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OST Flashcards

1
Q

What does FORCE stand for
(Use of force justification)

A

Force
Opportunity
Reasonable
Capability
Exclusion

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2
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What are the 3 Vs?

A

Verbal
Vocal
Visual

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3
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What does RISC stand for?

(Use of force justification)

A

Rapid
Intensity
Specific
Competence

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4
Q

What are the 2 subject control distances

A
  • apparently unarmed = 2m or more
  • armed with an edged weapon = 6m or more
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5
Q

What factors are essential in self preservation and incident management?
- at arrival of a scene (TTDC)

A

Threat
Time
Distance
Cover

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6
Q

What does ICENCIR stand for?

A

Isolate
Contain
Evacuate
Negotiate
Conclude
Investigate
Rehabilitate

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7
Q

What is the HEAR principle

A

Help
Empathise
Actively listen
Rapport

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8
Q

What does HI-AR-RC stand for?

A

HI - hazard identification
AR - assess risks
RC - risk control

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9
Q

explain positional asphyxia

A

When the position of someone’s body interferes with respiration, resulting in death by suffocation

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10
Q

What does CATCOC stand for?

A

Contact
Authority
Topic
Core dialogue
Outcome
Conclusion

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11
Q

What is the equation S+S=HM

A

Service + safety = harm minimisation

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12
Q

What is SAFE TACTICS

A

Slow down
Assess risks
Formulate a plan
Evaluate your options

Take charge
Apply legislation/policy
Create safe environment
Tactical options
Information gathering
Communication
Support

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13
Q

What is the minimum distance for the mk-3 and mk-9 spray?

A

Mk-3 = 1 metre
Mk-9 = 1.8 metre

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14
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What is the maximum distance for the mk-3 and mk-9 spray?

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Mk-3 stream or foam = 3 to 4 metres
Mk-9 foam = 4.5 to 6 metres

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15
Q

What is the threshold for using OC spray

A

RGTB assaultive or above

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16
Q

What is the effective communication framework?

A

1) introduction
2) tell/ask
3) barrier
4) explain options
5) verify subjects decision
6) proceed

17
Q

What are some barriers to communication?

A
  • mental health
  • alcohol/drugs
  • disabilities
  • environmental
  • distractions
  • language and culture
18
Q

What is the 8 step process (communication)

A
  1. Police don’t move
  2. Listen to me
  3. Show me your hands/drop the weapon
  4. Lay down on your stomach
  5. Put your hands behind your back
  6. Look away/look at me
  7. Don’t move
  8. “Covering”
19
Q

What is said under section 462A Crimes Act (use of force)

A

Any person may use such force not disproportionate to the objective as he believes on reasonable grounds it is necessary to prevent the commission, continuance or completion of an indictable offence or to effect the assist in affecting the lawful arrest of a person committing or suspected of committing any offence.

ANY FORCE MUST BE REASONABLE AND NOT DISPROPORTIONATE

20
Q

What force is permitted under section 322K CA1958?

A

Use of force in self defence

21
Q

What force is permitted under section 463B CA1958?

A

Reasonable force necessary to prevent suicide

22
Q

What is if/then thinking

A

Being one step ahead of the offender or situation eg “if he does this then I will do that”

23
Q

What are behavioural warning signs

A

Take into account;
- past history
- general level of agitation
- intentionally ignores
- displays excessive emotion
- exaggerators movements
- suddenly stops all movements
- acts drunk
- mood swings
- subject eyes

24
Q

What are police/subject factors affecting levels of force?

A
  • size
  • special skill
  • age
  • gender
  • multiple offenders
  • multiple police
  • proximity of offender to firearm
  • members injured or disabled
  • fatigue
  • ground position
  • special knowledge
25
Q

What is defined as a prolonged period of time for three point holds?

A

More than two minutes

26
Q

Where should handcuffs be placed on the subjects wrist?

A

Between the knuckle bones of the wrist (carpus) and the hand (metacarpus)

27
Q

What does the VPM state in relation to operation procedures for handcuffing?

A

Any person arrested or taken into custody should be handcuffed if it’s reasonably believed to be necessary in the circumstances

28
Q

What are the two reasons for searching?

A

The locate weapons of articles
And to secure any evidence

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