True to False
In the edged weapons defense system, the use of empty hand skills against an edged weapon should only be used as a last resort.
True
What is an edged weapon? Example
Knife, box cutter, sword
When is the only time that use empty hand skills against a knife attack?
As a last resort
What does Pat mean in Pat, Wrap, Attack
Pat the shoulder area of the body to stop the forward motion.
What does F stand for in the SAFE rule?
Fast / Flexible
You should try to control the wrist of the person who is attacking you with a knife.
False
We should try to control the arm of the attacker.
Where should we focus our eyes during a knife attack?
The center of the chest.
What is the reactionary gap in regards to a knife attack?
21 feet
What does Wrap mean in Pat, Wrap, Attack
Wrap two of your arms around the arm with the knife
What does E stand for in the SAFE rule?
Effective
The best technique against an edged weapon is the X-block.
False
What stance should we use during a knife attack?
Interview stance
What do you do when you see blood during a knife attack?
Keep fighting
What does Attack mean in Pat, Wrap, Attack
You should attack the attacker.
S
A
F
E
Adaptable (can use in multiple situations)
Fast / Flexible (works quickly)
Effective (works most of the time)
When approaching someone with an edged weapon, we should try to approach them from a 45 Degree angle.
True
Why do we breathe out when striking someone?
This keeps us breathing so that we do not hold our breath.
What are the target areas we should focus on when striking the attacker?
Eyes, neck, head, groin, ribs, legs
What does S stand for in the SAFE rule?
Simple
What are 4 reasons that verbal skills are important in a use of force encounter?
1. Can reduce the need for use of force
2. Keeps us breathing
3. Helps in court and lawsuits
4. Helps on our reports
Your goal in the knife attack is to survive.
True
What is the importance of looking at the center of the chest during an attack?
This allows us to see more of the whole body.
When should you us less lethal during a knife attack?
When you have time and distance or lethal coverage.
What does A stand for the SAFE rule?
Adaptable
We should Ask, Advise, Order unless what?
It would put us in danger or death or serious physical injury.