will be purged after 30 days.

114 Procedure # Intelligence information will be maintained by the Criminal Investigations Unit Supervisor. Access to restricted or classified intelligence information will be limited to: Chief of Police Criminal Investigations Unit supervisor Other sworn members of the Department engaged in related investigations, with the approval of the Chief of Police. 4. All intelligence records and procedures will be under the control and direct supervision of the Criminal Investigations Unit supervisor. Intelligence information will be classified as follows: General -- distributed to all police personnel. Restricted -- distributed to selected police personnel or other law enforcement agencies. Classified -- distributed only to those individuals who specifically need to know. 5. Intelligence information will only be distributed to other criminal justice agencies when needed to pursue a criminal investigation. 6. All requests for restricted and classified intelligence information must be directed to and approved for release, by the Criminal Investigations Unit supervisor. 7. General Intelligence Bulletins released by the Criminal Investigations Unit will be clearly marked, "CONFIDENTIAL", and their dissemination will be limited to Department personnel and local law enforcement agencies. A clip board with Intelligence Bulletins is located in the Criminal Investigations Unit office. This information is provided to keep officers abreast of current offenders and criminal activity in our area. The Criminal Investigations Unit supervisor will periodically review this information and purge any outdated information. 8. The dissemination of information that is in the possession of this Department is permitted on a need to know basis. No member of the Department will confirm the existence or non-existence of any intelligence, investigative, criminal, or any other Department record or information to any person or agency not specifically authorized to receive such information. Those authorized to receive such information will be limited to members of this Department or another criminal justice agency if, and only if they have need for the information in the performance of their official duties. 9. The Criminal Investigations Unit supervisor will maintain a liaison with other law enforcement agencies to provide access to specialized equipment needed to support the intelligence function. Equipment needs should be determined before the initiation of any operation and may include, audiovisual monitoring equipment, night vision equipment and the use of specially designed surveillance vehicles. The Chief of Police must authorize the use of surveillance type equipment. Confidential monies for the paying to informants and supporting other intelligence operations will be provided through the Criminal Investigations Operations fund.

115 Procedure # Special consideration will be provided in the accounting of funds to ensure the confidentiality of the information provided.

116 Procedure # Title: SELECTIVE TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT Procedure: Date Issued: MAY 01, 2002 Reviewed: October 2014 PURPOSE: To direct police traffic enforcement activity to preselected times, locations and specific types of traffic violations. POLICY Effective police traffic service requires assignment of officers at the locations and times where hazardous or congested conditions may exist. The ultimate goal of the Department's traffic enforcement policy is to reduce crashes and promote voluntary compliance with traffic laws. Selective traffic enforcement is an activity of the Patrol division. PROCEDURE: ADMINISTRATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES 1. The Chief of Police is responsible for the Department's selective traffic enforcement functions. These shall include overall responsibility for analysis of traffic crashes and traffic enforcement activities. 2. Implementation of selective enforcement techniques and procedures is the responsibility of the patrol shift watch commanders. Selective enforcement action will be undertaken in those areas where analysis of traffic crashes and violations indicates, or is based upon complaints or requests from citizens. Patterns of cause and/or sudden increases in the number and severity of crashes or violations are reason for extra enforcement activity at a given location. 3. Speed detection devices (RADAR) will normally be used in the enforcement of speeding laws. 4. All new personnel will receive training in the legal and proper operation of Department radar equipment. The repair and service of radar units shall be the responsibility of the Administrative Services staff. Officers will document any malfunctions or damage to the unit and submit a department memo. The Chief of Police will evaluate the selective traffic enforcement program annually. OFFICER RESPONSIBILITY 1. Traffic law enforcement is a supplement to regular patrol duty. 2. Officers should be particularly alert for hazardous violations. The emphasis should be on high volume roadways, high crash intersections and locations within the officer's beat, or where complaints and reports indicate the need for special attention.

117 Procedure # Officers shall take appropriate enforcement action whenever an enforceable violation is detected. This shall include provable violations determined as the result of crash investigations. 4. Officers may, in minor crashes, issue warning citations for those violations as permitted by ordinance or statute. This shall not apply when a crash results in extensive damage or personal injury. 5. Officers are encouraged to employ tolerance when: There is a reasonable possibility of human error in judgment of the officer or the citizen. There is a reasonable possibility of malfunction of mechanical equipment with no knowledge or intent of the driver. The content of the particular law, which has been violated, is not common knowledge. 6. These tolerances shall be uniformly applied for the purpose of affording just treatment to the public.

118 Procedure # Title: TRAFFIC CRASH INVESTIGATION Procedure: Date Issued: MAY 01, 2002 Reviewed: October 2014 PURPOSE: To establish guidelines for the Department's traffic crash reporting and investigation process. POLICY The Police Department carries out its crash management responsibility consistent with the nature and severity of the crash, the most efficient use of personnel and resources, and the statutory reporting requirements of the State. DEFINITIONS: TRAFFIC CRASH REPORTING Traffic crash reporting is defined as the basic collection of information to identify and classify a traffic crash; the time, location, persons and vehicles involved. This includes planned movements and any contributing factors such as traffic law violations. TRAFFIC CRASH INVESTIGATION Traffic crash investigation is defined as the collection of information describing and identifying: Participants and injuries, Vehicle damage, Roadway condition, marks, residue, Final positions of vehicles/bodies. Interpreting these factors with the contributing factors involved, and an attempt to satisfy the particular elements required to produce that type of crash. SERIOUS TRAFFIC CRASH A serious traffic crash is defined as a crash where a death has occurred, injuries are so severe that survival cannot be expected, or there has been a loss of limb. PROCEDURE: TRAFFIC CRASH REPORTING AND INVESTIGATION 1. Officers of this Department will respond to the scene and meet the reporting and investigative responsibilities of any traffic crash that involves: Death or injury; Leaving the scene of a crash;

119 Procedure # Impairment of an operator due to alcohol and/or drugs; Hazardous materials; Damage to public vehicles or property; Disturbances between the parties involved; Major traffic congestion as a result of the crash; Damage to vehicle(s) if towing is required. 2. Officers responsible for investigating a traffic crash will perform the following minimum activities: Upon arrival, park the police vehicle in such a way as to provide maximum protection to the scene but without endangering the public or officer; Assess the scene to determine the need for other emergency services; Request medical aid when necessary; Note special conditions or factors that may have contributed to the crash (such as natural hazards, visibility obstruction, inoperative traffic control device, etc.); Record short lived evidence and protect the scene for evidence when the need for further investigation appears evident; Locate and interview witnesses; Notify the shift supervisor when supervisory direction appears to be warranted; Issue appropriate traffic citations when applicable; Expedite the removal from the roadway of vehicles, persons, and debris; and Complete all required forms for routine traffic crashes before their tour of duty ends unless otherwise directed by the watch commander. 3. Officers will respond to crashes occurring on private property and investigate and report their findings when the traffic crash involves: Death or injury; Damage to any vehicle in excess of $500; Impairment of an operator due to alcohol and/or drugs; Hazardous materials; Damage to public vehicles or property;

120 Procedure # Disturbances between the parties involved; and, Hit and run crashes. 4. If the crash does not meet the criteria then a self-report is completed with the officer facilitating the information exchange. 5. Officers are expected to take positive enforcement action whenever the crash investigation leads them to believe that a violation has occurred. Elements not personally witnessed by the officer must be established through the investigation. When evidence exists to satisfy all elements of a particular violation, enforcement action should be taken. Enforcement actions will be consistent with the Department's procedures and policies concerning traffic law enforcement. CRASH SCENE STABILIZATION 1. An important responsibility of officers responding to any crash scene is to keep the situation from becoming worse. This responsibility takes on added complexity when traffic is blocked or hazardous materials are present. Officers may be called upon to perform certain special activities, and to coordinate their activities with those of personnel from various other agencies. 2. The first officer to arrive at the scene shall be responsible for the following: Position his vehicle to protect the scene and any persons that may be involved; Request medical aid when necessary; Preserve evidence; Traffic direction and control at the crash scene; when necessary use flares, barricades, and traffic cones for the temporary detour of traffic; Request additional assistance if necessary, Locate witnesses; and Expedite the clearing of the roadway. 3. Officers responding to the scene of a crash are generally responsible for the handling of the following hazards until properly relieved by fire and/or medical personnel: Injuries - Officers shall summon emergency medical assistance to the scene and assist in getting injured persons removed to medical facilities as soon as possible. Handling Fire Hazards - If fire is a potential hazard, officers will take appropriate action to stabilize the conditions to the best of their abilities and summon the fire department when necessary. Officers will attempt to eliminate the possibility of ignition to the maximum extent possible. Officers should evacuate and isolate the area as is necessary and carefully control movement within the vicinity of the hazard, detouring traffic if necessary. Handling Hazardous Materials - upon arrival at the scene of a traffic crash involving hazardous materials, officers should attempt to identify the cargo on the basis of placards from a safe distance.

121 Procedure # If hazardous materials are identified, immediately notify the fire department, according to Department procedure. TRAFFIC DIRECTION AT CRASH SCENES 1. Officers who must perform traffic direction and control activities at crash scenes will allow for the safe ingress and egress of emergency vehicles and provide for a system of alternate routes for other vehicles as necessary. The following will be used by officers to aid in protecting themselves and the scene: Flares; Traffic cones or barricades; Marked police vehicle with emergency lights activated; and Reflective traffic safety vests. 2. In cases that involve only property damage and the vehicles are driveable, drivers should be directed by the investigating officer to remove their vehicles from the traffic lanes as soon as possible, unless there are extenuating circumstances. COLLECTING OF AT SCENE INFORMATION 1. Information to be collected at the scene of the crash by the investigating officer should include the following: Interviews of the principals and witnesses. Officers should question drivers and witnesses separately and individually. In the case of a minor crash, this questioning is usually done at the scene. When crashes of a more serious nature are investigated, the officer should obtain a brief account at the scene and follow up at a more stable location, preferably the police station. When questioning drivers, officers should be alert for any physical or emotional impairment that may have affected the person's driving ability. Examining and recording vehicle damage. Officers should check vehicle equipment, controls and systems for defects that may have contributed to the crash. If there is serious injury or death, officers may place an investigative hold on vehicles for closer examination and evaluation of the damaged area that may coincide with other evidence and statements as to how the crash occurred. Examining and recording effects of the crash on the roadway. Officers should note all conditions of the road during the investigation at the scene. Officers should check such factors as foreign substances on the road surface; the condition of the surface; the lane markings, grade, width, alignment and condition of the shoulder. Officers should also note any obstructions that existed at the time of the collision. Weather conditions should also be noted. Taking photographs, as appropriate. Photographs should be taken when necessary. Field Sketches. Sketches should be prepared as may be necessary and appropriate for investigative purposes and attached to the original report. Collecting and preserving evidence. Collection and preservation of evidence is required at the crash scene.

122 Procedure # Exchanging of information among principals. Officers will issue the State required forms and explain to drivers involved their responsibilities in reporting the crash as necessary and appropriate and assist them as necessary in providing information to the other persons involved in the crash. 2. When officers come into possession of property belonging to crash victims, they will ensure it is protected from theft and remove it to a place of safekeeping until it can be returned to the owner. If the item cannot be returned to the owner at the scene it will be inventoried. SPECIALIZED CRASH INVESTIGATION AND FOLLOW UP- 1. In the event the initial investigating officer needs assistance in completing a traffic crash investigation, he will contact his immediate supervisor who will determine the appropriate action to be taken to ensure prompt and proper completion of the crash investigation on; All fatal crashes; All serious personal injury crashes involving injuries likely to result in death or permanent disability, (i.e., loss of limb, eye, severe burns). Any other crash situation where special circumstances are present, such as potential liability to the Village, and the watch commander determines that the services of a Reconstructionist is required. The on-duty watch commander must authorize the assignment of a Reconstructionist to assist. Officers requesting assistance will make every effort to preserve the crash scene for the Reconstructionist. The Reconstructionist will be responsible for the traffic crash report, any supplemental or investigative reports and diagrams. 5. Follow up reports are the responsibility of the Reconstructionist. Enforcement action will be coordinated between the reporting officer and assigned Reconstructionist. 6. When necessary and appropriate, the chief of Police will approve the use of outside expert and technical assistance, i.e., mechanics, physicians, safety inspectors, adequate justification for the need for such assistance will be required before approval will be given. HIT AND RUN CRASH INVESTIGATIONS 1. Every reasonable effort will be made to locate and identify the driver of the vehicle which has left the scene of a crash. 2. A crash report will be completed on any hit and run crash. 3. The investigating officer will attempt to recover and inventory any useful evidence that will help identify the driver and vehicle involved. 4. The investigating officer will attempt to locate and interview any witnesses that may have seen or have knowledge of the crash. 5. When a hit and run crash occurs and there is no information on the vehicle that left the scene, or the driver, the crash report is to be completed and forwarded by the officer.

123 Procedure # In the case of a hit and run crash in which information such as a license number of the vehicle, or the identity of the driver is known, the officer will make an attempt to contact the driver/owner and complete the investigation. If warranted an ISPERN broadcast will be initiated. 7. If for reasons of time, manpower shortage, jurisdictional boundaries or the investigating officer is unable to make contact with the driver/owner, the investigation will be turned over to the Criminal Investigations Unit for follow up. 8. The investigator assigned to a hit and run crash is responsible for all supplemental reports documenting his investigation. 9. When sufficient evidence is available to sustain prosecution, hit and run drivers are to be charged with the specific offense of leaving the scene of a crash. The investigator is to maintain personal communication with other parties involved in the crash and is to advise them of the progress and status of the investigation. REPORTING 1. The officer assigned to the crash will be in charge of the investigation (unless the crash is assigned to a crash investigator) and responsible for the completion of the initial report. 2. The Department will use the Traffic Crash Report form provided by the State for a crash occurring on public or private property. Local accident reports and supplemental reports approved and authorized by the State will be used when required. 3. Each officer shall be issued, when published, a copy of Traffic Crash Report Instruction Manual for Law Enforcement Agencies to assist them in the correct manner to complete this form. 4. The crash report form packet contains three separate forms, two (2) Motorist's Report of Motor Vehicle Crash forms and one, (1) Traffic Crash Report form. Each package is control numbered, the red number in the upper left hand corner, and each sheet in the package has the same number. 5. If there are more than two motorists involved in a crash, then additional unnumbered supplemental crash report forms must be used. It is important that the officer writes, in the blank space on the unnumbered forms, the number that corresponds with the control number on the sheets in the original package that is being used for that particular crash. 6. Police Department Supplemental Report forms shall be used for any follow-up investigations or when the narrative portion of the Traffic Crash Report is insufficient to complete the narrative. 7. Those crashes where a formal report is not required may be documented on a case report card. The following information should be documented: Name, address and phone number of both drivers and any passengers or witnesses; License numbers of vehicles involved;

124 Procedure # Drivers license for each driver; Location of where crash occurred and brief description of what occurred; Date and time; Describe damage, if any All traffic crashes shall be classified in conformance with The Manual on Classification of Motor Vehicle Traffic Crash. 9. Supervisors will ensure that all reports are complete, accurate and submitted before the officer completes his tour of duty. REPORTING DAMAGE TO STATE AND CITY/VILLAGE PROPERTY 1. Officers investigating traffic crashes which result in damage to State or City/Village owned property will ensure the incident is documented on a State Traffic Crash Report form. Included in the report should be the extent of the damage and the driver's insurance information. 2. Traffic crashes which result in damage to Village owned property will be reported on a State Traffic Crash Report form. 3. Damage to street lights, fire hydrants, and other Village owned property will be photographed when necessary. The communications operator will notify the proper utility company or Village Department if their services are needed. Unnecessary call out of Department of Public Works personnel should be avoided if the problem can be handled during the next business day without creating any adverse problems. 4. Clerical staff will make two copies of any crash report that involves Village owned property and forward them to the accounting department.

125 Procedure # Title: ANCILLARY MOTORIST SERVICES Procedure: Date Issued: MAY 01, 2002 Reviewed: October 2014 PURPOSE: To provide general guidelines for officers to help motorists in need of routine and emergency highway assistance. POLICY: It is the policy of this Department to take appropriate action to assist lost or stranded motorists, disabled vehicles, correct hazardous situations when possible and provide general assistance to highway users. PROCEDURE: GENERAL POLICE SERVICES Protecting lives and aiding the injured, locating lost persons, keeping the peace, and providing for other needs are basic services provided by the Department. To satisfy these requests, the Department responds to calls for service and renders such aid or advice as is necessitated or indicated by the situation. Because of the danger presented by the stranded motorist both to himself and to other motorists on the highway, the Department offers reasonable assistance to motorists who appear to be in need of aid. Such service as applies will be rendered during all hours of the day, but will receive particular attention during nighttime hours, and during severe weather conditions. 5. When an officer assists a motorist, and the vehicle is disabled or towed, the officer will transport the motorist to a place of safety. A place of safety being the police station, or a business establishment in the Village that will be able to provide temporary shelter for the motorist to get their own assistance and make phone calls. MECHANICAL ASSISTANCE Anytime an officer encounters a motorist who requires the services of a service station or tow company the officer will: Check with the motorist to ascertain if he has a preference for a local service station and request the communications dispatcher to make notification. If the motorist has no preference, or the service station cannot provide timely service, the officer will advise the motorist that the Department has arrangements with local tow companies to provide services.

