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13-18 SIU Flashcards

1
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What is the main priority for the wellbeing of Service members?

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The medical and psychological wellbeing of Service members is a priority for the Service.

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What assistance is provided to members coping with an event under the SIU mandate?

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Access to medical care and/or a representative of the Critical Incident Response Team (CIRT), Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP), or Peer Support Volunteer (PSV).

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What does SIU stand for?

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Special Investigations Unit.

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Who does the SIU have jurisdiction over?

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Municipal, regional, and provincial police officers, special constables employed by the Niagara Parks Commission, and peace officers with the Legislative Protective Service.

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Is the SIU independent from police services?

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Yes, the SIU is independent of any police service and operates at arm’s length from the Ministry of the Attorney General.

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What incidents can the SIU investigate under the SIUA?

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  • The death of a person
  • The serious injury of a person
  • The discharge of a firearm at a person
  • The sexual assault of a person
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What constitutes a ‘serious injury’ according to the SIU?

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  • Admitted to a hospital
  • Fracture to the skull, limb, rib, or vertebra
  • Significant burns
  • Loss of any body portion
  • Loss of vision or hearing
  • Sustaining a prescribed injury
  • Any other injury likely to interfere with health or comfort
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Who can the Chief of Police designate to assume duties related to SIU investigations?

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Chief’s SIU On-Call Designated Authority.

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What are the duties of the Chief’s SIU On-Call Designated Authority?

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To direct the Service’s response to the SIU investigation.

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What items can the SIU seize without a warrant?

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Police-issued equipment relevant to an SIU investigation.

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How can other items be seized by the SIU?

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By consent or by search warrant.

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What must be proven before turning over firearms or less lethal weapons to the SIU?

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The firearm and/or less lethal weapon must be proven safe at a proving station.

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What must be done with Service vehicles involved in an SIU investigation?

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They must be stored in a secure location.

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What is required for the release of Service-issued workplace technology devices?

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They must be stored in a secure location and coordinated by the Chief’s SIU On-Call Designated Authority.

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Who may make an initial release of information to the media regarding an SIU incident?

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The Chief of Police and/or Unit Commander – Corporate Communications.

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What does Professional Standards (PRS) oversee?

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Chief’s Administrative Investigations.

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What types of investigations does the PRS handle?

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  • Officer-involved firearm and less lethal weapon discharge
  • Serious injury
  • Death in police custody
  • Allegations of sexual assault
  • Suspect apprehension pursuit or officer-involved collision
18
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What must officers do regarding incident notes?

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Complete and submit incident notes before the end of their tour of duty, unless excused.

19
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What was ruled by the Supreme Court of Canada regarding police officers consulting with counsel?

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Police officers are not permitted to consult with counsel before completing their incident notes.

20
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What should be included in incident notes?

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  • Accurate
  • Detailed
  • Comprehensive
21
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When can officers consult with counsel after an incident?

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After their incident notes have been completed.

22
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What must happen to all notes for SIU disclosure?

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They shall only be given to the PRS responsible for disclosure to the SIU.

23
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What are members acting as representatives of the Association required to do?

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  • Advise the OIC of their arrival
  • Respect the involved officer’s obligations
  • Offer advice only after the officer has completed their notes
24
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What is the responsibility of the Chief’s SIU On-Call Designated Authority regarding media information?

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Members shall not provide information to the media unless authorized.

25
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What happens when the SIU mandate is invoked?

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The SIU shall be the lead investigator and have priority in the investigation.

26
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What must officers do if contacted directly by the SIU for an interview?

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Not schedule an interview or answer any questions at that time.

27
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What is the role of the PRS – SIU Liaison Section?

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To direct all officers in relation to SIU requests and schedule investigative interviews.

28
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What initiates an Administrative Investigation?

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The arrival of a supervisory officer

This marks the beginning of the investigation process.

29
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What actions must a supervisory officer refrain from when obtaining information from an involved officer?

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They must not:
* Download, alter, or modify the CEW information
* Remove the cartridge and battery
* Turn over the CEW to the SIU Investigator

This is to preserve the integrity of the evidence.

30
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What should one do before removing personal items from a service vehicle being seized by the SIU?

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Make a request to the Chief’s SIU On-Call Designated Authority prior to the vehicle being towed

This ensures proper protocol is followed.

31
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What should an officer do if contacted by the SIU for an investigative interview?

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Not schedule an interview or answer any questions; immediately notify the PRS – SIU Liaison Section

This is crucial for proper handling of the investigation.

32
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What is a Witness Official in SIU investigations?

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An official involved in an incident, not designated as a Subject Official, who must be notified in writing

This designation is made by the SIU Director.

33
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What is the definition of an Affected Person in relation to SIU mandates?

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A person who died, was seriously injured, was at whom a firearm was discharged, or reported sexual assault

This definition is critical for understanding the scope of SIU investigations.

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What constitutes a Serious Injury according to SIU investigations?

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An injury leading to:
* Hospital admission
* Fractures
* Significant burns
* Loss of body parts
* Loss of vision or hearing
* Other non-trivial injuries

This definition helps determine the severity of incidents investigated.

35
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What does ‘Firearm Discharge’ mean in the context of SIU investigations?

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When a Service member discharges a firearm in duty or at any time, intentionally or unintentionally

This excludes authorized range discharges.

36
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What is the role of the Officer in Charge - TPOC during an SIU incident?

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Notify the Duty Senior Officer, the Deputy Chief of Police, and ensure Unit Commanders are informed

This ensures all relevant parties are aware of the situation.

37
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Fill in the blank: An Administrative Investigation is a police investigation to review the _______.

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[policies of, or services provided by the Service and the conduct of its police officers]

This is pursuant to s. 81(1) of the Community Safety and Policing Act.

38
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What is the definition of a Less Lethal Weapon?

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An intermediate force option that discharges a projectile with intent not to cause grievous harm or death

Examples include Less Lethal Shotgun, ARWEN, and Gas Gun.

39
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True or False: Civilian members are included in the definition of a police officer for SIU purposes.

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False

This distinction is important for the scope of SIU investigations.

40
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What must an officer do if they require medical or psychological assistance after an incident?

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Immediately engage appropriate supports and document the engagement in a memorandum book

This ensures the well-being of the officers involved.

41
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What is a Workplace Technology Device (WTD)?

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Any computing end user device that can communicate to a network, including:
* Standard workstation
* Mobile workstation
* Laptops/tablets
* Mobile devices
* Handheld ticketing devices
* External media storage devices
* Monitors
* Printers
* Photocopiers/scanners
* Fax machines
* Telephones and voice mail

WTDs are essential for operational efficiency in police work.

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