EMERGENCY VEHICLE OPERATIONS
(EVOC) UPDATED ACTUAL Exam
Questions and CORRECT Answers
List the goals of the Emergency Vehicle Operations Course: - CORRECT ANSWER -
Reduce the number of crashes police officers are involved in.
2. Reduce the severity of crashes that do occur.
3. Increase your efficiency as a driver, thereby increasing your efficiency
as an officer.
4. Impress upon the officer the responsibility, liability, and personal risk
associated with emergency vehicle operation.
04.06.02 Define the importance of a mature judgment process for a driver: - CORRECT
ANSWER - • More injuries and deaths usually occur each year from law enforcement
related traffic accidents, than from police shootouts. Thus, it should be immediately clear how
much of an ethical responsibility you have to not make driving mistakes, especially during
emergencies. This is easier said than done. Operating an emergency vehicle during a true
emergency demands a total command of all the skills that will be presented during this course.
You cannot afford to view this course simply as it is fun to do. This is a serious business. 2
causes of vehicle accidents: Misuse or Overuse of Steering and Brakes.
• A mature driver uses prior experiences and skill to avoid potentially dangerous situations.
Attitude is critical to a mature judgment process. Knowledge of personal and vehicle limits is
critical.
04.06.03 Identify the importance of the driver's attitude in relation to the ability to operate a
motor vehicle: - CORRECT ANSWER - • Professional Police Driving: Judgment,
Attitude, Environment, Vehicle, and Pro-active. Attitude has the greatest influence on an officer's
driving performance and judgment process!! We must be courteous drivers, we must set an
example for others, above all we must be professional, and the public has a right to expect this
from us. Self-Discipline, and it takes desire and work.
04.06.04 Identify the importance of driving within your personal and vehicle limitations: -
CORRECT ANSWER - • Leave room for mechanical and human error- sometimes things
, break. Drive at 70 - 80% of your personal skill level. Drive the vehicle at 70 - 80% of its overall
capability.
04.06.05 Define proactive driving: - CORRECT ANSWER - • Instead of driving around
waiting for something to happen that forces you to react, drive in a manner which influences and
controls the driving environment, encouraging other drivers to make anticipated movements. You
must still be ready to react to unanticipated actions of other drivers but a proactive mind tends to
eliminate lag time and shorten the time to analyze a situation and act on it. Remember PRO-
Active is driving to achieve a desired outcome. It should not be bothersome or offensive to
others.
04.06.06 Identify ethical dilemmas that may arise during emergency vehicle operations: -
CORRECT ANSWER - • Am I acting out of anger, lust, greed, peer pressure? What would
I do if my family were standing behind me? Is it worth my job, and is it legal.
04.06.07 Identify items to consider when conducting pre-driving vehicle inspections: -
CORRECT ANSWER - • Inspect vehicle every day prior to going on shift. Accidents
could be prevented by a simple five minute physical and visual inspection of your vehicle.
• Simple Five step vehicle inspection - CORRECT ANSWER - Approach: Vehicle attitude-
Vehicle leaning, Sagging springs- vehicle suspension system is very important for safe and
effective patrol car operation. Body damage, Leaks, puddles etc. 2) Circle and Look: Head, tail,
brake, back-up, and emergency lights, tires (less than 2/32 inch), cracked or bent rims, loose lug
nuts, windshield wipers. Tires: Over-Inflation- very prone to hydroplaning, wears on the center
of the tire. Under-Inflation- will not perform at extremes, not last as long, will wear on the
outside of the tire. One (1) or Two (2) pound (+/-) of the manufacturer recommended PSI.
Conduct inspection when tires are cold. 3) Under the Hood: Check under the hood, Fluid levels,
belts and hoses, loose wires/ parts, and seepage. 4) Interior: Check all equipment including
control switches, gauges, indicator lights, mirrors, safety equipment, etc. Cleanliness. 5) Vehicle
in motion: Steering, brakes, suspension, and acceleration.
04.06.08 Identify the person who is ultimately responsible for the condition of a motor vehicle: -
CORRECT ANSWER - • Officer safety is dependent on the vehicle. It is your life you are
trusting to a poorly maintained vehicle. Well maintained vehicles have fewer problems and are
easier to control. Most law enforcement agencies require their patrol officers to inspect their
patrol vehicle and equipment before they begin their tour of duty. The way you choose to care for
your equipment may determine if you, a citizen or another officer may live or die someday.
