Taser 7 study Flashcards
Taser, OC, baton, handcuffs
TASER 7 CONSIDERATIONS
before drawing and during use of Taser you should continually assess the situation, whilst always having a back-up plan
T7 cartidge 3.5 degree angle stand off (SO) Cartidge -
30cm spread for every 3.3 metres of travel
Prefered target zones
The back is the most preferred target area when reasonably practicable because it contains larger muscle groups and reduces risk of hitting sensitive body areas.
The back/rear of the body is the preferred target zone.
Secondary Target zone
The front of the body is the secondary target zone
One probe above and one probe below the waistline
Criterion to Draw and Cover with CEW
Do not draw your taser, point or aim it unless you consider you are likely to be justified in using it.
The taser must be immediately armed upon removal from the holster
Taser should not be used in any mode
against a mental health patient solely to make them submit to medication or treatment
Taser should not be used unless exception circumstances exist
On an elderly or disabled subject(s)
Single Cycle of the taser
lasts 5 seconds, if the need another cycle, the Arc switch will need to be pressed or the trigger needs to be pulled a second time for the second probes to be discharged.
After how many cycles before the need to reconsider another tactical option
3 cycles
Modes of use
Warning Arc
Probes Discharged
Drive Stun
When are ambulance called for discharging a taser?
On all occassions when a subjected has been tasered.
Tasers ‘ ‘ be handed over to other officers in the field unless exceptional circumstances exist
should not
If there is more then one officer with a taser, ensure that…..
no more then ONE taser is discharged on a subject at a time
What is the function test?
conducted prior to start of shift. The function test is completed to verify the CEW’s core electronics and both cartridges are working properly.
CEWS can ignite….
fuels, Défense and hair sprays
