HPM 50.5 (MD) Flashcards
In accordance with the Department’s mission and objectives, the CHP will normally respond to the following types of civil unrest/disobedience incidents: (chapter 1)
(1) An incident (Freeway/Highway) where the Department has primary investigative authority. (2) An incident which affects state property where the Department has primary investigative authority. (3) An official request for mutual aid assistance made by an allied agency in accordance with existing policy and the California Office of Emergency Services Law Enforcement Mutual Aid Plan (refer to HPM 50.1)
According to the National Incident Management System (NIMS), and the California Standardized Emergency Management System (SEMS), a request for mutual aid by an allied agency for Mobile Field Force is defined as… (chapter 1)
a minimum of 52 CHP uniformed personnel, to be dispatched in 14 general purpose patrol vehicles, unless otherwise specified in writing by the requesting agency
Departmental personnel committed to the support of local law enforcement agencies during civil disturbance or crowd control incidents shall… (chapter 1)
remain under CHP command and control, and all departmental policies and procedures shall remain in effect.
In compliance with Homeland Security Presidential Directive 5; NIMS; SEMS; California Code of Regulations, Title 19, Division 2, Sections 2400-2450; the Governor’s Office of Emergency Services’ Law Enforcement Mutual Aid Plan and Law Enforcement Guide for Emergency Operations; and departmental policy, uniformed employees of the Department shall use the _____ ________ ________ as the personnel and management protocol for all emergency incidents occurring within CHP jurisdiction. (chapter 1)
Incident Command System
In instances where the deployment of departmental resources are anticipated in support of emergency mitigation efforts by local governments, what should be developed? (chapter 1)
Written memorandums of understanding and/or interagency agreements should be developed and may be integrated into existing local government or agency emergency plans and/or CHP emergency operations plans.
Who is responsible for emergency incident planning and overall coordination of emergency incident activities occurring at all locations within their Area where the Department has primary investigative authority? (chapter 1)
Area commanders
How often shall commanders ensure uniformed employees review policy contained in HPM 50.5? (chapter 1)
Quarterly
How often shall commanders ensure uniformed employees display knowledge of all tactical formations found in HPM 50.5? (chapter 1)
Annually
How often shall commanders ensure uniformed employees display proficiency in the distraction/arrest and control techniques for demonstrators engaging in civil disobedience? (chapter 1)
Annually
Who is responsible to assess the situation, determine the appropriate response, and follow the appropriate operational guidelines. (chapter 1)
The incident commander, or in their absence the ranking on-scene manager/supervisor.
Who has the individual responsibility and authority to use reasonable force to defend themselves or to defend others? (chapter 1)
Each employee.
_____ _________ ______ exercised within the law must be respected and protected by all departmental personnel. (chapter 1)
First Amendment rights
Crowd control or civil disturbance incidents have the potential to… (chapter 1)
exert high stress among law enforcement personnel and can lead to inappropriate or unauthorized conduct.
Who must maintain discipline within the ranks and ensure the integrity of crowd control formations? (chapter 1)
Managers/Supervisors
What are Crowd Control Incidents? (Chapter 2)
A public gathering requiring law enforcement response and utilization of crowd management, intervention, and control strategies. In addition to lawful assemblies, these crowd control incidents could include unlawful assemblies, riots, and other forms of civil disturbance.
What is a Passive Resistance Protester? (Chapter 2)
These are protestors who intentionally and unlawfully oppose a lawful order of a peace officer during arrest situations but involve no physical resistance.
What is an Active Resistance Protester? (Chapter 2)
These are protestors who intentionally and unlawfully oppose the lawful order of a peace officer in a physical manner (e.g., bracing, tensed muscles, interlocked arms, running away).
What is an Assaultive Resistance Protester? (Chapter 2)
These are protestors who use aggressive or combative behavior which attempts or threatens to assault an officer or another.
Use of Force during crowd control incidents must… (Chapter 2)
shall be consistent with the Department’s Use of Force policy and in all situations, the force used must be objectively reasonable under the totality of the circumstances (Graham v. Connor, 490 U.S. 386).
Prior to utilizing pain compliance through control holds to disentangle demonstrators, this shall be given… (Chapter 2)
A lawful order to disperse and a use of force warning.
True or False: The mere locking of arms or legs is not justification to employ baton strikes or to use the baton on seated or standing demonstrators in an attempt to cause them to disentangle. (Chapter 2)
True.
What position is the baton held in during an incident with active resistance protestors? (Chapter 2)
Long extended holding position.
