3.300 STAR Protocol Flashcards
What is the role of the first-line supervisor in the STAR de-escalation protocol?
To arrive at the scene quickly to contain it and avoid immediate action unless necessary.
Define ‘armed’ as per the STAR de-escalation protocol.
‘Armed’ means the suspect has a firearm or other dangerous weapon and is acting in a threatening manner.
What constitutes a ‘dangerous weapon’ in the context of the STAR de-escalation protocol?
An instrument capable of inflicting death or serious bodily injury.
List the criteria for a supervisor’s response to a call under the STAR protocol.
- Credible information that the subject is armed with a firearm or dangerous weapon
- Subject is acting in a threatening manner with the weapon
- Excludes open-carry subjects or pocketknives as sole justification
What should the Communications Bureau update the event with when STAR is activated?
‘STAR’ or ‘STAR de-escalation protocol’ in leading comments.
How many officers should be dispatched to a call involving the STAR de-escalation protocol?
A minimum of three officers.
True or False: The STAR de-escalation protocol can be maintained even if the first-arriving unit confirms the incident no longer meets the criteria.
False.
What actions should the dispatcher take upon notification from the field regarding STAR?
Update the Computer-Aided Dispatch (CAD) event with the appropriate STAR code.
What does the code ‘I5’ signify in the STAR de-escalation protocol?
STAR De-escalation Protocol – Incorrect.
What is the responsibility of the Communications supervisor during a STAR protocol event?
Monitor the event to ensure policy/protocol is being followed.
What should the patrol supervisor do upon arrival at a STAR incident?
Acknowledge and self-dispatch to the call.
Fill in the blank: The patrol officer will consider tactics such as locating _______ and containment positions.
cover/concealment.
If a sergeant and/or three officers are not available to respond, who is exempt from the STAR protocol response?
Officers assigned to Resident Sections.
What should be done if the call resulted in a legitimate threat?
Complete an Area Command Investigative Summary Report.
What is the purpose of Fusion Watch in the STAR de-escalation protocol?
To provide tactical work-up upon request by Communications or patrol.
What is the significance of the STAR code ‘F5’?
STAR De-escalation Protocol – Force Used.
What method should officers utilize to make contact with the subject if deemed appropriate?
Contact cover method.
