Defensive Tactics: Escorts & Transporters Techniques
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What is the primary purpose of the shoulder lock transporter technique?

  • To ensure joint manipulation and balance displacement. (correct)
  • To enhance physical strength in the officer.
  • To communicate non-verbally with the subject.
  • To incapacitate the subject completely.

Which action is necessary to complete the shoulder lock transporter technique?

  • Lowering the subject's elbow drastically.
  • Applying a distraction or physical strike. (correct)
  • Utilizing excessive force to control the subject.
  • Releasing the subject's arm immediately.

Where should the officer's hand be placed while controlling the subject's arm in the shoulder lock transporter?

  • On the subject's shoulder.
  • On the subject's wrist.
  • On the subject's triceps. (correct)
  • On the subject's elbow.

What crucial verbal communication should be used during the shoulder lock transporter technique?

<p>Loud and clear commands. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be done with the subject's head during the shoulder lock transporter technique?

<p>Hold it with the right hand for control. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of using escort and transporter techniques?

<p>To move an unwilling subject from one location to another (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which technique is primarily used for minimal control through leverage?

<p>Escort Position (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When should a transporter technique be employed?

<p>If the subject resists during the escort position (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to maintain an appropriate stance during escort techniques?

<p>To enhance control and stability during the maneuver (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the key function of a hammer lock transporter?

<p>To move the subject’s arm behind their back (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What essential step accompanies the application of any escort or transporter technique?

<p>Using loud, clear verbal commands (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does it mean to utilize pain compliance in transporter techniques?

<p>Manipulating the subject's joints to gain compliance (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the key difference between an escort and a transporter technique?

<p>Escort minimizes control; transporter uses pain or mechanical compliance (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Escort Technique

A technique used to move a subject from one point to another without using pain compliance, providing minimal control through leverage.

Escort Position

A technique for initial physical control where pressure/leverage on a joint locks it, causing the subject to comply.

Transporter Technique

Techniques used to move a subject from one point to another using pain compliance or mechanical compliance.

Hammer Lock Transporter

A technique using pain/mechanical compliance to move the subject's arm behind their back, useful when a subject resists during the escort.

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Pain Compliance

Using controlled pain to induce compliance in a resisting subject.

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Mechanical Compliance

Using physical manipulation to force a subject to comply, often without pain.

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Verbal Commands

Clear and loud instructions given throughout the application of any of the techniques.

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Proximity to weapon

Awareness of weapon placement, vital for safety during escort and transporter techniques.

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Hammer Lock Transporter

A defensive tactic used to control a subject by grabbing the hand and rotating it, then sweeping the hand behind their back.

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Shoulder Lock Transporter

A controlling technique using pain compliance, joint manipulation, and balance displacement, often used on a handcuffed subject.

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Verbal Commands

Use clear and concise verbal commands to direct the subject throughout the technique, for both Hammer and Shoulder locks.

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Escort Position

Starting point for applying the Shoulder Lock transporter, giving control for further application of the technique.

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Pain Compliance

A method of controlling a subject utilizing pain, to gain compliance without necessarily causing harm.

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Study Notes

Defensive Tactics: Escorts and Transporters

  • Lesson Goal: Demonstrate proper escort and transporter techniques.
  • Officers may encounter: Subjects who refuse commands but resist physically.
  • Techniques: Pain compliance, mechanical compliance, joint manipulation to move resistant subjects. These are also used in some takedowns.
  • Awareness: Be aware of weapon proximity to the subject when using escort or transporter techniques.
  • Escort Position: Technique to move a subject from point A to point B without pain compliance, leveraging minimal control.
  • Alternative: If resistance, switch to transporter technique.
  • Escort Position Steps:
    • Use loud, clear verbal commands.
    • Maintain the proper stance.
    • Contact the subject's arm (wrist & upper arm above the elbow), grasping simultaneously.
    • Turn the subject's palm towards you.
    • Move the subject or follow with appropriate action. (See Figure 4-21)
  • Transporters: Techniques used to move subjects with pain compliance or mechanical compliance.
  • Transporter Techniques Example: Hammer lock, shoulder lock.
  • Hammer Lock Transporter: Technique used when a subject pulls away from an escort position.
  • Hammer Lock Steps:
    • Loud, clear verbal commands.
    • Begin in the escort position.
    • Strike or diversion may be needed.
    • Mirror the controlled hand, and rotate the subject's controlled hand while sweeping the subject's hand behind.
    • Maintain control by bending the wrist.
    • Control the subject, or execute appropriate action. (See Figure 4-22)
  • Shoulder Lock Transporter: A good controlling technique, placing subject's arm in a specific position for pain compliance, joint manipulation, and balance displacement, also usable for handcuffed subjects.
  • Shoulder Lock Steps:
    • Use loud, clear verbal commands.
    • Start from the escort position.
    • Strike or diversion may be needed.
    • Raise the subject's elbow, rolling the shoulder forward.
    • Push the controlled arm behind the subject's back.
    • Control the subject's head.
    • Maintain control, or execute appropriate action. (See Figure 4-23)

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This quiz explores the techniques for proper escort and transporter methods used by officers. It covers scenarios involving physical resistance and emphasizes the importance of communication and control during interactions. Learn how to effectively manage subjects while considering safety and compliance techniques.

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