UoF Tools & Techniques (3.110.2)

Question 1

Uniformed officers ___ carry all assigned tools and equipment required by the department policy.

Answer 1

Will

Question 2

Non uniformed commission personnel the rank of lieutenant and below are ___ to carry at least ___ intermediate Force option On their person when on duty.

Answer 2

Required
One

Question 3

Supervisors have an ___ to inspect officer equipment and review with officers department directives and training materials on use force.

Answer 3

Ongoing obligation

Question 4

If ___, Before the use of any approved weapon, the officer ___ communicate with other officers in the area and issue a warning to the subject. officers will give the subject a ___ to comply. this is particularly important in preventing sympathetic fire when utilizing ___.

Answer 4

Feasible
Will
Reasonable opportunity
Projectile weapons or the ECD

Question 5

Officers ___ use a baton, ECD, or projectile weapon on a woman who is believed to be pregnant ___ the subject displays ___ resistance.

Answer 5

Will not
Unless
Life-threatening

Question 6

Choke holds are ___ permitted. officers will not use an armbar across the throat or any technique that encircles the neck, including the lateral vascular neck restraint (LVNR), any action that is likely to restrict the ___or ___ is prohibited

Answer 6

Not
Flow if air into a person’s lungs
Blood into a person’s brian

Question 7

Officers will not use the ECD or projectile weapon when the subject is in an Elevated position where a fall is ___ to result in substantial bodily injury or death unless the subject displays ___ resistance. this is particularly important when utilizing the ECD.

Answer 7

Likely
Life-threatening

Question 8

Officers ___use physical force solely to stop a person from swallowing a substance that is in their mouth or to___.

Answer 8

Will not
Retrieve evidence from a person’s mouth.

Question 9

When a vicious dog or other aggressive, unsecured animal is countered and the safety of officers or others is compromised, an officer ___ use a catch pool (prefer tool) or ___ use OC spray or ECD to stop or ward off in attack as options other than deadly force.

Answer 9

Should
May

Question 10

Officers are to exercise care and caution in handling department approved weapons. officers ___ from the unnecessary ___ of a weapon while in public. the purpose of drawing and manipulating a department approve tool is to address a potential conflict or tactical situation at hand.

Answer 10

Will refrain
Drawing, handling, or exhibiting

Question 11

To effectively de-escalate situations, officers WILL use ___

Answer 11

Advisements, warnings, and verbal persuasion.

Question 12

The utilization of communication skills, such as ___ and ___may defuse conflict and reduce the need to use force.

Answer 12

speaking calmly
showing empathy

Question 13

___ Officers ___ develop a rapport and convey concern, however there are times when an officer will need to announce clear, assertive and professional commands to control the situation.

Answer 13

When possible
Should attempt

Question 14

Low level force

Answer 14

Physical restraint, hand control (escorts, gripping, wristlocks) takedowns (not likely to cause injury, complaint of injury or complaint of continuing pain).

Question 15

Intermediate force

Answer 15

Take down, strikes, Kick (not likely to cause death or substantial bodily injury).

Question 16

Deadly force

Answer 16

Take down to, strikes, Kick (likely to cause death or substantial bodily injury).

Question 17

To minimize the risk of injury to officers and others, an officer __ handcuff all persons arrested as ___ as possible. plastic flex cuffs and other department approved restraint devices such as waist or belly chains adhere to the same rules as handcuffs.

Answer 17

Will
Soon

Question 18

Approved use if handcuffs during Terry stops. RS (articulable facts, 6) not to exceed 60 mins.

Answer 18

1. Articulable facts that the subject is physically uncooperative.
2. Articulable facts that a subject’s actions may be may present physical danger to themselves or others if not restrained.
   3 reasonable possibility of flight based on the actions of the subject. 4. information that the subject is currently armed.
3. The stop closely follows a violent crime and the subject matches SPECIFIC parts of a description.
4. Articulable facts that a crime of violence is about to occur.

