17 Questions
When should a discharged firearms report be completed?
When the incident involves a Grandview Heights police officer
Who conducts a concurrent administrative investigation when directed?
The Internal Affairs Sergeant
What is the role of the Firearms Review Board in case of an incident involving the use of a firearm by personnel?
To determine whether the discharge of the firearm was within Division policy
According to the police directive on discharged firearms, when should personnel report incidents of discharged firearms?
All incidents except those done in the course of training, testing, or legal recreational purposes
What is the policy for incidents involving the use of firearms and personnel suspected of being under the influence of alcohol or drugs?
The investigating supervisor will require the involved personnel to submit body fluids for laboratory analysis
When is the Chief of Police required to respond to a police involved shooting resulting in human injury?
The Chief of Police will not normally respond to a police involved shooting not resulting in human injury
According to Division policy, who makes the final determination on whether the discharge of a firearm was within policy?
The Chief of Police
What is the role of the Firearms/Police-Involved Death Review Board in the investigation process?
To determine whether the discharge of the firearm was within Division policy
If there is a dissenting opinion between the Firearms/Police-Involved Death Review Board members, what is the next step in the investigation process?
The Chief of Police makes the final determination
Who is responsible for completing the Discharged Firearm Report in the case of a discharged firearm against a dangerous animal or accidental discharge?
The supervisor/OIC
What is the purpose of routing the investigative package through the chain of command in the case of a discharged firearm incident?
To review the investigation for completeness
Who makes the final determination as to whether the firearm discharge was within Division policy in the case of a discharged firearm resulting in human injury/death?
The Chief of Police
What is the purpose of a Mutual Aid Agreement in the case of an unusual circumstance incident involving a discharged firearm?
To summon an appropriate partner agency to assist in the investigation
What is the protocol for incidents involving serious physical harm or death that occur outside of the City of Grandview Heights?
The law enforcement agency in whose jurisdiction the incident occurred will conduct the criminal investigation
Who is allowed within the protected area of the scene in an incident involving a discharged firearm?
Only the Chief of Police or his designee
What is the Firearms Review Board for the Grandview Heights Division of Police composed of?
The Senior Sergeant, the Training Sergeant, and a certified Firearms Training Instructor
What is the protocol for incidents involving the use of a firearm within the City limits by a law enforcement officer from a foreign agency?
The Grandview Heights Detective Bureau should investigate the incident
Test your knowledge on protocol for discharging firearms in dangerous animal scenarios or accidental discharges. Learn the proper steps for notification and reporting to ensure safety and compliance with regulations.
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