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SOC-01: Hazardous Materials

On receiving a report of an incident of an actual release or threat of release of HAZMAT, who is the Troop Duty Officer responsible for notifying?

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  1. Dispatch a supervisor to the scene;
  2. Notify the Troop Commander;
  3. Notify GHQ Communications; and
  4. When applicable, notify the Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Section, or if after hours-GHQ Communications.

  • The third was an exam question answer!
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SOC-01: Hazardous Materials

When receiving a report of an incident that MAY INVOLVE hazardous material, who SHALL the Desk Officer notify?

IMPORTANT: Not a comprehensive list. Odd duties noted, only!

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  • Department of Fire Services-Regional HAZMAT Team (who will be activated by the chief or designee).
  • MQ is the CJIS task field for placard info.
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SOC-01: Hazardous Materials

When SHALL hazardous response training be provided to veteran Department members?

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Annual awareness training (cough)

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SOC-01: Hazardous Materials

Upon receiving a report of an ACTUAL RELEASE OR THREAT OF RELEASE of hazardous material incident, who SHALL the Desk Officer notify?

IMPORTANT: Not a comprehensive list.

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  • Notify Department of Fire Services-Regional HAZMAT Team, Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Section
  • Obtain expertise from the Emergency Response Guidebook regarding: Scope of contamination; AND minimum safe zone (book bullet point is not in may involve section);
  • Notify the MA Dept. of Environmental Protection
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SOC-01: Hazardous Materials

Who does GHQ Communications notify for radioactive and HAZMAT threats?

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  1. Radioactive > Dept. of Public Health Director of Radiation Control Program.
  2. HAZMAT (for no determination who spilled it) > National Response Center (NRC).

Note: CHEMTREC is for federal expertise.

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SOC-01: Hazardous Materials

Who SHALL activate (NOT notify) the Department of Fire Services-Regional Hazardous Materials Team?

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Head of local fire department or designee.

Note: It does NOT state notify…it states activate.

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SOC-02: Bomb Threats/Explosive Incidents

Response Guidelines:

Who orders an evacuation?

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  • Department members SHALL NOT order an evacuation based ONLY on a threat. If advice is sought from the Department, the recommendation should be to follow the MA Bomb Threat Response Guidance.
  • If a suspected explosive device or suspicious package has been located or if there is a perceived threat, the head of the fire department or designee has the authority to order an evacuation (also the owner or manager of the premises or the head of the fire department or designee for threats without confirmation of a device).
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SOC-02: Bomb Threats/Explosive Incidents

Response Protocols:

  • To reduce the risk of detonation, what actions SHALL members take or not take?
  • What is a safe distance?
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  • Do NOT allow anyone within 300 feet of the suspicious device.
  • No electronic communication devices, flashlight beams, or touch, move, or disturb.
  • Never rule out the possibility of a secondary or tertiary device.

Note: Bomb Squad Co. or designee is responsible for any reports/AARs to DIS Commander for review.

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SOC-02: Bomb Threats/Explosive Incidents

Under the Authority section of this policy, any officer encountering or seizing any bomb or other high explosive device is required to immediately notify who?

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State Fire Marshal

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SOC-03: Emergency Planning

What are some noteworthy responsibilities of the Emergency Planning Officer (EPO)?

Also, what is the minimum day supply of applicable products that must be maintained?

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  • Maintain all applicable SOPs, prepare and submit any EOPs and IAPs.
  • Ensure the Department maintains a minimum of a 60 day supply: PPE, decontamination and cleaning products, and individual hand sanitizers, unless otherwise directed by the Colonel.

Note:

  • EOPs written after October 2005 must be NIMS compliant.
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SOC-03: Emergency Planning

How often will a documented analysis and evaluation of any ICS activation incidents, as well as all intra-agency training & rehearsals be conducted?

Also, who is responsible for preparing them?

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  • At least every 3 years;
  • DHS Commander or designee.
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SOC-03: Emergency Planning

How often SHALL Troop/Section Commanders submit a summary of incident command training exercises to the Emergency Planning Officer?

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October 1st, annually.