Question 19

Disapprove use of handcuffs and additional considerations 1 of 5

Answer 19

If medical circumstances make it UNREASONABLE to handcuff an arrestee, officers will refrain from handcuffing. Arrestee will be handcuffed behind the back, unless IMPRACTICAL or IMPOSSIBLE to do so do your prisoner obesity, handicap, or other reason. special restraints will NOT be used unless approved by supervisor.

Question 20

Disapprove use of handcuffs and additional considerations 2 of 5

Answer 20

Proned handcuffs suspects will be IMMEDIATELY placed in a recovery position or seated position once SAFE TO DO SO. continued pressure applied by an officer’s body weight will NOT be used on a prone handcuff subject’s BACK, NECK, or HEAD.

Question 21

Disapprove use of handcuffs and additional considerations 3 of 5

Answer 21

When responding to a security office where a subject has been placed in handcuffs PRIOR to the officer’s arrival, the officer WILL NOT place LVMPD handcuffs on the subject UNTIL the officer has RS or PC based on their independent investigation.

Question 22

Disapprove use of handcuffs and additional considerations 4 of 5

Answer 22

Officers WILL check handcuffs for tightness and double lock BEFORE transport.

Question 23

Disapprove use of handcuffs and additional considerations 5 of 5

Answer 23

When a handcuff subject first complains that the handcuffs are too tight, the officer having custody the subject WILL, as SOON AS REASONABLY POSSIBLE, check the handcuffs for proper tightness. if they are too tight (per training) they WILL be loosened and double locked.

Question 24

Disapprove use of baton/impact tools 1 of 3

Answer 24

During a non deadly force incident, officers WILL use REASONABLE CARE to avoid striking subjects on the head, neck, chest, spine, growing, or kidney’s, as these strikes may constitute deadly force.

Question 25

Disapprove use of baton/impact tools 2 of 3

Answer 25

The use of instruments as a tool for the purpose of striking or jabbing EG flashlights or radio other than the department authorized baton is STRONGLY DISCOURAGED.

Question 26

Disapprove use of baton/impact tools 3 of 3

Answer 26

Officers are DISCOURAGED from using their firearm as an impact tool due to the possibility of a negligent discharge.

Question 27

OC spray disapproved use 1 of 6

Answer 27

OC spray WILL ONLY be used as an aerosol stream.

Question 28

OC spray disapproved use 2 of 6

Answer 28

OC spray will not be used on a HANDCUFFED subject UNLESS the subject is displaying a ASSAULTIVE RESISTANCE.

Question 29

OC spray disapproved use 3 of 6

Answer 29

OC spray SHOULD not be used on a driver of a vehicle or inside a patrol car.

Question 30

OC spray disapproved use 4 of 6

Answer 30

OC spray is not intended for forced extraction from an enclosed area unless utilized in a detention facility.

Question 31

OC spray disapproved use 5 of 6

Answer 31

Whenever POSSIBLE, OC spray SHOULD be used up wind and relatively close to the subject in an effort to minimize exposure to non targeted persons. due to the volume of the agent dispersed, officers WILL assess the effect of a devastater (high-capacity OC spray )has on subjects in the vicinity.

Question 32

OC spray disapproved use 6 of 6

Answer 32

In a protest or demonstration situation, OC spray MAY only be used when authorized by an IC in response to a imminent threat of harm.

Question 34

ECD - Spark Display

Answer 34

a NON-CONTACT demonstration of the ECD’s ability to discharge electricity.

Question 35

ECD - Touch Stun

Answer 35

A pain compliance application of the ECD, with or without the use of a cartridge, by making direct contact against the subject’s body. The use of touch stun application is DISCOURAGED unless: used to complete NMI by CLOSING the circuit when probes have already been deployed.

Question 36

ECD - Probe Mode

Answer 36

the PRIMARY function of the ECD where the cartridge is deployed, firing probes at the subject. The INTENT is to temporarily immobilize the subject as the ECD is cycled and provide an officer with “window of opportunity” in which to take the subject safely into custody.

Question 37

ECD - Storage and battery replacement.

Answer 37

Officers will change batteries when required. When off duty, ECDs will be stored and secured in a climate controlled area, NOT in a vehicle.

