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Bomb threats and incidents Flashcards

1
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Define Outer Perimeter.

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A large containment area surrounding the inner perimeter to restrict unauthorized access.

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Explain Suicide Bomber Accomplice.

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Person assisting by delivering the explosive, providing escort, security, and ability to detonate remotely.

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What information should be documented during a bomb threat?

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Location of device, specifics of threat like timing, type of device, appearance, trigger, reason.

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When should employees avoid using transmitting devices during a bomb threat?

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Employees should avoid using transmitting devices where the bomb is reported to be.

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What should an employee do upon receiving a bomb threat?

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Immediately notify a supervisor and provide all available information regarding the threat.

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What is the responsibility of responding officers during a bomb threat involving a public location?

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Avoid using certain equipment, observe for suspicious activity, question witnesses, and obtain information.

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What are the supervisor’s responsibilities during a bomb threat involving a public location?

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Serve as the police Incident Commander (IC), implement Incident Command System (ICS) procedures.

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When should searches of public locations be conducted with direct assistance?

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Searches of public locations should be conducted with direct assistance of employees or others knowledgeable of the building’s contents and layout.

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What factors should the police IC consider when developing a search plan?

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The police IC should consider the type of establishment, motivation of the perpetrator, and the accessibility of the building when developing a search plan.

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What should officers focus on during the initial search efforts?

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Officers should focus their initial search efforts on areas accessible by the public.

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What should officers do if a bomb or suspicious item is discovered during a search?

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All search team officers should be alerted and removed from the area, and the HDU should be notified immediately.

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Who can request the assistance of an explosive detection canine team?

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A supervisor or police IC can request the assistance of an explosive detection canine team.

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What is the responsibility of officers trained as spotters for the explosives detection canine team?

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Officers trained as spotters assist the canine officer in observing for suspicious items and reduce the risk of overlooking areas during the search.

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In the event of a bomb threat, who has the responsibility to decide on evacuation of a public location?

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The individual in charge of the property has the responsibility to decide on evacuation of a public location during a bomb threat.

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What minimum distance should occupants and bystanders be evacuated to in all directions?

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Occupants and bystanders should be evacuated to a distance of at least three hundred (300) feet in all directions.

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What are some indicators of suspicious behavior mentioned in the notes?

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Indicators include sweating, avoiding eye contact, and unusual clothing.

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What actions should initial responding officers take to verify a bomb threat?

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Locate the suspect, maintain visual contact, and request supervisor assistance.

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What communication devices should officers avoid using near a suspect’s location?

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Avoid cellular phones, portable radios, or transmitting devices.

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When is the use of deadly force authorized in dealing with a suicide bomber?

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Deadly force is authorized when probable cause is established.

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How should officers target a suspect when using deadly force?

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Target the suspect’s head rather than center body mass.

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What precautions should officers take to minimize the potential of a suicide bomber detonation?

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Do not warn the suspect prior to using deadly force.

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How should officers act if a suicide bomber decides to surrender or is unable to detonate the device?

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Remain in a position of cover and do not order the suspect to kneel.

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What should officers do if they encounter a suicide bomber?

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Use deadly force as prescribed in policies and training.

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What should officers do to expedite evacuations in an emergency situation?

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Attempt to control access and expedite the egress of individuals.

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Who is permitted access to the location once it is evacuated?

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Only Hazardous Devices Unit (HDU) members.

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What is one responsibility of the police IC once the location is evacuated?

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Request sufficient additional officers to establish perimeters.

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What information should officers gather from occupants and bystanders after relocation?

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Complete description of suspicious item, location, odors, sounds, possession, time, threats.

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What is the responsibility of the Hazardous Devices Unit (HDU) in response to suspicious packages?

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To respond to the scene and assess the situation.

29
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Who has the sole authority to determine render safe procedures for explosives?

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On scene HDU members.

30
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What should officers assist the HDU with regarding vehicles access?

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Maintain open lanes of travel to the location.

31
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What is the supervisor’s responsibility in Post Blast Procedures?

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Coordinate scene security and request additional resources.

32
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How far should the crime scene be from the blast site in all directions?

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1½ times the distance from the blast to the furthest visible evidence.

33
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Who is responsible for storing, transporting, and handling explosives and explosive material?

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Hazardous Devices Unit (HDU), Canine Unit, designated Emergency Response Unit members.

34
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Who is authorized to handle explosives and explosive materials?