Force other than control holds ______ ___ be used against passively or actively resisting members of a crowd who are attempting to disperse but are unable to move because of the press of the crowd. This includes persons posing no imminent threat to the officers or other persons. (Chapter 2)
should not
Given the clear officer safety threat, severity of the crime, and heightened resistance, what force options could be objectively reasonable if used against assaultive resistance protesters? (Chapter 2)
(a) Baton strikes. (b) Electronic control device deployment. (c) Aerosol subject restraint. (d) Specialty munitions weapons.
What should officers attempt to do with assaultive resistant protester(s)? (Chapter 2)
Take them into custody if the situation permits.
Isolated unlawful activity, such as the following, by individuals or small groups within a crowd ______ ___ automatically form the basis for declaring an assembly unlawful. (1) Isolated destruction of property. (2) Isolated acts of violence. (3) Isolated rock or bottle throwers. (4) Individual sit-down demonstrators.
should not
The following are examples of _____ ____________ __________ (1) Use organizers and monitors to gain voluntary compliance. (2) Isolate, arrest, and remove law violators as quickly as possible. (3) Videotape actions of officers and law violators.(4) Use amplified sound devices to communicate intent or to gain compliance. (5) Use low profile tactics when possible. Do not become the focus of the demonstration. (6) Use arrest teams and appropriate formations or shadow teams. (7) When it is not possible to make an immediate arrest, identify and track suspects using cameras, observation points, shadow teams, or air units. (8) Continue to assess; escalate or deescalate as behavior changes. (9) Do not increase crowd tension or change crowd focus to law enforcement by unnecessary aggressive appearance or behavior. (Chapter 2)
crowd intervention strategies.
California Penal Code Section 407 defines ________ ________. (Chapter 2)
UNLAWFUL ASSEMBLY. “Whenever two or more persons assemble together to do an unlawful act, or do a lawful act in a violent, boisterous, or tumultuous manner, such assembly is an unlawful assembly.”
The following describe _____ _______ __________: (1) Obtain voluntary compliance. (2) Videotape actions of officers and law violators. (3) Act quickly. (4) Request resources (MFF or SRT). (5) Put crowd control squads in place. (6) Identify dispersal routes. (7) Put a traffic plan in place. (8) Move media to a designated area. Use amplified sound devices to communicate intent to declare an unlawful assembly. (9) Disperse unlawful crowd. (10) Track and contain groups involved in illegal behavior using cameras, observation posts, shadow teams, or air units. (11) Arrest individuals who fail to disperse or who are involved in illegal activity. (12) Use Mass Arrest Plan for arrestees. (13) With appropriate approval, deploy appropriate less-lethal munitions to defend officers or to disperse the crowd. (14) Ensure only reasonable force is used. (15) Report use of force and munition deployments. (16) Restore traffic flow. (Chapter 2)
crowd control strategies
California Penal Code Section 404 defines ____. (Chapter 2)
Riot. “Any use of force or violence, disturbing the public peace, or any threat to use force or violence, if accompanied by immediate power of execution, by two or more persons acting together, and without authority of law, is a riot.”
Because events in fluid situations are constantly changing and require constant redeployment of resources to different locations, it is imperative the incident commander __ __ _____ to direct operations. (Chapter 2)
be on scene
In a fluid tactical situation the following applies: If time permits, ensure each vehicle has a vehicle identification card, or a ___ ___, _______ _____________ _______________ ______ ______, placed on the driver’s side dashboard, identifying the vehicle’s driver and Area. (Chapter 2)
CHP 422, Vehicle Check/Parking Warning/Highway Damage Report
Section 726 of the California Penal Code ____ ___ list members of the CHP as officials who are authorized to declare an assembly unlawful. (Chapter 2)
does not
What is the primary purpose of tactical units and formations, whether on foot or mobile? (Chapter 5)
It is to control or move a crowd by using only those tactics and/or amount of force necessary to cause the desired crowd response or movement.
What is a squad? (Chapter 5)
The basic element in a tactical unit is the squad. A squad is usually composed of a squad leader (preferably a sergeant) and 11 officers.
How many vehicles are required to move a squad? (Chapter 5)
The size of a squad should allow for transportation in four patrol vehicles (three officers per vehicle).
What is a linebacker? (Chapter 5)
The linebacker position is an option and the necessity to assign this position is determined by the squad leader. Linebackers are positioned directly behind their assigned squad. Their function is to assist the squad leader in maintaining the integrity of the line, communicating squad leader directions, control/arrest of aggressive demonstrators, and filling in gaps in the line when necessary.
