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Question 1

What are the lawful purposes for Police using firearms?
4 sections of the Crimes Act

Answer 1

• S48 Self defence
• S39 Arrest
• S40 Prevent escape
• Destroying animals

Question 2

General rules around firing warning shots states…

Answer 2

• Warning shots should not be fired
• However, there are circumstances where a Warning shot may be fired
• eg suspect has been asked to surrender
• And has not done so and it can be safety armed as a warning shot

Question 3

Can you shoot at a moving vehicle?

Answer 3

• Shots may only be fired at moving vehicles in exceptional circumstances
• It is extremely difficult to disable a moving vehicle by shooting at tyres
• There is a high probability of misdirection/ricochet increasing the risk of causing death, injury or damage

Question 4

Actions to be undertaken when firearm discharge involves injury or death (4)
CRAM

Answer 4

• CONTROL taken of the scene
• RENDER first aid
• ADVISE the direct commander who will initiate alcohol and drug testing of the employees involved
• MANAGE the scene

Question 5

What actions should be taken in all other instances of firearm discharge (except training and animal destruction) not involving injury or death (7)

S.M.A.P.P.I.D

Answer 5

• SECURE the firearm and remaining rounds
• MARK the discharging employee’s position, empty cartridge cases, bullet frag
• ADVISE the employees immediate supervisor who will notify the district commander
• PRESERVE cartridge cases and bullet fragments where possible
• PHOTOGRAPH and preserve the scene
• INVESTIGATION and reviews
• DEBRIEF conducted