AGENCY:       PART 5.

POST FIELD TRAINING MODEL

FIELD TRAINING PROGRAM MANUAL– VOLUME 2 DATE:      

SECTION 16
Traffic

16.1 – 16.5 COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

Contents

16.1 Vehicle Codes

16.2 Impounding/Storing Vehicles
16.3 Vehicle Collisions
16.4 Traffic Control/Direction
16.5 Driving Under the Influence (DUI)
List of Subtopics
Attestation
Instructions to Administrators
Instructions to FTOs

Note to Administrators
In order for POST to review and approve your agency’s Field Training Manual, you MUST submit the following electronic files:
1) POST-approved Field Training Application (Form 2-229)
2) Your department’s Policy & Procedure Manual
3) Your completed Guide (Volumes 1 & 2), including ALL competency requirements covered in Part 5, Sections 1–18.

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LIST OF SUBTOPICS

6.1 VEHICLE CODES 16.4 TRAFFIC CONTROL/DIRECTION

16.1.01 Vehicle Code Laws
16.4.01 Traffic Hand Signals
16.1.02 Vehicle Code Terminology
16.4.02 Directing Traffic Using a Flashlight
16.1.03 Vehicle Code Authority to Arrest
16.4.03 Use of Flares
16.1.04 Common Vehicle Code Violations
16.4.04 Demonstrating Appropriate Traffic Control
16.1.05 Enforcement Options
16.1.06 Completing a Citation 16.5 DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE (DUI)
16.1.07 Promise to Appear 16.5.01 Recognizing Suspected DUI Drivers
16.2 IMPOUNDING/STORING VEHICLES 16.5.02 Sobriety Tests
16.5.03 Chemical Tests
16.2.01 Agency Policy Regarding Tows
16.5.04 Chemical Test Refusals
16.2.02 Towing Authorities
16.5.05 DUI Report Forms
16.2.03 Impounds from Public or Private Property
16.5.06 Handling a Driving Under the Influence Case
16.2.04 Handling a Vehicle Impound/Storage

16.3 VEHICLE COLLISIONS

16.3.01 Preventing Accidents
16.3.02 Primary Duties at Traffic Accident Scene
16.3.03 Agency Policy Regarding Collision Investigations
16.3.04 Removing Vehicles from the Highway
16.3.05 Mandatory Investigations
16.3.06 Collision Investigation Terminology
16.3.07 Factual Diagram
16.3.08 Types of Physical Evidence
16.3.09 Collision Investigation Information
16.3.10 Handling a Traffic Collision

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SECTION 16 TRAFFIC
CHECK ONE ONLY: PHASE 1 PHASE 2 PHASE 3 PHASE 4 PHASE 5

Trainee       FTO      

16.1 VEHICLE CODES

16.1.01 Vehicle Code Laws
The trainee shall discuss the California Vehicle Code laws that pertain to the operation of motor vehicles and shall be able to recognize violations.
Case # (If applicable) Incident #
Reference(s):                  

Received Instruction Competency Demonstrated How Remedial Training How

Signature Date Signature Date Demonstrated? Signature Date Remediated?

FTO:             Field Perform       Field Perform

Role Play Role Play
Written Test Written Test
Trainee:                  
Verbal Test Verbal Test
Comments:
     

Additional Information:
16.1.01 Part A - Reference Agency Policies/Procedures, if applicable (600 characters maximum) N/A
     

16.1.01 Part B - Agency Training Details (field will expand automatically)

     

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16.1.02 Vehicle Code Terminology

The trainee shall define the following terms as used in the California Vehicle Code:
A. Crosswalk G. Motor vehicle
B. Darkness H. Roadway
C. Driver I. School bus
D. Highway J. Sidewalk
E. Intersection K. Vehicle
F. Limit line L. Pedestrian
Case # (If applicable) Incident #
Reference(s):                  

Received Instruction Competency Demonstrated How Remedial Training How

Signature Date Signature Date Demonstrated? Signature Date Remediated?

