What is the maximum off-duty hours per month?

• A. 60 hours maximum
• B. 72 hours maximum
• C. 80 hours maximum
• D. 84 hours maximum

Answer: (D)

Limiting off-duty work is about fatigue management and keeping officers ready for on‑duty duties. The policy sets a monthly cap at 84 hours, which allows some extra work outside regular shifts but prevents excessive hours that could erode rest, judgment, and performance. That level strikes a balance between permitting supplemental employment or details and protecting safety and readiness. The other lower figures would be more restrictive and could unduly limit legitimate off-duty work, while the 84‑hour cap is the policy that best preserves overall effectiveness. If you’re planning off-duty hours, you’d stay under this 84‑hour ceiling, aiming to maintain rest and time for training and duties.