8.0 Critical Incidents Procedures Flashcards
As authorized by section 8607(a) of the California Government Code, the Department will utilize the __ in its response to, and management of critical incidents
California Standard Management System (SEMS)
The Departments __ is tasked with coordination of critical incident planning.
CIMU
SEMS is utilized by all local, county, and State agencies to ensure a __ response to incidents regardless of where they occur in the State
standardize
The __ __ __, a component of SEMS, provides incident commanders with a system for managing critical incidents I an organized and effective manner.
Incident Command System (ICS)
Incident Commander is the individual responsible for the command of all functions at the __ level.
field
The incident command post is a field location at which the primary incident command functions are performed. Only __ ICP is established per incident.
one
The ICP should be kept __ from the SWAT Tactical Operation Center (TOC).
apart
The ICS is the nationally used standardized on-scene emergency management concept specifically designed to allow its users to __ an integrated organizational structure.
adopt
Perimeter/Outer containment:
1.
3.
3.
- Outer Perimeter- the boundary established at a safe distance from the inner-perimeter to control traffic and onlookers.
- Inner Perimeter - a closed boundary which controls all entry and exit into a hazardous area.
- Containment - a secure status that has established controlling entry and exits routes and limiting the hazard to a designated area.
Staging area is:
A location where responding units check in and are given tactical assignments or wait until assignments are made. The staging area should be kept apart from the ICP to reduce noise and interference with the ICP.
PRT consists of a SWAT sergeant, one sniper and at least __ officers.
five
SRT is a full time SWAT component consisting of 2 sergeants and __ officers.
12
The SWAT commanding officer is the liaison to the __ regarding SWAT responsibilities and missions.
incident commander
The Tactical Operation Center (TOC) is the primary location for SWAT personnel to meet, plan and __ their mission.
organize
The TOC is usually lead by the __ who coordinates incoming intelligence and the Mission Leader who is responsible for executing the mission.
SWAT Executive Officer
The ICS provides a management structure and system to conduct on-site __ operations.
emergency
The ICS provides the __ needed to rapidly activate and establish an organized format around those functions that need to be preformed.
flexibility
The ICS shall be used on all __ __.
critical incidents
The ICS is a management system encompassing the following components: organizational functions, resources and facilities. ICS establishes terminology to be used statewide: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
- Command
- Operations
- Planning and Intelligence
- Logistics
- Finance/Administrative
Modular Organization - ICS develops in a modular fashion based on the nature, size, and anticipated duration of an __.
incident
Unified Command Structure - allows all agencies with geographical, legal or functional responsibilities to establish a common set of objectives and strategies, and a single __ __ __.
Incident Action Plan
Incident Accident Planning - used by the __ __ to establish the goals, objectives, and strategies for the incident based upon the requirements of the jurisdiction. This plan may be in either written or oral format, depending upon the situation.
Incident Commander
Manageable Span and Control - ICS helps to ensure a safe, manageable span of control. Generally, the span of control range should range from __ to __ subordinates.
3 to 7
The 4 Pre-designated Incident Facilities are: 1. 2. 3. 4.
- Staging area
- Incident Command Post
- Temporary Evacuation Points
- Mass Care Centers
The __ is responsible for determining the scope of the ICS organization that is required.
Incident Commander
The Command Staff of of the ICS consists of seven positions:
1-7
- Incident Commander - responsible for all incident activities.
- ICS Specialist - the individual for the Department’s CIMU assigned to assist the Incident Commander.
- Public Information Officer - The primary person responsible for the formulation and release of information to the media.
- Incident Scribe - Records information from all incident messages reference time, message, and action taken.
- Safety Officer - monitors and assesses hazardous and unsafe situation and develops measures for ensuring the safety of personnel.
- Liaison Officer - serves as a point of initial contact assisting agency representatives.
- Agency Representative(s) - individual(s) with authority to make decisions affecting the agency’s participation in emergency operations. During incidents in which the SDPD is not the Incident Commander, the senior SDPD official on scene serves as the Agency Representative.
The Planning and Intelligence Section OIC - oversees the collection, evaluation, processing and dissemination of information for use at an incident . This position also develops the __ __ __ for the Incident Commander.
Incident Action Plan
The Operation Section OIC - responsible for the implementation and management of __.
all operational plans
The Logistic Officer - responsible for providing facilities, services, staffing and material in support of the __.
incident
Finance/Administrative Section OIC - responsible for all financial and costs requirements of the incident. Generally, this position is only staffed on __ and __ incidents.
major and prolonged
To ensure a critical incident is effectively managed, a single location should be established as the ICP. It's at this location that the primary incident command functions 1-5 are managed. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
- Command
- Planning & Intelligence
- Operations
- Logistics
- Finance & Administration
Only __ ICP should be established per incident.
1
When establishing an ICP, the following information needs to be considered: Advise Communications Division of: 1. 2. 3. 4.