What are the primary responsibilities of an arrest squad? (Chapter 5)
An arrest squad is the tactical unit which has the primary responsibility to make arrests and perform rescue tactics at a civil disturbance/crowd control incident.
How many officers compose an arrest squad? (Chapter 5)
An arrest squad is usually composed of a squad leader (preferably a sergeant) and 11 officers. The size of the arrest squad may vary, depending upon the size and nature of the group to be arrested.
What is a platoon? (Chapter 5)
A platoon is composed of two to three squads normally working as a single unit with a common mission and relatively close geographical assignments. At the discretion of the incident commander, a large tactical unit may be divided into two platoons.
What is the the rank of a platoon leader (normally)? (Chapter 5)
Each platoon leader is normally a lieutenant.
What is an assistant platoon leader? (Chapter 5)
An assistant platoon leader (a sergeant in the platoon) should be designated by the platoon leader to assume command in their absence.
What are the assistant platoon leader responsibilities? (Chapter 5)
Squad leaders are responsible for assisting the platoon leader in controlling the formations of a platoon.
What is a company? (Chapter 5)
A company is composed of a minimum of four squads working as a single unit with a common mission and relatively close geographical assignment.
What is the rank of a company commander (normally)? (Chapter 5)
The company commander is normally a captain.
What is an executive officers? (Chapter 5)
An executive officer is normally a lieutenant. Companies normally have two executive officers.
Who assumes command of a company in the event it is split into two platoons? (Chapter 5)
In the event a company is split into two platoons for tactical reasons, the executive officers can be assigned to assume command of one of the platoons, resulting in each portion of the company being supervised by a lieutenant.
What does the commander do when the company is split into two platoons? (Chapter 5)
If the company is split into two platoons, the company commander will be afforded the flexibility and the freedom to move between locations to assess situations and take appropriate action.
What is a battalion? (Chapter 5)
A battalion is composed of two or more companies. The companies within a battalion should have a common mission and relatively close geographical assignments as dictated by the event and determined by the incident commander.
Who commands a battalion? (Chapter 5)
The battalion commander should be the rank of assistant chief or higher.
Who assists a battalion commander? (Chapter 5)
The battalion commander should be assisted by an executive officer, usually a captain. In the absence of the battalion commander, the executive officer has full authority to direct the actions of the battalion in accordance with the incident mission objectives and operational plans.
What is the tactical formation used by squads, platoons, and companies for movement? (Chapter 5)
Squads, platoons, and companies should move in a Column of Files formation to areas of assignment. When the units halt, they should remain in the Column of Files formation until a tactical formation is ordered.
What are tactical formation designed for? (Chapter 5)
Crowd control
What does the term “multi-squad” mean? (Chapter 5)
The term “multi-squad unit” is used to describe tactical formations above the squad level
What are the basic tactical formations/movements (Hint: there are five of them)? (Chapter 5)
(a) Column of Files (b) Line Formation (c) Encirclement (d) Separation Formation (e) Crossbow Formation
The line formation has five (5) sub-formations, what are they? (Chapter 5)
1 Line Formation–Tactical Spacing 2 Line Formation–Close Support 3 Line Relief 4 Line Formation–Lateral Support 5 Emergency Line
The encirclement formation has one (1) sub-formation, what is it? (Chapter 5)
1 Encirclement–Close Support
The masking formation has five (5) sub-formations, what are they? (Chapter 5)
1 Crossbow Arrest 2 Crossbow Rescue 3 Crossbow Line 4 Masking (masking has a sub-formation too called emergency masking)
What are the two ways officers are directed to form crowd control formations? (Chapter 5)
verbal and visual commands
What are the two parts of both verbal and visual commands? (Chapter 5)
Both visual and verbal commands are divided into two parts: the command of preparation and the command of execution.
What is the basic tactical formation from which most tactical formations are initiated? (Chapter 5)
The Column of Files is the basic squad formation and from which other tactical formations are most often initiated.
When forming the column of files, how many columns does the squad line up in? (Chapter 5)
In the Column of Files, officers line up in two columns.
What are the visual commands (preparatory and execution) for column of files? (Chapter 5)
1 Preparation. The squad leader extends right arm vertically overhead with hand closed in a fist.
2 Execution. The squad leader moves arm down and points with open hand to indicate where the point officer is to align.
What are the verbal commands (perparatory and execution) for column of files? (Chapter 5)
Verbal. 1 Preparatory Command. Squad leader gives command, “Squad 1.” Each member of the squad repeats, “Squad 1.” Squad leader gives command, “Post.” Each member of the squad repeats, “Post.” 2 Command of Execution. “Move.”