126 Procedure # If the motorist has no preference the officer will advise the communications dispatcher to contact a tow service. When an officer finds that a vehicle is left unattended upon a street or highway in violation of any of the provisions regulating stopping, standing or parking and the vehicle constitutes a definite hazard or obstruction to the normal movement of traffic, the officers is authorized to have the vehicle moved. The towing of any vehicle shall conform to the requirements outlined in Department procedure SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES Officers are expected to be alert for motorists who appear to need assistance. When consistent with other assignments, officers are expected to stop and offer help to motorists who appear to be in need of help. If an assignment prevents the officer from rendering the assistance personally, arrangements should be made for another police unit to render the necessary service. If practical, the motorist should be advised of this by the original officer. Officers who assist stranded motorists should remain alert to the following possibilities: The driver has not been authorized to use the vehicle; The vehicle is unsafe; The motorist is not licensed; The motorist is unable to safely operate the vehicle; or, The vehicle s occupants have engaged in criminal activity. Officers are encouraged to utilize push bars equipped on patrol vehicles to push disabled vehicles from the roadway to the nearest safe location in accordance with procedure. The patrol car may not be used to jump start a motorist s vehicle without watch commander approval. Officers should: Provide information and directions upon request; Become familiar with the streets and highways in their area; and Be knowledgeable of the various services and facilities available in the Village and service area. EXCEPTIONAL MOTORIST SERVICES If reasonable care is taken to prevent damage or injury, when necessary, officers may, at their discretion, render the following exceptional services: Transporting fuel to the motorist;

127 Procedure # Changing a tire, or Transporting the motorist to public transportation or other convenient location. Before rendering any exceptional services, officers should consider: Availability of commercial roadside services; Time of day; Accident hazard caused by the motorist; Physical condition of the motorist, and weather conditions. The shift s activity and officer s estimated down time. EMERGENCY MOTORIST SERVICES Officers will notify communications immediately of any emergency situation and take appropriate action. Provide basic first aid. Obtain medical assistance if necessary. Obtain fire assistance. Use the fire extinguisher in the patrol car, if necessary. Escorting civilian vehicles is extremely dangerous and is prohibited. When possible officers should call medical assistance to the location of an emergency. PUSH BUMPERS The installation of push bumpers on the squads is intended to relieve the officer of the physical strain of manually removing a disabled vehicle obstructing traffic. An added benefit is that it is not necessary to tie up two squads to achieve that purpose. The push bumpers are designed to protrude approximately 6 beyond the squad bumper, therefore allowing a good turning radius. This will also serve to avoid damage to the front of the squad. In order to accomplish their purpose the push bumpers must be used in accordance with certain guide lines: To be used only to remove disabled vehicles obstructing traffic; To remove disabled vehicles to the nearest safe place not obstructing traffic (parking lot, parking area along curb, and side streets, etc.); Not to be used to push vehicles for a long distance;

128 Procedure # Not to be used to attempt to push start a stalled vehicle; Not to be used to push vehicles that have an obstruction to free movement of any tire (locked brakes, broken wheel mounts, damage from accidents, etc.); and Disabled vehicles are to be pushed slowly and cautiously. Abuse of the proper use of the push bumpers could result in damage to the squad and/or disciplinary action. Officers will complete the Motorist Assist Release form and have it signed before pushing the vehicle. VEHICLE LOCK OUTS Officers will make every reasonable attempt to assist a motorist who has locked their keys in their vehicle. Officers will use the Department issued vehicle entry tools. Officers will complete the Motorist Assist Release form and have it signed before attempting entry to the vehicle. ORDER NUMBER: 4.606(a) SUBJECT: ANCILLARY SERVICES EFFECTIVE DATE: 1 March 1998 AUTHORITY: Chief Joseph Miller REVIEW DATE: 1 March 2013 Reviewed: October 2014 REVIEWER: Supervisor Traffic Safety Unit INDEX AS: ASSISTANCE TO HIGHWAY MOTORISTS CORRECTION OF HIGHWAY HAZARDS TOWING OF VEHICLES PROCEDURES TRAFFIC SAFETY EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS PURPOSE: The purpose of this order is to establish policies and procedures related to the Department's ancillary services. These services include providing assistance to highway users, public information and directions, identifying and reporting roadway hazards, and procedures for the removal and towing of vehicles. ORDER: ASSISTANCE TO HIGHWAY MOTORISTS

129 Procedure # A. Disabled Vehicles. Disabled vehicles on the roadway present a hazard both to the stranded motorists and to other roadway users. For this reason, field personnel will offer reasonable assistance at all times to motorists who appear to be in need of aid. 1. Police Department vehicles will not be utilized in any manner to "jump start" a disabled vehicle. B. Use of Push Bumpers Certain Department vehicles are equipped with push bumpers to promote the expedient removal of disabled vehicles that are obstructing. It is the policy of the Orland Park Police Department to utilize these patrol vehicles equipped with push bumpers to relocate certain obstructing vehicles from the roadway in accordance with the following guidelines: 1. Push bumpers will be used only to relocate disabled vehicles that are obstructing traffic to the nearest safe place not obstructing traffic (parking lot, parking area along curb, and side streets, etc.); 2. Push bumpers are not to be used to push vehicles for a long distance or used to attempt to push start a stalled vehicle; 3. Push Bumpers are not to be used to push vehicles that have an obstruction to free movement of any tire. (Locked brakes, broken wheel mounts, damage from accidents, etc.) and, 4. Disabled vehicles are to be pushed slowly and cautiously, with the pushed vehicle gear shift in neutral and steered/controlled by a driver. 5. Push bumper and bumper of pushed vehicle must match, any vehicle with a bumper that is too high will not be pushed with any Department vehicle; 6. The only vehicles to be pushed will be cars and vehicles with a maximum vehicle registered weight of 8,000 pounds or less; 7. Abuse of the proper use of the push bumpers could result in damage to the vehicles and/or disciplinary action. C. Information and directions. Personnel shall freely and courteously provide information and directions when asked, and shall remain familiar with various services and facilities available to help motorists, such as 24 hour gasoline stations, 24 hour restaurants, local hotels, etc. D. Transportation. Field personnel may, with supervisory approval, transport stranded motorists to the nearest convenient location where assistance may be obtained. E. Mechanical Assistance and Towing Service. 1. Anytime an officer encounters a motorist who requires the services of a tow company, the officer will all reasonable attempts to assist the motorist in placing a call from any nearby phone in the field. In the event it is impossible or impractical for the motorist to make the call the officer will; a. Check with the motorist to ascertain if he has a preference for a local service station and request the communications dispatcher to make notification. b. If the motorist has no preference, or the service station cannot provide timely service, the officer will advise the motorist that the c. Department has arrangements with local tow companies to provide services. d. If the motorist has no preference the officer will advise the communications dispatcher to contact the tow service next on the tow service rotation list. 2. When an officer finds that a vehicle is left unattended upon a street or highway in violation of any of the provisions regulating stopping, standing or parking AND constitutes a definite hazard or obstruction to normal movement of traffic, such officer is authorized to move such vehicle, or require the driver to move the vehicle, to a position off the road in accordance with the provisions set forth in General Order

130 Procedure # , Motor Vehicle Towing Procedures. F. Protection for Stranded Motorists. 1. Stranded motorists should not be left unattended when they appear to be exposed to hazardous situations. Due consideration shall be afforded stranded motorists for factors that contribute to hazardous conditions such as location, time of day or night, weather, and current priority of calls for service. When circumstances preclude remaining with a motorist's vehicle, flares should be placed to warn traffic and provide reasonable safety until the problem can be resolved. 2. Field personnel who assist stranded motorists should remain alert for the following possibilities: a. The vehicle in the motorists' possession has not been authorized for their use. b. The vehicle is in an unsafe operating condition. c. The motorist is incapable of safely operating the vehicle. d. The vehicle's occupants have engaged in recent criminal activity. 3. Field personnel who assist stranded motorists will communicate this to the Communications Center so an incident report number can be assigned. 4. Motorists residing within a reasonable distance may, with the approval of the officer's supervisor, be transported to their residences. a. If the motorist to be transported is of the opposite sex, the Communications Center is to be advised of the beginning and ending odometer reading as well as the motorist's address b. If assistance cannot be obtained for the motorists, they may be transported to the lobby of the police department where a telephone is available. 5. During adverse weather conditions, Department personnel shall make an effort to transport or arrange for transportation for persons who are stranded. G. Emergency Motorist Services. 1. Officers will notify communications immediately of any emergency situation and take appropriate action. 2. Provide first aid. a. Personnel who encounter medical emergencies are expected to provide reasonable assistance within their capabilities to preserve life or protect property. Personnel shall notify the Communications Center to send paramedics to the scene of medical emergencies. b. Department personnel are not permitted to escort civilian vehicles to emergency health facilities. 3. Obtain fire assistance. 4. Utilize the fire extinguisher in the patrol car, when necessary CORRECTION OF HIGHWAY HAZARDS A. During normal patrol activities, Department personnel must remain alert for unsafe or hazardous conditions on the roadways. Hazardous roadway conditions that may be encountered include, but are not limited to: 1. Debris on the roadway. 2. Defects in the roadway itself. 3. Lack of, or defects in, highway safety features.

131 Procedure # Lack of, improper, visually obstructed, damaged, or nonworking mechanical traffic control devices or informational signs. 5. Lack of or defective roadway lighting systems. 6. Disabled, abandoned or parked vehicles on the roadway. B. Upon discovering an unsafe or hazardous condition on the roadway, Department personnel shall take appropriate action which includes, but is not limited to: 1. Notifying the appropriate agency via the Communications Center. 2. Providing traffic control as needed. 3. Protecting the scene as appropriate. 4. Immediately rectifying the situation where feasible TOWING OF VEHICLE PROCEDURES A. A procedure governing the towing of motor vehicles by Orland Park Police Officers is found in General Order 61.5., Motor Vehicle Towing Procedures TRAFFIC SAFETY EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS A. The Department distributes educational materials on traffic safety, laws and regulations, drunk driving prevention, seat belt/child restraint information, railroad crossing safety, pedestrian safety, bike/motorcycle safety, and traffic safety programs to the public. The purpose of these traffic educational materials is to enhance public understanding of safety programs, and to support traffic enforcement efforts. With the ultimate goal being voluntary compliance with traffic laws and regulations. B. The materials may be distributed by personnel during public appearances or the materials may be distributed by personnel working at the front desk upon request. 1. The lobby display rack contains these materials or additional information may be obtained from the Traffic Safety Unit.

132 Procedure # Title: HAZARDOUS MATERIAL INCIDENT Procedure: Date Issued: MAY 01, 2002 Reviewed: October 2014 PURPOSE: To provide guidelines for hazardous material control. POLICY: Explosives, nonflammable and combustible liquids, gases, oxidizing materials, corrosive and disease causing agents that are stored or transported are a potential risk to both life and property. It is the goal of the Police Department to minimize the adverse effects of these hazardous materials upon the community. PROCEDURE: RESPONSIBILITY The Fire Department will be responsible for the investigation, control, removal, and reporting of hazardous material incidents to the appropriate state and federal agencies. The Police Department is responsible for the investigation and reporting of traffic accidents involving hazardous materials. The Police Department will provide other such assistance, to the Fire Department, as may be required to ensure the continuing safety and well being of the community. HAZARDOUS MATERIAL IDENTIFICATION This is usually accomplished directly or indirectly by the descriptive data in shipping documents, container markings, package labels, and vehicle placards. If this information is not readily obtainable due to an incapacitated driver or destruction of a bill of lading or other shipping papers, immediately contact the Chemical Transportation Emergency Center (CHEMTREC) CHEMTREC provides technical expertise in handling hazardous material emergencies. CHEMTREC also provides additional phone numbers for emergencies such as accidental poisoning. FIRST OFFICER RESPONSE Officers should not enter into the area of a spillage or leak. Relay the following information to the Communications Center: Type of incident (railway, highway, factory); Basic description (explosion, fire, etc.); Exact location;

133 Procedure # Name of hazardous material and class; Quantity involved. Without risk of exposure or injury to the officer, an attempt to rescue persons in the hazard area should be made. Avoid inhalation of all gases, fumes, and smoke. Stand upwind of scene. Detour all traffic around the scene. Avoid the use of flares. Traffic cones and barricades are preferred for traffic control. 6. Stop all unauthorized personnel from entering the scene. NOTIFICATION The communication s operator shall immediately notify the following when advised of a hazardous material incident: The Fire Department. Additional personnel as requested by the watch commander. Chief of Police. EVACUATION The evacuation of persons and protection of property should be the first priority in an effected area. Careful thought should be given to what danger or hazard is posed to the people living or working in the immediate area or its proximity. To determine the proper course of action, a number of factors must be taken into account, including weather conditions, population and traffic patterns. The decision to evacuate will be made by the ranking police and fire officials on the scene. The evacuation area may be enlarged as conditions change and time permits. Every effort shall be made to prevent outsiders and nonessential personnel from entering the evacuated area until an all clear is given by the Fire Department. To the greatest extent possible, this will be accomplished through road blocks and police patrols. EMERGENCY FIRST AID Segregate and detain those who have possibly been in contact with the hazardous materials until they can be examined. Obtain names and addresses of those involved. Remove the injured from the area of the accident with as little contact as possible. Hold them at a transfer point. Take measures necessary to save life, but only carry out that first aid necessary to preserve life until medical help arrives.

134 Procedure # If the officer comes in contact with any of the suspected dangerous material, medical assistance should be sought immediately. If clothing becomes contaminated seek medical assistance for proper disposal.

135 Procedure # Title: TOWING VEHICLES Procedure: Date Issued: MAY 01, 2002 Reviewed: October 2014 PURPOSE: To provide guidelines for the towing, safeguarding and disposing of vehicles. To establish guidelines for the inventory of property from vehicles searched incident to a custodial arrest. POLICY: Officers are encouraged to provide assistance to motorists when the need arises for towing services, and institute enforcement action when they observe illegally parked vehicles, traffic obstructions and abandoned vehicles or when towing a vehicle incident to an arrest. The towing of vehicles from Village streets is done in accordance with applicable State statutes and Village ordinances PROCEDURE GENERAL GUIDELINES 1. When a vehicle left unattended upon a street or highway is found in violation of any of the provisions regulating stopping, standing, or parking, and constitutes a definite hazard or obstruction to normal movement of traffic, officers may remove such vehicle, or require the driver or other person in charge of the vehicle to remove it from the roadway. 2. Officers may, with watch commander approval remove and/or impound or cause to be removed promptly to an authorized impound yard or other place of safety, any vehicle found upon a street or highway under the following circumstances: A report has been made that the vehicle was stolen or taken without the owner's consent; or The vehicle is so disabled as to constitute an obstruction to traffic and the person in charge of the vehicle is unable to provide for its custody or prompt removal i.e., motor vehicle crashes; or The driver of the vehicle is taken into custody by the Police Department and the vehicle would be left unattended upon the street. Removal of the vehicle is necessary in the interest of public safety because of fire, flood, storm, snow, or other emergency reasons. 3. For every vehicle towed or impounded, a Motor Vehicle Impoundment and Inventory report will be completed unless the tow was by owners request. 4 All vehicles towed or impounded shall be checked through LEADS and NCIC. All vehicles towed without owner notification shall be entered into LEADS as towed/impounded.

136 Procedure # Officers shall report to their immediate supervisor the name of any tow company who either renders poor service or is incapable of providing quality service because of inadequate equipment or personnel. CUSTODIAL ARREST 1. Following a custodial arrest, the officer will determine if the arrestee s vehicle is to be impounded. If it is, the officer will: Request permission from the watch commander. Request that a tow truck be dispatched to the location. Perform an inventory search of the vehicle, including the glove compartment, any unlocked containers, and the trunk. A Motor Vehicle Impoundment and Inventory report will be completed. Items of value that are not a component part of the vehicle will be listed on a Property Evidence report and placed into evidence if the owner is unable to properly secure them. Examples of valuable items are: wallets, purses, portable stereos, money, jewelry, expensive clothing. If contraband or evidence of a crime is found, a separate Property Evidence report will be completed for these items. 2. When an officer makes a custodial arrest, and the vehicle is not to be towed or impounded, the officer may have the vehicle legally parked and locked near the scene of the arrest. The arresting officer will notify communications where the vehicle will be parked and document its location in the incident report and on the Lock Up report. If the driver does not wish to leave his vehicle, or if in the officer s opinion the driver is not mentally responsible or the vehicle cannot be safely parked off the roadway so as not to cause a hazard, the officer will have the vehicle towed. MOTORIST ASSIST 1. Anytime an officer encounters a motorist who requires the services of a tow company, the officer will: Check with the motorist to ascertain if he has a preference for a local tow company and request the radio operator to make notification. Advise the motorist that if their choice of a tow company cannot provide timely service, and the vehicle presents a hazard, the Department has arrangements with local tow companies to provide services. The motorist shall have the opportunity to select the Tow Company desired from those authorized by the Department to tow vehicles. If the motorist has no preference the officer will advise the radio operator to contact the tow service next on the list.