Question 38

ECD - spark check

Answer 38

MUST be conducted outside of the public view, at the beginning of shift to ENSURE the ECD will function properly. No blue team required for this spark check.

Question 39

ECD inside a detention facility

Answer 39

Will be used in the same manner as a firearm and WILL be SECURED BEFORE entering any detention facility EXCEPT CCDC.

Question 40

The ___ use of more than one ECD ___ on the same subject is prohibited.

Answer 40

intentional
simultaneously

(2 officers cannot taze the same subject intentionally at the same time)

Question 41

ECD - Disapproved use 1 of 4

Answer 41

On a handcuffed person.

Question 42

ECD - Disapproved use 2 of 4

Answer 42

when an officers KNOWS a subject has a come in contact with flammable liquids or substances.

Question 43

ECD - Disapproved use 3 of 4

Answer 43

On a fleeing subject (without other known factors). Mere flight from an officer cannot be the sole justification for use of the ECD.

Question 44

ECD - Disapproved use 4 of 4

Answer 44

On persons with KNOWN heart conditions.

Question 45

ECD - Additional considerations 1 of 4

Answer 45

An officer WILL NOT draw an ECD and a firearm at the same time. (No double fisting)

Question 46

ECD - Additional considerations 2 of 4

Answer 46

Reasonable EFFORT SHOULD be made to target the LOWER CENTER MASS and AVOID intentionally targeting the HEAD, NECK, GROIN, & CHEST. Back shots are the PREFFERED target area.

Question 47

ECD - Additional considerations 3 of 4

Answer 47

Use the standard ECD five second cycle, and then evaluate the need to apply another five second cycle after providing the subject with an OPPURTUNITY to comply. Each subsequent five second cycle requires additional justification. Once the subject has been exposed to THREE CYCLES, the ECD will be deemed INEFFECTIVE and another used of force option WILL BE CONSIDERED UNLESS EXIGENT CIRCUMSTANCE EXIST.

Question 48

ECD - Additional considerations 4 of 4

Answer 48

Begin restraint procedures, including CUFFING UNDER POWER, as SOON AS REASONABLY SAFE to minimize the total duration of ECD exposure.

Question 49

Low level force - use of canine

Answer 49

on leash (compliant & obstructive)

Question 50

Intermediate force - use of canine

Answer 50

With bite (assaultive & life threatening)

Is approved when there is probable cause to believe a subjects has committed a violent or felony crime, or is a threat to themselves or other, and is evading efforts to be taken into custody.

Question 51

Disapproved use of canine 1 of 6

Answer 51

Canine handlers are responsible for their dog’s deployment.

Question 52

Disapproved use of canine 2 of 6

Answer 52

Risk to third parties - in using patrol dogs, the canine handler will exercise REASONABLE CARE to avoid UNNECESSARY risk of injury to persons who are not the subject of a SEARCH or APPREHENSION.

Question 53

Disapproved use of canine 3 of 6

Answer 53

During a critical incident, the handlers SHOULD make contact with the SUPERVISOR on scene or IC to discuss TACTICAL DEPLOYMENT OPTIONS.

Question 54

Disapproved use of canine 4 of 6

Answer 54

When it is believed a subject MAY be ARMED with a weapon LIKELY to cause injury to the patrol dog, the handler MAY exercise their discretion to deploy the dog

Question 55

Disapproved use of canine 5 of 6

Answer 55

Since the use of patrol dogs MAY INFLAME a volatile situation, the department places limitations on their use for CROWD CONTROL, CIVIL DISORDERS, or RIOT situations. In such an occurrence, the canine teams MAY be dispatched in a STAND BY status. Any subsequent use of canine is ONLY authorized by a LT or higher for EXTREME EMERGENCIES.

Question 56

Disapproved use of canine 6 OF 6

Answer 56

When cover officers accompany canine handlers during searches, they SHOULD stay with the handler and NOT move or run past the canine team UNLESS directed. Cover officers SHOULD watch for DANGERS, MAKE CITIZEN CONTACTS, & PERMIT HANDLERS TO ISSUE COMMANDS TO A SUBJECT. Handlers WILL let the cover officers know when it is safe to apprehend a subject.