Note:

  • The Emergency Planning Manual shall be updated annually and be at every SP facility.
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SOC-03: Emergency Planning

What will serve as a critique of the Emergency Plan?

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The After Action Incident Report (AAIR).

Note: Unsure if this is intended to have a slightly different meaning vs. an AAR which seems to be the same thing.

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SOC-03A: Emergency Operations Center (EOC)

EOC Policy Key Responsibilities

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Colonel/Deputy

  • Activate the EOC.
  • Establish the appropriate security.

EOC (think broad-based)

  • Establish the appropriate security (upon authorization by Colonel/Deputy-yes, double entry as seen above NOT a typo).
  • Direct the security level of response to a potential/actual threat.
  • Coordinate deployment of resources and responding officers.

EOC Director (narrower scope)

  • Collect and analyze information regarding Department security levels during personnel redeployment.
  • May add, delete, or modify security level procedures.
  • Disseminate security level changes via radio.

Note:

  • Watch Center makes notifications after hours (Point of Contact during State of Emergency until EOC is functional).
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SOC-03A: EOC

List the 4 Security Level Procedures

Note: Include tasks assigned at all previous levels.

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1st:

  • ID checks @ SP facilities and identified sites (noteworthy at level 1);
  • Report anything suspicious;
  • Building integrity and security; AND
  • Increased caution for service calls.

2nd: (Emphasis on key areas of concern)

  • Add physical security measures and post security;
  • ID vehicles within operational & support areas;
  • Conduct cursory checks for suspicious items, persons and MVs as necessary;
  • Verify and inspect inbound deliveries and services;
  • Check delivery and service persons for authenticity with respective companies;
  • Exercise extreme caution for suspicious service calls (noteworthy at level 2-don’t be thrown off by the word extreme);
  • Monitor potential target areas;
  • All personnel shall wear ID cards in SP facilities unless in duty uniform; AND
  • Escort non-MSP visitors in SP facilities.

3rd:

  • Erect barriers & obstacles to control traffic (noteworthy-past exam);
  • Suspend non-essential contract work or deliveries;
  • Conduct detailed searches of all areas & vehicles; AND
  • Limit/restrict parking around sensitive areas and buildings.

4th: (heavily involved access for people/parking)

  • Verify the identities of personnel and need for access (odd for level 4, which seems like it could be tricked for a level 2 or 3 procedure);
  • Deny access to all personnel not associated with local, state or federal agencies; AND
  • Restrict/deny parking in controlled areas.
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SOC-03A: EOC

Once the EOC has been mobilized, security level procedures may be invoked and determined by the specific credible information available at the time.

  • At which level should all vehicles within operational and support areas be indentified, and all inbound deliveries and services be verified and inspected?

A. Level I
B. Level II
C. Level III
D. Level IV

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B. Level II

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SOC-03A: Emergency Operations Center (EOC)

Which of the following tasks must occur in a Level II security situation?

A. Escort all visitors (non-MSP) in SP facilities.
B. Suspend all non-essential contract work or deliveries.
C. Conduct detailed searches of all operational areas and vehicles.
D. Restrict/deny parking in controlled areas.

A

A. Escort all visitors (non-MSP) in SP facilities.

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SOC-03B: Response to Emergency Situations

The Superintendent/Deputy Superintendent SHALL authorize the EOC to initiate the Stages of Personnel Deployment. What are the 3 Stages?

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  1. Hold-Over, Redeployment of Personnel (hold-over).
  2. On-Duty Redeploy, Redeployment of On-Duty Personnel.
  3. All, Redeployment of ALL Sworn & Essential Personnel - Colonel may initiate the cancellation of time-off (know exceptions) and establish extended work hours as appropriate.
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SOC-03B: Response to Emergency Situations

Key Points to Remember

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  • First On Scene shall designate the Public Information Officer (PIO) who announces the Media Staging Area (w/IC).
  • HAZMAT=Unified Command.
  • IC designates the Liaison Officer and Staging Area (+SAM).
  • Personnel will wait for SAM authorization before departing. Liaison representative will be the intermediary to the SAM.
  • A determination must be made promptly whether to continue under an IC, or via establishment of a Unified Command (UC). If a Unified Command is established, a single, coordinated Incident Action Plan (IAP) must be agreed upon, and an Operations Section Chief designated by agreement to implement it. The IC remains in command until relieved by the Unified Command.
  • The IC or UC must delegate the Planning Section Chief (PSC) to begin or expand the planning process by developing a single consolidated IAP.
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SOC-03B: Response to Emergency Situations

What does the Incident Commander (IC) establish between the inner and outer perimeters?

