Justifications

Question 1

F/Arm

Answer 1

The decision to use your firearm rest with you

You are accountable for your actions

If you kill or injury a person when such action is not reasonable you could face serious criminal charges and civil action

You are only justified in discharging your firearm when there is an immediate risk to your life or the life of someone else, or there is an immediate risk of serious injury to you or someone else and there is no other way of preventing the risk.

Before discharging your firearm, take into account your training and situational requirements

Question 2

Baton

Answer 2

You may use your baton if in danger of being overpowered or to protect yourself or others from injury.

The force used must always be reasonable.

Question 3

OC

Answer 3

Use defensive spray only for:
Protection of human life

A less lethal option of controlling people when violent resistance or violent confrontation occurs (or is likely to occur)

Protection against animals.

Question 4

Handcuffs

Answer 4

The decision to handcuff rests with you, officer safety is paramount.

Generally, you are justified in handcuffing prisoners only when they have tried to escape, or to prevent escape or injury to themselves or others.