I created our FTO program back in 1987 and was the coordinator until 2004. I wore gold FTO pins in place of my chevrons and the other FTO's wore silver ones. The FTO's now wear it on their …

The only people who need to know you are an FTO, already will know you are one even without a pin/patch. That depends on the size of your agency, and the access your rookies have to other …

The original CHP patch was worn on the left sleeve between the shoulder and elbow. It was simply a wheel with a bear in the middle and the words "California Highway Patrol" encircling. …

FTO Insignia's 06-29-2009, 05:55 AM Hey all, What do your FTO's wear on uniforms, here, they are given cpl stripes, a gold badge (instead of silver) and an fto pin. Ive seen other depts were …

Apr 23, 2021 · Hello Everyone. First post here, but I have been reading these forums for the past year or so. This subject has been touched on many times, but like many, I feel as though my …

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Apr 15, 2021 · I have been in the FTO program for just under 5 months of what should have been a 3 month process. I was struggling a little in phase 3, so my FTO told me he recommended I …

Feb 20, 2010 · The FTO program is set to run 12 weeks for each trainee. Covering Defense tactics, Communication, Basic Radio,Officer Safety, Report writing and Documentation, Jail …

Sep 7, 2007 · My department pays FTO's an extra 5 1/2%. Once you have worked as an FTO with a trainee (s) for 18 months, you become a Senior FTO and recieve an extra 5 1/2% for a …

Sep 1, 2009 · I did not pass my FTO program a few months ago. I have been soul searching and have come to realize that this is still the career for me. When filling out applications now, what …