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Policy Number: Number of CASS COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE Pages: GENERAL ORDERS LOP 3 Subject: Effective Date: Revision Date: COUNTY VEHICLES 4/1/2008 \.., I. POLICY: All Cass County Sheriff Office employees will operate county vehicles with due regard for the safety of all persons and in a manner that is consistent with North Dakota law and the ordinances of Cass County. II. PURPOSE: To establish a standard policy for the use of Cass County vehicles. III. PROCEDURAL GUIDELINES: A. Maintenance of County Vehicle: The maintenance and general up keep of assigned squads is the responsibility of the assigned deputy. It is the deputy's responsibility to ensure the regular eminence is accomplished through routine servicing and that other problems that may arise with the unit are immediately attended to. \., 1. Patrol and Unmarked squads: \., a. Deputies will inspect their assigned vehicle prior to starting each shift. They will report any damage or repair needs to their supervisor. If equipped, traffic control lights and first responder kits should also be checked. Oxygen should be checked monthly. All county squads are subject to inspection at any time. Once a year a complete inspection of the deputy's assigned vehicle will have a complete inspection. Gas pump slips will be place on the assigned administrative secretary's desk. Each deputy should hand write their unit number, squad number and mileage on the gas slip when turning it in. The general appearance of squad cars marked or unmarked and the manner in which there are operated is an important part of public relations for Cass County. A high degree of care and safety in the use of these vehicles will be beneficial to everyone. b. c. d. e.