30 Questions
When can officers use the TASER as a reasonable force option?
When a suspect is actively resisting
What is the guiding principle when using force?
Reverence for human life
What may officers endanger if they fail to use force when warranted?
All of the above
When can officers use less-lethal force options?
When a suspect is actively resisting
What may officers expose themselves and the department to if they use unreasonable force?
All of the above
Which color is the background in Function Test mode on the Central Information Display (CID)?
Yellow
How often should the TASER 7 batteries be charged?
Once every Deployment Period (~30 days)
What should supervisors do after a reportable non-categorical use of force incident involving a TASER?
Dock the battery to download the data from the TASER
What should be done to ensure that the latest firmware updates are uploaded onto the TASER 7 Docking station?
Routine battery charging
What is the recommended way to store the TASER 7?
With battery inserted
Which range is considered the optimal range for the TASER?
12-22 feet
What is the purpose of applying a drive-stun with a live cartridge in close quarter situations?
To maximize the effectiveness of the TASER
When is it appropriate to use the TASER in drive-stun mode only?
When the suspect is non-compliant
What should officers do if the force option they have selected does not appear to be effective?
Transition to another force option
When is an officer required to intercede during the use of force?
When the force used is excessive
When should officers generally give a verbal warning prior to using a TASER?
When encountering an armed self-mutilating individual
What is a tactical consideration when using a TASER?
Avoid using the TASER on individuals who are fleeing or running away
When is a verbal warning not required prior to using a TASER?
When an officer is attacked and must respond to the suspect's actions
What should officers do if they encounter an armed self-mutilating or suicidal individual?
Utilize distance and cover to avoid placing themselves in a vulnerable position
Where should the TASER be carried by officers?
In a cross draw or support side draw position
What is the most effective way to use the TASER?
Probe Mode
Which type of TASER cartridge has a range of 4-12 feet and a 12° spread?
Close Quarters (CQ)
What is the purpose of the Neuro-Muscular Incapacitation (NMI) caused by the TASER?
To cause involuntary stimulation of both the sensory and motor nerves
What should officers do after conducting a function test of the TASER?
Verify on the Central Information Display (CID)
Where should the TASER be worn on the duty belt?
On the non-dominant side
Which of the following is the correct unloading sequence for a TASER 7?
Point the TASER in a safe direction, ensure the safety switch is in the down position, keep your hands away from the front of the cartridges, press the release button and pull the cartridges out of the bay
What is the recommended probe spread for optimal effectiveness of a TASER?
12 inches
When should officers avoid using the TASER?
When the suspect is on an elevated/unstable surface
What is the purpose of a Warning Arc display on a TASER?
To de-escalate a situation without deploying a cartridge
What is the Drive Stun mode of a TASER used for?
To maximize effectiveness without using a cartridge
Learn about the requirement for officers to report potential excessive force in this quiz. Understand when and how officers should report instances of force that they believe to be beyond what is necessary. Test your knowledge on this important aspect of law enforcement accountability.
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