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Policy & Procedure Page 1 of 5 Lexington Police Department Subject: Motorcycle Operations Program Suspended 12/31/13 per General Order 13-02 (copy attached) Policy Number: 41T Accreditation Standards: Reference: Effective Date: 12/1/11  New  Revised Revision Dates: 1/24/19 By Order of: Mark J. Corr, Chief of Police GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS AND GUIDELINES Members of the public will approach motorcycle officers more often than officers who are assigned to a cruiser simply because they are more accessible to citizens than cruiser officers. In addition, the motorcycle can be used effectively in selective traffic enforcement operations because of its size and configuration. It is the policy of the Lexington Police Department to operate a motor unit whose primary responsibilities include but are not limited to engaging in selective traffic enforcement and in performing other duties deemed appropriate by the Chief of Police. PROCEDURES A. Training and Prequalification’s: 1. All officers assigned to the motor unit will be required to attend and pass a Department approved motor officer training class that includes both classroom and practical training. 2. Officers assigned to training must possess a valid Massachusetts motorcycle License issued by the registrar of Motor vehicles. 3. Officers assigned to the motor unit must be able to demonstrate their continued commitment to understanding the importance of an aggressive selective traffic enforcement program in the community. 4. Any other standards as may be necessary for the successful operation of the unit as approved by the Chief of Police. B. Equipment Needs: All Officers assigned to the motor unit will be issued the following uniform and equipment and must keep the uniforms and equipment readily accessible for deployment. All uniforms and equipment must be