FTO:             Field Perform       Field Perform

Role Play Role Play
Written Test Written Test
Trainee:                  
Verbal Test Verbal Test
Comments:
     

Additional Information:
16.1.02 Part A - Reference Agency Policies/Procedures, if applicable (600 characters maximum) N/A
     

16.1.02 Part B - Agency Training Details (field will expand automatically)

     

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16.1.03 Vehicle Code Authority to Arrest

The trainee shall review and explain the elements of vehicle code sections giving authority to arrest.
Case # (If applicable) Incident #
Reference(s):                  

Received Instruction Competency Demonstrated How Remedial Training How

Signature Date Signature Date Demonstrated? Signature Date Remediated?

FTO:             Field Perform       Field Perform

Role Play Role Play
Written Test Written Test
Trainee:                  
Verbal Test Verbal Test
Comments:
     

Additional Information:
16.1.03 Part A - Reference Agency Policies/Procedures, if applicable (600 characters maximum) N/A
     

16.1.03 Part B - Agency Training Details (field will expand automatically)

     

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16.1.04 Common Vehicle Code Violations

The trainee shall identify common California Vehicle Code violations by code number and classification. These violations shall minimally include those
dealing with:
A. Vehicle registration and insurance requirements J. U-turns
B. Theft of and tampering with vehicles K. Stopping, standing, and parking
C. Driver’s license and identification cards including suspensions L. Driving under the influence
D. Hit and run M. Equipment violations
E. Traffic control signals N. Fleeing/evading an officer
F. Other traffic control devices O. Reckless driving
G. Driving, overtaking, and passing P. Seatbelt violations
H. Right of way Q. Other public offenses
I. Pedestrians
Case # (If applicable) Incident #
Reference(s):                  

Received Instruction Competency Demonstrated How Remedial Training How

Signature Date Signature Date Demonstrated? Signature Date Remediated?

FTO:             Field Perform       Field Perform

Role Play Role Play
Written Test Written Test
Trainee:                  
Verbal Test Verbal Test
Comments:
     

Additional Information:
16.1.04 Part A - Reference Agency Policies/Procedures, if applicable (600 characters maximum) N/A
     

16.1.04 Part B - Agency Training Details (field will expand automatically)

     

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16.1.05 Enforcement Options

The trainee shall discuss enforcement options after observing a traffic violation, including:
A. Verbal warning C. Physical Arrest
B. Issuing a citation
Case # (If applicable) Incident #
Reference(s):                  

Received Instruction Competency Demonstrated How Remedial Training How

Signature Date Signature Date Demonstrated? Signature Date Remediated?
Field Perform Field Perform
FTO:                  
Role Play Role Play
Written Test Written Test
Trainee:             Verbal Test       Verbal Test
Comments:
     

Additional Information:
16.1.05 Part A - Reference Agency Policies/Procedures, if applicable (600 characters maximum) N/A
     

16.1.05 Part B - Agency Training Details (field will expand automatically)

     

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16.1.06 Completing a Citation

The trainee shall properly and legibly complete a citation for an observed traffic offense within a reasonable amount of time.
Case # (If applicable) Incident #
Reference(s):                  

Received Instruction Competency Demonstrated How Remedial Training How

Signature Date Signature Date Demonstrated? Signature Date Remediated?

FTO:             Field Perform       Field Perform

Role Play Role Play
Written Test Written Test
Trainee:                  
Verbal Test Verbal Test
Comments:
     

Additional Information:
16.1.06 Part A - Reference Agency Policies/Procedures, if applicable (600 characters maximum) N/A
     

16.1.06 Part B - Agency Training Details (field will expand automatically)

     

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16.1.07 Promise to Appear

The trainee shall explain that the required signature of a violator on a citation is not an admission of guilt, but a promise to appear.
Case # (If applicable) Incident #
Reference(s):                  

Received Instruction Competency Demonstrated How Remedial Training How

Signature Date Signature Date Demonstrated? Signature Date Remediated?

