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Fundamentals

of Law

Enforcement

Driving

(FLED) E
FL D

TEICP Accredited Course

Who Should Attend
This course is intended for sworn North Carolina law ➤ Identify the legal and liability issues concerning law
enforcement offi cers. enforcement vehicular operations to include:
a. Operator’s negligence
Course Goal b. Vehicular pursuit
To provide the student with a refresher of operating a c. “Failure to protect” theory
vehicle while performing the functions of a law enforcement d. North Carolina General Statutes
offi cer and driver. Instruction includes both classroom ➤ Identify the six “C’s” to consider while conducting a
lecture and driving range practicals. known risk vehicle stop.
➤ Complete a practical exercise concerning each student
Course Objectives agency’s emergency response and pursuit policy, or the
At the end of this block of instruction, the participant will Attorney General’s Model Policy.
be able to achieve the following objectives in accordance ➤ Demonstrate the ability to use acceptable vehicle control
with information received during the instructional period: methods by successfully completing the following
➤ Demonstrate the acceptable use of occupant protection practical exercises:
devices during quick entry/exit practical exercises. a. Offset Lane Maneuver C
➤ Identify the below listed components of the driving b. Fixed Radius Curve
Precision Exercise
c.
system and discuss their relationship to law enforcement d. Quick Entry/Exit (stressed/non-stressed) C
driving maneuvers and crash causes.
a. Environment e. Pursuit Driving (Modifi ed) C
C
b. Vehicle C
c. Driver Methodologies
➤ Identify the acronym “SIPDE” and explain its This course employs a combination of lecture, C
relationship to a driving style that is low-risk, high gain. demonstration, and practical skills training.
➤ Identify the driving maneuvers that frequently contribute
to law enforcement vehicular collisions. Course Requirements
➤ List acceptable collision avoidance methods. Attendance is required for all class sessions. The students will
➤ Identify factors that may impair vision and special need to bring the following equipment: Department-issued
considerations required while performing nighttime patrol vehicle or like patrol vehicle, comfortable clothing for
driving. classroom and fi rst skills day, complete uniform including
➤ Identify factors to consider for vehicular pursuits and leather gear for second skills day, appropriate rain gear, and
emergency responses. their agency pursuit/emergency response policy. Students/
➤ Identify the types and limitations of emergency warning departments are responsible for all expenses involving their
devices on law enforcement vehicles. own vehicles.
➤ Identify methods that will aid in the effective use of a Course Coordinator Length of Course
law enforcement radio during an emergency response. Terry D. Miller Three days (24 hours)

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