137 Procedure # While awaiting the arrival of the tow truck, the officer will provide protection for the disabled vehicle by either having a police unit, equipped with a push bar, push the vehicle to a safe location or, position his vehicle, with emergency lights activated, between the disabled vehicle and other traffic. The officer will remain in such position until a tow truck arrives or if the officer feels his presence is not necessary, he may place safety flares behind the disabled vehicle and resume patrol. Communications should be advised of the location and pending arrival of services for the disabled vehicle. If necessary and time permits, the officer will provide transportation for the motorist and passengers to a place of safety. WRECKED, NON-OPERATING and ABANDONED VEHICLES 1. No person shall abandon any vehicle within the Village and no person shall leave any vehicle at any place within the Village for such a time and under such circumstances as to cause such vehicle reasonably to appear to have been abandoned. 2. No person shall leave any partially dismantled, non-operating, wrecked, or junked vehicle on any street or highway within the Village. 3. Any vehicle in a state of disrepair rendering the vehicle incapable of being safely driven or one that does not have a current annual vehicle license and tag purchased for it and attached thereto (except vehicles for sale by new and used motor vehicle dealers and vehicle repair shops); or other vehicles that have not been removed or used for 48 consecutive hours or more, are considered to be abandoned. 4. A police officer who observes a vehicle which is wrecked, non-operating or abandoned as defined above will: Make an attempt to contact the registered owner to have the vehicle moved. Initiate an Abandoned Vehicle Information report indicating the location of the abandoned vehicle, a full description of the vehicle including any license information or municipal sticker number, and any owner information obtained. 5. The report will then be forwarded to the Shift supervisor or his designee, for investigation. 6. A police officer towing an abandoned vehicle will complete a Motor Vehicle Impoundment and Inventory report. The Chief of Police or his designee Will be responsible for maintaining a liaison with the tow companies and processing all Motor Vehicle Impoundment and Inventory reports. If all attempts to contact the owner fail, the vehicle will be disposed of according to law. RELEASING IMPOUNDED VEHICLES

138 Procedure # All vehicles, which are impounded and indicated as eligible for release, may be released to the owner or his agent upon showing proof of ownership. 2. Vehicles, which are impounded and indicated as NOT eligible for release, may not be released without a Towed Vehicle Release Order authorized by the officer in charge of the case, or a supervisor.

139 Procedure # ORDER NUMBER: SUBJECT: RESPIRATORY PROTECTION EFFECTIVE DATE: 1 October 2003 AUTHORITY: Chief Joe Miller REVIEW DATE: 1 March 2010 Reviewed: October 2014 REVIEWER: Unit Supervisor; Training Development and Review INDEX AS: Respirator Selection Protocol Administration of Respiratory Protection Program Medical Evaluation Procedures Fit Testing Protocols Use of Respirator Respiratory Protection Training Record Keeping Requirements Program Evaluation PURPOSE: The purpose of this General Order is to establish guidelines for the development, implementation and maintenance of a respiratory protection program for employees of the Palos Park Police Department. This order shall set forth specific procedures and protocols for required respirator use. POLICY STATEMENT: The Department will continue to make every effort to supply members with safe and effective equipment that will enable them to provide professional police service in most situations and environments. While it is more important than ever for officers to be committed to the safety of the community they serve, officers must also understand the limitations of the equipment that is available to them. The respirator equipment (APR) provided for in this program is intended to protect members in limited and temporary conditions and as a means of escape only. A particulate filtering mask (N-95) is also issued to all sworn personnel. Procedures governing the use of the particulate mask are covered in the order 84.3, RESPONDING TO SUSPICIOUS PACKAGES AND LETTER

140 Procedure # (Biological Agents). DEFINITIONS: Air-purifying respirator (APR): A device designed to protect the user by employing filters or sorbents to remove harmful substances from the air. Air-purifying respirators DO NOT supply oxygen and MUST NOT be used in oxygen deficient atmospheres or in environments where substances immediately dangerous to life and health may be encountered. Air-purifying respirators are designed to protect the wearer for short periods ONLY. Atmosphere-supplying respirator: a respirator that admits breathing air to the face piece only when a negative pressure is created inside the face piece by inhalation. Canister or Cartridge: a container with a filter, sorbent, or catalyst, or combination of these items, which removes specific contaminants from the air passed through the container. Employee exposure: exposure to a concentration of an airborne contaminant that would occur if the employee were not using respiratory protection. Escape-only respirator: a respirator intended to be used only for emergency exit. Fit factor: a quantitative estimate of the fit of a particular respirator to a specific individual, and typically estimates the ratio of the concentration pf a substance in ambient air to its concentration inside the respirator when worn. Fit test: the use of a protocol to qualitatively or quantitatively evaluate the fit of a respirator on an individual. Immediately dangerous to life (IDLH): an atmosphere that poses an immediate threat to life, would cause irreversible adverse health effects, or would impair an individual s ability to escape from a dangerous atmosphere. Licensed Health Care Professional (LHCP): includes medical doctor, registered nurse, paramedic or EMT. Qualitative fit test (QLFT): a pass/fail test to assess the adequacy of respirator fit that relies on the individual s response to a test agent. Quantitative fit test (QNFT): an assessment of respirator fit by numerically measuring the amount of leakage into the respirator. Service life: the period of time that a respirator, filter or sorbent, or other respiratory equipment provides adequate protection to the wearer. User seal check: an action conducted by the respirator user to determine if the respirator is properly seated to the face. ORDER: RESPIRATOR SELECTION PROTOCOL A. The Palos Park Police Department will select and provide an appropriate respirator that is adequate to protect the health of the employee and ensure compliance with all OSHA statutory and regulatory requirements.

141 Procedure # The Department will evaluate potential respiratory hazard(s) that officers maybe exposed to; identify relevant factors, and base respirator selection on these factors. The following considerations shall be taken into account; a. Correctly matching the respirator with the reasonably foreseen potential hazard and the officer s assignment, b. Consideration of the unit s effectiveness to reduce exposure to the officer under all reasonably foreseen conditions, c. Choosing a device, which will allow officers to perform their duties with the least amount of physical burden. d. Any device selected shall be a NIOSH-certified respirator and will be used in compliance with the conditions of its certification. 2. In efforts to select an appropriate respirator the Department will consider any available information from other sources such as, a. State and federal emergency management agencies, b. State, federal and local fire service personnel, c. Other law enforcement agencies, including the U.S. Justice Department and the Illinois State Police. 3. Respirators for IDLH atmospheres. a. Any APR respirator provided to personnel is intended only for escape from IDLH atmospheres. b. Specially trained members of the Special Response Team may be issued an atmospheresupplying respirator ADMINISTRATION OF RESPIRATORY PROTECTION PROGRAM A. The Training, Development and Review supervisor is designated to administer the Respiratory Protection Program MEDICAL EVALUATIN PROCEDURES. A. Prior to being issued an APR, employees shall complete a medical evaluation questionnaire (Appendix A). The questionnaire will be forwarded directly to the designated LHCP for review as required by OSHA/IDOL Standard. 1. The Midwest Environmental Medicine office is designated as the LHCP for the purposes of the Respiratory Protection Program. 2. The Department provides a periodic medical evaluation for each sworn employee through the Midwest Environmental Medicine office in accordance with the procedures of the Physical Fitness Program (General Order Section 1 MEDICAL EXAMINATIONS).

142 Procedure # a. This periodic medical evaluation, along with the review of the medical questionnaire, will be used by the LHCP to evaluate the employee s ability to use a respirator, before the employee is required to use the respirator in the field. 3. If the LHCP determines a medical condition of an employee may restrict their ability to safely wear a respirator, the LHCP will provide for the a follow-up contact with the employee. 4. After consulting with the employee, the determining physician will then communicate the findings, regarding the employee s ability to safely wear and use the APR, to the Chief of Police. B. Records of medical evaluations required by this section must be completed and retained in accordance with OSHA/IDOL Standards FIT TESTING PROTOCOLS A. Prior to the use of any respirator in the field, employees will be fit tested with the same make, model, style and size of respirator that will be used. The primary purpose for fit testing is to identify the specific respirator, best suited for each individual user. Fit testing procedures will be performed in a manner to reinforce respirator training by having wearers review proper methods of donning and wearing this equipment. 1. The Department shall establish a record of the qualitative and/or quantitative fit test administered to each employee issued a respirator to include; a. The name or identification of the employee tested; b. Type of fit test performed; c. Specific make, model, style, and size of the respirator tested; d. Date of the fit test; and e. The pass/fail results for QLFTs or the fit factor and data of the test results for QNFTs. B. Fit Testing Procedures All fit testing procedures shall be facilitated by a specially trained individual and done in accordance with the Fit Testing Procedure requirements found in the OSHA/IDOL Standards (29 CFR App A). C. All employees issued a respirator shall be fit tested prior to initial use in the field and annually thereafter USE OF RESPIRATOR A. Respirator Equipment Issued. 1. All sworn employees will be issued and personally assigned the following equipment as part of the Department Respiratory Protection Program; One Avon FM 12 Respirator with harness One Avon filter canister

143 Procedure # One carrying pouch One User handbook 2. Use of prescription eyewear (glasses or contacts) is not recommended for use with an APR Respirator. Personnel who wear prescription corrective eyewear, to correct their normal vision, will be provided with monocle inserts for the issued respirator. These individuals will be provided prescription eyeglass for the monocle through an optometrist chosen by the Department, at no cost to the individual. a. Personnel who require monocle inserts for corrective lenses in their respirator will make arrangements through the program administrator for production of the inserts to their prescription. Note: This Avon equipment is intended solely as an escape only respirator. 3. The Department is equipped with a limited supply of atmosphere-supplying respirator (SCBA) equipment issued only to specially trained officers of the Special Response Team. 1) The Department SCBA equipment shall be stored in the Special Response Team equipment area 2) The maintenance and operational readiness of this equipment shall be the responsibility of the Special Response Team Leader, or designee. 3) Only specially trained Special Response Team members will use this equipment. B. Individually Assigned (Avon) Equipment Availability 1. All sworn personnel are firmly advised to have their respirator equipment immediately accessible to them at all times. 2. Personnel shall carry respirator equipment appropriately on their person under the following conditions; a. When directed by the Chief of Police, or designee, or b. When the United States Office of Homeland Security issues a warning in accordance with the Color Coded Advisory System as follows; 1) Condition Red (Severe) C. Respirator Storage, Maintenance, and Service Life Issues. 1. Storage of Respirator Individually assigned officers shall be responsible for the storage and readiness of their respirator equipment at all times. Officers shall follow the storage guidelines provided in the user handbook to assure equipment readiness and effectiveness. 2. Service Life Issues Canisters are issued in factory sealed plastic bags. The canister is to remain sealed in the bag until needed. The normal service life of the canister sealed in the bag is ten (10) years. Once the canister is removed from the sealed bag the service life is reduced to approximately one (1) year) 3. Maintenance and Inspection

144 Procedure # Employees shall be responsible for cleaning the respirator after each use and replacing filter canisters when necessary. 2. Cleaning will be done in accordance with the procedures found in the handbook and discussed in training. D. Limitations on Respirator Use 1. The Avon FM 12 respirator shall not be used for firefighting or other oxygen deficient environments. 2. The Avon FM 12 respirator is intended primarily for uses as a means of emergency escape in an incident involving nuclear, biological, or chemical hazards. E Use of Respirators 1. Whenever sworn employees reasonably believe that an imminent threat of a nuclear, biological, or chemical nature exists they should remove the respirator and canister from the carrying case, remove the canister from the sealed bag and affix it to the respirator. They should then put on the respirator. 2. After putting the respirator on, the employee should ensure that a proper seal exists by performing a negative pressure test as demonstrated in training. 3. Employees should then, as soon as reasonably possible, remove themselves from the environment of the threat and not remove the respirator until they are reasonably sure that they are no longer in the threatened environment. 4. Employees must maintain the seal of the respirator in the event they are unable to immediately remove themselves, until the incident is resolved or they are able to escape RESPIRTORY PROTECTION TRAINING A. The Program Administrator shall develop and implement a training program that will be attended by all employees issued a respirator, initially and annually thereafter or more frequently, if necessary. Commented [BH1]: 1. The training program will include the following information; a. Demonstrations and practical exercises of methods for donning and adjusting respirators. b. Discussion of the capabilities and limitations of issued respirators. c. Inspection/testing of issued respirators for proper fit and seal. d. Maintenance and storage of respirators. e. Recognizing medical signs and symptoms that may limit or prevent the effective use of a respirator. 2. Refresher training shall be conducted on an annual basis RECORD KEEPING REQUIREMENTS

145 Procedure # A. The Administrator will establish and retain written information regarding medical evaluations, fit testing, and the respirator program. The record keeping practice is designed to facilitate the involvement of employees in the program, assist the Department in the evaluation of the effectiveness and adequacy of the program and provide a record for compliance with OSHA/IDOL Standards PROGRAM EVALUATION The Respiratory Protection Program will be evaluated on an annual basis to determine the effectiveness of the program. The Program Administrator will be responsible for conducting the evaluation and recommending modifications to the program. RESPIRATORY PROTECTION PROGRAM Palos Park Police Department It shall be the policy of the Palos Park Police Department to provide officers with guidelines for the use and care of full-face respirators made available to them by the department. This equipment is to enable officers to escape from a contaminated area during a weapon of mass destruction event. This level of protection is specifically for use outside of an identified contaminated Hot Zone Area. This directive consists of the following numbered sections: General Policy Statements Definitions Selection of Respirators Administration of Respiratory Protection Program Medical Evaluations Fit Testing Procedures Use of Respirators Maintenance and Inspection Training Program Evaluation Recordkeeping I. GENERAL POLICY STATEMENTS It is the policy of the Palos Park Police Department to provide for the protection of members in an incident involving nuclear, biological or chemical weapons. All sworn personnel and all civilian personnel assigned to patrol duties shall be issued an APR respirator and filtering canister, for use in any incident where it is suspected that a nuclear, biological or chemical weapon has been used. All personnel will follow the procedures taught at issuance when using the respirator. In addition, the manufacturer s user handbook will be read by all personnel receiving the respirator as issued equipment.

146 Procedure # For respirators maintained for emergency use, the Respiratory Program Administrator must: 1. Certify the respirator by documenting date of inspection, name of inspector, findings, remedial action, and a serial number or other means of identifying the inspected respirator; and 2. Provide this information on a tag or label attached to the respirator storage compartment, kept with the respirator, or included with inspection reports stored as paper or electronic reports. It is the responsibility of the recipient of this equipment to maintain it in a clean and good working order and to report, to their immediate supervisor, any problems with the equipment or personal conditions that may affect their ability to use such equipment safely. DEFINITIONS Air Purifying Respirator (APR) A respirator to be used in toxic environments where the breathable level of oxygen is known to be sufficient. Air-purifying respirators are designed to protect the wearer for short periods ONLY. Assigned Protection Factor (APF) The workplace level of respiratory protection that a respirator or class of respirators is expected to provide to employees when the employer implements a continuing, effective respiratory protection program. Canister or Cartridge A container with a filter, sorbent, or catalyst, or combination of these items, which removes specific contaminants from the air passed through the container. Emergency Situation Any occurrence such as, but not limited to, equipment failure, rupture of containers, or failure of control equipment that may or does result in an uncontrolled significant release of an airborne contaminant. Employee Exposure Exposure to a concentration of an airborne contaminant that would occur if the employee were not using respiratory protection. End-of-Service-Life Indicator (ESLI) A system that warns the respirator user of the approach of the end of adequate respiratory protection, for example, that the sorbent is approaching saturation or is no longer effective. Escape-Only Respirator Means a respirator intended to be used only for emergency exit. Fit Factor A quantitative estimate of the fit of a particular respirator to a specific individual and typically estimates the ratio of the concentration of a substance in ambient air to its concentration inside the respirator when worn.

147 Procedure # Fit Test A test to ensure that an issued respirator is the proper size for the wearer and that an air tight seal is achieved between their face and the respirator in order to determine a correct respirator size and fit. Immediately Dangerous to Life or Health (IDLH) An atmosphere that poses an immediate threat to life, would cause irreversible adverse health effects, or would impair an individual s ability to escape from a dangerous atmosphere. Maximum Use Concentration (MUC) The maximum atmospheric concentration of a hazardous substance from which an employee can be expected to be protected when wearing a respirator, and is determined by the assigned protection factor of the respirator or class of respirators and the exposure limit of the hazardous substance. The MUC can be determined mathematically by multiplying the assigned protection factor specified for a respirator by the required OSHA permissible exposure limit, short-term exposure limit, or ceiling limit. When no OSHA exposure limit is available for a hazardous substance, an employer must determine an MUC on the basis of relevant available information and informed judgment. Oxygen Deficient Atmosphere An atmosphere with oxygen content below 19.5% by volume. Physician or Other Licensed Health Care Professional (PLHCP) Means an individual whose legally permitted scope of practice (i.e., license, registration, or certification) allows him or her to independently provide, or be delegated the responsibility to provide some or all of the health care services required under Section V of this policy. Program Administrator The administrator of the Respiratory Protection Program. Qualitative Fit Test (QLFT) A pass/fail test to assess the adequacy of respirator fit that relies on the individual s response to a test agent. Quantitative Fit Test (QNFT) An assessment of respirator fit by numerically measuring the amount of leakage into the respirator. Service Life The period of time that a respirator, filter or sorbent, or other respiratory equipment provides adequate protection to the wearer. User Seal Check An action conducted by the respirator user to determine if the respirator is properly seated to the face. SELECTION OF RESPIRATORS The Department selected the AVON FM-12 Air-Purifying Respirator. This respirator is also widely used by the military for respiratory protection and with the issued canister will protect the wearer from nuclear, biological, and chemical respiratory threats for a limited amount of time. If air-purifying respirators are used, then the respirator must be equipped with an End-of-Service-Life Indicator (ESLI) or a filter change schedule must be implemented. This filter change schedule must be based on objective information and described in the respirator program.

