Officer Safety and Survival

Question 0

What is the foundation of the Survival Circle?

Answer 0

Mental Preparation

Question 1

What are the components of the Survival Circle?

Answer 1

1. Mental Preparation
2. Tactics
3. Physical Fitness
4. Equipment
5. Shooting Skills

Question 2

What are the Ten Deadly Errors?

Answer 2

1. Failure to maintain proficiency and care of weapons, vehicle and equipment
2. Improper frisk, search, or use of handcuffs
3. Not enough rest - Sleepy
4. Relaxing too soon
5. Missing the danger signs
6. Taking a bad position
7. Failure to watch the hands
8. Tombstone Courage
9. Preoccupation
10. Apathy

Question 3

What are the areas of personal lives which are directly AFFECTED by a Law Enforcement career?

Answer 3

Home Security, Telephone, Mail, Professional Identity

Question 4

What is the second area of that needs constant attention throughout your career?

Answer 4

Financial and Personal Records

Question 5

What is the best way to avoid your professional identity from becoming compromised?

Answer 5

Don’t put it out there