What is the line formation and what is it used for? (Chapter 5)
The Line Formation is used to move small crowds or to deny access by crowds to small, controllable areas such as doorways, intersections, on-ramps, etc.
What are the visual commands (preparatory and execution) for line formation? (Chapter 5)
1 Preparation. The squad leader holds arms outstretched from sides, fingers extended and palms facing down.
What are the verbal commands (perparatory and execution) for line formation? (Chapter 5)
1 Preparation. The squad leader holds arms outstretched from sides, fingers extended and palms facing down. a Squad leader gives command, “Squad 1.” b Each member of the squad repeats, “Squad 1.” c Squad leader gives command, “Line Formation.” d Each member of the squad repeats, “Line Formation.” 2 Command of Execution. “Move.”
What is the line formation-tactical spacing?
(Chapter 5)
This formation aligns officers side by side in a single line, all facing toward the crowd with the point officers of the Column of Files aligning at a spot indicated by the squad leader. The remainder of the squad aligns off the point officers.
What is the line formation-tactical spacing used for?
(Chapter 5)
The Line Formation with tactical spacing is used to increase the line coverage of a particular area by simply adjusting the interval spacing between the officers.
What are the visual commands (preparatory and execution) for line formation-tactical spacing? (Chapter 5)
Preparation. The squad leader holds arms outstretched from sides, fingers extended and palms facing forward.
Execution. The squad leader moves arm down and points with open hand to indicate where the point officer is to align.
What are the verbal commands for Line formaition-tactical spacing?
(Chapter 5)
Preparatory Command:
1 Squad leader gives command, “Squad 1.”
2 Each member of the squad repeats, “Squad 1.”
3 Squad leader gives command, “Tactical Spacing.”
4 Each member of the squad repeats, “Tactical Spacing.”
Command of Execution.
“Move.”
What is the Line Formation–Close Support?
(Chapter 5)
The Line Formation-Close Support is used to move crowds or to deny a crowd access to controllable areas such as doorways, intersections, on-ramps, etc., with the front line of officers reinforced by a second line in an off-set double-stack configuration.
How many squads comprise the Line Formation-Close Support?
(Chapter 5)
2
Squad 1. Officers align side by side in a single line, all facing towards the crowd with the point officers aligning at a spot indicated by the unit leader. The remainder of the squad aligns off the point officers.
Squad 2. The point officers of Squad 2 align off-set from the point officers of Squad 1. The remainder of the squad aligns off the point officers, and off-set from the respective officer in front of them.
What is the visual preperatory command for Line Formation-Close Support?
(Chapter 5)
The command of preparation is that the unit leader holds arms outstretched from sides, hands fisted, palms facing down.
What are the verbal commands for Line Formation Close-Support?
(Chapter 5)
Preparatory Command.
Unit leader gives command, “Squad 2.”
Each member of the squad repeats, “Squad 2.”
Unit leader gives command, “Close Support.”
Each member of the squad repeats, “Close Support.”
Command of Execution. “Move.”
What is the Line Relief Formation-Close Support and when is it used?
(Chapter 5)
Officers in the Line Formation–Close Support will advance through the front line and establish a new Line Formation. This is why it is important the squad in close support is offset from the officers in front of them.
It is used to relieve a current Line Formation and establish a new Line Formation.
What are the visual commands for Line Relief Formation-Close Support?
(Chapter 5)
The commqnd of preparation for the Line Relief Formation-Close Support is that the unit leader clasps both hands in front of his upper torso/head region and moves his hands in a clapping motion from clasped to unclasped several times.
What are the verbal commands for Line Relief Formation-Close Support?
(Chapter 5)
Preparatory Command.
Unit leader gives command, “Squad 2.”
Each member of the squad repeats, “Squad 2.”
Unit leader gives command, “Line Relief.”
Each member of the squad repeats, “Line Relief.”
Command of Execution. “Move.”
How many squads comprise the Line Formation Lateral Support and describe their responsibilities?
(Chapter 5)
A compnay or four (4) squads.
Description of Formation.
Squad 1. The point officer of Squad 1 aligns directly to the rear of the last officer from Squad 2. The remainder of the squad aligns directly behind the point officer, establishing the left flank of the formation.
Squad 2. The officers in Squad 2 move into a line formation as has been previously discussed in this chapter.
Squad 3. The officers in Squad 3 move into a line formation as has been previously discussed in this chapter.
