Baton Flashcards
(7 cards)
1
Q
Baton Justification
A
The decision to use your baton rests with you. You may use your baton if in danger of being overpowered or to protect yourself or other from injury. The force use must always be reasonable.
2
Q
Non-strike areas
A
- Head
- Neck
- Groin
3
Q
Primary and secondary strike areas
A
Primary strike area
- Legs from hips to toes
Secondary stroke zone
- Arms from shoulder to fingers
4
Q
The baton (fixed) details (diameter, length, weight, make up)
A
- Aluminium and hollow with black anodised finish
- Diameter = 3.175cm
- Length = 66.04cm
- Weight = 540grams
5
Q
The baton (fixed) parts
A
- Tip
- Shaft
- Rubber grommet
- Knurled handles
- Butt
6
Q
The expandable baton details (make up, length, weight)
A
- Made of 2 hollow shafts, locks into place by friction
- Length = 51.28cm / 19.74cm
- Weight = 462grams
7
Q
The expandable baton parts
A
- Tip
- End shaft
- Middle shaft
- Handle
- End cap
