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K9 procedures Flashcards

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Who is responsible for the review and initial approval of Canine Unit deployment requests outside of Fayette County?

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Canine Unit supervisor

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What criteria does the Canine Unit supervisor consider when deciding on the deployment of canine teams to assist outside Fayette County?

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Capabilities, availability of supervision, potential hazards, and department priorities

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When must the Canine Unit supervisor notify their BOSO supervisor of out of county assistance request details?

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Before any Canine Unit officers leave Fayette County

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How many canine officers must respond together while deployed to an out of county assistance request?

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A minimum of two

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Who must accompany and supervise the canine officers deployed to an out of county assistance request?

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Canine Unit supervisor or another supervisor coordinated by the Canine Unit supervisor

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What is the highest priority for canine officers in public educational demonstrations regarding spectators?

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Safety of all spectators

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Who evaluates and approves requests for public educational demonstrations at the canine training facility?

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Bureau of Special Operations assistant chief

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In what form should public educational demonstrations of the canine team’s capabilities primarily be conducted?

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At the department’s canine training facility

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When should canine officers notify their supervisor of any canine deployment involving a suspect?

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As soon as reasonably possible

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When can tracks or searches for at-risk, injured, or missing adults be conducted?

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Tracks or searches for at-risk, injured, or missing adults can be conducted when the risk of the adult being bitten by the canine is outweighed by the risk of loss of life or serious injury.

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In what situations can the use of a patrol canine be feasible for at-risk adults?

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The use of a patrol canine is feasible when the risk of the adult being bitten by the canine is outweighed by the probability of loss of life or serious injury if the adult is not promptly located.

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When can tracks or searches for at-risk, injured, or missing children be conducted?

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Tracks or searches for at-risk, injured, or missing children can be conducted in emergency cases with approval from the Canine Unit supervisor or the Patrol Duty Commander.

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What are the responsibilities of on-scene officers during tracks or searches?

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On-scene officers must secure the perimeter, ensure the area to be searched is intact, and follow specific procedures in emergency situations.

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When can a patrol canine be used to search for a child?

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A patrol canine can be used to search for a child in emergency circumstances when the risk of the child being bitten is outweighed by the risk of loss of life or serious injury.

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What actions should an officer take when pursuing a suspect and contact is lost?

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An officer should identify the last seen location, shut off vehicle engines, avoid movements, and then consider requesting a patrol canine.

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What is a primary use of patrol canines in building searches?

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A primary use of patrol canines is for locating suspects in buildings or other structures during searches.

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What should on-scene officers do before making entry into a commercial building for a search?

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On-scene officers should secure the perimeter, notify E911 of entry, ensure officers are out, and may request a cover officer for assistance.

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Under what circumstances can a canine be unleashed during a building search?

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A canine may be unleashed during a building search unless it would create an unreasonable risk of injury to innocent persons or the canine itself.

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Who has the authority to assess circumstances and deploy the canine at a scene?

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The canine officer.

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What should be considered when deploying a canine for individuals affected by mental illness or substance use?

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Additional caution.

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Who is responsible for maintaining a call out list for the Canine Unit?

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The Canine Unit supervisor.

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What types of incidents may require the deployment of a canine officer?

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Patrol, Narcotics Detection, Explosive Detection, VAPOR WAKE® Detection, and others with approval.

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Who can authorize the call out of an appropriate canine team outside of normal duty hours?

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Sergeants.

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What duties do patrol canines have according to the notes?

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Patrolling assigned areas and providing support to other department officers.

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In what situations should canine officers avoid being the arresting officer?

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At scenes where other officers are present.

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For what purposes can patrol canines be used in open areas?

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Tracking suspects, missing persons, and discovering potential evidentiary items.

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What is one key requirement for a canine to be used for searching at various situations?

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Training and approval by the Canine Unit supervisor.

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Who should be promptly notified when patrol canines are used for at-risk, injured, or missing adults?

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The Patrol Duty Commander.

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What is the purpose of the Canine Procedures policy?

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To provide guidelines for the Canine Unit and manage deployment.

30
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Explain the Canine Unit’s role at the Lexington Police Department.

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To provide support services, investigative assistance, and community relations.

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Define Canine Apprehension according to the policy.

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Gaining control of a suspect due to canine deployment.

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What constitutes a Canine Deployment as per the policy?

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Using a canine for apprehending, containing, or control purposes.

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What is a Canine Team in the context of the policy?

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An officer from Canine Unit with their assigned canine.