Squad 4. The point officer of Squad 4 aligns directly to the rear of the last officer from Squad 3. The remainder of the squad aligns directly behind the point officer establishing the right flank of the formation.
What is the Line Formation Leteral Support sued for?
(Chapter 5)
The Line Formation Lateral Support is used to clear streets, particularly those with doorways or other obstructions. Once the crowd has been directed away from a particular area by utilizing this formation, side streets should be controlled and sealed off by support squads or lateral support officers to prevent the crowd from traveling around the block and reforming.
What is the visual command of perparation for Line Formation Lateral Support?
(Chapter 5)
The visual command of preparation for Line Formation Lateral Support when all squads are in Column of Files, the unit leader holds arms outstretched from sides at shoulder level and calls a Line Formation. The unit leader then calls for lateral support with arms outstretched from sides at shoulder level with a 90-degree bend at the crook of the arm, hands open and above the head, and palms facing forward.
What are the verbal commands for Line Formation Lateral Support?
(Chapter 5)
Preparatory Command.
Unit leader gives command, “Squads 1 and 4, Lateral Support.”
Each member of the squads repeats, “Squad.”
Unit leader gives command, “Lateral Support.”
Each member of the squads repeats, “Lateral Support.”
Command of Execution. “Move.”
Describe the Emergency Line.
(Chapter 5)
An Emergency Line can be called by any member of the squad/platoon/company when the need arises.
Officers rapidly deploy towards the area where the Emergency Line needs to be established.
Squad integrity is not as important as forming the Emergency Line. Once the Emergency Line has been established, squad/platoon/company leaders can adjust personnel to regain squad integrity.
What is the visual command a unit leader/officer gives when he wants his squad/platoon/company to form an emergency line?
(Chapter 5)
The command of preparation fo the Emergency Line is when any officer holds side handle baton in both hands high over their head.
Waht are the verbal commands for the Emergency Line?
(Chapter 5)
Officer gives command, “Emergency Line, Emergency Line,” repeating the command until every member of the affected squad/platoon/company is notified. Each member shall repeat the command and move rapidly towards the threat.
What is the Encirlcement Formation and what is it used for?
(Chapter 5)
The formation resembles a circle. The point officers of Squad 1 move left and right respectively, encircling the crowd to be isolated. It is used when a crowd has refused to obey a lawful order to disperse and multiple arrests will be made.
Unless the group to be arrested is part of a larger crowd, the encirclement officers should face the group. In the event the group to be arrested is within a larger crowd, it is suggested every other officer face away from the group (alternating line) to ensure adequate officer safety for the formation and to maintain visual surveillance of the larger crowd.
If all of the officers of the squad/platoon/company are not needed to encircle the group, when forming the Encirclement Formation, what are the additional officers utilized to form?
(Chapter 5)
An arrest team.
What is the visual command for the Encerclement Formation?
(Chapter 5)
The command of Preparation is the unit leader extends arms overhead, with hands open and fingertips touching, forming a circle.
What are the verbal commands for the Encirclement Formation?
(Chapter 5)
The preparatory commands are:
Unit leader gives command, “Squad 1.” Each member repeats, “Squad 1.” Unit leader gives command, “Encirclement.” Each member repeats, “Encirclement.”
The command of execution is “Move.”
Describe the Encirclement Formation-Close Support.
(Chapter 5)
The Encirclement Formation–Close Support is used when a crowd has refused to obey a lawful order to disperse and multiple arrests will be made. When the individuals to be arrested are within a larger crowd, the Encirclement Formation–Close Support may be used to form an outer perimeter for additional safety and protection.
Describe the Ecirclement Formation-Close Support.
(Chapter 5)
The formation resembles a circle. Squad 1 forms a circle around the individuals to be arrested. Squad 2 forms a perimeter circle around Squad 1. Squad 1 will be facing inboard toward the group to be arrested while Squad 2 will be facing outboard.
If all of the officers of the squad/platoon/company are not needed to encircle the group, those additional officers may be utilized to form an arrest team.
What is the visual command for Encirclement Formation-Close Support?
(Chapter 5)
The command for Preparation is the unit leader extends arms overhead, with closed fists touching, forming a circle.
What are the verbal commands for Encirclement Formation-Close Support?
(Chapter 5)
Preparatory Command.
Unit leader gives command, “Squad 1.” Each member of the squad repeats, “Squad 1.” Unit leader gives command, “Close Support.” Each member of the squad repeats, “Close Support.”
The command of execution is. “Move.”
What is the Separation Formaiton used for.
