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What is the purpose of the guidelines provided in this chapter?
What is the purpose of the guidelines provided in this chapter?
- To establish standards for Critical Incident Response (correct)
- To regulate employee benefits and compensation
- To provide options for community outreach programs
- To outline procedures for equipment maintenance
Which of the following events qualifies as a critical incident?
Which of the following events qualifies as a critical incident?
- Officer Involved Shooting (OIS) (correct)
- Administrative meetings
- Routine traffic stops
- Community engagement activities
Who is classified as a first responder in the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office?
Who is classified as a first responder in the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office?
- Only patrol officers
- Administrative staff
- Sworn deputies and telecommunication specialists (correct)
- Community volunteers
What does Mental Health Leave (MHL) refer to in the context of BCSO policy?
What does Mental Health Leave (MHL) refer to in the context of BCSO policy?
What is the overall goal of the intervention strategies employed by the BCSO?
What is the overall goal of the intervention strategies employed by the BCSO?
What is the primary role of a Peer Support Responder (PSR)?
What is the primary role of a Peer Support Responder (PSR)?
What is the purpose of the Psychological Debriefing intervention?
What is the purpose of the Psychological Debriefing intervention?
Which of the following is true about Psychological Defusing?
Which of the following is true about Psychological Defusing?
What must the managing supervisor include when notifying the agency psychologist via email?
What must the managing supervisor include when notifying the agency psychologist via email?
What happens if there is no Peer Support Responder (PSR) available to respond to an incident?
What happens if there is no Peer Support Responder (PSR) available to respond to an incident?
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Critical Incident
Critical Incident
Any event that can overwhelm a person's or a group's ability to respond or cope. Examples include officer-involved shootings, arrestee violence, in-custody deaths, and deputy injury/death.
First Responder
First Responder
Sworn deputies, including jailers and peace officers, as well as telecommunicators/telecommunication specialists of the BCSO.
Mental Health Leave (MHL)
Mental Health Leave (MHL)
Paid administrative leave granted to first responders after a critical incident.
Peer Support Critical Incident Response
Peer Support Critical Incident Response
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Purpose of the Peer Support Program
Purpose of the Peer Support Program
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PEER SUPPORT RESPONDER (PSR)
PEER SUPPORT RESPONDER (PSR)
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PSYCHOLOGICAL DEBRIEF
PSYCHOLOGICAL DEBRIEF
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PSYCHOLOGICAL DEFUSING
PSYCHOLOGICAL DEFUSING
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SERIOUS BODILY INJURY
SERIOUS BODILY INJURY
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CALL-OUT/REQUEST FOR SERVICES PROCEDURE
CALL-OUT/REQUEST FOR SERVICES PROCEDURE
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Study Notes
Bexar County Sheriff's Office Policy Manual - Peer Support Critical Incident Response
- Policy Effective Date: May 2, 2022
- Policy Number: 49.01
- Subject: Peer Support for Critical Incident Response
- Applies To: All Sheriff's Employees
- Purpose: To outline guidelines for responding to critical incidents & support the recovery of first responders
- Critical Incident Definition: Any event causing intense emotional energy overwhelming a person's ability to respond and cope. Examples include Officer Involved Shootings, Arrestee violence, In-custody deaths, Significant injuries from arrestee violence, Exposure to sudden death (suicide/homicide), and death of a deputy.
- First Responder Definition: Sworn deputies (including jailers), telecommunicators/telecommunication specialists.
- Mental Health Leave (MHL): Paid administrative leave for first responders exposed to or experiencing a critical incident. Approved by Bureau Chief, Chief of Staff, and Chief Deputy.
- Peer Support Responder (PSR): BCSO members trained in individual crisis intervention & peer support. Not professional counselors.
- Psychological Debriefing: Agency psychologist and trained PSRs facilitate a small group intervention, following the 7-step Critical Incident Stress Management model.
- Psychological Defusing: Agency psychologist and/or PSR conduct one-on-one intervention for first responders involving education, venting, and coping mechanisms.
- Serious Bodily Injury (SBI): Bodily harm causing substantial risk or death, permanent injury, or disabling bodily function loss (Texas Penal Code Section 1.07).
- Call-Out/Request for Services: Supervisors notify agency psychologist and Peer support team via email, Staff Injury Notification system, or phone detailing incident details (injuries, status, etc.) to initiate response. PSRs respond based on availability/shift.
- Confidentiality: PSRs are bound by a formal agreement detailing confidentiality limits. Exceptions for threats to self or others, certain crimes (felonies), and child abuse require disclosure.
- Mental Health Leave (MHL): Request procedure, 24-hour response time for approval or denial, and justification for denial.
- Mental Health Services: Access to Deer Oaks Employee Assistance Program, Aetna Teledoc, San Antonio Counseling & Behavioral Center, and Aetna Able To Program. Mental health services are confidential, and should not be disclosed to parties outside the direct personnel involved in the event.
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This quiz covers the critical incident response policy effective from May 2, 2022, for Bexar County Sheriff's Office. It outlines guidelines for supporting first responders dealing with emotional fallout from critical incidents. The policy aims to foster recovery and well-being among law enforcement personnel exposed to traumatic events.
