TA07 - TOF / TENR

Question 1

TOF

Answer 1

Tactical Options Framework

Question 2

TENR

Answer 2

Threat
Exposure
Necessity
Response

Question 3

What is TOF?

Answer 3

It is a training an operational guidance tool.

Assists you to decide when, how and at what level to use tactical operations.

Question 4

What is Perceived Cumulative Assessment (PCA)?

Answer 4

Your subjective assessment, and continuous reassessment, of an incident using TOF/TENR, based on information known about the situation
and the subject’s behaviour.

Question 5

Explain TENR

Answer 5

T – Intent/Capability/Opportunity/Environment the threat is assessed
E – who/what is exposed to the threat? What is the potential for harm?
N – Act now, Later or Not at all
R – Appropriate/Proportionate/Timely response is based on a considered risk assessment of threat, exposure and necessity.

Question 6

Complacency

Answer 6

Complacency occurs when you fail to assess and reassess an evolving situation and subject behaviour. This can lead to preventable accidents and incidents.

Question 7

Tactical Options Reports (TOR)

Answer 7

Mandatory to report use of force after showing or using various tactical options, improves staff/public safety

Question 8

5 main sections of the Crimes Act 1961 that relate to UoF?

Answer 8

Section 39 - k9 arrest
Section 40 - escape custody
Section 41 - prevent suicide
Section 48 - save your mate / self-defense
Section 62 - you’re in the poo / excessive use of force

Question 9

“shows force’ TOR requirement

Answer 9

Must complete ToR if TASER/firearm is shown regardless if person was arrested or not.

Question 10

‘Uses’ TOR requirement

Answer 10

Must report when UoF occurs

Question 11

AWOKA

Answer 11

ASK - greet and identify yourself. Ask the person to comply.

WHY - give reasons for your actions. Intention and based on belief/suspicion

OPTIONS - allow or be arrested

CONFIRM - the person understands the options

ACTION - take action arrest for obstruction