148 Procedure # For protection against gases and vapors, either atmosphere-supplying respirators or air-purifying respirators must be provided. If air-purifying respirators are used, they must be equipped with filters certified by NIOSH 42 CFR Part 84. Their use will be in accordance with NIOSH 42 CFR Part 84 and according to the NIOSH Respirator Decision Logic Sequence and NIOSH Flow Chart. Assigned Protection Factors (APFs) Must use APFs listed in Table 1 (see below) to select a respirator that meets or exceeds the required level of employee protection. When using a combination respirator, e.g. airline respirators with an air-purifying filter, employers must ensure that the APF is appropriate to the mode of operation in which the respirator is being used. Table 1 - Assigned Protection Factors 5 Type of Respirator 1, 2 Quarter mask Half mask Full facepiece Helmet/ hood Loosefitting facepiece Air-Purifying Respirator Powered Air-Purifying Respirator , /1, Notes: (PAPR) Supplied-Air Respirator (SAR) or Airline Respirator Demand mode Continuous Flow mode Pressure-demand or other positivepressure mode Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) Demand mode Pressure-demand or other positivepressure mode (e.g., open/closed circuit) ,000 1, , /1, , Employers may select respirators assigned for use in higher workplace concentrations of a hazardous substance for use at lower concentrations of that substance, or when required respirator use is independent of concentration. 2 The assigned protection factors in Table 1 are only effective when the employer implements a continuing, effective respirator program as required by this section (29 CFR ), including training, fit testing, maintenance, and use requirements. 3 This APF category includes filtering facepieces, and half masks with elastomeric facepieces. 4 The employer must have evidence provided by the respirator manufacturer that testing of these respirators demonstrates performance at a level of protection of 1,000 or greater to receive an APF of 1,000. This level of performance can best be demonstrated by performing a WPF or SWPF study or equivalent testing. Absent such testing, all other PAPRs and SARs with helmets/hoods are to be treated as loose-fitting facepiece respirators, and receive an APF of These APFs do not apply to respirators used solely for escape. For escape respirators used in association with specific substances covered by 29 CFR 1910 subpart Z, employers must refer to the

149 Procedure # appropriate substance-specific standards in that subpart. Escape respirators for other IDLH atmospheres are specified by 29 CFR (d) (2) (ii). Maximum Use Concentration (MUC) The employer must select a respirator for employee use that maintains the employee s exposure to the hazardous substance, when measured outside the respirator, at or below the MUC. Employers must not apply MUCs to conditions that are IDLH; instead, they must use respirators listed in section V. A. 2. a. of this policy. When the calculated MUC exceeds the IDLH level for a hazardous substance or the performance limits of the cartridge or canister, then employers must set the maximum MUC at the lower limit. IV. ADMINISTRATION OF RESPIRATORY PROTECTION PROGRAM The department [Insert title here] is designated to administer the Respiratory Protection Program. MEDICAL EVALUATIONS Using a respirator may place a physiological burden on employees that varies with the type of respirator worn, the job, and workplace conditions in which the respirator is used, and the medical status of the employee. Prior to the issuing of an APR Respirator, to any employee, a medical evaluation questionnaire (Appendix 1) will be completed by the employee. The evaluation form will contain the mandatory OSHA questions. Each evaluation form will be completed and turned over to the Program Administrator who will handle the information in a confidential manner. In addition, the Program Administrator will complete a Medical Evaluation Supplemental Information Form (See Appendix 2) for each employee. The Program Administrator will then submit both forms to a licensed healthcare professional (LHCP) for review, as required by OSHA Regulation 29 CFR (e) (1) through (e) (7) and Appendix C of same. If the PLHCP needs to clarify any question, he/she will contact the employee directly. If the PLHCP feels a medical condition of the employee may restrict their ability to safely wear and use a respirator, the employee must submit to further examination. After consulting with the employee, the physician will then be requested to communicate their findings with the Chief of Police regarding the employee s ability to safely wear and use the respirator. All employees who have passed the medical evaluation must be fit-tested according to OSHA standards and guidelines. The medical evaluation questionnaire and PLHCP s report will be maintained, on file, with the Administration Department for the Village of Palos Park. The Palos Park Police Department will, if an employee is not able to wear the respirator, per the physician, that employee will be removed from any contaminated Hot Zone Area and reassigned to a safe zone by the shift supervisor. FIT-TESTING PROCEDURES

150 Procedure # At the time of initial issuance and thereafter on an annual basis, a respirator fit-test shall be used to determine the ability of each member to obtain a satisfactory fit with the issued APR, as required by OSHA Regulation 29 CFR (f) (1) through (f) (8) (iii) and Appendix A of same. Fit testing will be conducted by a trained employee within the department. Fit testing will be conducted using the qualitative method. A written record of the fit-test will be completed (Appendix 3) and maintained by the Program Administrator of the Respiratory Protection Program. Any facial hair must not come between the sealing surfaces of the face piece or interfere with the valve function. In order to meet this OSHA requirement, sideburns that extend to the sealing surface are prohibited, as well as any mustaches which extend beyond the lip line. Beards and goatees are prohibited as well. USE OF RESPIRATORS Each sworn officer, and civilian assigned to patrol duties, will be issued the following equipment: One Avon FM-12 Respirator One NBC & Toxic Agent Filter Canister One Canvass bag Use of Prescription Eyewear Use of prescription eyeglasses is not recommended for use with an APR Respirator. Personnel who wear prescription eyeglasses, to correct their normal vision, will be provided with monocle inserts for the respirator that have been made to the individual s eyewear prescription by an optometrist of the Department s choosing, at no cost to the individual. Personnel who need monocle inserts for their respirators will make arrangement with the Program Administrator for production of the inserts to their prescription. Whenever an employee reasonably believes that an imminent threat of a nuclear, biological, or chemical nature exists they should put on the respirator along with the canister that was provided with it. Canisters are to remain in their sealed bag until needed. The normal shelf life of a canister in a sealed bag is 10 years. Once the canister has been removed from the sealed bag, the shelf life is reduced to approximately 1 year. After putting the respirator on, the employee should ensure that is has a proper seal by performing a negative pressure test as demonstrated in training, as required by OSHA Regulation 29 CFR (g) (1) (iii) and Appendix B-1 of same, or procedures recommended by the respirator manufacturer that the employer demonstrates are as effective as those in Appendix B-1. If possible, employees should remove themselves from the area of the threat before taking off the respirator. If the employee is unable to be removed from the threat area, it is imperative that the respirator remains intact and properly seals the face throughout the duration of the incident. Palos Park utilizes the Color Coded Advisory System used by the US DHS below: Condition Green (Normal) and Condition Blue (Guarded): carrying of respirators is discretionary on the part of the employee. Condition Yellow (Significant risk of a terrorism attack, but no specific threat): which the United States has been operating under most of the time since September 11, The carrying of respirators is left to the discretion of the individual. Condition Orange (High risk of terrorist attack. A credible threat to the State of Illinois has been identified): All personnel who have been issued a respirator will include the respirator in the equipment the individual carries in their assigned vehicle. Condition Red (Severe risk of terrorist attack. An incident of Weapons of Mass Destruction has already occurred in Illinois or an attempt is imminent): All personnel who have been issued a respirator will carry it on their person while on duty until further notice.

151 Procedure # Department personnel may be required to carry the respirator at other times when directed by supervisory personnel. VIII. MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION Cleaning Employees shall be responsible for cleaning the respirator after each use and replacing the filters when necessary. Cleaning will be done according to the procedures set forth in the training conducted for the Respiratory Protection Program. Documentation For respirators maintained for emergency use, the Respiratory Program Administrator must: certify the respirator by documenting date of inspection, name of inspector, findings, remedial action, and a serial number or other means of identifying the inspected respirator; and provide this information on a tag or label attached to the respirator storage compartment, kept with the respirator, or included with inspection reports stored as paper or electronic reports. TRAINING All sworn personnel, and civilian personnel assigned to patrol duties, shall be trained prior to using a respirator. Training shall cover the proper use of the respirators, including: The unit s limitations and capabilities. Checking proper fit and seal. Recognizing medical signs and symptoms which may limit or prevent the effective use of the respirator. Putting the respirator on. Putting the canister on the respirator. Taking off the respirator. Storage of the respirator. Proper care and cleaning. Refresher training will be conducted on an annual basis and more often if the Respiratory Protection Program Administrator deems necessary. PROGRAM EVALUATION The Respiratory Protection Program will be evaluated on an annual basis. The purpose of the evaluation will be to determine the effectiveness of the program. The Program Administrator will be responsible for conducting the evaluation and making any changes to the program based on feedback from the evaluation. RECORDKEEPING Retain records of medical evaluations and fit testing results (required by OSHA Regulations 29 CFR and 29 CFR ) for at least 5 years. Retain a written copy of the current respiratory protection program and all previous respiratory protection programs covering the previous 5 years.

152 Procedure # Make all retained written materials available upon written request to affected employees and to the Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL), Division of Safety and Health, for examination and copying according to HIPAA.

153 Procedure # NOTE: 2014 Palos Park Police shall utilize the 3M's Online Respirator Medical Evaluation Service, OSHA Respirator Medical Examination Questionnaire To the employer: Answers to questions in Section 1, and to question 9 in Section 2 of Part A, do not require a medical examination. To the employee: Can you read? (circle one) Yes No Your employer must allow you to answer this questionnaire during normal working hours, or at a time and place that is convenient to you. To maintain your confidentiality, your employer or supervisor must not look at or review your answers, and your employer must tell you how to deliver or send this questionnaire to the health care professional who will review it. Part A. Section 1. (Mandatory) The following information must be provided by every employee who has been selected to use any type of respirator (please print). Today's date: Your name: Your age (to nearest year): Sex (circle one): Male Female Your height: ft. in. Your weight: lbs. Your job title: A phone number where you can be reached by the health care professional who reviews this questionnaire (include the Area Code): The best time to phone you at this number: 10. Has your employer told you how to contact the health care professional who will review this questionnaire? (circle one) Yes No 11. Check the type of respirator you will use (you can check more than one category): a. N, R, or P disposable respirator (filter-mask, non- cartridge type only). b. Other type (for example, half- or full-facepiece type, powered-air purifying, supplied-air, self-contained breathing apparatus). 12. Have you worn a respirator? (circle one) Yes No If "yes," what type(s):

154 Procedure # Part A. Section 2. (Mandatory) Questions 1 through 9 below must be answered by every employee who has been selected to use any type of respirator (please circle "yes" or "no"). Do you currently smoke tobacco, or have you smoked tobacco in the last month? Yes No 2. Have you ever had any of the following conditions? a. Seizures (fits): Yes No b. Diabetes (sugar disease): Yes No c. Allergic reactions that interfere with your breathing: Yes No d. Claustrophobia (fear of closed-in places): Yes No e. Trouble smelling odors: Yes No 3. Have you ever had any of the following pulmonary or lung problems? a. Asbestosis: Yes No b. Asthma: Yes No c. Chronic bronchitis: Yes No d. Emphysema: Yes No e. Pneumonia: Yes No f. Tuberculosis: Yes No g. Silicosis: Yes No h. Pneumothorax (collapsed lung): Yes No i. Lung cancer: Yes No j. Broken ribs: Yes No k. Any chest injuries or surgeries: Yes No l. Any other lung problem that you've been told about: Yes No 4. Do you currently have any of the following symptoms of pulmonary or lung illness? a. Shortness of breath: Yes No b. Shortness of breath when walking fast on level ground or walking up a slight hill or incline: Yes No c. Shortness of breath when walking with other people at an ordinary pace on level ground: Yes No d. Have to stop for breath when walking at your own pace on level ground: Yes No e. Shortness of breath when washing or dressing yourself: Yes No f. Shortness of breath that interferes with your job: Yes No g. Coughing that produces phlegm (thick sputum): Yes No h. Coughing that wakes you early in the morning: Yes No i. Coughing that occurs mostly when you are lying down: Yes No j. Coughing up blood in the last month: Yes No k. Wheezing: Yes No l. Wheezing that interferes with your job: Yes No m. Chest pain when you breathe deeply: Yes No n. Any other symptoms that you think may be related to lung problems: Yes No Have you ever had any of the following cardiovascular or heart problems?

155 Procedure # a. Heart attack: Yes No b. Stroke: Yes No c. Angina: Yes No d. Heart failure: Yes No e. Swelling in your legs or feet (not caused by walking): Yes No f. Heart arrhythmia (heart beating irregularly): Yes No g. High blood pressure: Yes No h. Any other heart problem that you've been told about: Yes No Have you ever had any of the following cardiovascular or heart symptoms? a. Frequent pain or tightness in your chest: Yes No b. Pain or tightness in your chest during physical activity: Yes No c. Pain or tightness in your chest that interferes with your job: Yes No d. In the past two years, have you noticed your heart skipping or missing a beat: Yes No e. Heartburn or indigestion that is not related to eating: Yes No f. Any other symptoms that you think may be related to heart or circulation problems: Yes No Do you currently take medication for any of the following problems? a. Breathing or lung problems: Yes No b. Heart trouble: Yes No c. Blood pressure: Yes No d. Seizures (fits): Yes No If you've used a respirator, have you ever had any of the following problems? (If you've never used a respirator, check the following space and go to question 9:) a. Eye irritation: Yes No b. Skin allergies or rashes: Yes No c. Anxiety: Yes No d. General weakness or fatigue: Yes No e. Any other problem that interferes with your use of a respirator: Yes No Would you like to talk to the health care professional who will review this questionnaire about your answers to this questionnaire? Yes No Questions 10 to 15 below must be answered by every employee who has been selected to use either a full-facepiece respirator or a self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA). Have you ever lost vision in either eye (temporarily or permanently)? Yes No Do you currently have any of the following vision problems? a. Wear contact lenses: Yes No b. Wear glasses: Yes No c. Color blind: Yes No d. Any other eye or vision problem: Yes No Have you ever had an injury to your ears, including a broken ear drum? Yes No

156 Procedure # Do you currently have any of the following hearing problems? a. Difficulty hearing: Yes No b. Wear a hearing aid: Yes No c. Any other hearing or ear problem: Yes No Have you ever had a back injury? Yes No Do you currently have any of the following musculoskeletal problems? a. Weakness in any of your arms, hands, legs, or feet: Yes No b. Back pain: Yes No c. Difficulty fully moving your arms and legs: Yes No d. Pain or stiffness when you lean forward or backward at the waist: Yes No e. Difficulty fully moving your head up or down: Yes No f. Difficulty fully moving your head side to side: Yes No g. Difficulty bending at your knees: Yes No h. Difficulty squatting to the ground: Yes No i. Climbing a flight of stairs or a ladder carrying more than 25 lbs: Yes No j. Any other muscle or skeletal problem that interferes with using a respirator: Yes No Part B: The following have been added to the questionnaire at the discretion of the health care professional who will review the questionnaire. In your present job, are you working at high altitudes (over 5,000 feet) or in a place that has lower than normal amounts of oxygen? Yes No If "yes," do you have feelings of dizziness, shortness of breath, pounding in your chest, or other symptoms when you're working under these conditions? Yes No At work or at home, have you ever been exposed to hazardous solvents, hazardous airborne chemicals (e.g., gases, fumes, or dust), or have you come into skin contact with hazardous chemicals? Yes No If "yes," name the chemicals if you know them: Have you ever worked with any of the materials, or under any of the conditions, listed below?: a. Asbestos: Yes No b. Silica (e.g., in sandblasting): Yes No c. Tungsten/cobalt (e.g., grinding or welding this material): Yes No d. Beryllium: Yes No e. Aluminum: Yes No f. Coal (for example, mining): Yes No g. Iron: Yes No h. Tin: Yes No

157 Procedure # i. Dusty environments: Yes No j. Any other hazardous exposures: Yes No If yes, describe these exposures: List any second jobs or side business you have: 5. List your previous occupations: List your current and previous hobbies: Have you been in the military services? Yes No If "yes," were you exposed to biological or chemical agents (either in training or combat)? Yes No Have you ever worked on a HAZMAT team? Yes No Other than medications for breathing and lung problems, heart trouble, blood pressure, and seizures mentioned earlier in this questionnaire, are you taking any other medications for any reason (including over-the-counter medications)? Yes No If "yes," name the medications if you know them: Will you be using any of the following items with your respirator(s)? a. HEPA Filters: Yes No b. Canisters (for example, gas masks): Yes No c. Cartridges: Yes No How often are you expected to use the respirator(s)? (Circle "yes" or "no" for all answers that apply to you.) a. Escape only (no rescue): Yes No b. Emergency rescue only: Yes No c. Less than 5 hours per week: Yes No d. Less than 2 hours per day: Yes No e. 2 to 4 hours per day: Yes No f. Over 4 hours per day: Yes No During the period you are using the respirator(s), is your work effort: a. Light (less than 200 kcal per hour)? Yes No

