Bomb Squad, Bomb Threats, and Incident Response

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What are the duties and responsibilities of the Bomb Squad mentioned in the text?

Security of special persons such as VIP’s, witnesses, or suspects

Conducting post-blast investigations only

Enforcing traffic regulations

Handling bomb threats and incidents (correct)

What type of incidents does the Bomb Squad support the Department and other law enforcement agencies with?

Crowd control during public events

Arresting suspects in criminal cases

Tactical response to critical incidents involving suspected explosive devices (correct)

Search and rescue operations

What is defined as 'critical incidents' according to the text?

Routine patrols, Minor disturbances, Paperwork processing, Equipment maintenance

Traffic violations, Robberies, Medical emergencies, Natural disasters

Render Safe Procedures, Post Blast Investigations, Personal Protection, Disposal Procedures (correct)

Public demonstrations, Civil protests, Political rallies, Social gatherings

What is one of the specific duties of the Bomb Squad according to the text?

The disposal of explosive items Signup and view all the answers

Who does the Bomb Squad provide security for based on threat or potential threat to their well-being?

VIP’s, witnesses, or suspects Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for the overall command of the Bomb Squad team?

The Bomb Squad Commander Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum number of police officers required in the Bomb Squad?

2 Signup and view all the answers

Which position within the Bomb Squad must be a graduate of the FBI’s Hazardous Devices School?

Bomb Squad Commander Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for ensuring that all team members receive sufficient training and certification?

The Bomb Squad Commander Signup and view all the answers

Who is subject to call-out at any time?

The Certified Team Member Signup and view all the answers

Who has the authority to immediately activate the Bomb Squad for any critical incident within the jurisdictional boundaries?

The Watch Commander Signup and view all the answers

When activated for an operation, who reports directly to the incident commander or on-scene supervisor?

The Bomb Squad commander Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for the deployment and tactical resolution of incidents in the Bomb Squad?

The Bomb Squad commander Signup and view all the answers

What takes precedence over all other assignments within the Department?

Bomb Squad activations Signup and view all the answers

What does the watch commander do when a critical incident occurs within the jurisdictional boundaries?

Activates the Bomb Squad Signup and view all the answers

What does the Division Commander or his/her designee do when requesting assistance from the Bomb Squad?

Activates the Bomb Squad Signup and view all the answers

What must happen before a request for activation is granted for the Bomb Squad?

The Bomb Squad commander will determine if in fact the situation warrants activation Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum number of hours the Department’s Bomb Squad will conduct training per month?

16 hours Signup and view all the answers

Which organization's conferences must the Team members attend on an annual basis?

IABTI Signup and view all the answers

What kind of uniform does the team's uniforms consist of?

Class C uniform Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT included in the minimum equipment supplied to the Department’s Bomb Squad team members?

Handcuffs Signup and view all the answers

Who will be responsible for establishing the certification standards and criteria for the team?

Bomb Squad commander Signup and view all the answers

What documentation will be generated detailing the activation and use of the team?

Police report Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the additional training that Bomb Squad members are eligible to attend?

FBI Weapons of Mass Destruction Signup and view all the answers

How many bomb suits are required to be stored on the Bomb Squad Response Vehicle, at a minimum?

2 Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for conducting an after-action review at the completion of all significant operations?

Bomb Squad commander or designee Signup and view all the answers

What should Department employees attempt to ask when they receive bomb threats?

Questions found on the Bomb Threat Information Card Signup and view all the answers

Who should be contacted as soon as an LEO arrives at the location of a bomb threat?

Person in charge of threatened target and person who received threat Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for ascertaining the specific location and incident risk potential of a suspected device?

Bomb Squad commander or designee Signup and view all the answers

When the Bomb Squad commander cannot be contacted, who will requests for the Bomb Squad be referred to?

Other Bomb Squad members Signup and view all the answers

Who should establish a safe travel route for transporting a suspect device to avoid heavily populated areas and overpasses?

Bomb Squad commander or designee Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for coordinating events with Fire Rescue Services upon arrival at the scene of a suspected device?

Bomb Squad Signup and view all the answers

What should LEOs (Law Enforcement Officers) do upon arrival at the scene of an explosion?

Secure and control access to the area Signup and view all the answers

What should authorized Bomb Squad members and explosive detection K-9 teams do upon arrival at the scene of an explosion?

Conduct a search for secondary devices Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for initiating an Incident Report following an incident in which the Bomb Squad is used?

Bomb Squad commander or designee Signup and view all the answers

"All recovered, or turned in dangerous chemicals, fireworks and explosives" shall be documented as outlined in which directive?

'Departmental Standards Directive 84.100 Property and Evidence Management' Signup and view all the answers

Who must conduct a search for secondary devices upon arrival at the scene of an explosion?

Bomb Squad members Signup and view all the answers

Who takes emergency action to remove the injured to a safe area prior to treatment following a post-blast incident?

Fire Rescue Services employees Signup and view all the answers

Which vehicle should be part of a bomb transport convoy to transport the suspect device to a safe location?

A marked patrol vehicle equipped with emergency lights, siren, and public address system Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for coordinating with investigators, specialists, and crime scene employees regarding collection of evidence and any suspect information following an incident involving the Bomb Squad?

Bomb Squad commander or designee Signup and view all the answers

Who is solely responsible for the decision to evacuate in the event of a bomb threat?

The person in charge of the threat target location Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended minimum distance people should be evacuated from the target location in case of a bomb threat?

300 feet Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended action for LEOs if a suspected explosive device is found during a search?

