400-31 Remote Restraint Device Flashcards
The Remote Restraint Device (RRD)
Is a non lethal device
- Not intended for use as an intermediate weapon
Use of RRDS
Range of 10-20 feet
- Elbow to wrist
- mid-thigh to ankles
As opposed to using a CED an RRD CAN BE
Deployed by multiple officers
Officer shall not with (RRDs)
Display unprofessionally
Deploy from a moving vehicle or at a moving vehicle
Deploy from horse back
When to avoid RRDs
Handcuffed
Pregnant
Elderly, medically infirm, visibly frail, a young child
Suspect fleeing
Near water to avoid them drowning
Only point when situation warrants
If the anchor does not penetrate skin
Dispose of cartridge, tether, anchor in trash at the assigned station
If the anchor DOES penetrate skin
Treat as “sharps” dispose in proper receptacles at the officers assigned station and the other contents in a trash receptacle at assigned station