Defensive Tactics Flashcards
What is a TOF
Tactical options framework
Levels of a TOF
Cooperative
Passive resistance
Active resistance
Assaultive
GBH or death
What is a PCA
Perceived cumulative assessment
It’s you’re subjective assessment and continuous reassessment of a situation using TOF/TENR based on what we know currently
TENR
Threat
Exposure
Necessity
Response
Overriding principle of TENR
Safety is success
Threat defined
Any individuals/groups or acts or anything likely to cause harm or have the potential to hinder police performance
Exposure defined
The potential for harm to people or the security of places or things
Exposure defined
The potential for harm to people or the security of places or things
Necessity defined
Proceed now or later or not at all
Response defined
Proportionate, timely and lawful execution, appropriate use of tactics and tactical options
What is a TOR
Tactical options report
What goes in a TOR
- Reference to tactical options framework
- full details of Incident
- degree and type of force used
- if restraining hold was used, nature and type of hold
- injuries or other consequences suffered by the person on whom force was used
- medical treatment provided
- any injury to police officer involved
- explanation as to why the use of force was necessary. Explain how it was proportionate and reasonable
When should a TOR report be submitted
Anytime an officer/constable shows or uses any reportable force on any person regardless of whether they are being arrested or not