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Explain the role of an Explosive Detection Canine Team.

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Conduct searches for explosive materials as highly trained units.

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Describe the role of VAPOR WAKE® Detection Canine (VWDC).

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Trained for detecting explosive materials in large crowed areas.

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Detail the training requirements for Patrol Canines as per the policy.

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Training in obedience, agility, tracking, searches, and apprehension.

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What standards must Narcotics Detection Canines meet?

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Either USPCA or NAPWDA standards in detecting illegal narcotics odors.

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Explain the training requirements for Explosive Detection Canines.

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Trained to meet USPCA or NAPWDA standards in detecting explosive compounds.

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How are Canine Unit vacancies filled according to the policy?

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In accordance with the terms of current collective bargaining agreements.

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What condition should officers applying to the Canine Unit be in?

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They should be in excellent physical condition due to training demands.

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What initial steps should be taken in announcing the presence of a police officer during a building search?

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Verbally and loudly announce that they are a police officer.

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Why is it recommended to have an officer proficient in the suspect’s language present during announcements?

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To give warnings in the appropriate language and interpret when the suspect is taken into custody.

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How should the presence of a police canine be announced?

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Verbally, loudly, and repeatedly announce the presence and potential release of the canine.

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What should the suspect be instructed to do upon the announcement of a police canine?

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Immediately surrender or the police canine will be released.

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Why is it important to allow a reasonable amount of time for the suspect to respond?

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To provide the suspect with an opportunity to comply with instructions.

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In what manner should the loud warning be given during a building search?

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Ordinarily in a manner so perimeter officers can also hear it.

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How should the warning be communicated in multilevel structures or areas with sound barriers?

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Repeat the warning on each level or when barriers may inhibit sound.

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What are some reasons why patrol canines are not typically utilized in residential searches?

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Residences often have unexpected visitors, family pets, and are smaller compared to commercial properties.

49
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Under what circumstances may an officer with a canine conduct a residential search?

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If firearms are readily available or suspects are known to be armed.

50
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Who oversees the training of all narcotics detection canine officers?

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The Canine Unit supervisor.

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What duties do narcotics detection canines perform regarding sniffing personal items?

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They may sniff items if there is reasonable suspicion and limited duration for the task.

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When should exploratory sniffing by narcotics detection canines be conducted in public facilities?

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With advance knowledge of the facility manager, without interference to the public or facility operations.

53
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Are sniffs at the front door of residences or at the curtilages of a residence considered searches?

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Yes, they require a search warrant.

54
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In which situations can narcotics detection canines be used in schools?

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Limited to situations with reasonable suspicion of drugs being sold, possessed, or consumed.

55
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What should be done prior to conducting searches in schools using narcotics detection canines?

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Prior approval of the principal or similar administrator to avoid undue interference.

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What is required before conducting an ‘open air sniff’ on school property?

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Review and approval by the BOSO assistant chief or designee.

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When can a narcotics detection canine be introduced inside a vehicle during a sniff of motor vehicles?

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Only if a positive canine alert occurs outside of the vehicle first.

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What must an officer conclude to prolong a traffic stop beyond what is reasonable during a vehicle sniff?

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Specific, articulable facts leading to the investigation of suspected illegal narcotics activity.

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When can explosive detection canine teams be requested to conduct advance inspections of a site or facility?

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As outlined in GO series 2003-01 Special Event Planning, under direction of the Hazardous Devices Unit.

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How are VAPOR WAKE® detection canines utilized regarding public safety?

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To early identify illegal explosives and/or explosive devices in public venues.

61
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When can the Canine Unit assist other law enforcement agencies within and outside Fayette County?

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Upon request, inside and outside Fayette County, with permission from a supervisor or the Patrol Duty Commander.

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What should a canine officer do if a canine has bitten or scratched an individual?

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Notify a supervisor, offer medical care, and ensure visible injuries are documented.

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What steps should be taken if an arrest is made after a canine bites or scratches an individual?

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Provide medical attention in accordance with Prisoner Custody, Security and Transportation guidelines.

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When can a canine officer apply to take possession of their retired canine?

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When the canine is retired due to injury or the officer is transferred, promoted, or retires.

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What is the process for a canine officer to request possession of their retired canine?

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Submit a completed, witnessed, and notarized ‘Release of All Claims’ form to the Chief’s Office.

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What restrictions apply to a retired police canine once possession is granted to the officer?

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Cannot be used for security, law enforcement, investigative purposes, or sold/transferred to another entity.

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