158 Procedure # Examples of a light work effort are sitting while writing, typing, drafting, or performing light assembly work; or standing while operating a drill press (1-3 lbs.) or controlling machines. If "yes," how long does this period last during the average shift? hrs. mins. b. Moderate (200 to 350 kcal per hour)? Yes No Examples of moderate work effort are sitting while nailing or filing; driving a truck or bus in urban traffic; standing while drilling, nailing, performing assembly work, or transferring a moderate load (about 35 lbs.) at trunk level; walking on a level surface about 2 mph or down a 5-degree grade about 3 mph; or pushing a wheelbarrow with a heavy load (about 100 lbs.) on a level surface. If "yes," how long does this period last during the average shift? hrs. mins. c. Heavy (above 350 kcal per hour)? Yes No Examples of heavy work are lifting a heavy load (about 50 lbs.) from the floor to your waist or shoulder; working on a loading dock; shoveling; standing while bricklaying or chipping castings; walking up an 8-degree grade about 2 mph; climbing stairs with a heavy load (about 50 lbs.). If "yes," how long does this period last during the average shift? hrs. mins. Will you be wearing protective clothing and/or equipment (other than the respirator) when you re using your respirator? Yes No If "yes," describe this protective clothing and/or equipment: Will you be working under hot conditions (temperature exceeding 77 deg. F)? Yes No Will you be working under humid conditions? Yes No Describe the work you ll be doing while you re using your respirator(s):

159 Procedure # Describe any special or hazardous conditions you might encounter when you re using your respirator(s), i.e., confined spaces, life-threatening gases: Provide the following information, if you know it, for each toxic substance that you ll be exposed to when you re using your respirator(s): Name of the first toxic substance: Estimated maximum exposure level per shift: Duration of exposure per shift: Name of the second toxic substance: Estimated maximum exposure level per shift: Duration of exposure per shift: Name of the third toxic substance: Estimated maximum exposure level per shift: Duration of exposure per shift: The name of any other toxic substances that you ll be exposed to while using your respirator: Describe any special responsibilities you ll have while using your respirator(s) that may affect the safety and well-being of others (for example: rescue, security): Adopted

160 Procedure # SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION FORM Employee: Date: Respirator Information: Type of units: Weight of units: Duration of use: Expected physical work effort: Additional protective clothing and equipment work: Temperature and humidity extreme to be encountered: Note: Include a copy of the written respiratory protection program and OSHA Prepared by: PLHCP that report was given to:

161 Procedure # Conducted at and by the Orland Park Police Department RESPIRATOR FIT TEST RECORD A. Employee Name: Date: ID No. B. Employer Name: Location/Address: C. Respirator Selected: Make: Model: Style: Size: Fit Checks: Negative Pressure 9 Pass 9 Fail 9 Not Done Positive Pressure 9 Pass 9 Fail 9 Not Done Fit Testing 9 Quantitative 9 Qualitative Fit Factor 9 Pass 9 Fail Comments: Employee acknowledgement of test results: Employee Signature: Date:

162 Procedure # Test Conducted By: Date:

163 Procedure # Title: IN-CAR AUDIOVISUAL Procedure: RECORDING SYSTEM Date Issued: MAY 01, 2002 Reviewed: October 2014 PURPOSE: To establish a uniform method of operating in-car audiovisual recording systems and storing the audiovisual tapes used with the recording system. The in-car audiovisual recording systems will also serve to document an objective audiovisual account of events as they occur. POLICY: It is the policy of the Police Department to use the in-car audiovisual recording systems whenever it is practical to record audio and/or video accounts of events as they occur. Such events include, but are not limited to traffic stops, routine patrol activities and field sobriety tests. The in-car audiovisual recording system will be used to help protect officers against false allegations of misconduct and provide accurate and complete records of events as they occur. PROCEDURES: OPERATING PROCEDURES 1. The night shift Watch Commander will be responsible for installing a fresh tape into the in-car audiovisual recording systems. This procedure will be performed every day to ensure a uniform method of rotating videotapes. The only exception to this procedure is when the unit containing the in-car audiovisual system is out of service. 2. Once a tape is installed into the in-car audiovisual recording system, the officer operating the system will turn the recording system on and check it for proper operation. Officers operating the system will ensure the proper care and maintenance of the recording system. Any malfunctions of the recording system should be reported to the Watch Commander who will determine if the malfunction is of a technical nature requiring the service of a qualified technician. 3. When the in-car audiovisual recording system is powered on, it will automatically activate when the police unit s emergency equipment is operating in the rotating position. 4. Officers will record all traffic stops, field sobriety tests, pursuits, arrests that take place on the street and accident scenes (where practical). Officers should also strive to record other circumstances and events as they occur. 5. Use of the wireless microphone to provide an audio record of an event is optional. 6. Officers will not cease audio and/or video recording until an incident is complete. 7. Officers who use the in-car audiovisual recording system during an incident shall note the use of the recording system in any reports generated by the incident. AUDIOVISUAL TAPES AS EVIDENCE

164 Procedure # Tapes that contain information on incidents such as arrests, physical or verbal altercations, pursuits, assaults or any other incident that the officer feels will be helpful to an investigation or establish objective facts regarding an incident will be treated as evidence. The officer will notify his supervisor who will complete the In-Car Audiovisual Recording System Log Book as mentioned above. The officer will enter the tape into evidence as mentioned above. 2. Upon termination of court or administrative proceedings, tapes entered into evidence will be erased and placed back into service. 3. All tapes generated by the In-Car Audiovisual Recording System remain the property of the Police Department. USE OF TAPES FOR TRAINING 1. Recorded tapes that contain material that would be useful for training can be used for that purpose with the permission of the Chief of Police. 2. Supervisors may review recorded tapes of officers for the purposes of evaluating performance and/or compliance with department policies and procedures. 3. A record of training in the use of the In-Car Audiovisual Recording System will be kept by the Training Officer.

165 Procedure # ORDER NUMBER:4.661 SUBJECT: TRAFFIC DIRECTION AND CONTROL EFFECTIVE DATE: May 1, 2002 REVIEW DATE: March 7, 2007, January 4, 2010 Reviewed: October 2014 REVIEWER: Chief of Police INDEX AS: TRAFFIC DIRECTION AND CONTROL PROCEDURES MOTOR VEHICLE ESCORTS ROAD BLOCK POLICY PURPOSE: The purpose of this order is to identify liaison and data- sharing responsibilities with various traffic engineering authorities, and to establish policies and procedures related to the Department's traffic direction and control efforts. DEFINITIONS: 1. Uniformed police officers have the primary responsibility for the direction and control of traffic at motor vehicle crash scenes. Officers should set up perimeter traffic control points to: a. Allow for the ingress - egress of police, fire and rescue equipment. b. Halt or divert approaching traffic away from or around the crash scene. c. Provide for a system of alternate routes to move traffic around the crash. 2. Officers should notify the Telecommunications Center of the action being taken so that they may in turn notify other jurisdictions that may be affected. 3. When it becomes necessary to close or restrict the flow of traffic, the following means of control may be used: a. Flares may be used except where hazardous materials are involved. b. Use of barricades may be appropriate when an entire roadway or intersection must be closed TRAFFIC DIRECTION AND CONTROL Page 3 of 7 c. Traffic cones are excellent for diverting traffic from one lane to the next and are often more appropriate than flares d. On a temporary closure, a marked police vehicle with activated emergency lights may be used. B. Uniform Hand Signals For Manual Traffic Direction

166 Procedure # All Department personnel assigned or authorized to direct traffic should use the following uniform signals and gestures to perform manual traffic direction. 1. Stopping traffic by hand. To stop traffic, the officer should first extend his arm and index finger toward and look directly at the person to be stopped until that person is aware or it can be reasonably assumed that he is aware of the officer's gesture. The pointing hand is then raised at the wrist so that the palm is toward the person to be stopped, and the palm is held in this position until the person is observed to stop. To stop traffic from both directions on a two-way street, the procedure is then repeated for traffic coming from the other direction while continuing to maintain the raised arm and palm toward the traffic previously stopped. 2. Starting traffic by hand. To start traffic, the officer should first stand with shoulder and side toward the traffic to be started, extend his arm and index finger toward and look directly at the person to be started until that person is aware or it can be reasonably assumed that he is aware of the officer's gesture. With palm up, the pointing arm is swung from the elbow only, through a vertical semicircle until the hand is adjacent to the chin. If necessary this gesture is repeated until traffic begins to move. To start traffic from both directions on a two-way street, the procedure is then repeated for traffic coming from the other direction. 3. Right turning. Drivers making right turns usually effect their turns without the necessity of being directed by the officer. When directing a right turn becomes necessary, the officer should proceed as follows: a. If the driver is approaching from the officer's right side, the extended right arm and index finger and gaze are first directed toward the driver, followed by swinging the extended arm and index finger in the direction of the driver's intended turn. b. If the driver is approaching from the officer's left side, the same procedure may be followed utilizing the left arm extended. 4. Left turning. Left turning drivers should not be directed to effect their movement until the officer has stopped oncoming traffic. The officer's right side and arm should be toward the oncoming traffic, and the left side and arm should be toward the left turning driver. After stopping the oncoming traffic by using the right arm and hand, the right hand should remain in the halt gesture. The extended left arm and index finger and the officer's gaze is directed toward the driver who intends to effect a left turn. When the left turning driver's attention has been gained, the extended left arm and index finger are swung to point in the direction the driver intends to go. 5. Use of flashlight. A flashlight can be used to halt traffic. To stop traffic, slowly swing the beam of light across the path of oncoming traffic. The beam from the flashlight strikes the pavement as an elongated spot of light. After the driver has stopped, arm signals may be given in the usual manner with the vehicle headlights providing illumination. Orange flashlight cones may be utilized to enhance visibility. 6. Illustrations.

167 Procedure # Examples of the procedures identified above are illustrated on Attachment A. C. Whistle Commands Officers who choose to utilize a whistle will do so only to get the attention of a driver or pedestrian and to direct their movements. The whistle should not be used continuously as it will lose its effect. 1. One long blast on a whistle will indicate a stop signal. 2. Two short blasts will indicate a signal to start. 3. Several short blasts may be used to get the attention of a driver or pedestrian who does not immediately respond to a given signal. 4. Whistle commands will be utilized in conjunction with hand and arm signals, keeping in mind that individuals such as the hearing impaired or preoccupied individuals may not always hear or understand said whistle commands. D. Fire Scene At the scene of a fire, the police shall direct and support the fire rescue operations. This responsibility shall include: 1. Consulting with the ranking fire official in charge of the scene to determine their needs. 2. Providing protection for the fire scene and for fire and rescue equipment. 3. Setting up perimeter traffic control points to allow for the ingress-egress of fire and rescue equipment and personnel authorized to be at the scene. a. Such personnel shall include all persons who can identify themselves as firemen, either regular or paid-on-call by badge, identification card, or possession of regularly used fire equipment such as a helmet and coat. b. It shall be the responsibility of supervisor officers of the Fire Department to correct any problems resulting from the above persons blocking fire lanes or retarding the efficiency of persons at the scene. E. During Periods of Adverse Road and Weather Conditions. The Department will continue to maintain a close working relationship with those agencies that share responsibility for coping with adverse road and weather conditions affecting traffic safety and will continue to cooperate with them in developing and carrying out mutual assistance policies, procedures and programs to service the public as effectively as possible when such adverse conditions exist. 1. Upon discovering an adverse road or weather condition, agency personnel shall notify appropriate agencies and persons for the purpose of correcting the condition. 2. Agency personnel will provide traffic direction and control services and scene protection services in the vicinity of adverse road and weather conditions, as needed. F. Manual Operation of Traffic Control Signals Police officers are neither trained nor equipped to make traffic signal repairs or adjust the timing cycles. Traffic signals will not be manually controlled without the approval of a supervisor. 1. Officers may place signals on four way flash in emergency situations to temporarily alleviate a traffic control problem. When this becomes necessary, the officer will notify a field supervisor and, if necessary, request that proper notification be made for service or repair. G. Temporary Traffic Control Devices

168 Procedure # Temporary traffic control devices include moveable barriers, portable signs, traffic cones, and other similar apparatus intended for the limited use to assist in the safe and efficient movement of vehicular or pedestrian traffic. a. When portable barricades or signs are required, they will be delivered and removed by the Village Palos Park Police Department, unless exigent circumstances require immediate action by police department personnel all officers have traffic cones available for use when needed. These devices will be placed and removed by Department personnel when special traffic needs are identified. 2. These temporary traffic control devices may be used for, but not limited to, the following circumstances: a. Sustained power outages which render traffic control signals inoperative.major intersection traffic signals are all equipped with flip down stop signs which may be utilized in the event of a signal malfunction or power outage. Sign lock keys will be on police vehicle key rings. Field supervisors will authorize an officer(s) to place the sign into the open position and lock them. Immediately after signals are restored to working order, the signs will be placed in the closed position and locked. b. Special events. c. Traffic crashes. d. Other situations when supervisory personnel deem it to be necessary. H. High-visibility Clothing The Department provides high visibility reflective vests (ANSI or ANSI ) to all personnel who may be assigned to perform manual traffic direction and control functions. Personnel shall wear their high visibility reflective vests in addition to the full uniform whenever performing traffic direction, investigating crashes, and handling lane closures, obstructed roadways, and disaster within the right-of way of any roadway. 1. It is each field employees responsibility, to have available to them the high visibility reflective vest during on-duty hours. a. A (ANSI or ANSI ) raincoat or high visibility reversible jacket will suffice as reflective clothing in inclement weather VEHICLE ESCORTS A. Emergency Escorts. 1. The escorting of other vehicles using flashing red lights and siren is an extremely dangerous practice and should be avoided. a. Officers will not escort other emergency vehicles using the flashing red lights and siren unless it is absolutely necessary to guide them to their destination. b. Extreme caution must be exercised, especially when crossing intersections and speed limits should not be exceeded. c. Officers will not follow ambulances, fire apparatus, or other emergency vehicles so closely as to constitute a hazard. 2. In case of serious illness or injury, an ambulance shall be called. Sick or injured persons shall normally not be transported in Police Department vehicles. B. Non-Emergency Escorts

169 Procedure # All requests for non-emergency escorts shall be referred to the Patrol Division Commander or the shift commander. Funeral escorts and escorts for public officials and dignitaries may be approved if circumstances and manpower allow. 2. Non-emergency escorts and escorts on non- emergency vehicles may warrant the use of flashing red lights; however, all traffic regulations must be obeyed so as not to expose the officer and the Department to civil liability if a crash should result. 3. Oversized, overweight vehicles and permit moves over State roads will comply with 625 ILCS 5/ When movement is made over County roads they will have county permits ROAD BLOCKS POLICY A. Road blocks shall not be established or removed unless authorized by the Chief of Police or his designee. B. Road blocks may be used for: 1. Road Side Safety Checks (i.e. DUI enforcement). a. Safety checks shall only be conducted pursuant to a written plan developed by the Traffic Safety Supervisor and approved by the Chief of Police, or designee. 2. Department vehicles may be used as road blocks at crash scenes, using all emergency lights on the vehicle and placed in such a manner as to be noticed by other traffic. 3. During natural disasters or fires, Department vehicles may be used temporarily for road blocks, using all emergency lights on the vehicle, until more permanent warning devices and/or barricades are put in place. 4. Road blocks may also be utilized on parade routes. The motoring public must have prior notice of planned route and any detour route that is planned.

170 Procedure # Title: TRAFFIC INCIDENT MANAGEMENT Procedure: IN HAZARDOUS MATERIAL AND DISEASE CONTROL SPILLS IN INCIDENT MANAGEMENT Date Issued: MAY 01, 2002 Authority: Joseph F. Miller Review Date: 07 March 07, 04 January 10 Reviewed: October 2014 Reviewer: Chief of Police PURPOSE: Hazardous materials spills provide unique challenges to traffic incident clearance. Response personnel face the challenges posed in a typical traffic incident while dealing with chemical hazards, environmental impacts to the surrounding community, and the additional safety requirements needed to work with hazardous materials POLICY: Although stopping motorists on the highway for traffic violations or other purposes is often considered a routine function of patrol officers, it is one that has been demonstrated to be potentially dangerous for both officers and motorists even during apparently "routine" situations. For violators it is frequently an emotionally traumatic experience. Therefore, it is the policy of this department that motor vehicle stops shall be performed professionally and courteously, and with a view towards educating the public about proper driving procedures while consistently recognizing and taking the necessary steps to minimize the dangers involved in this activity for the officer, the motorist and other users of the highway. PROCEDURE: OFFICER/VIOLATOR CONTACT 1. Officers shall perform vehicle stops only when they have a legal reason to do so. Once an initial decision has been made to stop a motorist, the officer shall select an area that provides reasonable safety. 3. When a location has been selected for the stop, the officer shall notify the communications center of its nature providing unit location, vehicle license number and the number of occupants. At the officer's discretion or dispatcher's request, additional information may be exchanged. 4. At the desired location, the officer should signal the operator to stop at the far right side of the roadway or at the safest shoulder by activating the overhead emergency lights and siren as necessary. On multi-lane roads, the officer may facilitate movement to the right shoulder by gradually changing lanes behind the violator until the right side of the roadway is reached.

