Tactical Approach
True or False: Vehicle code Section 17004 provides exemption from certain vehicle Code sections if: Responding to a fire alarm.
False; Vehicle Code Section 21055 (a)*
What does the term "BOLO" mean?
Be On Look Out
What is the purpose for establishing a Perimeter.
what is the purpose is essential is to safely resolve the crime in progress. THis can be done by: Preventing unauthorized entry into the area, isolate crime scene, prevent suspects from escaping the area, aid in arresting suspects.
Who do you need to advise before you approach and enter the building?
Dispatch and all perimeter units
Vehicle Code Section 21055 (a) provides exemption from certain vehicle Code sections ONLY IF...
An emergency vehicle is being driven in response to an emergency call
While engaged in rescue operations
Being used in the immediate pursuit of an actual, or suspected violator of law
Responding to a fire alarm
True or False: When arriving at a scene, it's okay to be given small, brief information in order to assess the nature of the crime.
False; It's important to learn as much information as possible to assess the nature of the crime and have the proper level of response.
T or F there are at least two types of perimeteres
What is True
True or False: An officer is allowed to bluff to try and get occupants out of the building
True
The primary objective of a peace officer responding to a crime in progress is...
...to get to the location as quickly and safely as possible.
Officers should ask for more information from dispatch to find out...
Identification + location of reporting person
Number of suspects and description
Type(s) of weapons involved
Number of persons injured
Actions suspect has made toward violence
Other emergency vehicles en route
Suspect vehicle description (stolen, wanted, BOLO, etc)
Hostage descriptions, if any
What is inner perimeter
What is the immediate area around the incident, private residences
Example of a bluff to get occupants out of a building
Announcing a canine unit is about to be sent in
When is response to an emergency, officers may:
Safely proceed through a red light or stop sign
Exceed maximum speed limits when it does not endanger life or property
Disregard regulations governing direction of movement while always maintaining public safety.
True or False: Determining if additional law enforcement resources is needed is crucial.
True
What are the two types of perimeters.
What is inner and outer.
Variables to determine how far a suspect has traveled in a given time
Mode of travel, time of day, weather conditions, etc.
If an officer is responding to an emergency with the siren and lights on and he proceeds to hit another car, would the officer be liable?
No, due to the officer responding to an emergency, he is not at fault.
Complete the phrase: The more you know, ...
The more chances for a safe outcome.
What is outer perimeter
What is area surrounding the inner perimeter, traffic control, assiting public safety
What should the primary officer do if a suspect flees
Request additional support units to cover possible escape routes