Policy Text
Policy Delano Police Department
420 Delano PD Policy Manual
Watch Commanders
420.1 PURPOSE AND SCOPE
Each patrol shift must be directed by supervisors who are capable of making decisions
and communicating in a manner consistent with departmental policies, procedures, practices,
functions and objectives. To accomplish this goal, a Sergeant heads each watch.
420.2 DESIGNATION AS ACTING WATCH COMMANDER
When a Sergeant is unavailable for duty as Watch Commander, in most instances the senior
qualified corporal shall be designated as acting Watch Commander. This policy does not preclude
designating a less senior corporal or officer as an acting Watch Commander when operational
needs require or training permits.
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