171 Procedure # Should the violator stop abruptly in the wrong lane or location, the officer should instruct him to move by using the appropriate hand signals or by using the vehicle's public address system. 5. Once properly stopped, the officer should position the police vehicle about one to one and one half-car length behind the violator's vehicle and at an off set, with the front approximately 2 feet to the traffic side of the violator's vehicle. At night, the spotlight should not be used to direct the violator but may be used to illuminate the vehicle's interior once stopped. The patrol vehicle should use its low beams if high beams would blind oncoming motorists. 6. When exiting the patrol vehicle, the officer should be particularly alert to suspicious movements or actions of the vehicle operator or passengers. 7. Approaching from the driver's side, the officer should be observant of the passenger compartment and stop at a point to the rear of the trailing edge of the left front door in order to communicate with the driver. Where circumstances dictate, particularly where traffic is close enough to create a potential problem, the officer may choose to approach the violator's vehicle from the passenger side and stop at the trailing edge of the front door. When the violator's vehicle has occupants in the rear seat, the officer should approach to a point near the leading edge of the driver door, being particularly observant of the occupant s movements and choosing a path that will not allow the occupants to thrust the door open against the officer. In two-officer police vehicles, the passenger officer shall be responsible for radio communications, note taking and relaying messages to the communications center. He will also act as an observer and cover for his fellow officer. 8. Non-uniformed officers operating unmarked patrol vehicles with concealed emergency lights and siren shall not normally make vehicle stops for traffic violations. In situations where failure to act would create unreasonable risks of injury, death or significant property damage, such personnel shall contact the communications center to request a marked patrol unit to make the stop and may, depending upon the urgency of the situation, activate emergency lights and siren to make a traffic stop. 9. Non-uniformed officers operating vehicles not equipped with emergency lights or siren shall not make motor vehicle stops unless there is imminent danger of loss of life should they fail to act. In other less urgent cases that demand attention, officers shall contact the communications center, request that a marked patrol vehicle perform the stop, and assist in directing the marked unit to the subject vehicle's location. 10. Once the officer has stopped the violator and communications are taking place, officer/violator relations begin. The officer should: Be alert at all times; Present a professional image, physically and emotionally; Base enforcement action on violator's driving behavior; Greet the violator in a courteous manner; Ask the violator for a driver's license, proof of insurance and any other appropriate documents;

172 Procedure # Inform the driver of the violation and type of enforcement action intended; Complete the forms for the enforcement action taken; and, Explain the citation to the violator. 11. When issuing citations, conducting roadside sobriety tests or conversing with the violator, the officer and other parties shall be positioned to the side of the road, clear of the motor vehicles. Whenever possible the officer and violator should avoid standing in front of, between or behind the stopped vehicles. 12. During the stop, the officer should instruct the violator to remain in his motor vehicle while the officer writes the citation or conducts other business. Violators shall not be permitted to sit in patrol vehicles while citations are being prepared or other police business is being conducted unless the officer is investigating a traffic crash. 13. When preparing citations, in the patrol vehicle, the officer should position paperwork and related material in a manner that allows him to maintain observation over actions of the violator and other occupants. 14. Officers will provide motorists with information explaining his rights and responsibilities concerning his arrest or citing for a traffic violation. 15. Officers should advise violators of the location, date, time of their court appearance, and whether their appearance is mandatory. 16. Offenses not requiring a mandatory court appearance or that qualify for court diversion may be prepaid according to current Court bond rules. Officers shall advise violators of this operation and the locations and restrictions on prepayment. 17. Violators shall be advised of their various bonding options by the officer. MAKING HIGH-RISK VEHICLE STOPS 1. When planning to stop the suspect vehicle, the officer shall notify the communications center, describe the nature or reason for the stop, provide information on the vehicle, license number and number of occupants; and request appropriate assistance to make the stop. 2. An officer should not individually initiate high-risk vehicle stops unless back-up units will not be available in an appropriate amount of time or the urgency of the situation demands immediate action. 3. After selecting an appropriate location and with adequate support units in position, the officer should signal the suspect to stop. 4. Officers should position their vehicles approximately 30 feet behind the suspect vehicle, in positions that will maximize opportunities for cover and in a manner that will illuminate the interior of the vehicle to the occupants' disadvantage. 5. Once the suspect vehicle has stopped, officers should assume positions of cover.

173 Procedure # The primary officer initiating the stop, or the officer with the best observation point, should issue verbal commands to vehicle occupants through the vehicle's public address system, if available. Generally only the primary officer shall issue commands. 7. The primary officer shall first identify himself and then notify the occupants of the vehicle that they are under arrest and that all instructions are to be followed without hesitation or suspicious movements. 8. The operator of the suspect vehicle should be ordered to follow all commands, such as: lower his window; remove the ignition keys with his left hand; drop them on the ground; open the door from the outside; step out of the vehicle; turn completely around; face away from the officers; walk backward until commanded to stop and lay face down on the ground with hands stretched far to the sides. All other occupants should be similarly commanded until all are in position to be handcuffed and searched. 9. With appropriate cover, officers should then approach the suspect vehicle to inspect the passenger compartment and trunk. STOPPING OVERSIZE AND OVERWEIGHT VEHICLES 1. Select a location for the stop that provides enough room for the vehicle and sufficient stability to support the vehicle's weight, and allow the operator sufficient time and distance to make the stop. 2. Approach the cab from the rear, using the driver's outside mirror to observe the driver and activity in the cab. 3. Never climb onto the vehicle to make contact with the operator. Maintain a position to the rear of the driver's door and ask him to exit the vehicle, when necessary. EXEMPTIONS/SPECIAL PROCESSING REQUIREMENTS 1. State Statutes affords individuals exemption from arrest under specified circumstances. 2. The following have temporary immunity, except for cases of treason, a felony or a breach of the peace: Members of the United States Electoral College, during their Attendance at an election and in going to and returning from; Senators and representatives during sessions of the General Assembly, and in going to and coming from; Members of the military reserve forces and the National Guard during their attendance at official meetings, and in going to and coming from; and, Judges, attorneys, clerks, sheriffs, and other court officers shall be privileged from arrest while attending court and while going to or returning from.

174 Procedure # Officers having contact with persons claiming exemptions based on the above should attempt to verify that person's exemption through personal identification. 4. Nothing in this procedure or in the law precludes an officer from obtaining a warrant or issuing a citation at a later time for the person released. DIPLOMATIC IMMUNITY 1. Diplomatic immunity is not a right that a foreign official has because of his position, but a privilege given by the President of the United States. 2. Diplomatic officers, their families and servants who are not nationals or permanent residents of the United States are protected by unlimited immunity from arrest, detention or prosecution, with respect to any civil or criminal offense. 3. Persons making such a claim must possess photo identity cards (not diplomatic passports) issued by the State Department and the United Nations. 4. Consuls, vice consuls, deputy consuls and some of their staff hold immunity while specifically engaged in diplomatic work. This immunity depends upon the activity of the person at that particular moment. 5. Officers having contact with a foreign official are empowered to temporarily detain any person claiming diplomatic immunity while official status is verified by the U.S. State Department. All foreign mission members and dependents are accountable for traffic violations. Stopping a foreign mission member or dependent, and issuing a traffic citation, does not constitute an arrest or detention, and is permissible. Normal procedures should be followed in the intervention of a traffic violation, even if immunity ultimately bars prosecution or a serious offense. Levels of immunity vary depending on the individual. 6. The United States Department of State, Office of Foreign Missions can provide detailed driver and vehicle information. They can advise an officer on the scene on handling, documenting, and reporting an incident involving individuals that may have a level of immunity. The officer shall document all information pertaining to the incident. The following phone numbers can be used to obtain information: Use /1404/1405 (Duty hours 8-5 Eastern Time Monday - Friday) to verify if an individual is a foreign mission member with immunity. Use for handling, documenting and reporting procedures. Use for all after hours questions. JUVENILES 1. Juvenile traffic arrests should be handled in the following manner: If necessary, a report will be completed. The juvenile's parents will be notified if the juvenile is taken into custody.

175 Procedure # If a cash bond is needed, the officer should allow the youth to make every effort to secure funds. If all efforts fail and the bond cannot be made, then on the approval of the watch commander, an I- Bond will be issued. The juvenile should not be detained for more than two (2) hours while arranging for bond. Juveniles awaiting bond for FINE ONLY offenses may be placed in the lobby vestibule. Juveniles arrested for traffic offenses where jail is a possible penalty may be confined in the juvenile detention room until bonding or release. The juvenile's parents will be notified if the juvenile is held in custody. NONRESIDENTS 1. The State is a member of the Nonresident Violator Compact (NRVC). These States allow drivers to sign the traffic citation, for minor violations, instead of posting the required bond. This allows a motorist to accept a traffic citation and proceed without delay, and does not burden the officer with a lengthy bonding process. 2. Drivers from all other States shall be required to deposit bond for all traffic violations pursuant to Supreme Court bond rules.

176 Procedure # Title: TRAFFIC VIOLATOR CONTACT Procedure: Date Issued: MAY 01, 2002 Reviewed: October 2014 PURPOSE: To establish guidelines for stopping and approaching motorists in a manner that promotes the safety of the officer and the motorist. Provide guidelines for the interaction between motorist and officer. To establish procedures when stopping traffic violators. To outline special processing requirements. POLICY: Although stopping motorists on the highway for traffic violations or other purposes is often considered a routine function of patrol officers, it is one that has been demonstrated to be potentially dangerous for both officers and motorists even during apparently "routine" situations. For violators it is frequently an emotionally traumatic experience. Therefore, it is the policy of this department that motor vehicle stops shall be performed professionally and courteously, and with a view towards educating the public about proper driving procedures while consistently recognizing and taking the necessary steps to minimize the dangers involved in this activity for the officer, the motorist and other users of the highway. PROCEDURE: OFFICER/VIOLATOR CONTACT 1. Officers shall perform vehicle stops only when they have a legal reason to do so. Once an initial decision has been made to stop a motorist, the officer shall select an area that provides reasonable safety. 3. When a location has been selected for the stop, the officer shall notify the communications center of its nature providing unit location, vehicle license number and the number of occupants. At the officer's discretion or dispatcher's request, additional information may be exchanged. 4. At the desired location, the officer should signal the operator to stop at the far right side of the roadway or at the safest shoulder by activating the overhead emergency lights and siren as necessary. On multi-lane roads, the officer may facilitate movement to the right shoulder by gradually changing lanes behind the violator until the right side of the roadway is reached. Should the violator stop abruptly in the wrong lane or location, the officer should instruct him to move by using the appropriate hand signals or by using the vehicle's public address system.

177 Procedure # Once properly stopped, the officer should position the police vehicle about one to one and one half-car length behind the violator's vehicle and at an off set, with the front approximately 2 feet to the traffic side of the violator's vehicle. At night, the spotlight should not be used to direct the violator but may be used to illuminate the vehicle's interior once stopped. The patrol vehicle should use its low beams if high beams would blind oncoming motorists. 6. When exiting the patrol vehicle, the officer should be particularly alert to suspicious movements or actions of the vehicle operator or passengers. 7. Approaching from the driver's side, the officer should be observant of the passenger compartment and stop at a point to the rear of the trailing edge of the left front door in order to communicate with the driver. Where circumstances dictate, particularly where traffic is close enough to create a potential problem, the officer may choose to approach the violator's vehicle from the passenger side and stop at the trailing edge of the front door. When the violator's vehicle has occupants in the rear seat, the officer should approach to a point near the leading edge of the driver door, being particularly observant of the occupant s movements and choosing a path that will not allow the occupants to thrust the door open against the officer. In two-officer police vehicles, the passenger officer shall be responsible for radio communications, note taking and relaying messages to the communications center. He will also act as an observer and cover for his fellow officer. 8. Non-uniformed officers operating unmarked patrol vehicles with concealed emergency lights and siren shall not normally make vehicle stops for traffic violations. In situations where failure to act would create unreasonable risks of injury, death or significant property damage, such personnel shall contact the communications center to request a marked patrol unit to make the stop and may, depending upon the urgency of the situation, activate emergency lights and siren to make a traffic stop. 9. Non-uniformed officers operating vehicles not equipped with emergency lights or siren shall not make motor vehicle stops unless there is imminent danger of loss of life should they fail to act. In other less urgent cases that demand attention, officers shall contact the communications center, request that a marked patrol vehicle perform the stop, and assist in directing the marked unit to the subject vehicle's location. 10. Once the officer has stopped the violator and communications are taking place, officer/violator relations begin. The officer should: Be alert at all times; Present a professional image, physically and emotionally; Base enforcement action on violator's driving behavior; Greet the violator in a courteous manner; Ask the violator for a driver's license, proof of insurance and any other appropriate documents;

178 Procedure # Inform the driver of the violation and type of enforcement action intended; Complete the forms for the enforcement action taken; and, Explain the citation to the violator. 11. When issuing citations, conducting roadside sobriety tests or conversing with the violator, the officer and other parties shall be positioned to the side of the road, clear of the motor vehicles. Whenever possible the officer and violator should avoid standing in front of, between or behind the stopped vehicles. 12. During the stop, the officer should instruct the violator to remain in his motor vehicle while the officer writes the citation or conducts other business. Violators shall not be permitted to sit in patrol vehicles while citations are being prepared or other police business is being conducted unless the officer is investigating a traffic crash. 13. When preparing citations, in the patrol vehicle, the officer should position paperwork and related material in a manner that allows him to maintain observation over actions of the violator and other occupants. 14. Officers will provide motorists with information explaining his rights and responsibilities concerning his arrest or citing for a traffic violation. 15. Officers should advise violators of the location, date, time of their court appearance, and whether their appearance is mandatory. 16. Offenses not requiring a mandatory court appearance or that qualify for court diversion may be prepaid according to current Court bond rules. Officers shall advise violators of this operation and the locations and restrictions on prepayment. 17. Violators shall be advised of their various bonding options by the officer. MAKING HIGH-RISK VEHICLE STOPS 1. When planning to stop the suspect vehicle, the officer shall notify the communications center, describe the nature or reason for the stop, provide information on the vehicle, license number and number of occupants; and request appropriate assistance to make the stop. 2. An officer should not individually initiate high-risk vehicle stops unless back-up units will not be available in an appropriate amount of time or the urgency of the situation demands immediate action. 3. After selecting an appropriate location and with adequate support units in position, the officer should signal the suspect to stop. 4. Officers should position their vehicles approximately 30 feet behind the suspect vehicle, in positions that will maximize opportunities for cover and in a manner that will illuminate the interior of the vehicle to the occupants' disadvantage. 5. Once the suspect vehicle has stopped, officers should assume positions of cover.

179 Procedure # The primary officer initiating the stop, or the officer with the best observation point, should issue verbal commands to vehicle occupants through the vehicle's public address system, if available. Generally only the primary officer shall issue commands. 7. The primary officer shall first identify himself and then notify the occupants of the vehicle that they are under arrest and that all instructions are to be followed without hesitation or suspicious movements. 8. The operator of the suspect vehicle should be ordered to follow all commands, such as: lower his window; remove the ignition keys with his left hand; drop them on the ground; open the door from the outside; step out of the vehicle; turn completely around; face away from the officers; walk backward until commanded to stop and lay face down on the ground with hands stretched far to the sides. All other occupants should be similarly commanded until all are in position to be handcuffed and searched. 9. With appropriate cover, officers should then approach the suspect vehicle to inspect the passenger compartment and trunk. STOPPING OVERSIZE AND OVERWEIGHT VEHICLES 1. Select a location for the stop that provides enough room for the vehicle and sufficient stability to support the vehicle's weight, and allow the operator sufficient time and distance to make the stop. 2. Approach the cab from the rear, using the driver's outside mirror to observe the driver and activity in the cab. 3. Never climb onto the vehicle to make contact with the operator. Maintain a position to the rear of the driver's door and ask him to exit the vehicle, when necessary. EXEMPTIONS/SPECIAL PROCESSING REQUIREMENTS 1. State Statutes affords individuals exemption from arrest under specified circumstances. 2. The following have temporary immunity, except for cases of treason, a felony or a breach of the peace: Members of the United States Electoral College, during their Attendance at an election and in going to and returning from; Senators and representatives during sessions of the General Assembly, and in going to and coming from; Members of the military reserve forces and the National Guard during their attendance at official meetings, and in going to and coming from; and, Judges, attorneys, clerks, sheriffs, and other court officers shall be privileged from arrest while attending court and while going to or returning from.

