Police Academy Test #2 – Questions & Answers
What is Crime Prevention? Correct Ans - Crime Prevention is the
attempt to reduce and deter crime and criminals.
- It is applied specifically to efforts made by governments to reduce crime,
enforce law and maintain criminal justice.
True or False... Individuals must actively participate in their own crime
prevention attempts. Correct Ans - True
What is the main goal of crime prevention? Correct Ans - Decrease
crime and increase security, while also preventing any harm normally
caused by crime.
Benefits of crime prevention... Correct Ans - - Overall decline of
crime rate
- Increased reporting rate of crimes
- Increased clearance rate of crimes
- More informed public (PIO)
- Increased positive interaction between residents and law enforcement
Key concepts of crime prevention... Correct Ans - - Proactive vs
reactive approach
- Vehicle stops and walking beats v. just responding
- Risk Management
- Opportunity Reduction
- Target Hardening
- Deterrence
- Displacement
Basic methods of crime prevention... Correct Ans - - Design
Considerations
- Building/Area watch groups (CRO) zoned
- Locking devices, Intrusion detection systems
- Education/Awareness programs
- Patrol/Investigative techniques
A Police officer's role in crime prevention... Correct Ans - -
Integrate into patrol techniques
,- Educate the public
- Perform security services
Crime prevention triangle Correct Ans - Anticipation, Recognition
and Appraisal of a crime risk
Door Safety... Correct Ans - - Solid vs Hollow core doors
- Single vs Double cylinder deadbolt locks
- Hinges on inside of building
- Intrusion detection system
Window Safety... Correct Ans - - Anti-lift devices
- Security screens/burglar bars
- Low, thorny bushes
- "Glass Break" alarms
Home Safety... Correct Ans - - Close and lock all doors anytime you
are not home.
- Automatic timers for lights if you are gone for extended time period.
- Don't hide keys in known spots
- Use double cylinder deadbolts
- Street Address number is large and visible incased you need 911
- Keep ladders and tools away
- Install peephole
- Alarm system/Cameras
- Illuminate yard, especially doorways
- Keep trees and shrubs trimmed
Lighting Correct Ans - Residential: Low Pressure Sodium Vapor
Commercial: High Pressure Sodium Vapor
- Both applications, motion sensing and timed lights
Preventing Car Break-ins... Correct Ans - - Remove all valuables
from car (never leave anything visible)
- Close windows and lock doors
- Park in well-lit areas away from shrubs
- Stay observant
, What is the correct phonetic word for the letter "B" Correct Ans -
Boy
If part of the message is missed, what should be repeated? Correct Ans
- Just the part missed
What information should be given for file checks? Correct Ans - Full
name and DOB
What is the correct phonetic word for the letter "K" Correct Ans -
King
What does MDT stand for? Correct Ans - Mobile Data Terminals
How should radio communication be done? Correct Ans - In a clear
and concise manner, that is quick and to the point.
Examples of things that can get you jammed up... Correct Ans - -
Stress
- Poor leadership
- Ego
- Sex/Lust
- Alcohol/Weed
Noble Cause Correct Ans - Thinking you are doing something
wrong but for the right reason, so its acceptable.
What can happen if you act unethically and immorally? Correct Ans -
- Sued
- Fired
- Loss of relationships
- Trust
- Credibility
What are the stages of group development? Correct Ans - Storming
--> Forming --> Norming --> Performing
Values... Correct Ans - - Honesty
- Respect
What is Crime Prevention? Correct Ans - Crime Prevention is the
attempt to reduce and deter crime and criminals.
- It is applied specifically to efforts made by governments to reduce crime,
enforce law and maintain criminal justice.
True or False... Individuals must actively participate in their own crime
prevention attempts. Correct Ans - True
What is the main goal of crime prevention? Correct Ans - Decrease
crime and increase security, while also preventing any harm normally
caused by crime.
Benefits of crime prevention... Correct Ans - - Overall decline of
crime rate
- Increased reporting rate of crimes
- Increased clearance rate of crimes
- More informed public (PIO)
- Increased positive interaction between residents and law enforcement
Key concepts of crime prevention... Correct Ans - - Proactive vs
reactive approach
- Vehicle stops and walking beats v. just responding
- Risk Management
- Opportunity Reduction
- Target Hardening
- Deterrence
- Displacement
Basic methods of crime prevention... Correct Ans - - Design
Considerations
- Building/Area watch groups (CRO) zoned
- Locking devices, Intrusion detection systems
- Education/Awareness programs
- Patrol/Investigative techniques
A Police officer's role in crime prevention... Correct Ans - -
Integrate into patrol techniques
,- Educate the public
- Perform security services
Crime prevention triangle Correct Ans - Anticipation, Recognition
and Appraisal of a crime risk
Door Safety... Correct Ans - - Solid vs Hollow core doors
- Single vs Double cylinder deadbolt locks
- Hinges on inside of building
- Intrusion detection system
Window Safety... Correct Ans - - Anti-lift devices
- Security screens/burglar bars
- Low, thorny bushes
- "Glass Break" alarms
Home Safety... Correct Ans - - Close and lock all doors anytime you
are not home.
- Automatic timers for lights if you are gone for extended time period.
- Don't hide keys in known spots
- Use double cylinder deadbolts
- Street Address number is large and visible incased you need 911
- Keep ladders and tools away
- Install peephole
- Alarm system/Cameras
- Illuminate yard, especially doorways
- Keep trees and shrubs trimmed
Lighting Correct Ans - Residential: Low Pressure Sodium Vapor
Commercial: High Pressure Sodium Vapor
- Both applications, motion sensing and timed lights
Preventing Car Break-ins... Correct Ans - - Remove all valuables
from car (never leave anything visible)
- Close windows and lock doors
- Park in well-lit areas away from shrubs
- Stay observant
, What is the correct phonetic word for the letter "B" Correct Ans -
Boy
If part of the message is missed, what should be repeated? Correct Ans
- Just the part missed
What information should be given for file checks? Correct Ans - Full
name and DOB
What is the correct phonetic word for the letter "K" Correct Ans -
King
What does MDT stand for? Correct Ans - Mobile Data Terminals
How should radio communication be done? Correct Ans - In a clear
and concise manner, that is quick and to the point.
Examples of things that can get you jammed up... Correct Ans - -
Stress
- Poor leadership
- Ego
- Sex/Lust
- Alcohol/Weed
Noble Cause Correct Ans - Thinking you are doing something
wrong but for the right reason, so its acceptable.
What can happen if you act unethically and immorally? Correct Ans -
- Sued
- Fired
- Loss of relationships
- Trust
- Credibility
What are the stages of group development? Correct Ans - Storming
--> Forming --> Norming --> Performing
Values... Correct Ans - - Honesty
- Respect