(EVOC) UPDATED ACTUAL Exam
Questions and CORRECT Answers
List the goals of the Emergency Vehicle Operations Course: - CORRECT ANSWER -
Reduce the number of crashes police officers are involved in.
2. Reduce the severity of crashes that do occur.
3. Increase your efficiency as a driver, thereby increasing your efficiency
as an officer.
4. Impress upon the officer the responsibility, liability, and personal risk
associated with emergency vehicle operation.
04.06.02 Define the importance of a mature judgment process for a driver: - CORRECT
ANSWER - • More injuries and deaths usually occur each year from law enforcement
related traffic accidents, than from police shootouts. Thus, it should be immediately clear how
much of an ethical responsibility you have to not make driving mistakes, especially during
emergencies. This is easier said than done. Operating an emergency vehicle during a true
emergency demands a total command of all the skills that will be presented during this course.
You cannot afford to view this course simply as it is fun to do. This is a serious business. 2
causes of vehicle accidents: Misuse or Overuse of Steering and Brakes.
• A mature driver uses prior experiences and skill to avoid potentially dangerous situations.
Attitude is critical to a mature judgment process. Knowledge of personal and vehicle limits is
critical.
04.06.03 Identify the importance of the driver's attitude in relation to the ability to operate a
motor vehicle: - CORRECT ANSWER - • Professional Police Driving: Judgment,
Attitude, Environment, Vehicle, and Pro-active. Attitude has the greatest influence on an officer's
driving performance and judgment process!! We must be courteous drivers, we must set an
example for others, above all we must be professional, and the public has a right to expect this
from us. Self-Discipline, and it takes desire and work.
04.06.04 Identify the importance of driving within your personal and vehicle limitations: -
CORRECT ANSWER - • Leave room for mechanical and human error- sometimes things
, break. Drive at 70 - 80% of your personal skill level. Drive the vehicle at 70 - 80% of its overall
capability.
04.06.05 Define proactive driving: - CORRECT ANSWER - • Instead of driving around
waiting for something to happen that forces you to react, drive in a manner which influences and
controls the driving environment, encouraging other drivers to make anticipated movements. You
must still be ready to react to unanticipated actions of other drivers but a proactive mind tends to
eliminate lag time and shorten the time to analyze a situation and act on it. Remember PRO-
Active is driving to achieve a desired outcome. It should not be bothersome or offensive to
others.
04.06.06 Identify ethical dilemmas that may arise during emergency vehicle operations: -
CORRECT ANSWER - • Am I acting out of anger, lust, greed, peer pressure? What would
I do if my family were standing behind me? Is it worth my job, and is it legal.
04.06.07 Identify items to consider when conducting pre-driving vehicle inspections: -
CORRECT ANSWER - • Inspect vehicle every day prior to going on shift. Accidents
could be prevented by a simple five minute physical and visual inspection of your vehicle.
• Simple Five step vehicle inspection - CORRECT ANSWER - Approach: Vehicle attitude-
Vehicle leaning, Sagging springs- vehicle suspension system is very important for safe and
effective patrol car operation. Body damage, Leaks, puddles etc. 2) Circle and Look: Head, tail,
brake, back-up, and emergency lights, tires (less than 2/32 inch), cracked or bent rims, loose lug
nuts, windshield wipers. Tires: Over-Inflation- very prone to hydroplaning, wears on the center
of the tire. Under-Inflation- will not perform at extremes, not last as long, will wear on the
outside of the tire. One (1) or Two (2) pound (+/-) of the manufacturer recommended PSI.
Conduct inspection when tires are cold. 3) Under the Hood: Check under the hood, Fluid levels,
belts and hoses, loose wires/ parts, and seepage. 4) Interior: Check all equipment including
control switches, gauges, indicator lights, mirrors, safety equipment, etc. Cleanliness. 5) Vehicle
in motion: Steering, brakes, suspension, and acceleration.
04.06.08 Identify the person who is ultimately responsible for the condition of a motor vehicle: -
CORRECT ANSWER - • Officer safety is dependent on the vehicle. It is your life you are
trusting to a poorly maintained vehicle. Well maintained vehicles have fewer problems and are
easier to control. Most law enforcement agencies require their patrol officers to inspect their
patrol vehicle and equipment before they begin their tour of duty. The way you choose to care for
your equipment may determine if you, a citizen or another officer may live or die someday.