180 Procedure # Officers having contact with persons claiming exemptions based on the above should attempt to verify that person's exemption through personal identification. 4. Nothing in this procedure or in the law precludes an officer from obtaining a warrant or issuing a citation at a later time for the person released. DIPLOMATIC IMMUNITY 1. Diplomatic immunity is not a right that a foreign official has because of his position, but a privilege given by the President of the United States. 2. Diplomatic officers, their families and servants who are not nationals or permanent residents of the United States are protected by unlimited immunity from arrest, detention or prosecution, with respect to any civil or criminal offense. 3. Persons making such a claim must possess photo identity cards (not diplomatic passports) issued by the State Department and the United Nations. 4. Consuls, vice consuls, deputy consuls and some of their staff hold immunity while specifically engaged in diplomatic work. This immunity depends upon the activity of the person at that particular moment. 5. Officers having contact with a foreign official are empowered to temporarily detain any person claiming diplomatic immunity while official status is verified by the U.S. State Department. All foreign mission members and dependents are accountable for traffic violations. Stopping a foreign mission member or dependent, and issuing a traffic citation, does not constitute an arrest or detention, and is permissible. Normal procedures should be followed in the intervention of a traffic violation, even if immunity ultimately bars prosecution or a serious offense. Levels of immunity vary depending on the individual. 6. The United States Department of State, Office of Foreign Missions can provide detailed driver and vehicle information. They can advise an officer on the scene on handling, documenting, and reporting an incident involving individuals that may have a level of immunity. The officer shall document all information pertaining to the incident. The following phone numbers can be used to obtain information: Use /1404/1405 (Duty hours 8-5 Eastern Time Monday - Friday) to verify if an individual is a foreign mission member with immunity. Use for handling, documenting and reporting procedures. Use for all after hours questions. JUVENILES 1. Juvenile traffic arrests should be handled in the following manner: If necessary, a report will be completed. The juvenile's parents will be notified if the juvenile is taken into custody.

181 Procedure # If a cash bond is needed, the officer should allow the youth to make every effort to secure funds. If all efforts fail and the bond cannot be made, then on the approval of the watch commander, an I- Bond will be issued. The juvenile should not be detained for more than two (2) hours while arranging for bond. Juveniles awaiting bond for FINE ONLY offenses may be placed in the lobby vestibule. Juveniles arrested for traffic offenses where jail is a possible penalty may be confined in the juvenile detention room until bonding or release. The juvenile's parents will be notified if the juvenile is held in custody. NONRESIDENTS 1. The State is a member of the Nonresident Violator Compact (NRVC). These States allow drivers to sign the traffic citation, for minor violations, instead of posting the required bond. This allows a motorist to accept a traffic citation and proceed without delay, and does not burden the officer with a lengthy bonding process. 2. Drivers from all other States shall be required to deposit bond for all traffic violations pursuant to Supreme Court bond rules.

182 Procedure # Title: D.U.I TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT Procedure: Date Issued: MAY 01, 2002 Reviewed: October 2014 PURPOSE: To establish procedures for handling persons charged with driving while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. To establish guidelines for conducting a DUI countermeasure program designed to reduce alcohol/drug related crashes. POLICY: The Police Department is dedicated to decreasing the incidence of traffic crashes and injuries caused by the intoxicated motorist. Officers are expected to be alert for signs of alcohol and/or drug impairment in contacts with motorists. Countermeasures including programs involving education, enforcement, adjudication, treatment and public support are essential to be successful in reducing the DUI problem. PROCEDURE: REASONABLE SUSPICION / PROBABLE CAUSE / ARREST 1. The officer's observations in the initial stages of contact with the offender if dispatched to an incident and in establishing reasonable suspicion for a traffic stop and probable cause for the arrest are critical. 2. When establishing probable cause for arrest, officers should: Approach the driver with caution; Identify the driver and request his drivers license and proof of insurance; Interview the driver, establish that he/she was or is in control of the vehicle; Note any observations that add to your suspicion of intoxication, (odor of alcoholic beverage, slurred speech, etc.). Ask the driver if he has been drinking. If intoxication is suspected, select a suitable, safe site to administer appropriate field sobriety tests to assess impairment. If the driver fails the tests and the officer believes the elements for DUI are present the officer should effect an arrest by advising the driver that he is under arrest for DUI and transport the driver to the station for processing; and, Advise the Communications Center of the arrest and, if necessary, request a certified breath analysis operator. IMPOUNDING (TOWING) THE VEHICLE

183 Procedure # Upon arrest for a DUI violation the arrestee's vehicle will be impounded with the watch commander s approval. COMPLAINT PROCESSING 1. Complete the DUI citation as soon as possible after the initial arrest. The driver should be issued the citations(s) and read the Warning to Motorist in its entirety before any request for tests of his breath, blood or urine. PROBABLE CAUSE CITATION: Issuance of this citation is necessary to establish your probable cause for the stop. (i.e.: erratic driving, no lights, etc.) ALCOHOL PER SE CITATION: Issuance of this citation reflects your belief that the subject is under the influence of alcohol or drugs that must be defined by further testing. INFLUENCE CITATION FOR ALCOHOL: Issuance of this citation indicates that as a result of testing it is determined that the subject is under the influence of alcohol. This information is obtained as a result of: Breath analysis Blood test Urine test Or combination of the above INFLUENCE CITATION FOR DRUGS: Issuance of this citation reflects your belief that the subject is under the influence of some substance, but all alcohol tests indicate a negative result, and/or there is a presence of suspect drugs INFLUENCE CITATION FOR DRUG AND ALCOHOL COMBINATION: Issuance of this citation reflects that the subject is under the influence of alcohol, but is impaired beyond the indicated score on the breath test or; The results of the blood or urine tests indicate the presence of narcotic substance. DRUGS PER SE CITATION: Issuance of this citation indicates that the State of Illinois Crime Lab result of testing Blood and or urine samples by the, shows A positive presence of narcotic substance. IMPLIED CONSENT:

184 Procedure # CONDUCTING THE TESTS BREATH TEST 1. The breath test will be conducted by a licensed breath analysis operator in accordance with Department of Public Health rules. 2. The Department will use a breath test instrument that is certified and has been approved by the Department of Public Health. 3. If the Department's breath test instrument is inoperable, a supervisor may authorize the use of a breath test instrument of another police department. The arrestee will be transported to the other department and whenever possible the breath analysis operator from the Police Department will conduct the test, if qualified on that breath test instrument. 4. The test operator will record all required information concerning the test in the Breath Test logbook and on the intoxilyzer receipt. BLOOD TEST 1. Two blood samples will be collected by a physician licensed to practice medicine, a registered nurse or other qualified person in accordance with Department of Public Health rules. 2. Officers will utilize a Department of Public Health approved facility when it is required to take a blood sample. 3. The arrestee should be transported to the Emergency Room where hospital staff are familiar with the requirements for the drawing of blood for DUI cases. 4. Special kits, provided by the State, are available at the hospital for the drawing of blood. 5. The arresting officer is responsible to see that the DUI blood form is completed as required, and all samples are properly labeled. Both the form and labels are provided in the kit. The officer should make a copy of the DUI blood form for our records. 6. Blood samples should be properly packaged, inventoried, and secured into evidence locker until transferred to the crime lab. The officer will complete a Police Department Property Evidence Receipt and a State Police Evidence Receipt. 7. When submitting blood to the crime lab, for analysis of alcohol content, the State Police Evidence Receipt must be submitted at the same time. URINE TEST 1. Urine samples will be collected under the same environmental conditions as blood samples in accordance with Department of Public Health rules.

185 Procedure # Police Department personnel may witness the collection of urine samples if requested to do so by hospital personnel. 3. Officers will use a Department of Public Health approved facility for collecting samples of urine. The facility staff will use the same kit provided by the State for blood samples. 4. A person of the same sex as the offender must be present when the urine sample is collected. Another employee of the Police Department may be appointed by the arresting officer as his/her representative for this purpose. If a Department employee is not available, hospital personnel may be requested. 5. Both samples must be properly labeled as required for blood samples. 6. Urine samples will be properly packaged, inventoried and placed in the evidence locker for transfer to the appropriate lab for analysis. Samples should be sent to the lab within 24 hours, if possible. 7. Urine samples should be analyzed for the presence of drugs by the same lab that provides this service for blood samples. REFUSAL TO SUBMIT TO BREATH, BLOOD OR URINE TESTS 1. The arresting officer shall not offer any advice to the arrestee in regards to taking or not taking any test. 2. The Law Enforcement Sworn Report will be completed by the arresting officer if the subject refuses to submit to the test. 3. The Law Enforcement Sworn Report shall be completed and copies served to the subject. 4. Forms dictated by State statute should be completed. ZERO TOLERANCE ENFORCEMENT: Any individual under the age of 21, is in violation of the law if his blood alcohol level reflects any reading except.00 PRELIMINARY BREATH TESTS Use of the portable breath-testing device, provided by the department may be used to establish probable cause for D.U.I. cases. This unit has been certified by the State of Illinois for use in such cases. D.U.I. COUNTERMEASURES 1. The Department recognizes that drivers impaired by alcohol and other intoxicants represent a serious threat to the safety of others. Because of the seriousness of this problem the Department maintains a D.U.I. enforcement program that includes provisions for public education, enforcement,

186 Procedure # and roadside safety checks. The Police Department's D.U.I. Countermeasures Program is focused on the arrest of alcohol and/or drug related traffic offense violations by providing special training to patrol personnel to assist their efforts in identifying and apprehending offenders. 2. The identification of persons suspected of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs is an important component of the patrol function. Training will be provided to maintain a proficiency in the identification, apprehension and processing of alcohol/drug impaired motorists. Training courses provided will include: Breath Test Instrument Operation Field Sobriety Testing: HGN Testifying in a D.U.I. Trial D.U.I. Enforcement 3. Officers should be familiar with those areas of their beat frequently traveled by DUI impaired drivers, and with the locations of DUI related traffic crashes. 4. Supervisors should direct patrol officers to those locations that require selective traffic enforcement for D.U.I., as workload and personnel permit.

187 Procedure # Title: TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT Procedure: Date Issued: MAY 01, 2002 Reviewed: October 2014 PURPOSE: To establish general guidelines for the Department's traffic law enforcement program. POLICY: The primary purpose of traffic law enforcement is to reduce crashes through active police patrol and violator contacts. Patrol visibility, consistency of effort, education, engineering and public support will facilitate the safe and expeditious movement of vehicular and pedestrian traffic. PROCEDURE: ENFORCEMENT RESPONSIBILITY 1. All members of the Department have a responsibility to provide for a fair and reasonable approach to traffic law enforcement, and enforce the same laws in the same manner. 2. Enforcement policies cannot and should not supplant officer judgment. Officer discretion on the proper enforcement action to be taken is based on a combination of the officer's training, experience, and common sense. The intent of this procedure is to set forth-general guidelines for uniform enforcement action for routine traffic situations. It is not the intent of this procedure to limit discretion, but to encourage each officer to use his/her training and experience to the fullest extent. GUIDELINES FOR ROUTINE TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT EXCEEDING POSTED SPEED LIMIT. Legally there is no defense for exceeding the posted limit or for driving faster than conditions safely permit. However, drivers stopped for speed violations may indicate certain factors unknown to the officer before the stop that may have contributed to the violation. Officers should exercise discretion when deciding if a verbal warning, written warning or a citation is appropriate. Consideration should be given to such factors as weather conditions, traffic volume, pedestrian traffic and location, while always being mindful that excessive speed correlates directly with high incidents of crashes. 2. HAZARDOUS VIOLATIONS Hazardous violations are defined as those violations that pose a direct hazard to the safe and efficient flow of traffic. In addition, these violations contribute substantially to crashes. For the purpose of this procedure hazardous violations fall into the following categories: Unsafe Behavior - driver actions are direct violation related to moving violations i.e., violating traffic control devices, signs and other crash related violations.

188 Procedure # Unsafe Condition - vehicles that are improperly equipped, i.e., no headlights, worn tires, overweight trucks and any other violation that renders a vehicle unsafe. Officers are to take immediate enforcement action based on sound judgment upon viewing or detecting hazardous violations. VIOLATIONS BY PUBLIC OR COMMERCIAL CARRIERS Public/Commercial carriers who violate traffic laws will be treated in the same manner as the general public. Uniform enforcement policies and procedures outlined in those traffic related procedures are applicable. 3. NEWLY ENACTED TRAFFIC LAWS When new traffic laws are enacted, the Chief of Police will review them to determine the level and schedule of enforcement action to be taken by Department personnel. At his discretion, the Chief of Police may authorize warning tickets as the Department's primary enforcement action until the provisions of the new laws are better known to the public. 4. D.U.I. VIOLATIONS Refer to the Department D.U.I. Enforcement procedure. 5. MULTIPLE VIOLATIONS When multiple violations are committed by a single individual and arise from a continuous activity, the enforcement action adopted will be predicated on the most serious offense committed. In all cases of multiple violations, the enforcement action taken will be sufficient to support a comprehensive and complete case for the prosecution. 6. NON-HAZARDOUS VIOLATION Enforcement efforts for non-hazardous traffic violations will be guided by officer discretion. Officers are reminded that voluntary compliance is the goal of enforcement actions for minor violations. TYPES OF ENFORCEMENT ACTION 1. Officer discretion is important to an effective traffic law enforcement program. Emphasis should be placed on the principles of selective enforcement with resources directed toward specific areas and violations deemed important to the Department's traffic enforcement program. 2. Enforcement action shall be carried out by all Department personnel in a fair, impartial and courteous manner. The officer's actions should demonstrate a positive and professional demeanor at all times. 3. Sworn officers shall take the appropriate enforcement action for each violation of the law reported or observed. Enforcement actions will be accomplished using one of the following methods: VERBAL WARNING -A verbal warning is appropriate when the violator commits an act that may be due to ignorance of a local ordinance, the Vehicle Code or in the case of a condition of which the driver may not be aware.

189 Procedure # WRITTEN WARNING - A written warning may be appropriate for a minor infraction where crash experience is minimal. For example, passing a stop sign at a speed slower than walking when other traffic is not affected. CITATION - The citation should be issued to violators who jeopardize the safe movement of pedestrian or vehicular traffic. This includes operating unsafe or improperly equipped vehicles, and serious license and registration violations. CUSTODIAL ARREST - Officers will effect the arrest of any person in violation of traffic laws of a serious nature. Officers shall use sound legal principles and comply with the provisions established in the Vehicle Code. JUVENILES - If a juvenile is arrested for a jailable Vehicle Code violation the parent/guardian will be notified as soon as possible. 2. Juvenile traffic violators will be issued "I" bonds if they are unable to post bond as set by statute. 3. Officers will advise juveniles that a parent/guardian must accompany them if they go to court. SUSPENDED/REVOKED OR NO VALID DRIVER'S LICENSE 1. If the officer has received verification that the driver s license has been suspended or revoked, he should effect custodial arrest of the driver, and assume responsibility for the subject and his property. The driver's vehicle may be parked at the scene or towed with supervisory approval. 2. If the officer is unable to determine the status of the driver's license he should issue any appropriate citations. If it is determined later that the driver's license is suspended or revoked, he should file the additional charges in court, contact the driver and ask him to voluntarily come into the station for new charges, or seek a warrant. TRAFFIC PATROL VISIBILITY/OBSERVATIONS 1. The most effective deterrent to traffic law violations is visible patrol in a marked vehicle. Traffic law enforcement activities should be directed toward education and prevention rather than apprehension. 2. Officers shall drive patrol vehicles in accordance with existing laws and in such a manner as to demonstrate exemplary driving behavior. 3. In those areas where stationary observation is necessary to maximize the effectiveness of a selective enforcement effort, officers shall park in a conspicuous location and in such a manner that traffic flow is not impeded. 4. Covert traffic enforcement units will be concealed from view of the roadway being observed. The concealment is to the extent that the observer is not visible to persons using ordinary powers of observations. 5. Unmarked vehicles will not normally be used for traffic enforcement activities. Any use of unmarked vehicles for traffic enforcement requires supervisory approval. Unmarked vehicles may be

190 Procedure # used for routine patrol in the same manner as marked cars if special enforcement needs exist. Officers are discouraged from enforcing minor traffic violations while in unmarked vehicles. Unmarked vehicles must be equipped with emergency lights and siren. SPEED ENFORCEMENT/RADAR 1. The use of speed measuring devices can be an effective means of reducing speed related traffic violations. Supervisors will assign the use of radar equipment and determine the location for enforcement. 2. Radar will be assigned to high or potentially high crash locations where speed is a factor; where speed violations are prevalent; in school zones; in response to citizen complaints; and, when conducting traffic volume and speed studies. 3. Department radar equipment shall be manufactured to meet National Highway Traffic Safety Administration specifications. 4. Officer's operating radar equipment will: Inspect the radar unit for visible damage; Check the unit's internal calibration according to manufacturer s guidelines; Check the unit's L.E.D. diodes for proper function; and By use of the tuning fork, check the unit for accuracy. 5. Officers using radar equipment are responsible for reporting to their supervisor any malfunctions, problems, or damage to the radar equipment and will forward all requests for service or repairs through their supervisor to the Administrative Services Commander. 6. Department radar units will be inspected and certified annually. If a unit has been damaged or malfunctions it will be repaired and recertified. The Administrative Services Commander will be responsible for maintaining records of all repairs and certification reports. 7. The Department will maintain a training program for patrol officers in radar operations. REPORTING INCOMPETENT DRIVERS 1. Routine enforcement, crash reporting and investigation activities frequently lead to the discovery of drivers who have a physical or mental condition which might prevent the person from operating a motor vehicle in a safe and reasonable manner. 2. Officers detecting a person who appears to be incompetent, physically or mentally disabled, or suffers from disease or other conditions that prevent him from exercising reasonable and ordinary care over a motor vehicle, will request a reexamination by the Secretary of State. 3. When requesting a reexamination the officer must be specific and relate the circumstances that provide the basis for the request by completing and submitting to the Secretary of State the Driver Condition or Behavior Report - Re-examination Request.

