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1
Q

The use of a nerve pressure point technique by an officer in a resisting subject is an example of which use of force option?

A

C. Soft Physical control

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A brachial stun to a resisting subject by an officer is an example of which use of force option?

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D. Hard physical control

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an officer, at the scene of a disturbance is required to strike a subject with a flashlight on a nerve motor point to gain control of the person. this is an example of what use of force option?

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A. intermediate weapon

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4
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GBH subject is best described as?

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B. threatens life may cause damage to organs.

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Active resistance is best described as ?

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C. Pulls away from you, tries to run

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Passive resistance is best described as?

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A. Someone who does not respond to verbal direction

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the use of force model has two concentric circles surrounding the assess/plan/act model they are:

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D. subject behaviour and use of force options

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When arresting a subject an officer should approach from which relative position to apply handcuffs to the subject?

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C. 2 1/2

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9
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Never try to handcuff the:?

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D. uncontrolled subject

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how tight should the handcuffs be?

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D. if you can slide the tip of the little finger between the single bar and the wrist, tension is acceptable.

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what four conditions must be considered before you can arrest someone?

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D. prevent the continuation of the offence, fail to identify subject, believe they will not attend court, preserve evidence.

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12
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any use of force will be followed up with what form to document the occurrence?

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use of force report

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13
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what is a resister?

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C. a subject who does not obey an officer’s verbal commands

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14
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an officer, while escorting a subject from one location to another, experiences the subject resist. the officer should use which joint lock?

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C. straight armbar takedown

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15
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what are the 3 key principles when applying PSA’s?

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A. verbal direction, pressure/counter pressure, apply suddenly and reward compliance

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16
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Situational factors are not important in determining an officer’s perception and tactical considerations

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False

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17
Q

identify the 7 non-strike areas of the body with the baton?

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Head
Neck
Spine
Sternum
Groin
Knees
Kidneys

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18
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Results of a properly executed baton strike could include the following outcome to the assailant?

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D. all the above

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19
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the proper use of pepper spray on a assailant would be best described as?

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E. both a and b

20
Q

how long can you physically expend energy at 100% of your ability before muscle fatigue and exhaustion begin to affect the officer?

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B. 15 seconds

21
Q

excited delirium is a state of extreme mental and physiological excitement characterized by extreme agitation, hyperthermia, hostility, exceptional strength and endurance without apparent fatigue.

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True

22
Q

Drug intoxication, psychiatric illness, or a combination of both are possible causes of excited delirium.

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True

23
Q

hot to touch, naked in public, extreme strength, and violent behaviour are symptoms of excited delirium.

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True

24
Q

it is acceptable for a single officer to engage a person showing signs of excited delirium.

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False

25
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a person showing signs of excited delirium need to be moved from the prone position as soon as possible after control has been established.

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True

26
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in a weapon retention and disarming situation, the officer is in a life-or-death situation and must be 100% committed to his actions.

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True

27
Q

Officers must have a mindset to win and not just survive.

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True

28
Q

Raspy voice, clenching teeth, target glancing, fighter stance, repeated phrases are all clues related to stages of aggression but shouldn’t be taken seriously.

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False

29
Q

the role of the contact officer is to control the situation, documents and paperwork.

A

True

30
Q

Name the 3 stages of the reaction cycle?

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  1. perception
  2. evaluation
  3. reaction
31
Q

action is always faster then reaction

A

true

32
Q

Two types of subjects an officer will encounter are?

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D. potentially uncooperative and uncooperative

33
Q

an officer is justified in using a baton to strike a subject when?

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A. when lower force options have failed or are inappropriate and deadly force is not justified.

34
Q

when searching a subject an officer must always?

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E. all the above

35
Q

state the guidelines an officer is required to follow once the baton has been used, and the is complaining of injury?

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Handcuff search, provide medical attention, notify supervisor and detention staff, document potential charge.

36
Q

the expandable baton is always carried?

A

D. tip down

37
Q

the baton is a defense weapon?

A

True

38
Q

when striking, the expandable baton is gripped with?

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D. full hand grip

39
Q

when should the carotid neck control hold be applied?

A

to apprehend a violent person when a lower-profile technique is not effective and a higher level of force is not required.

40
Q

name the 7 steps that should be taken after a subject is rendered unconscious.

A

handcuff
check vitals
Search
advise supervisor
medical attention
notify jailer
document

41
Q

how long does it take to render someone unconscious using the CNCH?

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5 to 15 seconds

42
Q

how long does it take for someone to regain consciousness from a CNCH?

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A. 20-30 seconds

43
Q

name 3 personality profiles where subjects are more likely to restraint to OCS?

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  1. psychologically or emotionally disturbed people
  2. people in drug-induced states
  3. goal-oriented people.
44
Q

where is OCS placed on the use of force model?

A

intermediate weapon

45
Q

what section of the criminal code authorizes officers to use force in execution of thier duties?

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25

46
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what section of the criminal code holds an officer criminally responsible for exseeive force used?

A

26

47
Q

list three threat cues

A

-bladed stance
-clenched fist
- 100m stare

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