FTO:             Field Perform       Field Perform

Role Play Role Play
Written Test Written Test
Trainee:                  
Verbal Test Verbal Test
Comments:
     

Additional Information:
16.1.07 Part A - Reference Agency Policies/Procedures, if applicable (600 characters maximum) N/A
     

16.1.07 Part B - Agency Training Details (field will expand automatically)

     

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16.2 IMPOUNDING/STORING VEHICLES

16.2.01 Agency Policy Regarding Tows
The trainee shall review and explain the agency’s policy regarding towing procedures.
Case # (If applicable) Incident #
Reference(s):                  

Received Instruction Competency Demonstrated How Remedial Training How

Signature Date Signature Date Demonstrated? Signature Date Remediated?

FTO:             Field Perform       Field Perform

Role Play Role Play
Written Test Written Test
Trainee:                  
Verbal Test Verbal Test
Comments:
     

Additional Information:
16.2.01 Part A - Reference Agency Policies/Procedures, if applicable (600 characters maximum) N/A
     

16.2.01 Part B - Agency Training Details (field will expand automatically)

     

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16.2.02 Towing Authorities

The trainee shall identify and explain situations where he or she may have the authority to remove, store, and/or impound vehicles, including:
A. Abandoned vehicles – VEH 22669(a) F. Held for investigation –VEH 22655.5
B. Traffic hazards– VEH 22651(b) G. Involved in hit and run – VEH 22655 or VEH 22653(b)
C. Incident to an arrest– VEH 22651(h) H. VIN removed – VEH 10751
D. Stored for safekeeping – VEH 22651(g) I. Held for operation by unlicensed driver – VEH 22651(p)
E. Stolen, recovered, and not released in the field – VEH 22651(c) and
VEH 22653(a)
Case # (If applicable) Incident #
Reference(s):                  

Received Instruction Competency Demonstrated How Remedial Training How

Signature Date Signature Date Demonstrated? Signature Date Remediated?

FTO:             Field Perform       Field Perform

Role Play Role Play
Written Test Written Test
Trainee:                  
Verbal Test Verbal Test
Comments:
     

Additional Information:
16.2.02 Part A - Reference Agency Policies/Procedures, if applicable (600 characters maximum) N/A
     

16.2.02 Part B - Agency Training Details (field will expand automatically)

     

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16.2.03 Impounds from Public or Private Property

The trainee shall discuss the legal authorities and instances, which permit an officer to remove, impound, and/or store a vehicle from public and/or private
property.
Case # (If applicable) Incident #
Reference(s):                  

Received Instruction Competency Demonstrated How Remedial Training How

Signature Date Signature Date Demonstrated? Signature Date Remediated?

FTO:             Field Perform       Field Perform

Role Play Role Play
Written Test Written Test
Trainee:                  
Verbal Test Verbal Test
Comments:
     

Additional Information:
16.2.03 Part A - Reference Agency Policies/Procedures, if applicable (600 characters maximum) N/A
     

16.2.03 Part B - Agency Training Details (field will expand automatically)

     

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16.2.04 Handling a Vehicle Impound/Storage

Given an incident in which a vehicle is to b e impounded or stored, the trainee shall impound or store the vehicle in an authorized manner. This shall
minimally include:
A. Compliance with state law C. Completion of all required reports in a satisfactory manner
B. Compliance with agency policy
Case # (If applicable) Incident #
Reference(s):                  

Received Instruction Competency Demonstrated How Remedial Training How

Signature Date Signature Date Demonstrated? Signature Date Remediated?

FTO:             Field Perform       Field Perform

Role Play Role Play
Written Test Written Test
Trainee:                  
Verbal Test Verbal Test
Comments:
     

Additional Information:
16.2.04 Part A - Reference Agency Policies/Procedures, if applicable (600 characters maximum) N/A
     

16.2.04 Part B - Agency Training Details (field will expand automatically)

     

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16.3 VEHICLE COLLISIONS

16.3.01 Preventing Accidents
The trainee shall discuss an officer’s responsibilities in preventing accidents in the community, including:
A. Education E. Environmental factors that detract from traffic safety
B. Enforcement F. Development of positive inter-agency relationships with road/street
C. Proactive engineering recommendations department, public works, planning, and traffic safety commission.
D. Patrol awareness (including assisting stranded motorists)
Case # (If applicable) Incident #
Reference(s):                  

Received Instruction Competency Demonstrated How Remedial Training How

Signature Date Signature Date Demonstrated? Signature Date Remediated?

