Rule 4501:2-6-05. Equipment

This is an Internal Management (IM) rule governing the day-to-day staff procedures and operations within an agency. April 29, 2011 111.15 (A) Care of equipment (1) A member shall be responsible and accountable for any equipment assigned or placed under his/her control. (2) A member shall not intentionally or negligently damage, abuse or misuse any equipment. (3) A member shall keep all assigned equipment in good condition and ready for immediate use. (4) A member shall not modify or alter any division equipment nor install any accessories on said equipment without authorization from a supervisor. (5) A member shall immediately report any damage or loss of division equipment to a supervisor. (B) Use of equipment (1) A member shall not use division equipment or facilities except in the performance of official duties. (2) A member shall not permit persons to enter or be transported in division motor equipment unless it is part of his/her official duties or when directed to do so by a supervisor. (3) A member shall not permit any person to use or operate division equipment unless: (a) It is necessary during an emergency condition, or (b) The member has been authorized to do so by a supervisor, or (c) It is a necessary part of authorized repairs or maintenance. (4) A member shall, while on duty, carry the division issued firearm for which proficiency has been established in accordance with division directives. (5) A member, while on duty, may carry a second handgun in accordance with division directives. (6) A member, while on duty, shall not carry or use any unauthorized equipment without the prior approval of the superintendent. (C) Wearing the uniform (1) A member shall wear all uniform equipment according to the directives established by the superintendent. (2) A member shall not wear any unauthorized equipment without prior supervisory approval. (3) A member shall not wear any uniform equipment to any personal or private activity unless authorized to do so by a supervisor. (D) Motor vehicle and aircraft operation (1) A member shall operate all division motor vehicles and aircraft in accordance with all applicable laws and directives. A member shall operate motor vehicles and aircraft in a careful and prudent manner. Supplemental Information Authorized By: R.C. 5503.03 Amplifies: R.C. 5503.03 8/9/1991