Question 57

Additional canine reporting requirements 1 of 2

Answer 57

Handlers WILL notify a SUPERVISOR & advise dispatch when a person has been injured by a patrol dog. Dispatch WILL update CAD.

Question 58

Additional canine reporting requirements 2 of 2

Answer 58

ANY injury cased by a patrol dog to a person who was NOT the SUBJECT of the search WILL BE DOCUMENTED IN BLUE TEAM as an ACCIDENTAL / UNINTENTIONAL BIT INCIDENT REPORT & REQUIRE a SUPERVISOR response.

Question 59

Blocking

Answer 59

The positioning of a police vehicle in the path of an OCCUPIED subject vehicle where contact between the vehicles is anticipated to be MINIMAL, and the potential for injuries is LOW. The INTENT of blocking is to PREVENT an AVENUE OF ESCAPE by the safe placement of a police vehicle. BLOCKING IS NOT A USE OF FORCE.

Question 60

Precision Intervention Technique (PIT)

Answer 60

A SPECIFIC manner of INTENTIONAL CONTACT using a police vehicle against a fleeing vehicle during a pursuit to cause the fleeing vehicle to come to an abrupt stop, rendering it immobile.

Question 61

Ramming (Always deadly force)

Answer 61

The utilization of a police vehicle to INTENTIONALLY HIT another vehicle.

Question 62

Vehicle Containment Technique VCT

Answer 62

A PREPLANNED containment tactic restricted for use only by units in the SWAT Bureau & Major Violators Section. It employs extremely low-speed & intentional vehicle contact with a subject’s vehicle. The purpose is to prevent a vehicle pursuit & render a vehicle immobile. REQUIRES BLUE TEAM.

Question 63

PIT Force Levels

Answer 63

Intermediate - 40mph or below
Deadly force - Above 40 mph. When used on HIGH CENTER GRAVITY vehicle LIKELY to roll over such as VANS, SUVs, and JEEPS.

Question 64

Deployment requirements for PIT 1 of 2

Answer 64

Prior to initiating a PIT, officers WILL use their emergency equipment and WILL give the operator of the subject vehicle a REASONABLE opportunity to stop.

Question 65

Deployment requirements for PIT 2 of 2

Answer 65

Officer WILL advise dispatch the INTENT to PIT IF circumstances permit. Otherwise, notification WILL be made IMMEDIATLY after.

Question 66

Deadly force PIT approved use 1 of 4

Answer 66

Continued movement of the movement of the pursed vehicle would place others in DANGER or SUBSTANTIAL BODILY INJURY or DEATH.

Question 67

Deadly force PIT approved use 2 OF 4

Answer 67

Other tactical options have been CONSIDRED & REJECTED as IMPRACTICAL (eg, continue to follow, stop sticks, or use of the air unit).

Question 68

Deadly force PIT approved use 3 of 4

Answer 68

VCT is preplanned tactic ONLY utilized by SWAT & MV who are trained in the technique.

VCT will only be used when other tactical options have been considered and rejects as impractical

VCT training will be conducted by MV section.

Question 69

Deadly force PIT approved use 4 of 4

Answer 69

Ramming - is to be used when ALL OTHER MEANS of apprehension have been CONSIDERED and REJECTED as impractical and an IMMINENT threat of death or substantial bodily injury exsists.

Question 70

Disapproved us of PIT 1 of 2

Answer 70

Officers driving department TRUCK or NON-PATROL SUV type vehicle are NOT authorized to use a PIT EXCEPT (MV, NARCS, & VIPER TRUCKS / MINIVANS/SUVs).

Question 71

Disapproved us of PIT 2 of 2

Answer 71

On motorcycles

Question 72

Officers WILL consider the safety of the public and subjects before utilizing PIT, VCT, or RAMMING

7 Environmental Factors for using PIT

Answer 72

1. Areas with pedestrians
2. Other vehicle traffic
3. Parked vehicles
4. Telephone / utility poles
5. Bridges / overpasses
6. Areas adjacent to paved roads with a significant elevation change
7. Significant curves in the roadway

Question 73

PIT Subject Factors 1 of 6

Answer 73

Severity of the crime

Question 74

PIT Subject Factors 2 of 6

Answer 74

Number of subjects (use of VCT is PROHIBITED when a subject vehicle has 3 OR MORE OCCUPANTS, at least ONE of whom is NOT DIRECTLY ASSOCIATED WITH THE ORIGNAL CRIME.