FTO:             Field Perform       Field Perform

Role Play Role Play
Written Test Written Test
Trainee:                  
Verbal Test Verbal Test
Comments:
     

Additional Information:
16.3.01 Part A - Reference Agency Policies/Procedures, if applicable (600 characters maximum) N/A
     

16.3.01 Part B - Agency Training Details (field will expand automatically)

     

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16.3.02 Primary Duties at Traffic Accident Scene

The trainee shall explain the primary duties of an officer at any traffic accident scene, including:
A. Determining injuries and need for emergency first aid treatment D. Ascertaining the need for medics/ambulance service
B. Protecting the scene, including persons and property involved E. Considering the need for tow services
C. Appropriate use of flares (away from flammable materials, spilled fuel, F. Determining the need for further assistance
etc.)
Case # (If applicable) Incident #
Reference(s):                  

Received Instruction Competency Demonstrated How Remedial Training How

Signature Date Signature Date Demonstrated? Signature Date Remediated?

FTO:             Field Perform       Field Perform

Role Play Role Play
Written Test Written Test
Trainee:                  
Verbal Test Verbal Test
Comments:
     

Additional Information:
16.3.02 Part A - Reference Agency Policies/Procedures, if applicable (600 characters maximum) N/A
     

16.3.02 Part B - Agency Training Details (field will expand automatically)

     

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16.3.03 Agency Policy Regarding Collision Investigations

The trainee shall review and explain the agency’s policy regarding traffic collision investigation and reporting.
Case # (If applicable) Incident #
Reference(s):                  

Received Instruction Competency Demonstrated How Remedial Training How

Signature Date Signature Date Demonstrated? Signature Date Remediated?

FTO:             Field Perform       Field Perform

Role Play Role Play
Written Test Written Test
Trainee:                  
Verbal Test Verbal Test
Comments:
     

Additional Information:
16.3.03 Part A - Reference Agency Policies/Procedures, if applicable (600 characters maximum) N/A
     

16.3.03 Part B - Agency Training Details (field will expand automatically)

     

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16.3.04 Removing Vehicles from the Highway

The trainee shall discuss advantages and disadvantages of immediately removing (or having removed) from the highway all vehicles involved in a traffic
accident.
Case # (If applicable) Incident #
Reference(s):                  

Received Instruction Competency Demonstrated How Remedial Training How

Signature Date Signature Date Demonstrated? Signature Date Remediated?

FTO:             Field Perform       Field Perform

Role Play Role Play
Written Test Written Test
Trainee:                  
Verbal Test Verbal Test
Comments:
     

Additional Information:
16.3.04 Part A - Reference Agency Policies/Procedures, if applicable (600 characters maximum) N/A
     

16.3.04 Part B - Agency Training Details (field will expand automatically)

     

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16.3.05 Mandatory Investigations

The trainee shall discuss the instances when a traffic accident must be investigated by law and agency policy. These instances shall minimally include any:
A. Injury accidents C. Accidents involving suspected drunk drivers
B. Hit and run accidents D. Accident involving city, county, or state property
Case # (If applicable) Incident #
Reference(s):                  

Received Instruction Competency Demonstrated How Remedial Training How

Signature Date Signature Date Demonstrated? Signature Date Remediated?

