Hostage Plan

Question 1

(Hostage Plan) Once the SWAT commander assumes control of all tactical operations, will the patrol sergeant stand by until the event is over?

Answer 1

No

The patrol sergeant will assume command of all logistical and support concerns

Question 2

(Hostage Plan) Will it be required that a sergeant assign a CIT officer with good viral skills to make contact with the hostage taker to determine the subject’s desires and purpose and the well-being of the hostages?

Answer 2

No
There will be no negotiations for the supply of weapons, ammo, drugs, alcohol or exchange of hostages prior to CNT’s arrival

Question 3

(Hostage Plan) Once the SWAT commander and team arrive at the scene of a confirmed hostage situation, who will assume command of all tactical operations, inner perimeter control, and coordinate all contact with the hostage taker?

Answer 3

The SWAT Commander

Question 4

(Hostage Plan) What are the responsibilities of the patrol supervisor on a hostage plan?

Answer 4

• Reinforce inner perimeter and establishes a secondary perimeter
• Stop inbound foot and vehicle traffic
• Evacuates bystanders and injured persons (record names and residences evacuated)
• Designates an officer with good verbal skills to make contact
• Request a dedicated radio channel