Question 75

PIT Subject Factors 3 OF 6

Answer 75

Subjects KNOWN to have access to firearms.

Question 76

PIT Subject Factors 4 of 6

Answer 76

Potential of the subject to use the vehicle as a weapon.

Question 77

PIT Subject Factors 5 of 6

Answer 77

Potential of creating a crossfire situation.

Question 78

PIT Subject Factors 6 of 6

Answer 78

Size / weight of the subject’s vehicle compared to the police vehicle

Question 79

Supervisor Responsibility for PIT (2)

Answer 79

1. IMMEDIATLY ACKNOLEDGE the officer’s notification over the radio.
2. Order discontinuance of the PIT when the necessity for apprehension is outweighed by the dangers of PIT.

Question 80

Additional PIT reporting requirements (3)

Answer 80

1. ANY contact that causes damage OR a collision between a department vehicle and another vehicle WILL also be reported as a TAFFIC INCIDENT on a VEHICLE INCIDENT REPORT (LVMPD 42).
2. The VCT & ramming require UoF report.
3. PIT (successful uses or attempts) REQUIRES a UoF & pursuit report.

Question 81

UoF Projectile weapons (LLSG & 40MM)

Answer 81

Intermediate Force - 7 yards or greater LLSG. 5 Yards or greater 40mm.

Deadly Force - 7 yards or less LLSG. 5 yards or less 40mm.

Question 82

LLSG & 40MM Inspection Requirements

Answer 82

PRIOR to EACH shift, ensure that projectile weapon is ONLY loaded with department issued LOW LETHALITY MUNITIONS.

Question 83

LLSG & 40MM Deployment requirements

Answer 83

When time PERMITS, TWO OFFICERS WILL BE present for the deployment of a projectile weapon, this is the MOST EFFECTIVE and BEST PRACTICE in utilizing a LLSG or 40mm.

IN EXIGENT CIRCUMSTANCES, a single officer CAN deploy and use a projectile weapon; however, the officer WILL apply sound tactics to mitigate risk and WILL maintain a READINESS to TRANSITION TO THEIR FIREARM.

Question 84

Approved use of LLSG & 40MM 1 of 2

Answer 84

Projectile weapons SHOULD ONLY be used against a persons who are ARMED, HAVE ACCESS TO A WEAPON, or POSE AN IMMENENT THREAT to the officers or others. Examples of these circumstances ae an EDGED WEAPON, CLUB PIPE, BOTTLE, OR BRICK.

Question 85

Approved use of LLSG & 40MM 2 of 2

Answer 85

Officers are CAUTINED that the target area of impact munitions SUBSTANTIALLY differs from a deadly force target area. Instead of aiming for center mass, these weapons WILL be aimed at the ABDOMEN and target the large muscle groups of the BUTTOCKS, THIGH, AND THE KNEES OF THE SUBJECT. The head, neck, spine, pelvis, or any other vital area of the body SHOULD be AVOIDED.

Question 86

Officers MAY use LLSG & 40MM against a subject holding a firearm if it can be used to de-escalate the situation & intervene with a potential deadly force situation if

Answer 86

1. A minimum of TWO officers are present, one officer acting as lethal coverage.
2. Officers have CONSIDERED the use of available cover / concealment.

Question 87

Disapproved use of LLSG & 40MM 1 of 3

Answer 87

In a civil unrest situation UNLESS AUTHORIZED by an IC or ABOVE. EACH application MUST target a SPECIFIC INDIVIDUAL who presents an IMMINENANT THREAT, and it MUST be REASONABLY ASSURED that the other individuals in the crowd who pose no threat will not be struck by the munitions. Officers will NOT intentionally target the HEAD, NECK, SPINE PELVIS, or ANY OTHER VITAL AREA of the body UNLESS the person poses an IMMEDIATE THREAT OF PHYSICAL HARM or DEATH to officers or others.

