APD Patrol Procedures: Stop Stick Introduction and Deployment
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What is the recommended position for holding the Stop Stick cord?

  • Low against the road (correct)
  • Wrapped around your body or gear
  • At a high angle above the road
  • Tightly gripped in your hand

    • Which deployment strategy is recommended for covering multiple lanes?

  • Cluster deployment with staggered Stop Stick patterns (correct)
  • Single officer deployment across all lanes
  • Random deployment at various points along the road
  • Parallel deployment with Stop Sticks in a straight line

    • What should you do if the Stop Sticks were not struck during deployment?

  • Cut them into smaller pieces for easier storage
  • Leave them on the road for the next deployment
  • Inspect them for damage and return to the trunk if undamaged (correct)
  • Discard them and replace with new ones

    • Which of the following is NOT a recommended safety consideration?

    <p>Wrapping the cord around your body or gear</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where should Stop Sticks be stored in the patrol car?

    <p>In the underside of the trunk lid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do if the Stop Sticks were struck during deployment?

    <p>Carefully remove the damaged Stop Sticks from the sleeve</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary consideration when deploying tire deflation devices (TDDs) like Stop Sticks?

    <p>Officer safety</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do after deploying Stop Sticks?

    <p>Move to a safe location away from the road</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following situations should prompt extra caution when considering deploying Stop Sticks?

    <p>The pursuit speeds are excessive, or the suspect appears to be under the influence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should Stop Sticks NOT be deployed?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended deployment location for Stop Sticks when near an intersection?

    <p>Before the intersection, to prevent the suspect from turning away</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you avoid doing when deploying Stop Sticks?

    <p>Rushing the deployment or deploying in a bad location</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the purpose of Stop Sticks?

    <p>To create a controlled release of air from the tires</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key advantage of using Stop Sticks compared to other tire deflation devices?

    <p>They provide a more gradual deceleration of the vehicle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following factors should be considered when determining the deployment location for Stop Sticks?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If Stop Sticks are deployed but not struck by the fleeing vehicle, what action should be taken?

    <p>Notify other units to be prepared for continued pursuit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended deployment strategy for Stop Sticks when covering multiple lanes?

    <p>Deploy separate sets of Stop Sticks in each lane</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many feet of cord does the Stop Stick cord reel provide?

    <p>80 feet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of using Stop Sticks?

    <p>To disable the tires of a fleeing vehicle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a key advantage of using Stop Sticks compared to other tire deflation devices?

    <p>Safer for officers to use</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you avoid doing when deploying Stop Sticks?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended deployment location for Stop Sticks when near an intersection?

    <p>On the far side of the intersection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should an officer do after deploying Stop Sticks?

    <p>Move to a safe location</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is a Cord Reel provided with 80 feet of cord for deploying Stop Sticks?

    <p>To allow the officer to move a safe distance away</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant tactical advantage of using the Cord Reel with Stop Sticks?

    <p>Enhanced ability to retreat to a safer position</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it essential for an officer to move away from the road after deploying Stop Sticks?

    <p>To reduce the risk of harm from oncoming traffic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of using a Cord Reel with Stop Sticks?

    <p>To allow the officer to move a safe distance away</p> Signup and view all the answers

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