Tactical Options model

Question 1

Officer subject factors (GASSFM)

Answer 1

• Gender
• Age
• Size
• Skill level
• Fitness
• Multiple officers /subjects

Question 2

All options on the Tactical options model wheel
(TACCOW everything on your belt)

Answer 2

• Tactical disengagement
• Active armed offender tactics
• Communication
• Contain and negotiate
• Officer presence
• Weapon less control
• Firearm
• OC spray
• Taser (CEW)
• Baton

Question 3

Special considerations (PIIGSDDM)

Answer 3

• Proximity to a weapon
• Imminent danger
• Injury or exhaustion
• Ground position
• Special knowledge
• Drugs/ alcohol
• Disability
• Mental state

Question 4

Tactical options model what is at the hub of the wheel

Answer 4

Communication is the hub of the wheel and therefore should be used as a component of all other tactical options

Question 5

Control theory

Answer 5

The goal is control of the situation. You need advantage for control

The goal in any confrontational situation is control.

Question 6

Ten fatal errors (PKSSHHRATS)

Answer 6

• Taking a bad position
• Lack of knowledge, apathy and/or complacency
• Poor or no search
• Failure to recognise danger signs
• Failure to handcuff
• Failure to watch hands
• Relaxing too soon
• Making bad assumptions
• Tombstone courage
• Sleepy or asleep on the job