FTO:             Field Perform       Field Perform

Role Play Role Play
Written Test Written Test
Trainee:                  
Verbal Test Verbal Test
Comments:
     

Additional Information:
16.3.05 Part A - Reference Agency Policies/Procedures, if applicable (600 characters maximum) N/A
     

16.3.05 Part B - Agency Training Details (field will expand automatically)

     

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16.3.06 Collision Investigation Terminology

The trainee shall review and discuss the terms relevant to traffic collision investigations, to include:
A. Accident or Collision – An unintentional event that causes damage, F. In Transport – The state or condition of a vehicle when it is in use
injury, or death primarily for moving persons or property (including the vehicle itself)
B. Area of Impact – The geographical location at which the involved parties from one to place to another
came into contact, as a result of the vehicle collision, with one another, G. Other Parties – A person other than the operator of the motor vehicle
another object, or a surface (includes driverless vehicle, a vehicle being towed by other than a rigid
C. Classification of Injuries – Complaint of pain, fatal injury, severe injury, tow bar or tow truck, animal drawn conveyances, injured equestrians,
and other visible injuries injured parties in a train, airplane or cable car, or in highway construction
equipment not in transport, injured parties in or upon a structure)
D. Coefficient of Friction – Measure of adhesion between two surfaces
(e.g., a tire and the roadway); the lower the coefficient of friction, the H. Primary Collision Factor – The one element or driving action, which in the
more slippery the road surface officer’s opinion best describes the primary or main cause of the collision
E. Deliberate Intent – An intentional act that directly or indirectly involves a I. Witness – A person other than an involved party or a passenger who can
motor vehicle in transport that purposely causes damage to property or provide information relevant to the accident
injury to any person
Case # (If applicable) Incident #
Reference(s):                  

Received Instruction Competency Demonstrated How Remedial Training How

Signature Date Signature Date Demonstrated? Signature Date Remediated?

FTO:             Field Perform       Field Perform

Role Play Role Play
Written Test Written Test
Trainee:                  
Verbal Test Verbal Test
Comments:
     

Additional Information:
16.3.06 Part A - Reference Agency Policies/Procedures, if applicable (600 characters maximum) N/A
     

16.3.06 Part B - Agency Training Details (field will expand automatically)

     

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16.3.07 Factual Diagram

The trainee shall identify the basic elements necessary to complete a factual diagram and/or sketch when investigating the scene of a traffic collision. The
elements are:
A. Indications of compass direction C. Use of appropriate illustrations
B. Measurement of the scene in proportion, but not necessarily to scale D. Determining the area of impact and the point of rest
Case # (If applicable) Incident #
Reference(s):                  

Received Instruction Competency Demonstrated How Remedial Training How

Signature Date Signature Date Demonstrated? Signature Date Remediated?

FTO:             Field Perform       Field Perform

Role Play Role Play
Written Test Written Test
Trainee:                  
Verbal Test Verbal Test
Comments:
     

Additional Information:
16.3.07 Part A - Reference Agency Policies/Procedures, if applicable (600 characters maximum) N/A
     

16.3.07 Part B - Agency Training Details (field will expand automatically)

     

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16.3.08 Types of Physical Evidence

The trainee shall identify types of physical evidence used to determine the cause of a collision, including:
A. Locked wheel skid, critical speed scuff, impending skid, side skids, and B. Debris, glass, vehicle parts, fluids, and other related property damage
acceleration scuff C. Photographs of the scene
Case # (If applicable) Incident #
Reference(s):                  

Received Instruction Competency Demonstrated How Remedial Training How

Signature Date Signature Date Demonstrated? Signature Date Remediated?

FTO:             Field Perform       Field Perform

Role Play Role Play
Written Test Written Test
Trainee:                  
Verbal Test Verbal Test
Comments:
     

Additional Information:
16.3.08 Part A - Reference Agency Policies/Procedures, if applicable (600 characters maximum) N/A
     

16.3.08 Part B - Agency Training Details (field will expand automatically)

     

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16.3.09 Collision Investigation Information

The trainee shall identify information to be obtained during a collision investigation interview, including:
A. Identity of the involved parties and vehicle information C. Chronology of collision events
B. Time and location of collision events D. Elements unique to hit and run collisions, if applicable
Case # (If applicable) Incident #
Reference(s):                  

Received Instruction Competency Demonstrated How Remedial Training How

Signature Date Signature Date Demonstrated? Signature Date Remediated?

