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SCCJA Block 3 Questions & answers
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SCCJA Block 3active shooter- - correct answer-r is a suspect whose activity is immediately causing death
and serious bodily injury. The activity is not contained and there is immediate risk of death
and serious injury to potential victims, target rich environment.
what is the difference between active shooter vs. hostage/barricaded suspect? - correct
answer-active shooter is a rapid deployment call for first responders once on scene must
immediately locate and stop the threat.
hostage/barricaded suspect involves containment, perimeters, gathering information and
requesting appropriate resources.
What are ways of preparing for an active shooter situation? - correct answer-be aware of
lessons learned from previous active shooter situations, be aware of pre attack indicators,
prepare information packets on potential locations in your jurisdiction, walk through potential
locations, maintain weapon, wear ballistics, be mentally prepared for anything,
Identify and demonstrate initial deployment procedures to include en-route tasks and
procedures when arriving on scene. - correct answer-stealth and Suprise are essential
elements of gaining a tactical advantage. the preservation of the loss of life is even more
important.
in route tasks: use lights and sirens, active shooter may give up when they see law
enforcement, obtain pertinent information, determine initial deployment location, determine
eta of other responding officers.
Arrival on scene: pick a secure deployment location, check gear, orient yourself without
coming under fire, coordinate with other units, tell what you see or hear upon arrival to
dispatch.
Identify and demonstrate one, two, three and four officer deployment, movement, and
searching/clearing and discuss breaching techniques. - correct answer-Movement: move
quickly and efficiently to engage shooter, use cover and concealment when moving use
speed surprise and shock to a tactical advantage.
Number of contact officers:
single officer- preparedness and willingness of the officer is paramount, single officer may
enter or engage a threat but two or more are preferred.
two officer contact and cover- First officer (contact/point) determine direction and speed of
movement; second officer (cover) supports the contact officer, picks up angles not covered
by first officer, is responsible for radio communication and rear security
three officer point, point cover, rear guard- Contact/Point determines direction and speed,
point cover picks up uncovered angles, and rear guard defends group from rear or picks up
additional angles as appropriate. Rear guard is also responsible for radio communications.
four or five officers- diamond formation is preferred for large hallways or buildings, with point,
left and right cover, center and rear guard. Point determines direction and speed, cover
officers pick up uncovered angles, rear guard defends group from rear or picks up additional
angles as appropriate. Rear guard is also responsible for radio communications. Center acts
,as the brain of the diamond and is normally the person with the most knowledge of the
location, such as a School Resource Officer.
clearing: areas of domination, noise discipline, light discipline and availability,
downed/injured suspects must be bypassed until threat is handled, locked rooms should be
bypassed unless there is reason to believe suspect is inside and communicate.
Breaching: a inward opening door can be breached with a ram, outward opening doors may
be pried open withing breaching tool.
what are the proper tactics and techniques when coming into contact with a suspect? -
correct answer-first priority is to locate and stop the threat, safe and effective shooting skills
with maximum firepower and tactical shot placement.
expect the unsuspected, use what is reasonable to stop the threat, remain in a position of
cover, give clear and concise commands, aid wounded, scene preservation.
what is the survival mind-set? - correct answer-be aggressive and decisive in actions, be
prepared to be fired Apon and continue fighting, do no become paralyzed and over think, be
flexible.
what are improvised explosive device procedures? - correct answer-most common IED's are
pipe bombs, assess the situation, communicate the information with dispatch, putt distance
between yourself and the IED, IEDS must not stop or delay finding and stopping the shooter.
barricaded suspect- - correct answer-is a suspect who is in a position of tactical advantage,
usually barricaded in a room, building or vehicle, who is armed with a weapon. The suspect
may or may not be holding hostages and there is no indication that the subject's activity is
immediately causing death or serious bodily injury.
traditional deployment- - correct answer-A tactical concept where law enforcement officers
maintain a secure perimeter around an armed suspect and wait for specially trained units
(SWAT, ERT, ESU) to arrive on scene and intervene.
rapid deployment- - correct answer-The swift and immediate deployment of law enforcement
personnel to on-going, life-threatening situations where delayed deployment and
engagement could otherwise result in death or great bodily injury to innocent persons.
timeline of violence- - correct answer-The period of time from the suspect's first violent action
until the action is stopped or the suspect transitions to another activity.
incident transition- - correct answer-That point in the incident where the "active shooter"
stops his/her violent actions and tries to escape or barricades himself/herself.
what is the #1 objective in responding to an active shooter? - correct answer-locate, isolate,
and control
traditional vs. nontraditional response- - correct answer-Traditional responses involve
establishing perimeter and waiting on specialized teams (i.e., SWAT) to arrive on scene or
waiting for additional units to arrive to establish a response team. (b) Non-traditional
, responses dictate that officers enter the structure upon arrival to the incident, whether as a
single Officer or multi-unit capacity.
List the characteristics of culture. - correct answer-learned culture is learned not inherited,
gives a range of acceptable behaviors culture dictates what is acceptable and unacceptable,
subject to change always changing, cannot remain in isolation no culture is completely
isolated.
2. Explain the differences between prejudice, intolerance, and stereotypes and recognize
examples of each. - correct answer-prejudice is defined as an injury or damage resulting
from some judgement or action of another in disregard of one's rights based on judgement,
opinion, hostility.
Types of Prejudice (1) Personal prejudice occurs when members of another racial/ethnic
group are seen as threats to one's own personal interests, such as what may happen when
members of another group may be viewed as competitors for jobs or promotions.
Group prejudice occurs when a person conforms to group norms because it appears that is
what is expected.
intolerance may not be a preplanned or preconceived notion. Instead, it is likely to result
from careful consideration and study, and from a full understanding of a given situation.
intolerance is based on ignorance not having enough info, indifference apathic to a certain
group, limited perception.
Stereotypes- are generalizations about a group where a defined set of characteristics is
attributed to this group; they can be positive or negative. when we do change, we do it in
three ways: bookkeeping, conversation, subtyping.
3. Explain why it is important for a police officer to understand hate crimes, why people
commit them, and how the officer should properly handle a call involving a hate crime. -
correct answer-
4. Describe the various personality types based on the True Colors test. - correct
answer-The Gold personality type is the keeper of tradition. Their motivation is to belong,
and they feel that there is a right way to do everything.
The Green temperament is always questioning the status quo. Their motivation is a quest for
power
The Blue personality type is searching for the meaning of life. Their motivation is to feel
authentic.
The Orange temperament wants to do things now and they have a "just do it" attitude. Their
motivation is to be free.
5. Discuss the three generations and describe how an understanding of each can assist law
enforcement officers in working together. - correct answer-baby boomers, generation x,
generation y/millennials-
6. Discuss various personality and prejudicial issues in a group setting. - correct answer-
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