Question 88

Disapproved use of LLSG & 40MM 2 of 3

Answer 88

WILL NOT be used as a breaching tool.

Question 89

Disapproved use of LLSG & 40MM 3 of 3

Answer 89

Officers SHOULD NOT fire the LLSG through barriers (eg: glass, or chain link fences) because the bag MAY tear and pellets MAY be released.

Question 90

UoF with a firearm - HG,SG, Rifle.

Answer 90

Deadly Force - shots fired

Question 91

Directed rifle patrol

Answer 91

Open carry / overt carry deployment where the rifle WILL remain in the CRUISER READY condition. The rifle WILL remain in that condition until there is POTENTIAL for the use of deadly force.

Question 92

Special Purpose Rifle (SPR) Overwatch Assignments

Answer 92

SPR Officers assigned in a OVERT-WATCH capacity at special events whose PRIMARY function is OBSERVATION and INTELLIGENCE GATHERING.

Question 93

Cruiser Ready Condition

Answer 93

Empty chamber, bolt forward, magazine inserted, and the safety on.

Question 94

HG,SG, Rifle Inspection Requirement

Answer 94

1. Ensure the weapon is loaded with DEPARTMENT DUTY AMMUNITION, not mixed with practice ammunition.
2. Officer is responsible for knowing how many rounds are loaded in their firearm AND each magazine.

Question 95

Approved Use HG,SG, Rifle - Officers are authorized to fire their weapons when:

Answer 95

1. To protect themselves or others from what is REASONABLY believed to be an IMMEDIATE THREAT OF DEATH or SUBSTANTIAL BODILY INJURY.
2. To prevent the escape of a fleeing felon who the officer has PC to believe has committed a VIOLENT FELONY CRIME AND is an IMMINENT THREAT TO HUMAN LIFE IF ESCAPE SHOULD OCCUR (NRS 171.1455).

Question 96

Officers ___ cease fire when the perceived deadly threat is no longer present

Answer 96

will

Question 97

Whenever FEASIBLE, Officers WILL 1 of 4

Answer 97

Identity themselves AND state their intention to shoot. Example: “Police! Stop, or I’ll shoot!”

Question 98

Whenever FEASIBLE, Officers WILL 2 of 4

Answer 98

Control their rate of fire AND assess every round fired.

Question 99

Whenever FEASIBLE, Officers WILL 3 of 4

Answer 99

Evaluate obtaining a better tactical advantage AND backdrop BEFORE discharging their firearm at the subject.

Question 100

Whenever FEASIBLE, Officers WILL 4 of 4

Answer 100

Officers WILL be aware of the potential for sympathetic fire when a fellow officer discharges a firearm.

Question 101

HG, SG, Rifle Tactical Considerations 1 of 2

Answer 101

Officers MAY determine which approved firearm is MOST appropriate based on DISTANCE, AVAILABLE COVER, AND TACTICAL SITUATION PRESENTED. It is important for officers to understand terminal ballistic capabilities and limitations of the firearms to be deployed.

Question 102

Whenever FEASIBLE, Officers WILL 2 of 2

Answer 102

Officers SHOULD shoot at the CENTER MASS for MAXIMUM STOPPING EFFECTIVENESS and minimal danger to bystanders. Accurate shot placement is IMPERATIVE. Missing an intended target provides the most risk to citizens and officers and does not stop a deadly threat.

Question 103

Disapproved use of HG, SG, Rifle. Officers are not authorized to discharge a firearm:

Answer 103

1. As warning shots.
2. If it APPEARS LIKELY that a bystander MAY be injured.
3. Flashlights mounted to a firearm WILL NOT be used for routine searches in place of a hand-held flashlight.

Question 104

Discharging a firearm at OR from a MOVING VEHICLE:

Answer 104

An officer threatened by an oncoming vehicle WILL MAKE EVERY EFFORT to move out of the way.

Fleeing vehicles from an officer creates distance and it becomes more difficult to ISOLATE the target and IDENTIFY BACKDROP HAZARDS.