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Staging Area

Note: Operations Section manages the Staging Area.

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SOC-03B: Response to Emergency Situations

If a Unified Command is established then a single Incident Action Plan (IAP) must be agreed on. Once that occurs, who is designated to implement the IAP?

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The Operations Section Chief.

Note: The Planning Section Chief begins or expands the IAP.

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SOC-03B: Response to Emergency Situations

If the EOC is activated, who would specifically provide an ICS complaint framework/systems to the IC when requested?

A. Division Commander
B. Troop/Section/Unit Commander of jurisdiction
C. IMAT
D. EOC Director

A

C. IMAT

Note: Also provides statewide incident management support for all Department emergency operations, on a 24-hour basis. IMAT are the ICS super-geeks!

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SOC-03C: Response to Civil Disturbances

According to MGL, when does an unlawful assembly exist?

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  • 5+ persons > armed w/clubs or other dangerous weapons; OR
  • 10+persons > armed or not, are unlawfully, riotously, or tumultuously assembled; AND

Note: An “Order to Disperse” SHALL be given to persons unlawfully assembled before any action is taken against them.

  • Who gives the order? Incident Commander

Note: Whenever any LEA requests the assistance of the MSP for mass demonstrations, civil disorders, riots, etc., a request to such effect shall be made through channels to the Office of the Superintendent/Deputy Superintendent.

  • Troop Operations Officer (of jurisdiction) - for advanced knowledge of a mass demonstration - shall attempt in good faith to communicate with organizers of the event.
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SOC-03C: Response to Civil Disturbances

  • Define kettling and can the MSP take the action of kettling a crowd?
  • Name two instances during a civil disturbance that would not require a separate report to POST.
A

Kettling:

  • Kettling is defined as the confinement or corralling by LE of a group of demonstrator or protestors in a small area without egress. It is prohibited.

Civil disturbance (K-9 & OC):

  • K-9s should NOT be used for (1) crowd control, (2) restraint, or (3) management of peacefull demonstrations; however, they can in isolated circumstances related to bomb detection, pursuit of suspects in buildings, and related situations. Short leads do not count.
  • OC spray is not a Chemical Weapon (CW) and therefore does not require a separate report.
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SOC-03C: Response to Civil Disturbances

When is an On-Scene Department Incident Commander to prepare and submit an AAR?

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Within 24 hours;

  • SHALL begin with a numerical, chronological listing of ALL arrested individuals.
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SOC-03C: Response to Civil Disturbances

Under the Mass Arrest Logistics section, and whenever feasible, what will be included on the photograph of each individual arrested?

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The arresting officer’s name

Notes:

  • On-scene IC shall establish a Field Processing Area when necessary.
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SOC-03D: All Hazards Incident Command Framework (ICS)

What is the primary benefit found listed for ICS?

Note: Known as an “all risk” emergency incident management system.

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Managing incidents of a multiagency or mult-jurisdictional nature.

However, members are encouraged to use ICS strategies for incident responses involving only the Department.

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SOC-03D: All Hazards Incident Command Framework (*ICS)

In the ICS framework, what are the two command function organizational models?

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  • Single Command;
  • Unified Command.
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SOC-03D: All Hazards Incident Command Framework (*ICS)

Under Command Structure (Single and Unified), what is stated regarding the supervisory management number under Span of Control?

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What one supervisor can manage effectively:

  • 1 supervisor over 3 to 7 subordinates;
  • Optimum number is 5.
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SOC-03D: All Hazards Incident Command Framework (*ICS)

Define Strategic Goals vs. Tactical Objectives.

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  • Strategic Goals are broad in nature;
  • Tactical Objectives are accomplished to achieve specific and measurable goals.
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SOC-03D: All Hazards Incident Command Framework (*ICS)

What are the five key functional areas of the ICS?

