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4.5 Patrol: Organization and Administration
4.5.21 Dual Sport Motorcycle Patrol (Revised: 11/7/17 )
The UCSF Police Department is committed to enhancing the quality of life by providing a secure
and safe environment in which the c ampus community can reach and maintain its fundamental
mission. The proven ability of dual sport motorcycle patrol s allows ease of access and quick
response to all campus areas, which helps allow the D epartment to accomplish this goal.
A. The mission of the Dual Sport Motorcycle Patrol Program is to use specially trained,
uniformed officers on motorcycles to provide routine police patrol duties and to enforce
the law. The Dual Sport Motorcycle Patrol will interact with the community in a positive
manner and respond to various community needs or issues. The Department may assign
Dual Sport Motorcycle Patrol unit s to patrol in high crime/vehicl e traffic areas, during
special events and in areas with limited access , such as op en campus quads, Mt . Sutro
Housing and trails/construction sites, or to assist with special enforcement details.
B. Organ ization/Staffing
1. Program Manager
The Dual Sport Motorcycle Patrol Program will be coordinated and supervised by
the FSD Lieutenant. A designated Patrol Sergeant will be responsible for daily
program administration, maintenance and training.
2. Selection Criteria
The Chief of Police wil l appoint and select officers for the Dual Sport Motorcycle
Patrol Program.
3. For o fficers to be selected for Dual Sport Motorcy cle Patrol Program duties, the
officer must have demonstrated the following qualifications:
a. Ability to work independ ently without close supervision
b. Good work habits, self -motivation and proactive problem -solvi ng and
enforcement capabilities
c. Be in excellent physical condition , completing a dual sport motorcycle
riding performance test
d. Ability to promote and mainta in open lines of communication within the
campus community.
4. The selection and appointment to the Dual Sport Motorcycle Program is a specialty
assignment, as defined in the FUPOA Labor Agreement .
C. Training
1. The training requirements for Dual Sport Motorcycle Patrol duties are to ensure
that officers have the knowledge and skills with the specialized techniques required
to meet the unique demands of uniforme d Dual Sport Motorcycle Patrol.
2. The assigned offi cers shall have a M1 endorsement on their California driver ’s
license prior to selection.
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3. At the discretion of the FSD Captain, officers shall meet the standard set by CVC
§§ 27801(a) and (b). Each officer will be evaluated (pass/fail) on his/her abil ity to
safely straddle the motorcycle with both feet on the ground and maneuver the bike
into various positions while the engine is off. The officer must also be able to pick
up a downed motorcycle.
4. The assigned officer will then attend and must succes sfully complete a POST -
approved or SFPD dual sport motorcycle patrol school.
5. In-service training will be conducted as needed to maintain or improve existing
Dual Sport Motorcycle P atrol skills.
6. Dual Sport Motorcycle Patrol officer s should train and maintain an above average
level of fitness to withstand the demands of sustained motorcycle patrol.
7. Officers designated as Dual Sport Motorcycle instructors shall complete and
maintain a POST -approved dual sport motorcycle instructor course certifica te.
D. Uniform Standards
The Dual Sport Motorcycle Patrol uniform consists of:
1. Class B Uniform (511s) with cloth UCPD patches, star and name tag
2. Black jacket (Tour Master Flex LE ) with cloth UCPD patches, star and name tag
3. Black/white full face mo torcycle helmet (Arai xd3) (DOT -approved)
4. Black leather gloves (Drystars)
5. Black 8” boots (Alpinestars ST -1)
6. Black nylon duty belt and accessories (Uncle Mike’s).
The Chief of Police may update Dual Sport Motorcycle Patrol uniform standards due to
ongoing development and improvement with these uniforms.
E. Deployment
1. Patrol officers assigned to operate a dual sport motorcycle will be deployed
according to the need assessed by the Patrol Sergeant, the FSD Captain or the Chief
of Police.
2. Patrol officer s assigned to operate a dual sport motorcycle can be deployed day and
night . During nighttime hours, officers should utilize appropriate lighting
equipment.
3. Patrol officer s assigned to operate a dual sport motorcycle shall not ride in rain or
other inclement conditions deemed unsafe by the Watch Commander.
F. Hours of Operation
Hours of o peration are subject to change due to specific enforcement needs, weat her
considerations and uniform capabilities in inclement weather.
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G. Equipment
1. Patrol officer s assigned to operate a dual sport motorcycle shall us e only equipment
provided by or approved for use by this Department .
2. At all times, while on the motorcycle, officers will wear the following required
safety equipment:
a. Eye protection, either prescription or plastic safety glasses or goggles, with
clear or tinted shatter -resistan t lenses
b. Black leather gloves
c. DOT -approved helmet
d. Department -issued soft body armor ( vest).
3. A patrol -ready