- Location of the ICP and staging area
- Name of incident commander
- Name of the Incident (Market Street Command)
- Radio frequency for conga ting the ICP
When establishing an ICP, a __ area should also be established.
staging
Whenever possible, the ENT Command Van be will be set up within __ yards of a barricaded individual.
300
Contingency Plans - a plan developed for __ events such as concerts, parades, known demonstrations.
planned
Incident Action Plan - a plan developed at the field and Department Operations Center (DOC) levels __ incidents that occur with little or no warning.
during
Pre-incident planning should incorporate the __ __ __.
Incident Command Sytem
The __ __ gathering is the initial (first), critical step in preparing a pre-emergency Contingency Plan.
Tactical intelligence
Staffing is the __ step of planning an ICP.
second
Incident __ is the 3rd step of planning an ICP.
evaluation
Assessment of __ is the fourth step of this plan. This assessment takes into account the objectives of the pre-emergency Contingency Plan.
resources
Staff __ are the fifth planning step.
briefings
When an incident occurs spontaneously or does not allow for pre-planning, an __ is developed.
Incident Action Plan
Through its effort, SWAT will minimize the potential for loss of:
1.
2.
- Human life
2. Serious bodily injury
The SWAT Unit will maintain the highest level of operational readiness thought development of :
1.
2.
3.
- Sound tactical strategies
- Acquisition and development of special tools and weapons
- Implementation of innovative training programs
The SWAT role is to provide a __ to the Incident Commander, too restore order, and return conditions to normal as rapidly as possible.
resource
The goal of PRT is too __ provide Incident Commanders at critical incidents with pre-designated personnel who are equipped with special weapon and tactical resources.
rapidly
PRT can be used for: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
- Establish a secure perimeter
- Replace regular patrol officers, in exposed or dangerous positions
- Effect emergency rescue/recovery operations
- Develop intelligence on suspect(s) and situation prior to arrival of the remainder of the SWAT Team
- Provide tactical advice and support to Incident Commander(s) and investigative personnel
A SWAT sergeant (or designated teams leader) and __ officers will be assigned to the PRT daily on each patrol watch.
six
A copy of the monthly PRT schedule is maintained in:
The Watch Commander’s office.
Within __ hour of their assigned shift, PRT officers will call the Watch Commander’s office.
one
SRT is a full-time team composed of __ sergeants and __ officers.
1.
2.
- two
2. twelve
The primary responsibilities of SRT is to: 1. 2 3. 4.
- To maintain a constant state of readiness
- To acquire, develop, and maintain specialized equipment
- The resolution of all critical incidents
- Respond to all Code-11 and Code-12 activations
SRT will not take primary responsibility for staffing special events. However, it may be used in support of regularly assigned officer at such events.
True or False?
True
MFF - __ is responsible for training Department personnel in procedures and tactics of the MFF.
SRT
Requests for SRT services may be initiated by __.
unit commanders or their designee
Requests should be forwarded to the SWAT Commander Officer as far in advance of the anticipated need as possible.
Short notice request for SRT services after normal hours should be directed to the __.
Watch Commander’s Office
The sniper team consists of __ sergeants and _ officers.
1.
2.
- Two
2. Ten
__ sniper sergeant and __ sniper sergeants are on-call at all times..
1.
2.
- One
2. Four
There are three different levels of SWAT responses:
1.
2.
3.
- PRT assist
- Code - 11
- Code - 12
When requesting SWAT, the Field Commander will determine which level is appropriate.
The PRT assist provides a middle ground for the use of PRT officers in a patrol function. PRT would not replace a trading all SWAT call-out.
True or False?
True
PRT Assist response utilizes PRT or SRT personnel only. No SWAT vehicles or specialty equipment, such as diversionary devices, sniper deployments, or technological equipment will be used during PRT Assist unless authorized by __.
the SWAT Commanding Officer
The Field Lieutenant or Patrol Supervisor in charge of the incident, will contact __ to discuss the request for PRT Asssist.
PRT sergeant
A Code-11 is a formal SWAT call-out and requires the response of all on-duty: 1. 2. 3. 4.
- PRT officers
- On-call SRT Team
- On-call Snipers
- All SWAT Command and Control personnel
A Code-11 is necessary when deploying the basic SWAT components of: 1. 2 3. 4.
- Perimeter containment (PRT)
- Long rifle (sniper)
- REACT (SRT)
- Command and Control elements
Code-12 is a SWAT __ deployment and includes the same personnel of a Code-11 and all available SRT officers (on-duty or off- duty).
emergency
The Code-12 is a predetermined system for developing the basic SWAT components directly to the scene of the incident, rather than assembling at a __ __.
staging location
All SWAT officers will respond Code-3.
An emergency deployment can be beneficial when SWAT personnel are requested for:
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2.
3.
- Officer/citizen rescue
- Active shooter incidents
- Rapidly evolving critical incidents that require immediate SWAT action
Under most circumstances, a __ or __ supervisor will be responsible for requesting. SWAT call-out.
1.
2.
- field
2. investigative