Kansas City Police Procedures Overview

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What is the primary responsibility of the Bomb and Arson Section personnel upon arrival at an incident involving an explosive device?

To perform a risk assessment on the potential property damage.

To begin evacuating the surrounding area immediately.

To have command and control of all duties related to the explosive device. (correct)

To contact law enforcement agencies for support.

What action does the Bomb and Arson Section take after confirming the presence of an explosive device?

Initiate a lockdown in the surrounding area.

Inform the media about the situation.

Conduct a thorough investigation on the device's origin.

Request the Communications Unit to notify relevant emergency services. (correct)

In which scenario would a report be completed in RMS by the Bomb and Arson Section?

When there are witnesses who report the device's presence.

When an explosive device is discovered in a public park.

When an explosive device is found attached to a car or in a residential building. (correct)

When the device is deactivated without incident.

What must occur for the Bomb and Arson Section to respond to a mutual aid request?

Approval by a Bureau Commander. Signup and view all the answers

Which department must be notified to respond with the Bomb and Arson Section when an explosive device is identified?

The Communications Unit. Signup and view all the answers

What is the first action the responding members should take upon receiving information about an explosive device?

Proceed immediately to the location of the reported explosive device. Signup and view all the answers

Which factor should NOT be considered before evacuating a structure or area?

The opinions of the media personnel present. Signup and view all the answers

Who determines if the Explosive Detection Dog Team will be requested?

The responding supervisor or Assistant Division Commander. Signup and view all the answers

What must be avoided while evacuating the area?

Exciting the persons being evacuated. Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect is critical when assessing the validity of a threat?

Historical data on previous threats in the area. Signup and view all the answers

What is a necessary action if an EDD Team is not immediately available?

Begin a manual search of the area. Signup and view all the answers

What should be established for media personnel during an evacuation?

A staging area. Signup and view all the answers

To whom should requests for the EDD Team be made?

Through the dispatcher via telephone. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the procedural instruction regarding explosive device calls?

To outline procedures for safety during explosive device incidents. Signup and view all the answers

What should be done with electronic devices once a known explosive device is confirmed?

They should be turned off and discontinued within one hundred yards. Signup and view all the answers

What action is recommended to the caller of a suspected explosive device?

Advise all personnel to stop using and turn off electronic equipment. Signup and view all the answers

What initial action should be taken regarding the Communications Unit when an explosive device is suspected?

Relay all available information via telephone. Signup and view all the answers

Which personnel must be notified during normal business hours of a suspected explosive device?

Patrol Bureau Office personnel and affected Division Commanders. Signup and view all the answers

What is recommended for the area within one hundred yards of the explosive device?

To ensure all electronic devices are turned off. Signup and view all the answers

What is the protocol for evacuating the area around a suspected explosive device?

Pay attention to evacuate floors above and below the device. Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential consequence of using electronic devices near an explosive device?

Detonation of the explosive device. Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstance may an officer use reasonable physical force during an evacuation?

When someone refuses to leave the area voluntarily. Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for ensuring that the area remains secure after evacuation?

The Bomb and Arson Section personnel. Signup and view all the answers

What information should be relayed to the responding supervisor and officer regarding a suspected explosive device?

All available information, such as location and detonation time, if known. Signup and view all the answers

What is the policy regarding the response to calls about suspected explosive devices?

Response should be cautious to ensure public and officer safety. Signup and view all the answers

What should be done after the area has been cleared of an explosive device?

Inform evacuated persons of the 'all clear' signal. Signup and view all the answers

What should be established with a responsible party regarding the property involved?

Attempt to establish formal communication for updates. Signup and view all the answers

In the absence of a supervisor, who assumes the liaison responsibilities?

The primary member who received the call. Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances will the Bomb and Arson Section respond?

Only to incidents involving known or suspected explosive devices. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for evacuating the immediate search area before the EDD Team arrives?

To reduce individuals’ fear of dogs and aid the search process Signup and view all the answers

What action should be taken if a suspected explosive device is found?

Secure the area and notify the Bomb and Arson Section supervisor Signup and view all the answers

How far should the assembly point be located from the scene of a confirmed explosive device?

100 yards Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of representatives of the structure during the search process?

To assist by searching familiar areas without moving items Signup and view all the answers

What is the protocol if the person in charge of the structure refuses a search?

Complete the appropriate report in the Records Management System Signup and view all the answers

What are members required to consider when conducting a physical search for explosives?

The likelihood of discovering secondary explosive devices Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following vehicles is NOT required to be accommodated at the assembly point?

Private security vehicle Signup and view all the answers

What should be done with unusual or unfamiliar items during a search?

Avoid touching or moving them Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Explosive Device Calls Guidelines

Procedures established for safety during incidents involving suspected explosive devices.
Electronic devices must be turned off within one hundred yards of a reported explosive to prevent accidental detonation.

Communication Procedures

Communications Unit alerts callers to turn off electronic devices and gathers critical information, such as location and potential detonation time.
During business hours, Patrol Bureau Office and key personnel are notified; outside business hours, the Duty Officer and Assistant Division Commander are informed.

Response Protocol

Responding members must immediately go to the reported location and communicate the nature of the call to the person in charge.
Evacuation should be done carefully, considering the threat's credibility, structure complexity, evacuation routes, and traffic situations.
Search requests for an Explosive Detection Dog Team (EDD) are made through dispatch, allowing voluntary assistance from representatives of the structure.

Confirmed Device Procedures

If an explosive device is confirmed, members should be aware of potential secondary devices.
A secure assembly point, at least one hundred yards away, needs to accommodate emergency vehicles and be cleared by EDD Team.
The Communications Unit must notify the Bomb and Arson Section, which gains control upon arrival.

Area Evacuation and Communication

Evacuation should prioritize floors above and below the device, enforcing removal if individuals refuse to comply.
Formal communication should be established with a responsible individual at the site for updates.
Once clearance is confirmed, evacuated persons are informed it is safe to re-enter.

Bomb and Arson Section Involvement

Bomb and Arson Section responds specifically to confirmed incidents of explosive devices.
They will coordinate with emergency response teams, ensuring communication with utility companies for immediate assembly point response.
Any incident related to explosives in harmful locations will be documented in Records Management System (RMS).

Mutual Aid Response

The Bomb and Arson Section can assist other agencies approved by a Bureau Commander, emphasizing coordinated emergency response.

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This quiz covers the procedural instruction issued by the Kansas City Missouri Police Department regarding explosive device calls. It outlines the purpose and amendments related to handling such incidents for effective law enforcement.