UOF Flashcards
UOF-01 Use of Force
The policy outlines the justification of the use of deadly force for members for what key purposes?
Protect themselves or others from an immediate threat of death or serious bodily harm.
UOF-01 Use of Force
INFORMATIONAL key points.
- Members SHALL NOT intentionally sit, kneel, or stand on an individual’s chest, neck, or spine, and SHALL NOT force an individual to lie on their stomach.
- An individual placed on their stomach during restraint should be moved into a recovery position or seated position as soon as possible.
UOF-01 Use of Force
Duty to Intervene Key Points.
- If a member observes another officer using, or attempting to use, physical force, including deadly force, beyond that which is necessary or objectively reasonable based on the totality of the circumstances, they shall intervene to prevent it regardless of rank;
- UNLESS intervening would result in imminent harm to the member or another individual.
UOF-01 Use of Force
Duty to Intervene Reporting Requirements for an Observing Member notes both the time requirement to make an initial report and to write a detailed report and submit to the Supervisor. When are each required to be completed?
- Observing Member must report this incident as soon as reasonably possible but NO LATER than the end of the member’s shift.
- Within 24 hours of the initial report, absent extenuating circumstances, a detailed report must be submitted to the Supervisor. This is the same time that the Supervisor has to submit to the Troop/Section Commander (24 hours).
Summary Note:
- Observing Member: Must Report by End of Shift;
- Detailed Report to Supervisor within 24 hours
UOF-01 Use of Force
What is the allowed appropriate response for a subject who is PASSIVELY RESISTANT?
- Verbal Commands; &
- Contact Control Techniques
UOF-01 Use of Force
What is the LOWEST level of resistance at which distraction techniques may be used?
Actively Resistant
- Exam question
UOF-01 Use of Force
OC spray may be used in situations involving assaultive subjects or actively resistant subjects. However, under the UOF-01 “OC Spray section,” to utilize OC spray on an actively resistant subject what must have failed and what must the subject’s intentions show?
- Verbal commands have failed to bring about compliance; and
- Subject has signaled their intentions to actively resist.
UOF-02 Use of Force Response
Are members allowed to shoot ammunition not authorized by the Department?
No, only Department authorized ammunition is acceptable.
UOF-02 Use of Force Response
In an officer involved use of deadly force investigation, who assigns a Commissioned Officer from DIS to conduct the investigation for a non-fatal shooting?
DIS Major
UOF-02 Use of Force Response
What does FIRST represent?
Force
Investigation
Response
Support
Team
Note:
- All Commissioned Officers designated by the Colonel (regionally) and dispatched by the DIS Commander OR designee.
UOF-02 Use of Force Response
Who notifies the Armorer that a Department firearm is being removed from service (as a result of a member involved shooting)?
Firearms Identification Section (FIS)
UOF-02 Use of Force Response
A member having used force resulting in death OR serious bodily injury SHALL only surrender their firearm to this person.
Department Supervisor
UOF-02 Use of Force Response
What timeframe do members using force under UOF-02 Use of Force Response, absent an injury, incapacitation, or other exigent circumstances, need to submit a report?
24-48 hours after the incident
UOF-02 Use of Force Response
The temporary relief of duty section notes that a sworn member shall be placed in Administrative Leave with Pay for up to how long?
5 days
Notes:
- All Members at a Scene shall speak only to Department investigators, unless otherwise ordered by a member of the Command Staff and may consult an attorney.
- Members Using Force-May submit to an interview by a Commissioned Officer involved in the investigation, in lieu of a written report, subject to all rights under applicable laws and collective bargaining agreements.
UOF-02 Use of Force Response
True or False:
A member SHALL undergo a medical evaluation by the SP Surgeon prior to returning to duty from any period of Administrative Leave following a shooting.
TRUE
UOF-03 Use of Force Reporting
How long does a supervisor have to forward all reports (with findings and recommendations as to the necessity of further investigation of the incident) to the Division Commander for Use of Force Review?
No later than 5 business days from receipt of the SP376.
Note: Compliance techniques, pointing an ECW at an individual, etc…are all reportable.
UOF-03 Use of Force Reporting
Who SHALL appoint members of the UOF Review Committee?
Deputy Superintendent
Note:
- Deputy’s office is where the Committee maintains a secure file of all UOF reports, investigations, and reviews.
UOF-03 Use of Force Reporting
What are the classifications of weapons discharge?
- Intentional
- Unintentional (without consciously or deliberately wanting to do so)
- Accidental (mechanical flaw or other firearm issue leading to discharge)
- Other findings as necessary
UOF-03 Use of Force Reporting
What are the only two responsibilities for a Station/Unit Commander or Designee under Use of Force Review?
- Ensure that ECW data is downloaded per manufacturer instructions; &
- Ensure that data from ECW download is consistent with reports submitted by involved member(s).
Note: Second was the correct answer to a LT exam question.
UOF-05 Use of Force Training
With respect to training responsibilities, who approves instructors, recommends training standards, and maintains program records?
DST Commander, or designee
UOF-05 Use of Force Training
With respect to training responsibilities, who has the duty of approving all UOF training prior to implementation?
Additionally, who establishes qualification standards?
- Deputy Superintendent approves UOF training prior to implementation;
- Colonel establishes qualification standards.
UOF-05 Use of Force Training
The Firearms Remedial Training lists how many phases and how many training days within each phase?
There are 3 phases; and
- Phase 1 = 1 day
- Phase 2 & 3 = 2 days
Notes:
- Failures to meet initial qualification and firearms handling standards shall receive immediate remedial assistance. Members may receive 2 additional opportunities to qualify within the same day; unless the Supervisor of Firearms Training determines that it would be unsafe or impractical to do so.
- In the event a member fails to achieve qualification standards after remedial assistance, the DST Commander, or designee, shall immediately notify the Deputy Superintendent.
- Failure after phase 2 means a visit to the SP Surgeon to see if there are underlying issues.
UOF-05 Use of Force Training
How many days of remedial training are members allowed for specialized firearms?
1 day
UOF-06 Electronic Control Weapons:
INFORMATIONAL key points.
- Members returning from a leave in excess of 90 days shall comply with any and all training requirements.
- ECWs are authorized when an individual is actively resisting or assaultive and will resist being arrested or detained.