Question 105

Officers WILL NOT discharge their firearm at a MOVING VEHICLE UNLESS:

Answer 105

1. A person in the vehicle is an IMMINENT DEADLY THREAT to officer or others by means other than the vehicle (such as an occupant firing a handgun at an officer).
2. The driver is USING the vehicle as a WEAPON to INFLICT MASS CASUALTIES (such as a truck driving through a crowd).

Question 106

Shooting from a MOVING POLICE VEHICLE:

Answer 106

Officers will not discharge their firearm from a moving vehicle UNLESS a person is an IMMEDIATE DEADLY THREAT to officers or others (such a discharge MUST be limited to the MOST EXTREME circumstances).

Question 107

Officers WILL NOT place their firearm against a person UNLESS

Answer 107

The person is an IMMINENT THREAT OF DEATH or SUBSTANTIAL BODILY INJURY and the EXIGENT CIRCUMSTANCES and ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS do not allow the officer the ability or opportunity to withdraw to a more tactically secure position.

Question 108

Humanely euthanize injured or dangerous animals

Answer 108

1. ONLY after attempts have been made to request assistance from the agency responsible for the disposal of animals (eg Humane society, animal control, or game warden).
2. If the animal’s owner is PRESENT and DOES NOT WISH to transport the animal to veterinary care.
3. When the animal is SO badly injured as to require humane relief from FURTHER suffering.

Question 109

An Officer MAY deploy a rifle based on the following (4)

Answer 109

1. There is POTENTIAL for deadly force OR the subject is armed with a deadly weapon.
2. Distance and the use of cover are CONSIDEREED due to the suspect’s LOCATION.
3. The suspect is BARRICADED.
4. The deployment has been pre-approved (eg, Airport, or SE)

Question 110

Directed Rifle Patrol

Answer 110

MUST me authorized by SE LT or CPT assigned as IC.

ONLY officers SPECIFICALLY assigned on the IAP will be allowed to open / overt carry rifles during SE.

Question 111

SPR Overwatch Assignments (4)

Answer 111

1. SPR officers will be under the direction of SE LT or designee during an event and will follow SE IAP guidelines.
2. SPR officers will be responsible for OBSERVING CROWDS, IDENTIFYING CRIMINAL OR SUSPICIOUS BEHABIOR, AND BORADCASTING this information via the radio.
3. SPR officers WILL maintain their rifle in the case, in cruiser ready condition UNTIL there is a potential for the use of deadly force. The rifle will NOT be left UNATTENDED.
4. SPR officers are prohibited from using the scope on their rifle for observations purposes and MUST have a RANGE FINDER & BINOCULARS IN THEIR POSSESION.

Question 112

Officers deploying rifle WILL 1 of 3

Answer 112

Announce via radio the deployment of the rifle, AND whether accompanied by a cover officer (acting as an observer) AND receive an acknowledgment from dispatch.

Question 113

Officers deploying rifle WILL 2 of 3

Answer 113

Whenever POSSIBLE, a rifle WILL be deployed using a TWO OFFICER TEAM, consisting of a SINGLE RIFLE CARRIER SUPPORTED BY A COVER OFFICER. The rifle carrier SHOULD not go hands-on during the incident AND SHOULD not be manipulating or moving any objects.

Question 114

Officers deploying rifle WILL 3 of 3

Answer 114

Advise dispatch of deployment location AND update whenever location changes, thus providing situational awareness to on-scene personnel.

Question 115

Cover officer responsibilities

Answer 115

The cover officer WILL deploy along with a rifle officer AND WILL assist with SECURITY, SAFETY, GOING HANDS-ON, RADIO COMMUNICATION, VERBAL COMMUNICATION, AND OTHER TASKS so the rifle officer can focus on their role. It is PREFFERED that cover officers are RIFLE CERTIFIED.

Question 116

Supervisor responsibilities to rifle deployment (2)

Answer 116

1. Proceed IMMEDIATELY to the incident AND assume tactical control.
2. Ensure proper deployment of rifles AND address OVER-DEPLOYMENT and CROSSFIRE ISSUES.