191 Procedure # PEDESTRIAN AND BICYCLE ENFORCEMENT 1. Officers will take appropriate enforcement action when and where pedestrian and bicycle violations are observed. 2. The enforcement action will be commensurate with the pedestrian and bicycle crash experience, and at times and places as determined through analysis of crash reports. 3. The enforcement of traffic laws pertaining to pedestrians and bicyclists requires broad discretion from individual officers. To provide guidance in this discretion the following procedures are established: Before any substantial increase in the enforcement of pedestrian or bicycle traffic, sufficient publicity and community awareness programs will be implemented. Officers shall concentrate their efforts on pedestrian and bicycle violations in those areas where crashes have been frequent and severe. In those areas where traffic flow is minimal and crashes involving pedestrians and bicycles are low, officers should exercise discretion in the application of the law. 4. The Crime Prevention Unit shall be responsible for the implementation of bicycle and pedestrian safety programs. These programs should be directed toward those age groups with the highest percentage of involvement with bicycle/pedestrian crashes. PARKING ENFORCEMENT 1. All existing parking regulations will be enforced with reasonableness and impartiality in all areas of the Village. 2. Street parking is restricted in various areas to ensure fair access to parking and to expedite the flow of traffic during peak hours. 3. Special restrictions apply to weather emergencies and the type of vehicle class. 4. Officers shall enforce parking violations with discretion, taking into account the seriousness of the violation. 5. Special attention should be given to the following areas: Handicapped parking violations; Fire hydrant-parking violations; Business areas during peak hours; Primary snow route violations; and Fire lanes.

192 Procedure # When vehicles are parked in such a manner as to require their immediate removal, officers shall attempt to locate the owner. If unsuccessful, the vehicle shall be towed according to Department procedures. 7. Permission may be granted to illegally park certain vehicles in some situations. The Patrol Division commander or the Chief of Police must approve all major requests for illegal parking in these special circumstances. The watch commander can approve minor deviations from parking enforcement. 8. Parking regulations may be enforced in private parking areas, provided there has been a contractual agreement as provided by ordinance in accordance with the Vehicle Code. OFF-ROAD VEHICLE ENFORCEMENT 1. Officers shall be alert to off-road vehicles (snowmobiles, dirt bikes, and mini-bikes) which are being used in the City/Village illegally, particularly when their use results in citizen complaints of excessive noise, trespassing and property damage. 2. Officers shall take appropriate action for violations committed by operators of off-road vehicles. 3. Officers shall enforce all applicable laws pertaining to the operation and registration of off-road vehicles. 4. Special attention should be made to the following: Removal of unlicensed vehicles from streets and highways; Violations of off-road vehicle registration laws; Misuse of public and private property; Citizen complaints of noise, trespass and property damage; and Juvenile offenders.

193 Procedure # Title: ROADBLOCKS Procedure: Date Issued: MAY 01, 2002 Reviewed: October 2014 PURPOSE: To establish guidelines on the use of roadblocks in emergency situations. POLICY: The Police Department may use roadblocks for checking drivers and their vehicles, controlling traffic for public ceremonies and parades, and detouring traffic from accident or disaster scenes. Roadblocks are sometimes necessary to apprehend persons fleeing from the scene of a serious crime or attempting to evade arrest. The Police Department will use emergency roadblocks as a last resort to apprehend dangerous criminals, and only when the proper conditions have been satisfied to ensure the safety of the officers and public affected. DEFINITION: A roadblock is defined as a restriction or obstruction used or intended for the purpose of preventing free passage of motor vehicles on a roadway in order to effect the apprehension of a suspect. PROCEDURE: EMERGENCY ROADBLOCKS 1. Roadblocks are authorized only with the expressed approval of a supervisor. 2. The decision to place a roadblock will be made considering several factors. These include, but are not limited to: Number of officers available; Seriousness of the crime; Sufficient information available on subjects and vehicle; Elapsed time of the criminal act; Danger to the officer and public; and That a roadblock constitutes a use of force. 3. When the need for a roadblock arises, a supervisor will evaluate the available information and determine whether a roadblock is warranted and can safely be implemented. 4. A supervisor must authorize, plan, implement and directly supervise roadblock operations.

194 Procedure # Roadblock locations shall be chosen so that the safety of officers will be maximized. There must be a clear view of the roadblock so vehicles will be able to stop. Roadblocks will be avoided on curves, hills or where the approaching vehicles are unable to clearly see that a roadblock is present. 6. Officers will not remain inside a vehicle used for blocking the roadway. 7. Adequate warning to approaching vehicles is a necessity, unless the only vehicle reasonably expected as the first to approach the roadblock is that of an offender against whom deadly force is authorized, and there is insufficient time to warn the offender prior to his arrival. 8. If the suspect vehicle is being pursued by the police a warning must be provided to pursuing vehicles of the roadblock and the positions of officers manning the roadblock. 9. The following blocking techniques will be utilized: GENERAL The general position of the parked patrol vehicle is at a 45-degree angle to the traffic flow. This is useful when conditions do not permit bringing vehicles to a complete stop and allows the officer to check the passing vehicles because of their slowed speed. No person will be allowed to remain in a vehicle used to block the roadway. TWO-LANE ROADWAYS On a two-lane road, to stop traffic traveling in only one direction, the vehicle will be parked at a 45- degree angle to the flow of traffic, partially on the roadway, blocking the lane used by the traffic to be stopped. The normal speed, stopping distance and element of surprise will be considered when placing warning signs for the roadblock. In darkness the signs will be illuminated. A stop sign should be placed at the roadblock point. At night red lights or flares may also be necessary. There should be sufficient illumination from a light source so the police officer will be readily recognizable to the traffic. Once a vehicle has stopped, it should be approached in the manner normally used when approaching a violator's vehicle. While the first officer is checking the vehicle, a second officer should take a position allowing him to cover the entire area. If a third officer is available, he should take a position of natural cover out of the firing line of the other officers. Light traffic may be stopped in both directions using this blocking system. Heavy traffic will require this blocking procedure on both sides of the road. The blocks should be close enough to one another to be within sight and to provide assistance as necessary. MULTI-LANE ROADWAYS The blockade of one side of the multi-lane roadway is basically the same as that for the two-lane roadway. Additional warning signs will be necessary and if traffic speeds are high, placement must be further ahead. Flares and signs should be used to funnel traffic down to one or two lanes. 10. Only marked police vehicles will be used in roadblocks. Privately owned vehicles will not be used to set up a roadblock.

195 Procedure # Moving roadblocks will not be used without watch commander approval. 12. Safety of the officers and all civilians will be the primary concern in utilizing the roadblock. 13. Supervisor's will fully inform officers manning the roadblock about the nature and seriousness of the crime, the description of the vehicle and the wanted person, a description of any weapons involved, and if possible any previous record of the suspect. 14. Officers manning a roadblock will be in full uniform including the traffic safety vest. 15. Roadblocks will be well lighted by means of emergency lights, spotlights, fusees, and other available lighting equipment. Special care must be taken to not blind drivers of vehicles as they approach the roadblock. The emergency roadblock will be conducted in conjunction with the authority granted by statute and case law, and the enforcement of state and local laws will be exercised in good faith. NON-EMERGENCY ROADBLOCKS 1. Roadblocks for parades, public ceremonies, the random checking of drivers or other nonemergency situation requires prior approval from the Chief of Police or his designee. 2. Supervisors will submit a plan detailing the time, location, equipment, blocking technique, purpose, and manpower required for establishing the roadblock. 3. Non-emergency roadblocks will be implemented and supervised by a supervisor. 4. Procedures used for non-emergency roadblocks will follow those applicable guidelines for emergency roadblocks. Supervisors will submit to the Chief of Police the results, and detail any incidents that occur during roadblock operations other than for parades or public ceremonies. 6. The non-emergency roadblock will be conducted in conjunction with the authority granted by statute and case law, and the enforcement of state and local laws will be exercised in good faith.

196 Procedure # Title: ROADSIDE SAFETY CHECKS Procedure: Date Issued: MAY 01, 2002 Reviewed: October 2014 PURPOSE: To promote the safety of persons using public roadways and to provide a continuing deterrent for those who violate statutes contained in the Vehicle Code and Municipal Code with particular emphasis on the following: Driving under the influence of alcohol/drugs. Occupant protection (seatbelts/child restraint). Mandatory insurance act. No valid, suspended or revoked driver's license. Unsafe equipment (lighting, tires, brakes, etc.). POLICY: It shall be the policy of this department that roadside safety checks be performed professionally and courteously, and with a view towards educating the public about proper driving procedures. PROCEDURE: AUTHORITY AND TACTICS 1. The roadside safety check will be conducted in conjunction with the authority granted by statute and case law, and the enforcement of state and local laws will be exercised in good faith. 2. Any tactic used by police officers in a roadside safety check will be in accordance with the following considerations and priorities: Enhancement of officer and motorist safety. Avoidance of undue inconvenience to the public. The deterrent effect created by the roadside safety check. DETAIL REQUIREMENTS 1. The Chief of Police or his designee will assign a supervisor to serve as the Checkpoint Commander who will conduct a pre-detail briefing immediately prior to the setup and activation of a checkpoint. 2. The checkpoint site selection will fulfill the following minimum requirements: Sufficient visibility to oncoming motorists to ensure officer and motorist safety. Ample space for police and subject vehicles in screening area.

197 Procedure # Reduced opportunity for motorists to avoid or escape from the checkpoint. Sufficient advance warning devices will be in place before activation of the checkpoint to ensure officer and motorist safety. Uniformed officers and marked police vehicles will be in sufficient quantity and visibility to clearly indicate the presence of legal authority. CHECKPOINT PROCEDURES 1. The checkpoint commander will be responsible for: Establishing target violations; Deploying personnel; Obtaining necessary equipment; and, Preparing an activity summary and submitting it to the Patrol Division Commander. 2. The selection sequence of vehicles to be stopped will be uniformly applied as prescribed. This sequence may only be altered by the checkpoint commander who will document the reason for the alteration. 3. Assigned officers will not have the authority to change the operational plan. Officer discretion will only be applied as designated by the checkpoint commander. 4. The checkpoint commander will be present on scene to guide operations. Should it become necessary to leave the scene, an acting supervisor will be appointed. 5. The checking process must be thorough while causing a minimal delay to motorists. So long as the available mobile data terminals are functioning properly, driver's licenses and registration will be routinely checked for validity. 6. Officers will be particularly vigilant for any signs of motorist impairment. If an officer detects a violation or acquires probable cause to believe an offense has been committed, appropriate enforcement action will be taken. 7. The courteous treatment of motorists by officers will be a high priority. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS 1. Roadway traffic will be closely monitored to avoid excessive congestion. 2. Any police agency that assists in the checkpoint operation will be expected to abide by this procedure. 3. Roadside safety checks should be highly publicized to enhance the general deterrent effect of such activities.

198 Procedure # Title: EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION WITH PEOPLE WHO ARE DEAF OR HARD OF HEARING Procedure: Date Issued: August 20, 2010 Reviewed: October 2014 PURPOSE: It is the policy of this law enforcement agency, the Palos Park Police Department, to ensure that a consistently high level of service is provided to all community members, including those who are deaf or hard of hearing. This Agency has specific legal obligations under the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Rehabilitation Act. To carry out these policies and legal obligations, the Agency instructs its officers and employees (hereinafter, "officers" 1) as follows: People who identify themselves as deaf or hard of hearing are entitled to a level of service equivalent to that provided hearing persons. The Agency will make every effort to ensure that its officers and employees communicate effectively with people who have identified themselves as deaf or hard of hearing. Effective communication with a person who is deaf or hard of hearing involved in an incident -- whether as a victim, witness, suspect, or arrestee -- is essential in ascertaining what actually occurred, the urgency of the matter, and type of situation. Various types of communication aids - known as "auxiliary aids and services" - are used to communicate with people who are deaf or hard of hearing. These include use of gestures or visual aids to supplement oral communication; an exchange of written notes; use of a computer or typewriter; use of assistive listening devices (to amplify sound for persons who are hard of hearing); or use of qualified oral or sign language interpreters. The type of aid that will be required for effective communication will depend on the individual's usual method of communication, and the nature, importance, and duration of the communication at issue. In many circumstances, oral communication supplemented by gestures and visual aids, an exchange of written notes, use of a computer or typewriter, or use of an assistive listening device may be effective. In other circumstances, qualified sign language or oral interpreters are needed to communicate effectively with persons who are deaf or hard of hearing. The more lengthy, complex, and important the communication, the more likely it is that a qualified interpreter will be required for effective communication with a person whose primary means of communication is sign language or speech reading. For example: If there has been an incident and the officer is conducting witness interviews, a qualified sign language interpreter may be required to communicate effectively with someone whose primary means of communication is sign language.

199 Procedure # If a person is asking an officer for directions to a location, gestures and an exchange of written notes will likely be sufficient to communicate effectively and a sign language interpreter is often not required. To serve each individual effectively, primary consideration should be given to the communication aid or service that works best for that person. Officers must ask persons who are deaf or hard of hearing what type of auxiliary aid or service they need. Officers must defer to those expressed choices, unless there is another equally effective way of communicating, given the circumstances, length, complexity, and importance of the communication, as well as the communication skills of the person who is deaf or hard of hearing. The Agency is not required to provide a particular auxiliary aid or service if doing so would fundamentally alter the nature of the law enforcement activity in question, or if it would cause an undue administrative or financial burden. Only the Agency head or his or her designee may make this determination. For example: If the Agency has limited financial resources and providing a particular auxiliary aid would cost a large sum of money, the Agency head may determine that it would be an undue financial burden (note: the Agency's budget as a whole must be considered). In this situation, the most effective means of communication that does not involve an undue burden must be used. The input of people who are deaf or hard of hearing who are involved in incidents is just as important to the law enforcement process as the input of others. Officers must not draw conclusions about incidents unless they fully understand -- and are understood by -- all those involved, including persons who are deaf or hard of hearing. People who are deaf or hard of hearing must never be charged for the cost of an auxiliary aid or service needed for effective communication. ON-CALL INTERPRETIVE SERVICES The Agency will maintain a list of sign language and oral interpreting services that are available (on-call 24 hours per day) and willing to provide qualified interpreters as needed. Each of these services will be chosen after having been screened for the quality and skill of its interpreters, its reliability, and other factors such as cost. The Agency will update this list annually. A qualified sign language or oral interpreter is one who is able to interpret effectively, accurately, and impartially, both receptively and expressively, using any necessary specialized vocabulary. Accordingly, an interpreter must be able to sign to the deaf individual (or interpret orally to the person who does not use sign language) what is being said by the hearing person and to voice to the hearing person what is being signed or said by the deaf individual. The interpreter must be able to interpret in the language the deaf person uses (e.g., American Sign Language or Signed English) and must be familiar with law enforcement terms and phrases. Because a qualified interpreter must be able to interpret impartially, a family member, child, or friend of the individual who is deaf may not be qualified to render the necessary interpretation because of factors such as professional, emotional, or personal involvement, or considerations of confidentiality. Additionally, although a "qualified" interpreter may be certified, a certified interpreter is not necessarily "qualified," if he or she is not a good communications match for the deaf person (e.g., where the deaf person uses Signed English and the interpreter uses American Sign Language) or the situation (e.g., where the interpreter is unfamiliar with law enforcement vocabulary). Certification is not required in order for an interpreter to be "qualified."

200 Procedure # TTY AND RELAY SERVICES In situations when a non-disabled person would have access to a telephone, officers must provide persons who are deaf or hard of hearing the opportunity to place calls using a text telephone (TTY, also known as a telecommunications device for deaf people, or TDD). Officers must also accept telephone calls placed by persons who are deaf or hard of hearing through the Telecommunications Relay Service. TECHNIQUES FOR OFFICERS TO COMMUNICATE EFFECTIVELY Officers must review and have a working knowledge of Guide for Law Enforcement Officers When In Contact With People Who Are Deaf or Hard of Hearing. This document reviews how officers should communicate effectively in the types of situations officers will encounter. These situations include: - Issuing a non-criminal or motor vehicle citation. Communicating with a person who initiates contact with an officer. Interviewing a victim or critical witness to an incident. Questioning a person who is a suspect in a crime. Making an arrest or taking a person into custody. Issuing Miranda Warnings to a person under arrest or in custody. Interrogating a person under arrest or in custody. TYPES OF AUXILIARY AIDS AND SERVICES Officers must utilize the following auxiliary aids, when available, to communicate effectively: Use of gestures Use of visual aids Exchange of written notes Use of computers or typewriters Use of assistive listening devices Use of teletypewriters (TTY's) Use of qualified oral or sign language interpreters Communicating with People Who Are Deaf or Hard of Hearing ADA Guide for Palos Park Police Officers As a law enforcement officer, you can expect to come into contact with people who are deaf or hard of hearing. It is estimated that up to nine percent of the population has some degree of hearing loss, and this percentage will increase as the population ages. Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), people who are deaf or hard of hearing are entitled to the same services law enforcement provides to anyone else. They may not be excluded or segregated from services, be denied services, or otherwise be treated differently than other people. Law enforcement agencies must make efforts to ensure that their personnel communicate effectively with people whose disability affects hearing. This applies to both sworn and civilian personnel. A driver who is deaf writes on a pad of paper to communicate with an officer.