In what situation would a response be made without lights and sirens?

A response made without lights and sirens typically occurs in situations that do not require immediate urgency or are not emergencies. In this context, Code 1 is designated for non-emergency situations, indicating that the personnel can respond at normal speeds without the need for lights or sirens.

This allows responders to arrive safely while minimizing disruption to traffic and ensuring that their approach does not cause panic or alarm among the public. Situations classified under Code 1 may involve routine checks or follow-up calls where the urgency of the response is low, thus justifying a calm and measured approach to the scene.

On the other hand, Codes 2 and 3 are associated with different levels of urgency. Code 2 usually indicates an urgent response that requires lights but no sirens, while Code 3 signifies an emergency response requiring both lights and sirens to navigate traffic quickly and safely. Code 4 indicates that the situation is secure, which still implies certain levels of activity or monitoring, but does not encapsulate the essence of a non-emergency response like Code 1 does.