Evacuate everyone from the immediate area and notify the Bomb Squad Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended radio procedure for LEOs at the scene of a bomb threat or suspected explosive device?

They should not transmit from inside the building or vehicle being searched Signup and view all the answers

When should a K9 team specializing in explosives and the Bomb Squad be notified in high-profile areas like airports or federal buildings?

Immediately upon arrival at the scene Signup and view all the answers

What role does the watch commander/Road Patrol supervisor play if a suspicious item/device is not located during the search?

They make a decision regarding the response of the Bomb Squad and/or the K-9 team Signup and view all the answers

What should LEOs avoid doing in relation to suspect ordnance unless they are a member of the Bomb Squad?

Close examination or any movement of suspect ordnance Signup and view all the answers

What is required if an LEO feels it is necessary to search for a device?

Contact his/her supervisor and request additional LEOs to assist in the search Signup and view all the answers

What agency will take charge of a scene where explosives or suspected explosive devices have been located with authorization?

The Bomb Squad Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if no one is able to contact the Bomb Squad commander in case they are needed?

Requests for the Bomb Squad will be referred to EOD Unit Signup and view all the answers

What action should take place before a request for activation is granted for the Bomb Squad?

Evaluation by watch commander/Road Patrol supervisor Signup and view all the answers

When activated for an operation, who does an authorized Bomb Squad member report directly to?

The incident commander or on-scene supervisor Signup and view all the answers

Bomb Squad, Bomb Threats, and Incident Response

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Questions and Answers

What are the duties and responsibilities of the Bomb Squad mentioned in the text?

What type of incidents does the Bomb Squad support the Department and other law enforcement agencies with?

What is defined as 'critical incidents' according to the text?

What is one of the specific duties of the Bomb Squad according to the text?

Who does the Bomb Squad provide security for based on threat or potential threat to their well-being?

Who is responsible for the overall command of the Bomb Squad team?

What is the minimum number of police officers required in the Bomb Squad?

Which position within the Bomb Squad must be a graduate of the FBI’s Hazardous Devices School?

Who is responsible for ensuring that all team members receive sufficient training and certification?

Who is subject to call-out at any time?

Who has the authority to immediately activate the Bomb Squad for any critical incident within the jurisdictional boundaries?

When activated for an operation, who reports directly to the incident commander or on-scene supervisor?

Who is responsible for the deployment and tactical resolution of incidents in the Bomb Squad?

What takes precedence over all other assignments within the Department?

What does the watch commander do when a critical incident occurs within the jurisdictional boundaries?

What does the Division Commander or his/her designee do when requesting assistance from the Bomb Squad?

What must happen before a request for activation is granted for the Bomb Squad?

What is the minimum number of hours the Department’s Bomb Squad will conduct training per month?

Which organization's conferences must the Team members attend on an annual basis?

What kind of uniform does the team's uniforms consist of?

What is NOT included in the minimum equipment supplied to the Department’s Bomb Squad team members?

Who will be responsible for establishing the certification standards and criteria for the team?

What documentation will be generated detailing the activation and use of the team?

What is one of the additional training that Bomb Squad members are eligible to attend?

How many bomb suits are required to be stored on the Bomb Squad Response Vehicle, at a minimum?

Who is responsible for conducting an after-action review at the completion of all significant operations?

What should Department employees attempt to ask when they receive bomb threats?

Who should be contacted as soon as an LEO arrives at the location of a bomb threat?

Who is responsible for ascertaining the specific location and incident risk potential of a suspected device?

When the Bomb Squad commander cannot be contacted, who will requests for the Bomb Squad be referred to?

Who should establish a safe travel route for transporting a suspect device to avoid heavily populated areas and overpasses?

Who is responsible for coordinating events with Fire Rescue Services upon arrival at the scene of a suspected device?

What should LEOs (Law Enforcement Officers) do upon arrival at the scene of an explosion?

What should authorized Bomb Squad members and explosive detection K-9 teams do upon arrival at the scene of an explosion?

Who is responsible for initiating an Incident Report following an incident in which the Bomb Squad is used?

"All recovered, or turned in dangerous chemicals, fireworks and explosives" shall be documented as outlined in which directive?

Who must conduct a search for secondary devices upon arrival at the scene of an explosion?

Who takes emergency action to remove the injured to a safe area prior to treatment following a post-blast incident?

Which vehicle should be part of a bomb transport convoy to transport the suspect device to a safe location?

Who is responsible for coordinating with investigators, specialists, and crime scene employees regarding collection of evidence and any suspect information following an incident involving the Bomb Squad?

Who is solely responsible for the decision to evacuate in the event of a bomb threat?

What is the recommended minimum distance people should be evacuated from the target location in case of a bomb threat?

What is the recommended action for LEOs if a suspected explosive device is found during a search?

What is the recommended radio procedure for LEOs at the scene of a bomb threat or suspected explosive device?

When should a K9 team specializing in explosives and the Bomb Squad be notified in high-profile areas like airports or federal buildings?

What role does the watch commander/Road Patrol supervisor play if a suspicious item/device is not located during the search?

What should LEOs avoid doing in relation to suspect ordnance unless they are a member of the Bomb Squad?

What is required if an LEO feels it is necessary to search for a device?

What agency will take charge of a scene where explosives or suspected explosive devices have been located with authorization?

What should be done if no one is able to contact the Bomb Squad commander in case they are needed?

What action should take place before a request for activation is granted for the Bomb Squad?

When activated for an operation, who does an authorized Bomb Squad member report directly to?

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