Rules & Regulations of the State of Tennessee Title 1110 - Peace Officer Standards and Training
Here is a detailed summary of Tennessee Administrative Code – Title 1110: Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST), organized by chapter:
📘 Chapter 1110-01: Definitions
Defines key terms such as Full‑time and Part‑time Law Enforcement Officer, Certification, Curriculum, General Departmental Instructor, etc.(publications.tnsosfiles.com)
Chapter 1110-02: Certification
🔹 1110-02-.01: Who must be certified.
🔹 1110-02-.03: Requirements include completion of a POST-approved Basic Law Enforcement Course, meeting educational/service experience thresholds, and qualifying examinations.
🔹 1110-02-.04: Disciplinary actions and potential revocation procedures are outlined.(regulations.justia.com, casetext.com)
Chapter 1110-03: Curricula & Instruction
Covers standards for basic, advanced, and specialized training courses.
Defines school and instructor certification, revocation procedures, and guidelines for specialized training (e.g., speed detection devices, transition school).(law.cornell.edu)
Chapter 1110-04: In‑Service Training Requirements
Full-time certified officers must complete 40 hours of in‑service training annually, including 8 hours of firearms requalification, training for child sexual abuse detection, and emergency vehicle operation. Certification is necessary for salary supplements.
Agencies must maintain training rosters and test records, and provide make-up training for absences over 20%.(ctas.tennessee.edu)
Chapter 1110-05: Forms & Documentation
Lists POST-approved forms (e.g., lesson plans, attendance rosters, testing answer sheets).(tn.gov)
Chapter 1110-06: Administration of Income Supplements
To qualify for POST salary supplements, officers must: be certified, complete required in-service training, and abide by agency compliance standards.
Chapter 1110-07: Basic Training Academy Standards
Establishes minimum standards for basic law enforcement academies (curriculum, instructor qualifications, training hours).(law.cornell.edu)
Chapter 1110-08: Part‑time/Reserve/Auxiliary Officers & Special Deputies
Defines roles, 128 hours of training required (subject to waiver if Basic LE Course completed).(casetext.com)
Chapter 1110-09: Criteria for Waivers
Provides guidance on obtaining waivers (e.g., medical disability, retirement) and outlines submission procedures.(ctas.tennessee.edu)
Chapter 1110-10: Firearm Certification for Retired Officers
Specifies rules allowing retired POST-certified officers to receive firearm certification under certain conditions.(law.cornell.edu)
✅ Summary Table
| Chapter | Focus |
|---|---|
| 01 Definitions | Who/what is governed by the rules |
| 02 Certification | Requirements & eligibility |
| 03 Curricula | Training standards & approvals |
| 04 In‑Service | Annual training obligations |
| 05 Forms | Required documentation |
| 06 Supplements | Pay eligibility rules |
| 07 Academy Standards | Basic training rules |
| 08 Reserve/Part-time | Special officer rules |
| 09 Waivers | Exceptions & procedures |
| 10 Retired Firearms | Retiree firearm rules |
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