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1.07 Use of Tasers Flashcards

1
Q

True or False?

The Taser is a force option designed to permanently incapacitate subjects to enable officers to gain control over them.

A

False. It’s temporary. Too bad.

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2
Q

The Taser is an electronic conducted energy device that affects a person’s what?

A

Sensory and motor nervous systems.

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3
Q

Probes are connected to the taser by what type of wires?

A

Thin insulated copper-clad steel wires.

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4
Q

How many volts of electricity pass between the probes when they make contact with the target?

A

1200 volts of electricity.

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5
Q

True or false?

A single probe penetrating the skin, no matter how slight, is considered “tasered” and requires medical care.

A

True.

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6
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How long does the full cycle Taser deployment last?

A

5 seconds

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7
Q

There are 2 Tasers approved for Department use. What are they?

A

The Air Taser Model No. 34000 and the Model X-26, both made by Taser International.

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8
Q

True of false?

Both approved Tasers use a yellow and black striped cartridge or a silver cartridge.

A

True.

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9
Q

Both Taser cartridges are effective from (where) to (where)?

A

Point blank to 21 feet.

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10
Q

What is the optimum range for Taser use?

A

Between 7 and 15 feet.

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11
Q

True or false?

Generally the cartridge should remain on the Taser when delivering a drive stun.

A

True.

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12
Q

True or false?

The Taser may be used on subjects exhibiting assaultive behavior.

A

True.

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13
Q

What department policy defines the use of the Taser on subjects exhibiting assaultive or life-threatening behavior?

A

Department Procedure 1.04

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14
Q

May the Taser be used to control actively resisting subjects reasonably believed to possess or have immediate access to a deadly weapon?

A

Yes.

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15
Q

Should or shall?

Commands and warnings (should or shall?) be given prior to using the Taser.

A

Should, if feasible.

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16
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Can the Taser be used on a hancuffed subject?

A

Only if the subject displays life-threatening behavior.

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17
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Should or shall?
The Taser (should or shall?) not be used on a handcuffed subject, unless the subject displays life-threatening behavior.
A

Shall.

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18
Q

True or false?

Officers may not make contact with the subject while the Taser is being activated.

A

False. Officers may make contact with the subject while the Taser is activated, as long as caution is taken to not touch the subject between the locations of the two probes.

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19
Q 
Should or shall?
Cover officers (should or shall?) be prepared to take control of the subject while the Taser is cycling.
A

Should.

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20
Q

True or false?

The Taser may not be used more than once on a subject to gain control over the subject.

A

False.

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21
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When can the Taser is used more than once on a subject?

A

If it is reasonable to gain control over the subject.

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22
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What if an officer is unable to gain and maintain control of the subject after two cycles, what should officers do next?

A

Officers should consider other appropriate force options to respond to the threat level presented.

23
Q

Should or shall?

Repeated, prolonged, and/or continuous exposure(s) (should or shall?) generally be avoided?

A

Should.

24
Q 
Should or shall?
The Taser (should or shall?) not be used when the subject is in danger of falling from a significant height, unless the subject displays life-threatening behavior.
A

Should.

25
Q

True or false?

When possible, the Taser should be aimed at the upper center of mass of a subject during frontal deployments.

A

False. It should be aimed at the lower center of mass.

26
Q

True or false?

Back shots are ineffective and should not be targeted when available.

A

False.

27
Q

True of false?

The device may be aimed at any part of the body if the subject displays life-threatening behavior.

A

True.

28
Q

True or false?

The spark from a Taser cannot ignite flammable liquids, vapors, or sensitive explosives.

A

False.

29
Q

True or false?

Officers should consider the immediate environment when choosing to use the Taser.

A

True.

30
Q

True or false?

The Taser will ignite black gunpowder.

A

False.

31
Q

True or false?
The Taser should not be fired at anyone sprayed with alcohol-based chemical spray, as well as alcohol-based pepper sprays as the fumes could ignite.

A

True.

32
Q

True or false?

SDPD only issues water based OC Spray that will not be ignited by the Taser.

A

True.

33
Q

True or false?
Uniformed officers issued a Model X-26 Taser shall carry it on their duty belt in a Department-approved holster, at all times while on duty.

A

True.

34
Q

True or false?

Tasers will be carried on the same side as the firearm.

A

False.

35
Q

Does a non-uniformed officer need to carry the Model X-26 in a Department approved holster?

A

Yes.

36
Q

If the subject is displaying life-threatening behavior, can you use the Taser in stun mode on the subject’s groin?

A

Yes.

37
Q

Should or shall?
When used in drive stun mode, the unit (should or shall?) no intentionally be placed on the subject’s face, neck, head, or groin, unless the subject displays life-threatening behavior.

A

Shall.

38
Q

True or false?
Although the Taser will normally immobilize a subject within two to three seconds, officers should allow the Taser to activate for a full cycle unless it appears the subject is in medical distress.

A

True.

39
Q

Should or shall?
Caution (should or shall?) be exercised by the officer when using the “drive-stun” mode, as the unit could be used to incapacitate the officer if the subject were to gain control of the unit.

A

Should.

40
Q

As soon as the subject stops resisting and is handcuffed, what should an officer immediately do?

A

Monitor the subject’s vitals.

41
Q

What is the first aid that should normally be administered to subjects who have been tasered?

A
  1. Roll the subject onto his/her side or into sitting position.
  2. Monitor breathing and if necessary, establish an airway.
  3. Check the pulse at the wrist.
  4. Check the subject’s facial color
  5. Determine if the subject is functionally conscious.
42
Q

Should or shall?
Officers (should or shall?) make every effort to avoid contacting the probes when administering first aid to a person who has been tasered.

A

Should.

43
Q 
Should or shall?
Tasered subjects (should or shall?)  be transported to a contract hospital for a medical examination prior to booking or final disposition.
A

Shall.

44
Q

True or false?

A subject tasered more than once shall be transported by paramedics.

A

True.

45
Q

True or false?

After the subject has been handcuffed and is secure, officers should remove the imbedded probes from the skin.

A

False.

46
Q

Should or shall?
After the subject has been handcuffed and is secure, officers (should or shall?) sever the wires and leave the probes imbedded in the skin.

A

Should.

47
Q

True or false?

Only qualified medical personnel may removed probes imbedded in the skin.

A

True.

48
Q

True or false?

If paramedics transport the subject, no more than one officer shall accompany the paramedics during transport.

A

False. At least one officer shall accompany the paramedics in the event that the subject becomes violent.

49
Q

What is the protocol for transporting a tasered subject who is also suspected for being under the influence of any drug?

A
  1. Two officers shall make the transport with the passenger officer continually monitoring the subject’s respiration, skin tone and level of consciousness.
  2. If, during transport, a medical problem arises, officers shall either request paramedics and administer appropriate first aid until they arrive, or administer appropriate first aid and transport the subject to the nearest emergency medical facility.
50
Q

Should or shall?
Officers needing a replacement cartridge for an expended Taser cartridge (should or shall?) bring a copy of all reports relating to the discharge to the Operational Support Administration.

A

Shall.

51
Q

For lost Tasers or cartridges, what form will be required to receive replacement?

A

An ARJIS-9 signed and reviewed by the officer’s supervisor.

52
Q

True or false?
Employees who lose or damage equipment through abuse or negligence will be held financially responsible for the replacement or repair costs of the item.

A

True.

53
Q

Do Tasers need to be inspected?

A

Yes.

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