Dog Encounters Flashcards
What are some responsibilities of responding officer to a dog at large call?
While enroute confirm animal control was contacted and is enroute.
Maintain a safe distance and do not approach the dog unless is is going to attack someone or might be preparing to attack someone.
Follow at a safe distance and wait for animal control.
Use of force must be used within policy of standard use of force.
Catchpole where are they stored?
In the patrol sgt’s vehicles.
How often are you to be recertified with the catch pole?
Every year
What is the preferred method for use of the catch pole? (Number of people and roles)
Ideally 4 people
Sgt, one with the pole, one less lethal coverage and one lethal coverage.
Be mindful that disengaging may be an option and never use a catch pole on a human.
Does dispatch need to be notified if all deployments?
Yes