FTO:             Field Perform       Field Perform

Role Play Role Play
Written Test Written Test
Trainee:                  
Verbal Test Verbal Test
Comments:
     

Additional Information:
16.3.09 Part A - Reference Agency Policies/Procedures, if applicable (600 characters maximum) N/A
     

16.3.09 Part B - Agency Training Details (field will expand automatically)

     

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16.3.10 Handling a Traffic Collision

Given a traffic accident, the trainee shall respond in a safe, efficient, and effective manner, and shall properly and accurately report the accident according to
agency policy, including identification of the primary collision factor, along with any associated collision factors.
Case # (If applicable) Incident #
Reference(s):                  

Received Instruction Competency Demonstrated How Remedial Training How

Signature Date Signature Date Demonstrated? Signature Date Remediated?

FTO:             Field Perform       Field Perform

Role Play Role Play
Written Test Written Test
Trainee:                  
Verbal Test Verbal Test
Comments:
     

Additional Information:
16.3.10 Part A - Reference Agency Policies/Procedures, if applicable (600 characters maximum) N/A
     

16.3.10 Part B - Agency Training Details (field will expand automatically)

     

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16.4 TRAFFIC CONTROL/DIRECTION

16.4.01 Traffic Hand Signals
The trainee shall demonstrate recognized traffic hand signals used to direct a driver to include:
A. Stop D. Turn right
B. Start E. Turn left
C. Keep moving F. Make a U-turn
Case # (If applicable) Incident #
Reference(s):                  

Received Instruction Competency Demonstrated How Remedial Training How

Signature Date Signature Date Demonstrated? Signature Date Remediated?

FTO:             Field Perform       Field Perform

Role Play Role Play
Written Test Written Test
Trainee:                  
Verbal Test Verbal Test
Comments:
     

Additional Information:
16.4.01 Part A - Reference Agency Policies/Procedures, if applicable (600 characters maximum) N/A
     

16.4.01 Part B - Agency Training Details (field will expand automatically)

     

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16.4.02 Directing Traffic Using a Flashlight

The trainee shall demonstrate a method for using the flashlight to direct traffic in the hours of darkness.
Case # (If applicable) Incident #
Reference(s):                  

Received Instruction Competency Demonstrated How Remedial Training How

Signature Date Signature Date Demonstrated? Signature Date Remediated?

FTO:             Field Perform       Field Perform

Role Play Role Play
Written Test Written Test
Trainee:                  
Verbal Test Verbal Test
Comments:
     

Additional Information:
16.4.02 Part A - Reference Agency Policies/Procedures, if applicable (600 characters maximum) N/A
     

16.4.02 Part B - Agency Training Details (field will expand automatically)

     

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16.4.03 Use of Flares

The trainee shall explain flare patterns, and be able to safely light and extinguish a flare.
Case # (If applicable) Incident #
Reference(s):                  

Received Instruction Competency Demonstrated How Remedial Training How

Signature Date Signature Date Demonstrated? Signature Date Remediated?

FTO:             Field Perform       Field Perform

Role Play Role Play
Written Test Written Test
Trainee:                  
Verbal Test Verbal Test
Comments:
     

Additional Information:
16.4.03 Part A - Reference Agency Policies/Procedures, if applicable (600 characters maximum) N/A
     

16.4.03 Part B - Agency Training Details (field will expand automatically)

     

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16.4.04 Demonstrating Appropriate Traffic Control

Given a handout or exercise depicting an accident scene, the trainee shall mark where to place particular types of traffic control devices that will best protect
persons and property with regard to the presences of flammable materials and traffic flow.
Case # (If applicable) Incident #
Reference(s):                  

Received Instruction Competency Demonstrated How Remedial Training How

Signature Date Signature Date Demonstrated? Signature Date Remediated?

FTO:             Field Perform       Field Perform

Role Play Role Play
Written Test Written Test
Trainee:                  
Verbal Test Verbal Test
Comments:
     

Additional Information:
16.4.04 Part A - Reference Agency Policies/Procedures, if applicable (600 characters maximum) N/A
     

16.4.04 Part B - Agency Training Details (field will expand automatically)

     

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16.5 DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE (DUI)

16.5.01 Recognizing Suspected DUI Drivers
The trainee shall recognize and explain the common behaviors and driving patterns of a person suspected of driving under the influence.
Case # (If applicable) Incident #
Reference(s):                  

Received Instruction Competency Demonstrated How Remedial Training How

Signature Date Signature Date Demonstrated? Signature Date Remediated?

