Baton

Question 1

What subject behavior would warrant a police officer using a baton?

Answer 1

A baton may be considered for use of the officers PCA places the subjects behavior in the ‘Assaultive’ range if above

Question 2

Name the parts of the baton

Answer 2

Grip
Handle
Middle shaft
End shaft
Tip
Grip tape
Cap
Retaining clip assembly
O ring

Question 3

Where could people be seriously injured if hit by a baton?

Answer 3

Head, Neck, Tailbone, Solar plexus

Question 4

What do you need to do to care for and maintain the baton?

Answer 4

Keep it dry
If exposed to salt water, open the shaft and dry with a soft cloth
Check the cap and o ring periodically, to ensure its not perished or broken
Check the tip for looseness
Always close the baton in a vertical motion
Damage to the retaining clip assembly may occur when closing the baton with too much force

Question 5

What should you check after using your baton?

Answer 5

Check occasionally for hairline fractures or excessive wear between sections
Fractures may occur if the baton is continuously opened with too much force