Santa Clara County Sheriff All Radio &
Dispo Codes Latest Update Graded A+
What is the purpose of using radio codes in the Santa Clara County Sheriff's Department?
✔✔To provide clear, efficient, and standardized communication among personnel.
How does a dispatcher confirm an officer's location during a call?
✔✔By asking the officer to report their location and cross-checking with GPS tracking.
What does the radio code signify when dispatch sends a "Code 3" to responding units?
✔✔It means to respond with lights and sirens due to an emergency situation.
When a unit is "Code 4," what does that indicate?
✔✔It signifies that the scene is secure, and no further assistance is needed.
Why is it important for officers to acknowledge radio dispatch codes quickly?
✔✔To confirm that instructions are received and ensure coordination during calls.
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,What does it mean when an officer states "10-7" over the radio?
✔✔The officer is out of service or unavailable.
How should an officer respond if they hear a "Code Red" dispatch alert?
✔✔Be on high alert for an emergency or dangerous situation requiring immediate action.
What is the protocol when an officer goes "10-15"?
✔✔The officer has a suspect in custody.
What does "10-20" refer to in radio communication?
✔✔It asks for or gives the location of the officer or the scene.
What should an officer do if they receive a "Code 6" during a call?
✔✔Prepare for a potentially hazardous situation, as Code 6 signals a dangerous location.
What is the importance of knowing radio code "10-99"?
✔✔It indicates that a wanted person is present, requiring officer caution.
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, Why do officers use the code "10-9"?
✔✔To ask for a message to be repeated for clarity.
When an officer reports "10-8," what does that signify?
✔✔The officer is back in service and available for calls.
What does a "Code Blue" signify in terms of police response?
✔✔It signals a medical emergency requiring immediate assistance.
Why is "10-4" one of the most widely recognized codes?
✔✔It confirms that a message has been received and understood.
What should officers be aware of if they hear a "Code 2" dispatch?
✔✔To respond quickly but without lights and sirens, for non-emergency calls.
When is it appropriate for an officer to go "10-23"?
✔✔When they are on the scene or have arrived at a location.
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Dispo Codes Latest Update Graded A+
What is the purpose of using radio codes in the Santa Clara County Sheriff's Department?
✔✔To provide clear, efficient, and standardized communication among personnel.
How does a dispatcher confirm an officer's location during a call?
✔✔By asking the officer to report their location and cross-checking with GPS tracking.
What does the radio code signify when dispatch sends a "Code 3" to responding units?
✔✔It means to respond with lights and sirens due to an emergency situation.
When a unit is "Code 4," what does that indicate?
✔✔It signifies that the scene is secure, and no further assistance is needed.
Why is it important for officers to acknowledge radio dispatch codes quickly?
✔✔To confirm that instructions are received and ensure coordination during calls.
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,What does it mean when an officer states "10-7" over the radio?
✔✔The officer is out of service or unavailable.
How should an officer respond if they hear a "Code Red" dispatch alert?
✔✔Be on high alert for an emergency or dangerous situation requiring immediate action.
What is the protocol when an officer goes "10-15"?
✔✔The officer has a suspect in custody.
What does "10-20" refer to in radio communication?
✔✔It asks for or gives the location of the officer or the scene.
What should an officer do if they receive a "Code 6" during a call?
✔✔Prepare for a potentially hazardous situation, as Code 6 signals a dangerous location.
What is the importance of knowing radio code "10-99"?
✔✔It indicates that a wanted person is present, requiring officer caution.
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, Why do officers use the code "10-9"?
✔✔To ask for a message to be repeated for clarity.
When an officer reports "10-8," what does that signify?
✔✔The officer is back in service and available for calls.
What does a "Code Blue" signify in terms of police response?
✔✔It signals a medical emergency requiring immediate assistance.
Why is "10-4" one of the most widely recognized codes?
✔✔It confirms that a message has been received and understood.
What should officers be aware of if they hear a "Code 2" dispatch?
✔✔To respond quickly but without lights and sirens, for non-emergency calls.
When is it appropriate for an officer to go "10-23"?
✔✔When they are on the scene or have arrived at a location.
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