FTO:             Field Perform       Field Perform

Role Play Role Play
Written Test Written Test
Trainee:                  
Verbal Test Verbal Test
Comments:
     

Additional Information:
16.5.01 Part A - Reference Agency Policies/Procedures, if applicable (600 characters maximum) N/A
     

16.5.01 Part B - Agency Training Details (field will expand automatically)

     

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16.5.02 Sobriety Tests

The trainee shall explain and demonstrate the sobriety tests used by the agency.
Case # (If applicable) Incident #
Reference(s):                  

Received Instruction Competency Demonstrated How Remedial Training How

Signature Date Signature Date Demonstrated? Signature Date Remediated?

FTO:             Field Perform       Field Perform

Role Play Role Play
Written Test Written Test
Trainee:                  
Verbal Test Verbal Test
Comments:
     

Additional Information:
16.5.02 Part A - Reference Agency Policies/Procedures, if applicable (600 characters maximum) N/A
     

16.5.02 Part B - Agency Training Details (field will expand automatically)

     

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16.5.03 Chemical Tests

The trainee shall explain the law and agency policy regarding chemical tests, including how, when, where, and by whom these tests may be given, and the
acceptable level of force which may be used to obtain samples.
Case # (If applicable) Incident #
Reference(s):                  

Received Instruction Competency Demonstrated How Remedial Training How

Signature Date Signature Date Demonstrated? Signature Date Remediated?

FTO:             Field Perform       Field Perform

Role Play Role Play
Written Test Written Test
Trainee:                  
Verbal Test Verbal Test
Comments:
     

Additional Information:
16.5.03 Part A - Reference Agency Policies/Procedures, if applicable (600 characters maximum) N/A
     

16.5.03 Part B - Agency Training Details (field will expand automatically)

     

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16.5.04 Chemical Test Refusals

The trainee shall explain the law and agency policy regarding processing persons who refuse chemical testing.
Case # (If applicable) Incident #
Reference(s):                  

Received Instruction Competency Demonstrated How Remedial Training How

Signature Date Signature Date Demonstrated? Signature Date Remediated?

FTO:             Field Perform       Field Perform

Role Play Role Play
Written Test Written Test
Trainee:                  
Verbal Test Verbal Test
Comments:
     

Additional Information:
16.5.04 Part A - Reference Agency Policies/Procedures, if applicable (600 characters maximum) N/A
     

16.5.04 Part B - Agency Training Details (field will expand automatically)

     

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16.5.05 DUI Report Forms

The trainee shall identify the report forms to be used for driving under the influence cases.
Case # (If applicable) Incident #
Reference(s):                  

Received Instruction Competency Demonstrated How Remedial Training How

Signature Date Signature Date Demonstrated? Signature Date Remediated?

FTO:             Field Perform       Field Perform

Role Play Role Play
Written Test Written Test
Trainee:                  
Verbal Test Verbal Test
Comments:
     

Additional Information:
16.5.05 Part A - Reference Agency Policies/Procedures, if applicable (600 characters maximum) N/A
     

16.5.05 Part B - Agency Training Details (field will expand automatically)

     

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16.5.06 Handling a Driving Under the Influence Case

Given a situation where a vehicle operator may be driving under the influence, the trainee shall demonstrate the ability to conduct the field and chemical
test(s) in a safe and effective manner and shall properly and accurately report the incident.
Case # (If applicable) Incident #
Reference(s):                  

Received Instruction Competency Demonstrated How Remedial Training How

Signature Date Signature Date Demonstrated? Signature Date Remediated?

