Oleoresin Capsicum Flashcards
Major components of OC Canister
Nozzle
Canister
Flip top safety
Actuator button
Valve stem
Valve assembly
Tube
Spray patterns
Fog - (up and down) (3-8 feet)
Stream - (Side to side) (3-12 feet)
Foam - (spiral) (3-5 feet)
Methods of delivery
Up and down - fog
Side to side - stream
Spiral - foam
Levels of contamination
Level 1 - direct physical contact
Level 2 - indirect physical contact
Level 3 - area contamination
Employment formula (steps of employment and after)
Spray
Command (Get down)
Evaluate (their response)
Control (physical restraint)
Medical check
Drawing methods
Strong side draw
Cross draw
Tactical assist
3 major cause of sudden death in detainees
Lack of supervision
Failing to provide physical relief
Improper or inaccurate written documentation
Primary medical survey
Airway
Breathing
Circulation