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41T-MotorCycle Operations <br /> <br /> <br />Policy & Procedure Page 2 of 5 <br />properly maintained. Equipment and uniforms that are dysfunctional or worn <br />will be replaced through the quartermaster. <br /> <br />1. Department issued M/C helmet: The helmet will be a commercial grade <br />DOT approved motorcycle helmet designed for police application. This <br />helmet must be worn securely and with visor attached whenever the <br />motorcycle is being operated. <br /> <br />2. Department issued gloves; <br /> <br />3. Department issued Motorcycle Breeches: These trousers are designed <br />with extra legroom for the motorcyclists for the purpose of straddling the <br />vehicle without restriction or damage to trousers. <br /> <br />4. Motorcycle Boots: The footwear should be a police grade leather <br />motorcycle boot, which covers the calf and shin. The purpose of this boot <br />is protection of the lower leg from debris kicked up from the street, and <br />protection from engine heat. <br /> <br />5. Reflective (white colored) cross straps: During all riding periods, the <br />officer is to wear reflective cross straps (white). These straps are <br />designed to illuminate the motorcycle officer to motorists. These straps <br />need not be worn in conjunction with the American National Standards <br />Institute (ANSI) approved outerwear. <br /> <br />6. Department issued leather jacket, or other outer wear as may be issued <br /> from time to time. <br /> <br />C. Motorcycle Operations: <br /> <br />1. The motorcycle is a specialized piece of equipment. Programming for <br />the motor unit will be managed by a Sergeant appointed by the Chief of <br />Police and under the immediate supervision of the Captain of Operations. <br /> <br />2. Day to day operation and assignment of the motorcycle will be the <br />responsibility of the Patrol Supervisor and Commanding Officer. <br /> <br />3. The motorcycle will not engage in high-speed pursuit as either a primary <br />or secondary response vehicle. See also Department policy 41D – High <br />Speed Pursuits. <br /> <br />4. Generally speaking, the motorcycle will not be operated on any off road <br />or unpaved surfaces unless specifically authorized by a Patrol <br />Supervisor. Like motor vehicles, motorcycles are designed for use on <br />paved surfaces. Operation on other than paved surfaces can be unsafe <br />and may cause maintenance issues with the vehicle. <br />