Department personnel are responsible for department vehicles while they are signed-out by that employee.
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At the start of the shift, employees will conduct an inspection of their vehicles prior to any use to ensure compliance with department policy and maintenance of equipment.
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Employees must at all times drive vehicles with reasonable care and efficiency.
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Seat belts will be worn by department personnel when using department vehicles.
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Personnel using department vehicles are responsible for keeping the vehicles clean, both interior and exterior. Car washes are available on a contract basis and vehicles should be washed whenever necessary.
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Employees must always lock department vehicles whenever practical and safe to do so.
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No smoking in any department vehicle.
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[Redacted].
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Damage to department vehicles will be reported by original report and according to the accident report procedure.
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Department vehicles that have been used in extreme situations (off-road pursuits, vaulting or striking objects) should be taken to PSG for inspection.
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Vehicles involved in accidents must be taken to PSG for an estimate of damages.
Revised August 25, 2017