(Chapter 5)
The Separation Formation is used to separate crowds into two smaller groups by moving two columns of officers through the center of the crowd. The crowd will then be directed away from the center into opposite directions. The Separation Formation is typically used in conjunction with the Line Formation.
Describe the Separation Formation.
(Chapter 5)
The unit leader will call one squad to a Line Formation. The remaining squad(s) will remain behind the Line Formation, within a Column of Files.
What is the visual command(s) for the Separation Formation?
(Chapter 5)
After Squad 2 has been called into a Line Formation, the unit leader holds arms outstretched from sides at shoulder level, with a 90-degree bend at the crook of the arm, hands open and above the head, and palms facing forward. The unit leader then moves arms to the front, palms facing rearward. The unit leader then moves arms back to the original position. This motion is performed several times.
What are the verbal commands for Separation Formation?
(Chapter 5)
The preparatory command is: Unit leader gives command, “Squad 1.” Each member repeats, “Squad 1.” Unit leader gives command, “Separation Formation.” Each member repeats, “Separation Formation.”
The command of execution is, “Move.”
How is the Separation Formation executed for purposes of dividing a group at a demonstation?
(Chapter 5)
On command, Squad 1 advances as two columns through the Line Formation into the center of the crowd. Squad 1 will halt as its last officer passes through Squad 2. Immediately, the left column will face to their left, the right column will face to their right. The officers will then advance forward by taking three steps, dividing the crowd.
Describe the Crossbow Formation and what it is used for? (this is a long answer, stand-by)
(Chapter 5)
The Crossbow Formation is utilized when the squad/platoon/company is already with a Line Formation. The arrest squad will form two columns at the location designated by the arrest squad leader.
The squad/platoon/company on line will separate at the point needed and the Crossbow Formation will aggressively run through the line. The first two officers will take control of the desired individual. The remaining members of the arrest squad will encircle the individual, two controlling officers, and squad leader, and will be facing outward to establish a protective perimeter.
At the direction of the unit leader, the arrest squad may return through the Line Formation, or the Line Formation may move forward and past the Crossbow Formation.
What is/are the visual command for the Crossbow Formation? (Crossbow Arrest and Crossbow Rescure and Crossbow Line)
Visual.
1 Preparation. The unit leader raises arms above head, fists closed, and crossing arms at the wrists, indicating a Crossbow Formation is to be performed. (Refer to Photo 5-10.) A follow-up visual command will also be used:
Crossbow Arrest. The unit leader leaves one hand clinched in a fist, while the other hand grasps the clinched hand at the base of the wrist. The unit leader will alternate between the Crossbow sign and the arrest sign several times.
Crossbow Rescue. The unit leader leaves one hand clinched in a fist, while the other hand covers the knuckles and finger portion of the clinched fist. The unit leader will alternate between the Crossbow sign and the rescue sign several times.
Crossbow Line. The unit leader transitions from the Crossbow sign to the Line Formation sign. This allows several squads to advance rapidly in a controlled manner.
What are the verbal commands for the Crossbow Formations (Arrest/Line/Rescue)?
(Chapter 5)
The preparatory command is the unit leader gives the command, “Squad 1.” Each member repeats, “Squad 1.” The unit leader gives the command, “Crossbow arrest/rescue/line.” Each member repeats, “Crossbow arrest/rescue/line.”
The command of execution is “Move.”
What is the Masking command used for?
(Chapter 5)
To prepare officers for tactical formations within a chemical environment.
What is the visual command for the Masking?
(Chapter 5)
The unit leader places a cupped hand towards their mouth.
What are the verbal command for Masking?
(Chapter 5)
The verbal preparatory command to prepare officers for tactical formations within a chemical environment is:
the unit leader gives command, “Squad 1.” Each member of the squad repeats, “Squad 1.” unit leader gives the command, “Prepare to mask.” Each member of the squad repeats, “Prepare to mask.”
NOTE: It is advisable the unit leader repeats “Prepare to mask” at least twice to ensure all members of the squad hear the command. The squad should repeat the command each time, as well.
The command of execution by the unit leader is “Mask.”
What are the verbal commands for Unmasking?
(Chapter 5)
Unit leader gives command, “Squad/Platoon/Company.”
b Each member repeats, “Squad.”
The verbal commands for unmaking are the unit leader gives the command, “All clear.” Each member repeats, “All clear.”
NOTE: It is advisable the unit leader repeat “All clear” at least twice to ensure all members of the squad heard the command. The squad should repeat the command each time, as well.
For the command of execution, the unit leader gives the command, “Unmask.”