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  1. Command
  2. Operations Section
  • Tactical, Relieves the IC of span-of-control concerns
  1. Planning Section
  • Information, Resource/Situational Analysis/Documentation/ Demobilization/Technical Specialists/CISM
  1. Logistics Section
  • Sustainment, Communication/ Facilities/Supply/Food/other support
  1. Finance/Administrative Section
  • Finances, Section Chief documents costs and guides IC with financial issues
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SOC-03D: All Hazards Incident Command Framework (ICS)

What are the 3 incident priorities?

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  1. Life safety
  2. Incident stabilization
  3. Property conservation (+traffic slow)
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SOC-03D: All Hazards Incident Command Framework (*ICS)

  1. Which functional area of ICS (think “Information”) is responsible for the collection, evaluation, dissemination, and use of information about the development of the incident and the status of resources?
A

Planning Section;

Six Subdivisions/Units under the Planning Section (Familiarization Only):

  1. Resource Unit
  2. Situation Analysis Unit
  3. Documentation Unit
  4. Demobilization Unit
  5. Technical Specialists
  6. Crisis Incident Stress Management Team (CISM)
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SOC-03D: All Hazards Incident Command Framework (*ICS)

Which functional area of ICS (think “Tactical”) supervises the SAM?

A

Operations Section

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SOC-03D: All Hazards Incident Command Framework (*ICS)

Which functional area of ICS (think “Sustainment”) is responsible for providing facilities, services, and materials to sustain the incident response?

A

Logistics Section

Five Subdivisions/Units under the Logistics Section (Familiarization Only):

  1. Communication Unit
  2. Facilities Unit
  3. Precurement and Supply Unit
  4. Food Unit
  5. Other Services and Support Units.
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SOC-03D: All Hazards Incident Command Framework (ICS)

Who SHALL assume the role of the IC for incidents where the SP are the primary?

A

Highest ranking person;

  • BUT is not necessary or required if a higher ranking person visits temporarily.
  • If that person remains on scene then they shall assume the role of IC.
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SOC-03D: All Hazards Incident Command Framework (*ICS)

Which functional area of ICS is responsible for the Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) unit?

A

Planning Section

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SOC-03E: Emergency & Continuity Plan Requirements

EOPs contain general objectives reflecting the overall strategy for responding to and managing critical incidents.

Where can the Department’s major emergency plans be found?

A

The Emergency Planning Manual;

To include the following:

  • EOPs
  • IAPs
  • Operational Guidelines
  • On-Site Operational Instructions
  • Personnel, Equipment, and Resource Inventories.

Notes:

  • NIMS provides functional provisions for ICS within each section.
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SOC-03E: Emergency & Continuity Plan Requirements

________ shall integrate the ICS Command Structure pursuant to established Department SOC policies and NIMS framework recognizing that all functions without an appointed Section Chief are the responsibility of the IC.

A. IAPs
B. EOPs
C. Emergency Planning Manual
D. AARs

A

B. EOPs

Note: The Department’s major emergency plans can be found in the Emergency Planning Manual

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SOC-03E: Emergency & Continuity Plan Requirements

What are the Command functions?

A
  • Activating the ICS;
  • Establishing a CP;
  • Notify & mobilize additional agency personnel;
  • Obtaining support from other agencies;
  • Establishing a staging area, if necessary;
  • Providing public information & maintaining media relations;
  • Maintaining the safety; and
  • Ensuring an AAR is prepared.
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SOC-03E: Emergency & Continuity Plan Requirements

Who is responsible for contacting DAS of any emergency equipment deficiences?

A

Emergency Planning Officer

Note: False answers are Station Commander, DFS Commander, Troop/Section/Unit Commander, etc…

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SOC-03E: Emergency & Continuity Plan Requirements

What are the Operations functions (think “Tactical”) ?

A
  • Establishing perimeters;
  • Conducting evacuations;
  • Maintaining CP & scene security;
  • Providing for detainee transportation, processing, and confinement;
  • Directing and controlling traffic; and
  • Conducting post-incident investigation.
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SOC-03E: Emergency & Continuity Plan Requirements

What are the Planning functions (think “Information”)?

