Manual

Question 1

Mission Statement

Answer 1

The mission of the Special Assignments Unit is to provide tactical support to Precincts and Bureaus by responding to unplanned tactical events, executing high-risk search warrants, apprehending dangerous criminals, and assisting with incidents requiring specialized expertise and equipment.

Question 2

SAU Objectives

Answer 2

1) Provide timely response to tactical events for the Patrol Division
2) The successful management of various tactical situations including those involving hostage and.or barricaded suspects
3) The apprehension of high violence potential or high profile criminals
4) The successful management of incidents which require the expertise of the Special Assignments Unit:
a) High-risk search warrants
b) High Angle/Rescue operations
c) Incidents requiring the use of night vision devices and tools
d) Incidents requiring SCBA Response
e) Dignitary protection

Question 3

Team Positions

Answer 3

0 - Point
1 - Point Cover
2 - Entry/Diversionary Device
3 - Less Lethal/Back-up Gas
4 - Breacher
5 - Sniper
6 - Sniper
7 - Utility
8 - Utility (Secondary Breacher)
9 - Utility

Question 4

Minimum Staffing

Answer 4

Eight officers and 1 sergeant

Question 5

Distraction Devices

Answer 5

Used whenever a diversion is necessary to enable an entry, arrest, or tactical plan to be effected

a) Barricaded suspect and/or hostage situations
b) High-risk search warrants
c) Distracting a subject to allow apprehension or deny access to an area
d) Other situations where the use of a distraction device may increase the safety of officers or the public

Question 6

Breaching - Types

Answer 6

Manual
Mechanical
Ballistic
Explosive
Vehicle Initiated

Question 7

Emblem - SAU colored red

Answer 7

Symbolize speed, power, and decisiveness of action during critical incidents

Question 8

Emblem - Sword

Answer 8

Readiness, warrior spirit, and mastery of weapons

Question 9

Emblem - Wings

Answer 9

Dualistic protection and wisdom from God

Granted the ability to act righteously while preserving life.

Question 10

Motto

Answer 10

In Omnia Paratus - Always Prepared

Question 11

Core Values

Answer 11

Valor - courage in the face of danger
Fortitude - courage in pain or adversity
Sacrifice - the act of giving up something valued for the sake of something else regarded as more important or worthy

Question 12

Guide-On

Answer 12

SAE Emblem on Police Department Blue 22”x28” nylon field

Question 13

Programs

Answer 13

Carbine
Pistol
CQB
Sniper
Breaching
Combatives 
High Angle
ARWEN
Grenadier
SCBA
TCCC
Tech
Night Vision
Open Area
Helicopter/Aerial Interdiction
Tactical Driving
CAT

Question 14

Use of Distraction Devices

Answer 14

Barricaded suspect and/or hostage situations
High-risk search warrants
Distracting a subject to allow apprehension or deny access to an area
Other situations where the use of a distraction device may increase the safety of officers or the public