STM PQS Flashcards
(37 cards)
Define 14 U.S.C 93
The Constitutional grants of power to the president and Congress to the commandant. Congress has given the commandant the power to establish, maintain and operate Coast Guard SHore establishments.
Describe Article 7, UCMJ (10 U.S.C 807)
- Apprehension is the taking of a person into custody
- Any person authorized under regulations governing the armed services to apprehended a person subject to this chapter or trial thereunder may do so upon reasonable belief that an offense has been committed and the person apprehended committed it.
Describe in your own words the Coast Guard’s use of force policy and the guiding principles of the use of force policy.
Only that force reasonably necessary under the circumstances may be used. Excessive force may never be used. However, nothing in the application of the Coast Guard’s use of force policy shall be construed to require personnel to match force with equal or lesser force.
Explain the six levels of force continuum
Level 1 - Officer Presence Level 2 - Verbal Commands Level 3 - Control Techniques Level 4 - Aggresive Response Technicques Level 5 - Intermediate Weapons Level 6 - Deadly Force
Define the four types of subjects
- Passive Compliant
- Passive Resistant
- Active Resistant
- Active Aggressor
Define Level 1 Officer Presence
Appearance, Demeanor, Verbal and Non-Verbal communications that create an atmosphere of compliance
Explain the positive and negative effects your appearance, bearing and attitude can have when dealing with the public.
People will take you more seriously if you are in the correct, clean uniform. If you are messy, they will assume you don’t care and will not treat or follow your orders.
Define verbal commands
Task directions with consequences aimed at the subject
Explain how a verbal command can escalate or de-escalate a situation
if using a disrespectful attitude towards a person, they may become offended and become active resistant. If you show compassion and professionalism, the subject may be more prone to listen and respect your authority
Give Verbal Command using a clear, firm, authoritative voice
Sir, step back or I am going to detain you.
Define and list all authorized control techniques
techniques and actions with a low probability of causing connective tissue damage, lacerations to the skin and broken bones. These techniques and actions include correct use of restraint devices, pain compliance and strength techniques.
authorized control techniques are:
- infra-orbital
- mandibular
- c clamp
- hypoglossal
- jugular notch
- Transport wrist lock
Explain when the use of control techniques is appropriate
When the level of force currently used is ineffective, jump up to the next stage of the Level of force continuum
Explain and list authorized aggressive response techniques.
techniques or actions likely to cause connective tissue damage, lacerations to the skin, broken bones and irritation to the eyes, skin and mucous membranes. These techniques include kicks, punches, jabs, takedowns and chemical irritants.
Explain when the use of aggressive response techniques is appropriate
When the current use of force is not working or when it is not safe to continue using and you need to upgrade the level.
Demonstrate all active Counter Measures Upper
- Jab
- Straight Punch
- Forearm Strike
- Brachial Stun
- Inner/outer forearm strike
- Supra scapular stun
- Elbow Strike
Demonstrate all active countermeasures lower
- Knee Strike
- Ankle Kick
- Front Snap Kick
- Superficial peroneal kick
Define and list all authorized intermediate weapons
techniques and actions with a high probability of causing connective tissue damage, lacerations to the skin and or broken bones. These techniques include an expandable baton and 12 gauge rubber fin stabilized munitions
Explain when the use of an intermediate weapon is appropriate
When the current level is ineffective
Define Deadly Force
Any force that is likely to cause death or serious physical injury
Explain when deadly force is authorized
When all aspects of the deadly force triangle are met,
- Weapon
- Opportunity
- Unrestricted access
- maximum effective range
- Action
Explain Post Shooting Procedures and reporting requirements
- secure scene
- ensure medical assistance is given.
- ensure the subject is handcuffed
- inform supervisor
- never hand over your PDW to CGIS unless your firearm is replaced or you are properly relieved from your duties
Reactionary Gap
The distance between the officer and the subject
Line of Fire
The flight path of a bullet from a fire arm
Triangulation
The act of triangulating a subject between two officers