A
  • Preparing a documented Incident Action Plan (IAP) including, when applicable, what will trigger implementation of the plan;
  • Gathering and disseminating info & intelligence; and
  • Planning post-incident demobilization.
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SOC-03E: Emergency & Continuity Plan Requirements

What are the Logistics functions (think “Sustainment”)?

A
  • Communications;
  • Transportation;
  • Medical support to include support for emergency response personnel;
  • Supplies; and
  • Specialized team and equipment needs.
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SOC-03E: Emergency & Continuity Plan Requirements

Contained within ICS protocols, what are the Finance/Administration Section functions?

A
  • Recording personnel time;
  • Procuring additional resources;
  • Recording expenses; and
  • Documenting injuries and liability issues.
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SOC-03E: Emergency & Continuity Plan Requirements

What SHALL Stations/Sections/Units follow to ensure the continued performance of essential functions during a wide range of potential emergencies?

A

Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP)

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SOC-03E: Emergency & Continuity Plan Requirements

Under COOP, who shall the Station/Section/Unit Commander notify when requiring the relocation of services?

A. Division Commander
B. Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Director
C. Incident Commander (IC)
D. Emergency Planning Officer (EPO)

A

A. Division Commander

Note: The Division Commander shall communicate the incident and needs to the Colonel.

  • IMPORTANT: EPO bullet point under responsibilities lists that the EPO will notify DAS of any emergency equipment deficiencies.
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SOC-03E: Emergency & Continuity Plan Requirements

Under Recovery Plans, who should the Station/Section/Units coordinate with to pre-position a minimum essential amount of equipment at an alternative facility when advance warning of an emergency is received?

A. Incident Commander (IC)
B. Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Director
C. Division Commander
D. Division of Administrative Services (DAS)

A

D. DAS

Note: Remember you need DAS approval to move a printer or computer so it makes sense that any movement would require their coordination.

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SOC-04: Lost/Missing Person Searches

Who conducts an assessment of the “search urgency” and what age category examples are given under this policy?

A

Troop Duty Officer;

  • Child under 12
  • Adult over 70

Note: Remember 12-70!

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SOC-04: Lost/Missing Person Searches

How many stages of response protocol are there?

A

2 Stages

  • 1st is to gather as much info as possible and 2nd is a more comprehensive response (specialized units).

Notes:

  • If there are signs of an abduction then notify the Amber Alert Activator.
  • Troop Duty Officer can authorize EPO assistance at Stage 2 (after consultation with Special Operations Commander).
  • A missing person should be entered into CJIS and NCIC by the primary investigating agency.
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SOC-04: Lost/Missing Person Searches

Who enters in a person as missing and into what system(s) are they entered into as missing?

A

Primary investigating agency

  • Goes into CJIS and NCIC.
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SOC-04: Lost/Missing Person Searches

Who shall ensure that a SP 622 Lost/Missing Person Questionnaire is completed by on-scene personnel?

A

Troop Duty Officer

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SOC-04A: Amber Alert Activation

What is the Amber Alert criteria?

A
  1. A law enforcement officer has determined that a juvenile has been abducted;
  2. Is believed to be in danger of serious bodily harm or death; and
  3. Enough descriptive information to believe an AMBER Alert will help locate the child.

Note: AMBER Alerts are not intended for missing child incidents, runaways, or child custody situations.

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SOC-04A: Amber Alert Activation

Who SHALL complete the MA Amber Alert Activation Form?

A

(On-Duty) MSP Watch Center LT

Note: Also speaks with requesting officer/agency!

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SOC-04A: Amber Alert Activation

Who notifies the SPDU and VFAS of jurisdiction when alert is pending?

A

Watch Center OIC

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SOC-04A: Amber Alert Activation

Who assigns members as Amber Alert Activators and where are these members located?

A

Colonel;

  • Commissioned Officers from DIS, DHS, and MSPCL.
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SOC-05: Special Considerations

In accordance with international, federal, and state laws and treaty obligations, who is entitled to special considerations and/or immunities?

