Taser Flashcards
1
Q
Unintentional discharges of a TASER
A
An unintentional discharge may occur as a result of operator error or mechanical fault
Steps for supervisor to follow when UD occurs
- preserve and photograph the scene where it is believed this may be necessary or relevant for subsequent enquiries
-immediately withdraw the taser from service and consult with the police National armoury as to whether or not the particular taser and associated evidence is forwarded to them for examination and a report - ensure that all evidence including the subject taser, discharged cartridges, wires, probes, and sufficient (4-5) cartridge identification tags (CIT) are recovered from the scene and secured.
- investigate a review of the facts surrounding the incident
- ensure the operator involved submits a TOR for UD
- ensure the operator involved uploads the incident into evidence.com via evidence sync and categorises the uploaded data including the Tor and event details
- ensure the operator completes the details of the discharge in the taser register
- notify the district police professional conduct manager