What is Emergency Masking?
(Chapter 5)
To prepare officers for tactical formations within a chemical environment. Any member of a squad/platoon/company can give the command for an emergency mask.
What is the visual command for Emergency Masking?
(Chapter 5)
The unit leader holds arms horizontally to the ground while moving hands in and out towards shoulders.
What are the verbal commands for Emergency Masking?
(Chapter 5)
Unit leader gives command, “Emergency mask, emergency mask, emergency mask.” Each member of the squad repeats, “Emergency mask, emergency mask, emergency mask.”
There is no command of execution.
When patrolling or responding to or from a specific mission (crowd/riot etc.), what should the patrol vehicle window posiiton be?
(Chapter 5)
If tactically sound, the patrol vehicle windows should be down to reduce the potential for injury occurring from shattering glass.
What are some tactical assesment to consider before dismounting a patrol vehicle and going on foot at a riot/crowd control detail?
(Chapter 5)
The silencing of keys, loose change, electronic watches, mobile electronic devices, cellular telephones, etc., should be completed prior to any movement that requires stealth.
General rules of movement include the following:
1 Do not silhouette yourself in doors or windows, or on roof tops.
2 Avoid open areas such as streets, alleys, parks, etc.
3 Select the next position of cover prior to moving.
4 Conceal movements by using buildings, rubble, and vegetation.
Name the five vehicle formations.
(Chapter 5)
In Trail, Double Stack, Mobile On Line, Bounding, and Mobile On Line Dismounted Line Formation.
Who may authorize the use of Rifle Officers and Chemical Agent Officers?
(Chapter 5)
Only the on-scene CHP incident commander may authorize the assignment of rifle officers and chemical agent officers.
Waht are six (6) Special Function Officers listed in 50.5?
(Chapter 5)
- Driver (officer)
- Rifle or Shotgun Officer
- Medical Aid Officer
- Cheimical Agent Officer/Grenadier
- Mounted Patrol Officer
- Motorcycle Squads
It is recommended that each squad within the tactical unit be identified by a different color tape on their tactical riot helmets. Waht are the color designations that are to be used statewide for uniformity?
(Chapter 5)
Managers–yellow
Squad 1–red
Squad 2–white
Squad 3–blue
Squad 4–green
Squad 5–orange (if five squads are assigned to a tactical unit)
Grenadiers–black
Who may authorize the use of the wooden dowel as a distraction tool during an incident?
(Chapter 6)
The use of the wooden dowel as a distraction tool may only be authorized by the incident commander or, in their absence, the ranking on-scene manager/supervisor.
When is the use of the wooden dowel authorized?
(Chapter 6)
The use of the wooden dowel is authroized only during unlawful demonstrations involving persons employing resistance tactics. The dowel shall be used only by personnel who have received departmental training in the use of the tool. Personnel not trained in the use of the wooden dowel are not authorized to carry or use the dowel.
When will departmentally-approved control holds and distraction techniques be used?
(Chapter 6)
Departmentally-approved control holds and distraction techniques will be used to gain compliance and control the movements of arrestees who do not adhere to verbal commands, only with incident commander approval.
What is the MARC-30 and when is it authorized?
(Chapter 6)
Mass Arrest Restraint Chain (MARC)-30
Use of the Mass Arrest Restraint Chain (MARC)-30 arrest chain may only be authorized by the incident commander or ranking on-scene manager/supervisor.
What are three considerations the incident commander or ranking on-scene manager/supervisor should consider prior to deploying arrest squads?
(Chapter 6)
- Arrestees should be physically isolated from sympathizers and other incident participants.
- If necessary, a perimeter should be established around transport vehicles while at the pre-booking site.
- Support staff should be assigned to make video recordings of the arrest and booking procedures if video equipment is available.
At what age should a minor not normally be arrested?
(Chapter 6)
Minors under 12 years of age should not normally be arrested. (that means 11 and younger)
What should be done with minors between the ages of 12 to 18 who ar in the copany of an adult who is arrested?
(Chapter 6)
At the discretion of a uniformed supervisor, persons at least 12 years of age and under 18 years of age who are not arrested but are in the company of an adult who is arrested may be released to a responsible adult, provided the parent or legal guardian gives written consent. In the event there is no responsible adult to take custody of the child, the child shall be transported to a local child protective services agency facility or released to a child protective services agency representative.
What shall be done with minors under twelve in the company of an adult who is arrested?
(Chapter 6)
Minors under the age of 12 who are not arrested and who are in the company of an adult who is arrested shall be transported to a child protective services agency facility or released to a child protective services agency representative.