A
  • Diplomatic and consular officers;
  • Foreign Nationals;
  • Individuals requesting political asylum;
  • Military personnel; AND
  • Elected officials.
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SOC-05: Special Considerations

Under Identification, foreign nationals enjoy privileges and immunities while possessing a valid diplomatic passport issued by their country with a diplomatic “A” or “G” visa.

What other formal documents of identity are issued by the U.S. State Department?

A

Card (3¾” x 2½”) with Photo:

  • Blue border-Diplomatic officers & their families;
  • Green border-Embassy admin & tech staff & their families; OR
  • Red border-Consular officers, employees and their families.

Acronym: BGR-DEtC notes top to bottom color then top to bottom main type of personnel. Watch out for tech staff placement.

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SOC-05: Special Considerations

What exceptions are there in which reasonable restraints may be applied to diplomatic personnel in emergency circumstances?

A
  1. Self-defense;
  2. Public safety, or
  3. Prevention of serious criminal acts.
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SOC-05: Special Considerations

When are consular notification obligations triggered?

A

At the time of booking

Notes:

  • The (primary) member is to inform arrested or detained foreign nationals of their entitlement to have their consulate notified of the detention.
  • Notify the consulate without delay, if the arrested or detained foreign national requests such notification, or if it is mandated, and document the notification.
  • The Supervisor (if available) will only notify the TDO of the detention and of notification of the detainee’s rights (single bullet point listed).
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SOC-05: Special Considerations

What is the rule to remember about U.S. Senators and Representatives for this policy?

A

SHALL in all cases, except treason, felony, and breach of peace, be privileged from arrest (while in attendance at the session of their respective houses-going to and returning), they shall not be questioned in any other place either.

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SOC-05: Special Considerations

What is the rule to remember about MA State Senators and State Representatives for this policy?

A
  • No member SHALL be arrested, or held to bail while going to, returning from, or attending the General Assembly.
  • Normal arrest procedures for OUI or public endangerment.

Note: Troop Commander shall immediately notify the Division Commander and the Office of the Superintendent when any elected or appointed official is arrested or detained for a crime.

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SOC-06: Narcan

Key points to remember

A
  • Refresher training every 2 years in conjunction w/First Aid & CPR training.
  • Remove from areas where temps are outside of the 59-86 degree range and away from direct sunlight.
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SOC-07: Domestic Abuse

What family or household members fall into the appropriate classification under this policy?

A

Remember “ARE” or “WERE:”

  • Are or were married to one another;
  • Are or were residing together same household;
  • Are or were related by blood or marriage;
  • Have a child in common;
  • Are or have been in a substantive dating relationship.
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SOC-07: Domestic Abuse

What may persons who violate out-of-state abuse orders, or violate MA abuse orders in another state be charged with in MA?

A

Contempt criminal charge.

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SOC-07: Domestic Abuse

Will a plaintiff’s residential address and workplace address appear on the court order and be accessible to the defendant?

A

YES;

  • Unless the plaintiff specifically requests that this information be withheld from the order.
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SOC-07: Domestic Abuse

Once a vacate, no contact, stay away, or refrain from abuse order is issued, SHALL members accompany any party to the property?

A

No;

  • Not unless they have judicial authorization.
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SOC-07A: Domestic Abuse Arrest/Investigations

When it has been confirmed that there is no substantive dating relationship, what possible crimes may have been committed in regards to recommendations within this policy?

A
  • Stalking; or
  • Criminal harassment.
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SOC-07A: Domestic Abuse Arrest/Investigations

When a person is suspected of abuse and has registered firearms in his/her possession BUT said weapons are not involved in the crime, explain the proper actions to remove them from that person’s custody if consent is denied.

A
  • Judicial order; or
  • Contact the issuing authority

IMPORTANT:

Notice may be made by mailing or faxing a copy of the incident report to the local licensing authority AFTER authorization from the Legal Section.

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SOC-07B: Domestic Abuse Involving Members

How long does an involved member have to make written notification that they are a defendant in any protective order or are accused of abuse through channels to their Division Commander

A

Within 24 hours, through channels to their Division Commander.

