BEN CLARK TRAINING CENTER
RIVERSIDE COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT
16791 DAVIS AVENUE – SUITE A, RIVERSIDE, CA 92518 - 951-486-2800
COURSE TITLE:
OVERVIEW:
PREREQUISITE:
BICYCLE PATROL
This course is for officers recently assigned to bicycle patrol. The course
includes instruction in riding techniques, patrol procedures, and nutrition.
Students will complete extended bicycle rides which include stair descent,
maneuvering in traffic, and other riding techniques.
Must be currently employed by a Law Enforcement Public Safety agency.
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DATE(S):
DAYS:
TIMES:
INSTRUCTORS:
CERTIFICATION:
POST #
COURSE HOURS:
REQUIRED
EQUIPMENT:
ENROLLMENT:
START:
TO
END:
COST:
10/04/2016
TO
10/07/2016
$422.00
03/07/2017
TO
03/10/2017
$422.00
WEEKDAYS
0800 HRS – 1700 HRS
(NOTE: FRIDAY IS A NIGHT RIDE, 1400-2200)
All Instructors are experienced in their fields and are POST-certified.
P.O.S.T. Plan IV
2200-23820
32
SEE BELOW**
Register online: www.regionaltrainingprogram.org
Create a “Site Login & Registration” (initial set up only), for enrollment access.
After providing the standard registration information and successful
submission, a verification email will be sent from the site to the email address
provided.
Click on the link provided in the email to activate the RTP user account.
Log into the RTP site with selected username & password. Click on the title of
the training event, fill out the course registration form and submit.
If the form has been correctly submitted, registrant will receive an auto
response confirmation to their email address.
*Registrants have sole responsibility to communicate event information to their
agency supervisors/liaisons.
Agency / Organization photo ID required at check-in.
CANCELLATION:
6/10/2016 12:27
Log onto www.regionaltrainingprogram.org
Registrants may log into the website, using their “Username” and “Password”.
From the Home Page, click on the event previously registered.
Under “Event Properties”, please select “Cancel Registration”.
Students must cancel no later than 10 days prior to the class. Cancellations
less than 10 days prior to the class will result in loss of tuition.
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BEN CLARK TRAINING CENTER
RIVERSIDE COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT
16791 DAVIS AVENUE – SUITE A, RIVERSIDE, CA 92518 - 951-486-2800
PAYMENT OPTIONS:
COORDINATOR:
EMAIL:
CONTACT PHONE:
LOCATION:
LODGING:
DRESS CODE
WILL BE ENFORCED:
Check or Money Order Payable to:
Riverside County Sheriff/Ben Clark Training Center
Mail to: 16791 Davis Ave., Riverside, CA 92518 Attn: Accounting
Credit Card by Phone: (Additional fee if paid by credit card.)
Contact: Course Fees Accounting Technician (951-486-2786)
[email protected]
Payment Due Date: 2 weeks prior to start of course. No invoicing.
C. CPL. RICKY VALENTINE
[email protected]
951-486-2800
951-486-2798
Ben Clark Public Safety Training Center, Sheriff Modular Classrooms; 20848 11th Street,
Riverside, CA 92518
Map of Course Location BCTC Campus Map
Reservations for lodging must be arranged by the students or by their agencies.
SEE BELOW.
**BASIC BICYCLE PATROL COURSE
MANDATORY EQUIPMENT & MATERIALS CHECKLIST**
DUTY BICYCLE
Reputable Manufacturer mountain bicycle (24-27 speed) in good working order. Bicycles should
be inspected by a bicycle shop mechanic prior to the course! It is also HIGHLY recommended
they be re-inspected after the course!
Street/combination tires (size 26x1.5 - 26x2.1) recommended.
Pedal retention devices (toe clips or clipless pedals) are recommended, but not required.
Two water bottle cages with bottles.
Headlight system w/10-watt minimum (police lighting accessories optional).
LED or flashing red taillight.
Rear-mounted kickstand (not in the middle).
Rear bike rack w/ full-size rack bag.
Siren (optional).
Off-road tires (optional).
Tire patch kit.
Tire levers.
2 spare tire tubes.
Mini-pump and basic bicycle repair tools.
(i.e. spoke wrench, multi-tool, etc.)
SAFETY EQUIPMENT
Bicycle helmet (CPSC, ANSI, or Snell approved).
Eye protection (wrap-around frame, shatter-resistant lenses, tinted lenses for daytime & clear
lenses for nighttime).
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BEN CLARK TRAINING CENTER
RIVERSIDE COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT
16791 DAVIS AVENUE – SUITE A, RIVERSIDE, CA 92518 - 951-486-2800
Padded cycling gloves.
Padded cycling shorts for under uniform.
Whistle (optional).
ATTIRE
Full-duty Department bicycle patrol uniform (worn the entire course) consisting of a shirt, shorts
or long pants (preferably bike patrol-type pants), and bullet-proof ballistic vest.
Duty jacket and long pants for nighttime ride and/or inclement weather.
Bring extra clothes to change into after each day or in case a change mid-shift is needed.
DUTY BELT
Full duty belt (nylon belt recommended, but not required) consisting of:
Duty handgun.
Bring - 50 rounds of ammo for range scenarios.
Magazines.
Baton (Expandable type recommended).
Handcuffs.
Cuff Key.
Flashlight (mini-type recommended).
Belt Keepers.
Other department-required duty gear.
SNACKS/ ENERGY ITEMS
Energy drinks - “Gatorade” will be provided so you can pour it into your bottle.
Water bottles – Water will be provided so you can pour it into your bottle.
Snack/energy foods (like “PowerBar”) for before/during/after rides (not provided).
Have your POST ID number with you.
One day you must bring a lunch, one day must bring money for lunch out during a ride.
Pen/pencil/notepad for patrol.
Sunscreen skin protection.
Money for food breaks and emergency equipment/repair needs.
Just in case you fall kit (i.e. band aids, wound cleaning spays, etc.).
If possible for the last day (night ride) bring your Station’s (RSO only) H.T.’s.
Bring a few small towels to clean your bicycles after your rides (we have cleaning spray).
*Disclose in privacy to the Coordinator if you have any medical conditions that could cause
issues, specifically for this course.
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