CDCR Major 1 Questions with Correct Answers 2026 | Complete CDCR Major 1 Exam Prep, Practice Test & Study Guide

CDCR MAJOR 1 QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT ANSWERS b b b b b b




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Identify what questions to ask when assigned to a new post. - CORRECT ANSWER
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-- What is the "post" number?
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-What time does the shift start?
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-Do I relieve someone?
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-Where is the post located? b b b b




Identify which items are required for you to bring into the institution - CORRECT ANSWER -
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• Proper uniform, belt, leather gear, etc.
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• CDCR ID card b b




• Personal CPR mouth shield b b b




• Whistle

• Weapons qualification card (commonly referred to as a "gold card")b b b b b b b b b




• Protective vest b




• Chits (8-10; varies by institution)
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• Duty belt, key clip, personal alarm device (PAD) holder, MK9 holder, handcuff case, etc.
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Identify which personal items are authorized for you to bring into the institution. -
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CORRECT ANSWER -• Personal keys
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• Driver's license b




• Lunch box; igloo type cooler (plastic or soft sided)
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• Thermos or water bottle, generally one gallon • A notebook and pen
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Identify which personal items are not authorized for you to bring into the institution. -
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CORRECT ANSWER -• Briefcases or attached cases (unauthorized for non-supervisory staff)
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• Pocket knives (regardless of blade length)
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,• Personal electronic devices (i.e., cell phones, gaming devices, smart watches, etc.)
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• Handbags or purses b b




• Any extra clothing
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• Personal tools (includes metal eating utensils)
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• Glass beverage or glass food containers
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• Personal restraint equipment; handcuff keys
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• Personal weapons b




• Newspapers, magazines b




• Anything that might jeopardize the safety and security of the institution
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Identify the actions to take when reporting to your assignment. - CORRECT ANSWER -
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• Sign in on the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) sheet
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• Receive equipment b




• Review logbook entries b b




• Read post ordersb b




• Conduct security check • Inventory (if applicable)
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Identify what to look for when conducting a security check. A security check is a visual and
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ph ysical check of your area. Things you should look for during your security check are: -
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• Anyone hurt or injured (injury sustained while playing basketball or shaving.)
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• Any unusual behavior.
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• Damaged or altered equipment. b b b




• Status of emergency systems.
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• Fire hazards.
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• Evidence of potential escape. b b b

, Status of emergency systems: - CORRECT ANSWER -• PAD activation
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box— a test of alarms is normally completed on third or first watch.
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• Smoke detectors b




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• Security indicator lights for open doors or fire exits— b b b b b b b b




these exist on control panels. Usually there is a test button, when pushed, indicates all
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lamps work
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Physical security checks: - CORRECT ANSWER -Physically inspect your area for IP's
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tampering
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• Pull or push on doors/gates to ensure they are locked/secured
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. • Open cabinets and lockers to inspect the contents
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. • Unlock bar boxes and inspect the levers.
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• Physically inspect your area of responsibility b b b b b




Identify the difference between professional ethics and personal values - CORRECT
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ANSWER - Professional Ethics -
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Standards of behavior associated with a chosen career, often codified into a written
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document of principles that distinguish professionalism (embodied in the Law Enforcement
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Code of Ethic s.)
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Learned from family, friends, church, and school. Includes honesty, keeping your word,
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keepin g a secret, loyalty to family, friends, special groups, even your community, and
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respect for prop erty. These values provide a framework for deciding what behaviors are
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good or bad
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CDCR's mission statement. - CORRECT ANSWER -
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To facilitate the successful reintegration of the individuals in our care back to their
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communitie s equipped with the tools to be drug-
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free, healthy, and employable members of society by providing education, treatment,
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rehabilit ative, and restorative justice programs, all in a safe and humane environment.
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