  • Also, member receiving a complaint electronically submits it to the DST Deputy Division Commander within 24 hours from the date of the To/From.
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SOC-07B: Domestic Abuse Involving Members

In all incidents where a member has been accused of abuse, a thorough administrative investigation shall be conducted by a Commissioned/Staff Officer, preferably of higher rank than that of the accused member.

The Administrative Investigator’s responsibilities include what duties?

A
  • Working with the criminal investigator (if any) to ensure that criminal action or arrest taken when appropriate;
  • Ensuring appropriate referral information has been given to the victim;
  • Forwarding all available documents to the Duty Status Board (past exam answer);
  • Attending all court proceedings and maintaining contact with any assigned prosecutor or probation officer; and
  • Forwarding copies of all reports to OPIA upon completion of the investigation.
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SOC-07B: Domestic Abuse Involving Members

How long does a Supervisor have to ensure that the complaint has been documented in a To/From format and emailed or faxed to the DST?

A

Prior to the end of their shift.

Notes:

  • When a protective order is issued, or when the supervisor has reason to believe that the member committed abuse, the supervisor shall seize all other firearms and/or weapons at the scene, seize member’s LTC, and any other state or federal firearms licenses, and seize Department issued vehicle and conduct a vehicle inventory (not a comprehensive list of responsibilities).
  • It’s VERY important to notice the wording used such as responding supervisor, criminal investigation conducted, and possibly administrative investigation for such a policy. It will greatly impact the responsibilities. DON’T BE FOOLED BY HIGHER RANKS IN IT!
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SOC-07C: Abuse of Children/Disabled/ Elderly

When are written reports after the initial oral report to be submitted (mail, email or fax accepted)?

A

Within 48 hours

  • Disabled persons 18-59
  • Elder affairs 60+
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SOC-07C: Abuse of Children/Disabled/ Elderly

When there’s a report of an abused child, what agency shall be contacted?

A
  • DCF (0900-1700 hours);
  • Child-At Risk-Hotline (After hours or holidays and weekends).

Note: It is VERY important to pay attention to the time in any question and answer options!

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SOC-08: Missing/Abandoned/Runaway Children

What is the age of a child to be considered at risk according to this policy?

A

Under 14 years old; and/or

  • Absent from house for more than 24 hours.

Note: With regards to TDO log notes, what does SAM stand for? Situational Awareness Message.

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SOC-08: Missing/Abandoned/Runaway Children

What form is a member required to submit if an infant shows signs of abuse?

A

51A

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SOC-08: Missing/Abandoned/Runaway Children

What is the age cutoff when a child is not considered abandoned under the “Baby Safe Haven Act?”

A

7 days of age or less

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SOC-09: Terrorism/WMD Incidents

When SHALL DIS (representative) prepare an AAR for lessons learned?

A

Within 48 hours

Note: Remember this is for terrorism and WMD incidents so think longer timeframe and not the typical 24 hour requirement for an AAR.

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SOC-09: Terrorism/WMD Incidents

This policy under Troop Duty Officer contains inconsistent responsibilities that are only seen here vs. prior emergency/HAZMAT situations.

View answer portion now.

A
  • TDO will ensure area hospitals are notified; also
  • TDO will contact local fire department to activate HAZMAT!

Note: These seem like Desk Officer responsibilities. Keep it memorized by remembering the SOC-09 Terrorism/WMD more serious topic! EXAM will likely only list it as “SOC-09”

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SOC-10: Clandestine Drug Laboratory Response

Who does the CLET Leader, the Site Safety Officer, or designee, forward the AAR to following its completion?

A

DIS Commander or designee

Note: Member on scene of a suspected clan lab will immediately notify the Troop Duty Officer who will advise the SPDU of jurisdiction and the CLET contact or designee.

  • CLET will make determinations re. additional resources, etc…
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SOC-10: Clandestine Drug Laboratory Response

While engaged in clan lab operations, who shall CLET members take direct orders from?

A
  1. CLET Leader or designee;
  2. Site Safety Officer;
  3. DEA Clan Lab Coordinator;
  4. DIS Commander or designee; or
  5. Colonel.

MSP Policy & Procedure (To Be Updated) (10 decks)

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