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Authorized officers who have been properly trained by the HDU.

35
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What should individuals do in the blast zone if evacuation is not possible?

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Move to available cover or lie prone on the floor.

36
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How far should individuals in buildings be from the point of detonation?

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Within 100 feet.

37
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What actions will HDU technicians determine for a suicide bomber upon arrival?

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Additional actions to take and how to handle unexploded device.

38
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Why should officers not approach a presumed dead or wounded suicide bomber?

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To ensure no secondary devices or booby traps are present.

39
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What tasks do HDU technicians have at the crime scene upon arrival?

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Inspect, check for undetonated devices, clear safe zones.

40
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What should officers outside the crime scene perimeter be aware of?

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Accomplices attempting to flee the area.

41
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What should officers do when screening individuals seeking access to the crime scene?

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Conduct basic screening.

42
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Who should complete an electronic case report for bomb threats and incidents?

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The first responding officer.

43
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What should be included in the report for bomb threats and incidents?

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  1. Identifying info from threat receiver. 2. Statement from suspicious persons. 3. Statements from witnesses.
44
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What should be completed by the Incident Commander after an incident?

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Ensure an After Action Report is completed.

45
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What is the purpose of G.O. 2018-02?

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To provide a protocol for response to threatened bombings or actual bomb incidents.

46
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Who is responsible for handling suspected or actual explosive devices?

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The department’s Hazardous Devices Unit.

47
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When can designated BOSO officers respond to requests for assistance outside of Fayette County?

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If requested by a state or local law enforcement agency from the jurisdiction of the incident.

48
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Who must approve the out-of-county response of designated BOSO officers?

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Appropriate unit supervisor or commander, and a BOSO commander or assistant chief.

49
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What must the appropriate unit supervisor do before designated BOSO officers leave Fayette County for an out-of-county response?

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Notify the Patrol Duty Commander.

50
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What is the objective of the inner perimeter in bomb incidents?

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To minimize and control movement of a suspect within that area.

51
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What is considered while determining the necessity and level of force used by an officer?

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The totality of the circumstances known to the officer at that time.

52
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Define Explosive Device as per the policy.

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Any article capable of causing injury or death to a person, or destruction of property.

53
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What is the role of an Explosive Detection Canine Team?

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Conduct searches for explosive materials and provide a visible deterrent against threats.

54
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How are bomb incidents defined in the Lexington Police Department policy?

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When a suspected or actual explosive device is located or detonated.

55
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Who maintains the master inventory log for explosive materials in the magazines?

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Canine Unit supervisor and HDU Commander

56
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How often is a full count explosives inventory conducted by the Canine Unit supervisor?

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Annually

57
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What form is used to document the disposal of all explosive evidence?

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Property and Evidence Disposition Form (Form #320)

58
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In case of transporting unstable explosives, who notifies the Patrol Duty Commander and requests escort assistance?

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HDU Commander

59
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What kind of attacks must police officers be prepared for in relation to suicide bombings?

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Suicide bomber attacks

60
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What is the authorized action by police officers when they establish probable cause of a suicide bomber’s presence?

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Use of deadly force

61
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What is the age range commonly associated with suicide bombers?

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Between 18 and 23 years

62
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What must be coupled with characteristics/behaviors to establish probable cause of a suicide bomber?

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Information or observable actions

63
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What is the supervisor’s responsibility during a bomb threat at a department facility?

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Implement the Incident Command System (ICS) and coordinate necessary actions.

64
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Who will be the initial Incident Commander (IC) during a bomb threat at a department facility?

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The highest-ranking on-site sergeant or lieutenant.

65
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What duties does the initial Incident Commander (IC) have during a bomb threat incident?

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Receiving information, establishing perimeters, ordering evacuations, and coordinating searches.

66
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What support units can be requested by the supervisor during a bomb threat at a department facility?

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Hazardous Devices Unit, Explosive Detection Canine Team, Fire Department, Chief of Police and Staff.

67
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What are the responsibilities of the IC regarding the evacuation of department facilities during a bomb threat?

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Determining evacuation necessity, coordinating orderly evacuations, and accounting for all employees.

68
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How should employees act during the evacuation of a department facility in case of a bomb threat?

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Briefly look for suspicious objects, report to designated assembly location, and remain until declared safe.

69
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What actions should the police IC take if an explosive device is alleged in a public location?

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Contact responsible party, provide information, and advise on search, evacuation, or reentry decisions.

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