What is the composition of an arrest processing team?
(Chapter 6 Annex B)
The arrest processing team should include a photo officer, transportation officer, booking officer, and incident recorder. Augmenting these positions with additional personnel may be necessary depending on the number of arrests.
What forms (2) should be included in a Pre-Booking Envelop and a Transportation/Booking Envelope (7) and in what quantity?
Pre-Booking Envelop:
(1) Blank 3-inch by 5-inch cards (arrest control cards): 100
(2) Field arrest photo placard or video recording equipment: 1
Transportation/Booking Envelop:
(1) CHP 216, Arrest – Investigation Report: 50
(2) CHP 215, Notice to Appear books: 2 or as many as necessary depending on the size of the incident.
(3) Pre-booking forms – local (may be obtained locally): 50 (4) Probable Cause forms: 100
(5) Juvenile in-custody forms: 10
(6) CHP 36, Evidence/Property Receipt/Report: 100
(7) Fingerprint forms: 50
What is the best method for separating linked demonstrators?
(Chapter 6 Annex E)
The best method for separating linked demonstrators is to work in pairs, with one officer providing the distraction and a second officer applying the twist lock.
Waht are five (5) examples of distraction techniques?
(Chapter 6 Annex E)
(1) Mastoid Nerve Distraction.
(2) Salivary Gland Distraction.
(3) Sternum Distraction.
(4) Rib Distraction.
(5) Pinch Distraction.
Waht are five (5) procedures that shall be adhered to when attaching suspects the MARC-30?
(Chapter 6 Annex F)
1 The on-scene incident commander makes the determination of use of the MARC-30
2 The decision to secure demonstrators directly to the chain shall be based upon the availability of handcuffs and/or flex-cuffs and the urgency of the situation.
3 The on-scene incident commander shall ensure proper use of control holds, handcuffing, and searching techniques are utilized when securing an arrestee directly to the chain.
4 Demonstrators shall be secured by utilizing both handcuffs and positioning the hands to the rear.
5 Never secure more than 30 demonstrators to the arrest chain.
Who should not be handcuffed to the MARC-30?
(Chapter 6 Annex F)
Demonstrators meeting the criteria which allows for hands to be handcuffed to the front as outlined in HPM 70.6, Chapter 21, (i.e., visibly pregnant, elderly, sick, injured, or disabled) should not be secured to the MARC-30. These arrestees should be processed immediately after arrest and either cited and released, or transported to a jail facility.
Waht shall be done with arrest chains that become unusable or need repair?
(Chapter 6 Annex F)
Arrest chains that become unusable or need repair shall be forwarded to the Academy with a CHP 266, Credit Memo - Equipment.
How should chemical agents and speacialty munitions be stored?
(Chaopter 7)
Chemical agents and specialty munitions shall be stored in a climate-controlled environment to preserve their shelf life.
How is equipment accountability maintained at a crowd control incident?
(Chapter 7)
(1) Squad leaders shall maintain a CHP 701B, Personnel Roster and Resource Record, indicating the type and quantities of equipment issued to each squad/team member.
(2) At the conclusion of an event, squad leaders shall ensure all equipment, not personally assigned, is returned to the Division’s Incident Command System Logistics Section. Squad leaders shall inform the Logistics Section by memorandum of any equipment not returned.
(3) The Logistics Section shall provide a signed copy of the CHP 701B to the squad leader acknowledging the returned equipment.
How often shall chemical protective masks be inspected?
(Chapter 7)
Chemical protective masks shall be inspected quarterly and prior to use.
Fro how long can areas remain contaminated after chemical agents have been deployed?
(Chapter 7)
Once chemical agents have been deployed in an area, the area should be considered contaminated. An area can remain contaminated for up to 24 hours, depending upon its use and weather conditions.
What are the reporting requirements after chemical agents and speacailty munitions have been deployed?
(Chapter 7)
All deployments of chemical agents and specialty weapon systems shall be included in the after-action report in addition to using the appropriate departmental forms/programs. The circumstances surrounding each deployment and the exact quantity deployed shall be included. Refer to HPM 50.1, Emergency Incident Management Planning and Operations Manual.
In instances where an after-action report is not completed, the use of chemical agents may be reported on a CHP 51, Memorandum.
What is the proper way to store checical agent protection masks?
(Chapter 7)
Masks shall be stored in their carrying cases to protect against dust, sunlight, extreme temperatures, excessive moisture, or damaging chemicals. Any mask which is found to be defective shall be replaced as soon as possible.
