UOF

Question 1

UOF-01 Use of Force

The policy outlines the justification of the use of deadly force for members for what key purposes?

Answer 1

Protect themselves or others from an immediate threat of death or serious bodily harm.

Question 2

UOF-01 Use of Force

INFORMATIONAL key points.

Answer 2

• 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.

Question 3

UOF-01 Use of Force

Duty to Intervene Key Points.

Answer 3

• 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.

Question 4

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?

Answer 4

• 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

Question 5

UOF-01 Use of Force

What is the allowed appropriate response for a subject who is PASSIVELY RESISTANT?

Answer 5

1. Verbal Commands; &
2. Contact Control Techniques

Question 6

UOF-01 Use of Force

What is the LOWEST level of resistance at which distraction techniques may be used?

Answer 6

Actively Resistant

• Exam question

Question 7

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?

Answer 7

1. Verbal commands have failed to bring about compliance; and
2. Subject has signaled their intentions to actively resist.

Question 8

UOF-02 Use of Force Response

Are members allowed to shoot ammunition not authorized by the Department?

Answer 8

No, only Department authorized ammunition is acceptable.

Question 9

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?

Answer 9

DIS Major

Question 10

UOF-02 Use of Force Response

What does FIRST represent?

Answer 10

Force
Investigation
Response
Support
Team

Note:

• All Commissioned Officers designated by the Colonel (regionally) and dispatched by the DIS Commander OR designee.

Question 11

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)?

Answer 11

Firearms Identification Section (FIS)

Question 12

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.

Answer 12

Department Supervisor

Question 13

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?

Answer 13

24-48 hours after the incident

Question 14

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?

Answer 14

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.

Question 15

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.

Answer 15

TRUE

Question 16

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?

Answer 16

No later than 5 business days from receipt of the SP376.

Note: Compliance techniques, pointing an ECW at an individual, etc…are all reportable.

Question 17

UOF-03 Use of Force Reporting

Who SHALL appoint members of the UOF Review Committee?

Answer 17

Deputy Superintendent

Note:

• Deputy’s office is where the Committee maintains a secure file of all UOF reports, investigations, and reviews.

Question 18

UOF-03 Use of Force Reporting

What are the classifications of weapons discharge?

Answer 18

1. Intentional
2. Unintentional (without consciously or deliberately wanting to do so)
3. Accidental (mechanical flaw or other firearm issue leading to discharge)
4. Other findings as necessary

Question 19

UOF-03 Use of Force Reporting

What are the only two responsibilities for a Station/Unit Commander or Designee under Use of Force Review?

Answer 19

1. Ensure that ECW data is downloaded per manufacturer instructions; &
2. 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.

Question 20

UOF-05 Use of Force Training

With respect to training responsibilities, who approves instructors, recommends training standards, and maintains program records?

Answer 20

DST Commander, or designee

Question 21

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?

Answer 21

• Deputy Superintendent approves UOF training prior to implementation;
• Colonel establishes qualification standards.

Question 22

UOF-05 Use of Force Training

The Firearms Remedial Training lists how many phases and how many training days within each phase?

Answer 22

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.

Question 23

UOF-05 Use of Force Training

How many days of remedial training are members allowed for specialized firearms?

Answer 23

1 day

Question 24

UOF-06 Electronic Control Weapons:

INFORMATIONAL key points.

Answer 24

• 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.

Question 25

UOF-06 Electronic Control Weapons:

Regarding the section on Taser 7 battery packs, in what instances will members ensure they are docked?

Answer 25

1. Once every 30 days
2. 20% or lower battery
3. Within 24 hours of activation/use as outlined in UOF-03 (24 hours to submit SP 376 UOF Report)

Question 26

UOF-06 Electronic Control Weapons:

When is an ECW activation reportable?

Answer 26

• ECW activation, drive stun and/or probe, on or off duty;
• Multiple other “obvious” situations-refer to Policy.

Note:

• ECW cycles should be limited to the least number of exposures and should last no longer than necessary to bring an individual under control.
• Each 5-second cycle is considered an independent UOF and must be objectively reasonable and be documented in writing

Question 27

UOF-06 Electronic Control Weapons:

ECW UOF Response Table for Actively Resistant?

Answer 27

• Laser activation
• Warning Arc
• Drive Stun

Question 28

UOF-06 Electronic Control Weapons:

ECW UOF Response Table for Assaultive-Bodily Harm?

Answer 28

• Laser activation
• Warning Arc
• Drive Stun
• Probe Deployment

Question 29

UOF-06 Electronic Control Weapons:

ECW UOF Response Table for Aggravated Assaultive-Serious Bodily Harm/Death?

Answer 29

• Laser activation
• Warning Arc
• Drive Stun
• Probe Deployment

Note: Department members are not required to use a weapon of less-lethal force if use of deadly force is objectively reasonable.

Question 30

UOF-06 Electronic Control Weapons:

Where should you aim to deploy the probes of an ECW?

Answer 30

• Lower center mass below chest
• Back
• Legs

Note: Avoid eyes, face, head, throat, neck, breasts, groin, and genitals.

Question 31

UOF-06 Electronic Control Weapons:

What is the exception on not using an ECW on a handcuffed or secured detainee?

Answer 31

In limited situations, may be used if an individual exhibits overtly assaultive, self-destructive, or violently resistive behavior that cannot reasonably be controlled by other readily available means.