Member Involved in a Traumatic Critical Incident

Question 1

The determination of whether or not the Critical Incident Response Team (CIRT) / Peer Support Volunteer (PSV) is immediately contacted will be dependent on the assessment by __________in consultation with ____________

Answer 1

the officer in charge

the Toronto Police Operations Centre (TPOC)

Question 2

When does a Defusing Session take place?

Answer 2

Immediately after Traumatic Critical Incident

Question 3

When does a Debriefing Session take place?

Answer 3

After Traumatic Critical Incident

Question 4

What can be led by two (2) CIRT/PSVs, EFAP provider or Service Psychologist?

Answer 4

Defusing Session

Question 5

What is led by EFAP provider and/or Service Psychologist?

Answer 5

Debriefing Session

Question 6

Whose duties include:

Upon becoming aware of a traumatic critical incident taking place shall respond to the unit’s request in consultation with the unit commander or the officer in charge of the involved unit. If assessment of the incident has determined that the CIRT must be activated, the TPOC shall
 - immediately notify
- the on–call CIRT/PSV using the on-call roster at the TPOC
 - the EFAP Liaison/CIRT Coordinator, during business hours
 - the Duty Senior Officer – TPOC
 - an on–call member of the Senior Officers Organization and/or Toronto Police Association, whichever is appropriate

Answer 6

Officer in Charge - Toronto Police Operations Centre