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What type of situations are considered as critical incidents according to the standard operating procedure?
What type of situations are considered as critical incidents according to the standard operating procedure?
- Traffic violations
- Hostage, barricade, sniper, and apprehension situations (correct)
- Parking violations
- Noise complaints
What is the primary responsibility of the SWAT team according to the standard operating procedure?
What is the primary responsibility of the SWAT team according to the standard operating procedure?
- To provide a tactical response to critical incidents (correct)
- To manage community outreach programs
- To conduct routine patrolling
- To handle administrative duties
What is the intent of the Boca Raton Police Services Department regarding the SWAT team?
What is the intent of the Boca Raton Police Services Department regarding the SWAT team?
- To respond to noise complaints
- To conduct administrative tasks
- To provide a highly trained and skilled tactical team for critical incidents (correct)
- To handle routine traffic enforcement
Under what circumstances does the SWAT team support other law enforcement agencies?
Under what circumstances does the SWAT team support other law enforcement agencies?
What are some examples of critical incidents mentioned in the standard operating procedure?
What are some examples of critical incidents mentioned in the standard operating procedure?
What equipment is available to the SWAT medic?
What equipment is available to the SWAT medic?
Who is responsible for the inspection and maintenance of the medical equipment?
Who is responsible for the inspection and maintenance of the medical equipment?
What does the scout provide tactical information about to the mission commander?
What does the scout provide tactical information about to the mission commander?
Who determines if a noise/flash diversionary device will be deployed during a search warrant service?
Who determines if a noise/flash diversionary device will be deployed during a search warrant service?
What is discussed during the briefing prior to the execution of a search warrant?
What is discussed during the briefing prior to the execution of a search warrant?
What does the SWAT Team commander or their designee store electronically in accordance with State public records retention schedules?
What does the SWAT Team commander or their designee store electronically in accordance with State public records retention schedules?
What are the elements included in the written planning process for proactive or anticipatory operations conducted by the SWAT team?
What are the elements included in the written planning process for proactive or anticipatory operations conducted by the SWAT team?
How are operational plans and after-action reports stored and maintained by the SWAT team?
How are operational plans and after-action reports stored and maintained by the SWAT team?
What is the purpose of the debriefing conducted by the SWAT Team commander or his/her designee at the completion of operations and significant training events?
What is the purpose of the debriefing conducted by the SWAT Team commander or his/her designee at the completion of operations and significant training events?
Under what conditions might a standby rescue unit stationed at or near the scene be ineffective?
Under what conditions might a standby rescue unit stationed at or near the scene be ineffective?
According to House Bill 487, who is authorized as a 'tactical medical professional' (TMP) to carry firearms and ammunition during high-risk incidents?
According to House Bill 487, who is authorized as a 'tactical medical professional' (TMP) to carry firearms and ammunition during high-risk incidents?
What are the limitations on the actions SWAT medics can take during a SWAT operation?
What are the limitations on the actions SWAT medics can take during a SWAT operation?
What is one of the duties of the SWAT medic?
What is one of the duties of the SWAT medic?
What must SWAT medics do when taking police action during a SWAT operation?
What must SWAT medics do when taking police action during a SWAT operation?
What type of firearm will be assigned to SWAT medics?
What type of firearm will be assigned to SWAT medics?
What is one of the criteria for selection as a SWAT medic?
What is one of the criteria for selection as a SWAT medic?
What is the consequence for a SWAT team member who fails to meet the performance standards within 90 days?
What is the consequence for a SWAT team member who fails to meet the performance standards within 90 days?
How often will the SWAT Team conduct training?
How often will the SWAT Team conduct training?
How often is the Department equipment inventoried and inspected for operational readiness?
How often is the Department equipment inventoried and inspected for operational readiness?
What is the purpose of noise/flash diversionary devices used by the SWAT Team?
What is the purpose of noise/flash diversionary devices used by the SWAT Team?
What will happen if a team member fails to meet the performance standards within the 90-day period?
What will happen if a team member fails to meet the performance standards within the 90-day period?
What type of weapons are primary entry weapons for the SWAT Team?
What type of weapons are primary entry weapons for the SWAT Team?
What is included in the special equipment utilized by the SWAT Team?
What is included in the special equipment utilized by the SWAT Team?
What does the Department issue to team members as part of their uniforms?
What does the Department issue to team members as part of their uniforms?
What is the primary purpose of wearing green utility pants and shirts by SWAT team members?
What is the primary purpose of wearing green utility pants and shirts by SWAT team members?
Who is responsible for the overall command of the SWAT team?
Who is responsible for the overall command of the SWAT team?
Which position within the SWAT Team must have completed basic SWAT training as well as courses in SWAT management, tactics, and concepts?
Which position within the SWAT Team must have completed basic SWAT training as well as courses in SWAT management, tactics, and concepts?
Which department's paramedics are included in the Boca Raton Police Services Department’s SWAT Team?
Which department's paramedics are included in the Boca Raton Police Services Department’s SWAT Team?
Who reports directly to the incident commander when activated for an operation?
Who reports directly to the incident commander when activated for an operation?
Who is responsible for ensuring that all team members receive sufficient training and certification?
Who is responsible for ensuring that all team members receive sufficient training and certification?
Who is responsible for deployment of the SWAT Team, tactical decision making, and tactical resolution of the incident?
Who is responsible for deployment of the SWAT Team, tactical decision making, and tactical resolution of the incident?
Who may activate the SWAT Team for a critical incident?
Who may activate the SWAT Team for a critical incident?
When a request for the team is received and approved by the chief of police or his/her designee, it shall be immediately forwarded to whom?
When a request for the team is received and approved by the chief of police or his/her designee, it shall be immediately forwarded to whom?
Who will contact the SWAT team commander or his/her designee with the request for assistance in planning or conducting appropriate operations?
Who will contact the SWAT team commander or his/her designee with the request for assistance in planning or conducting appropriate operations?
The SWAT medic is a Boca Raton Fire Rescue Services emergency medical technician (EMT) or paramedic who has applied and been accepted as a member of the SWAT Team after meeting which criteria?
The SWAT medic is a Boca Raton Fire Rescue Services emergency medical technician (EMT) or paramedic who has applied and been accepted as a member of the SWAT Team after meeting which criteria?
The SWAT Team is available, with the approval of whom, to any requesting law enforcement agency?
The SWAT Team is available, with the approval of whom, to any requesting law enforcement agency?