FTO:             Field Perform       Field Perform

Role Play Role Play
Written Test Written Test
Trainee:                  
Verbal Test Verbal Test
Comments:
     

Additional Information:
16.5.06 Part A - Reference Agency Policies/Procedures, if applicable (600 characters maximum) N/A
     

16.5.06 Part B - Agency Training Details (field will expand automatically)

     

See next page for Attestation

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Part 5 – Section 16: Traffic

ATTESTATION FOR SECTION 16

TO ENTER YOUR ELECTRONIC SIGNATURE:
 Export your file as a PDF. (Go to File > Export > Create PDF/XPS Document)
 Click on “Fill & sign” > Click on “Sign” icon at top of page > Click on “Add signature”
 Click on the “Image” icon > Click “Select image” > Locate your signature file > Click “Apply” to place your signature.
 Enter your full name next to your signature.

YOUR ELECTRONIC SIGNATURES VERIFY that the Field Training Officer (FTO) and trainee attest to the following:
1. The FTO(s) provided all instruction, training, and related feedback/comments to the trainee in accordance with the agency’s training
requirements for this portion of the Field Training Program.
2. The trainee demonstrated all competencies required for this portion of the Field Training Program.
3. If remedial training was performed, the results were reviewed by the appropriate FTO(s) and accepted by the trainee.
4. The final evaluation of the trainee’s performance for this portion of the Field Training Program were approved by the FTO(s) and accepted
by the trainee.

Primary Field Training Officer: X Print Full Name:________________________________________

Trainee: X Print Full Name:________________________________________

IMPORTANT: After signing the Attestation, the file will be “locked” and CANNOT BE MODIFIED. If you need to make changes, both signatures must be
removed and re-entered after the final revisions have been made.
To remove the electronic signature: Click on the signature > Click on the trash icon.

See the following pages for Instructions for Administrators and FTOs

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How to Complete Volume II (Sections 1–18)

INSTRUCTIONS FOR ADMINISTRATORS

Volume II of the Field Training Manual consists of 18 Sections. Each Section is provided as a separate file on the POST website. Prior to submitting your FTP
Manual to POST for review, you must complete all 18 Sections and include them as part of your Manual.
1. Set up: Keep a Master copy of each Section file for reference. Make a copy of the file to use for agency-specific entries.
2. For each Section (1–18):
 Open the applicable file and add agency name and date (M/Y) at the top of page 1. (Do NOT alter any other portions of the file, with the
exclusion of Parts A and B.)
 For each subsection, complete Parts A and B.
Part A: Input relevant policy references from Department Policy Manual (ex. Sacramento SD Policy: Use of Force).
Part B: Input agency training details.
3. After completing ALL sections (1–18), you are required to submit the following materials via email to POST for review and approval (do NOT send
printed copies):
1) Volume I and Volume II (Sections 1-18)
2) POST 2-229 Form (scanned copy of signed original)
3) Department Policy Manual
4. Mail your POST 2-229 Form to:
Commission on POST
Field Training
860 Stillwater Road, Suite 100
West Sacramento, CA 95605
See next page for Instructions for Field Training Officers

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How to Complete Volume II (Sections 1–18)

INSTRUCTIONS FOR FIELD TRAINING OFFICERS (FTOs)

Volume II of the Field Training Manual consists of 18 Sections. Each Section has been customized by your agency administrator(s) to include references to
policies and procedures and training details to meet your agency’s Field Training Program requirements. Each file is provided as a separate file. For each
Section (1–18), complete all tables for each topic.
1. Set up: Keep an unchanged copy of each section file as a master for reference. Make a copy of the file to use for your training sessions.
2. Tracking your training sessions:
 Upon completing each competency, enter the FTO and trainee names and dates, and how the competency was demonstrated, into the
applicable tables.
 Enter any note-worthy comments related to the trainee’s performance.
3. If trainee requires remedial training:
 Enter the FTO and trainee names and dates, and how the competency was remediated, to show that each competency was completed.
 Enter any additional note-worthy comments related to the trainee’s performance.
4. Attestation: After all competencies have been performed, including any remedial training, the primary FTO and trainee MUST enter their electronic
signatures on the Attestation page (see instructions) to verify that the trainee has completed this portion of the Field Training Program.

End Section

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