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What is the first action a person in custody requiring medical attention should receive?
What is the first action a person in custody requiring medical attention should receive?
- Perform CPR if applicable (correct)
- Notify the Officer in Charge
- Transport to the nearest hospital
- Comply with Procedure 03 06
Which information is NOT required to be conveyed to the Officer in Charge?
Which information is NOT required to be conveyed to the Officer in Charge?
- Known or suspected suicidal tendencies
- The person's clothing size (correct)
- Serious medical conditions
- Impairment due to alcohol or drugs
What must be done if a person in custody shows signs of emotional disturbance?
What must be done if a person in custody shows signs of emotional disturbance?
- Read the posted TPS 191 to them
- Transport them immediately to a psychiatric facility
- Ignore it if they are cooperating
- Advise the Officer in Charge about it (correct)
When is it appropriate to request the attendance of Toronto Paramedic Services?
When is it appropriate to request the attendance of Toronto Paramedic Services?
What should NOT be included in the notification to the Officer in Charge?
What should NOT be included in the notification to the Officer in Charge?
What is the purpose of complying with Procedure 01 02?
What is the purpose of complying with Procedure 01 02?
Which of these is essential to do upon arrival at a police station?
Which of these is essential to do upon arrival at a police station?
What should be done with a person's personal property upon arrival at the station?
What should be done with a person's personal property upon arrival at the station?
What is the maximum target time interval between physical cell checks for detained persons?
What is the maximum target time interval between physical cell checks for detained persons?
What should be done with a cell that has been vacated before another individual is lodged in it?
What should be done with a cell that has been vacated before another individual is lodged in it?
How frequently should intoxicated individuals be awakened if circumstances require?
How frequently should intoxicated individuals be awakened if circumstances require?
What should be verified when a person in custody requests access to prescribed medication?
What should be verified when a person in custody requests access to prescribed medication?
What action should be taken if there is a discrepancy between the patient's name and the medication label?
What action should be taken if there is a discrepancy between the patient's name and the medication label?
Which screen should record access to prescribed medication?
Which screen should record access to prescribed medication?
What must be done if the medication container label is not legible?
What must be done if the medication container label is not legible?
What should an officer do if they notice that the expiry date on a medication label has passed?
What should an officer do if they notice that the expiry date on a medication label has passed?
What is the primary reason for conducting a search upon arrest according to the guidelines?
What is the primary reason for conducting a search upon arrest according to the guidelines?
Which of the following factors is NOT considered when evaluating the type of search to be conducted?
Which of the following factors is NOT considered when evaluating the type of search to be conducted?
Under what condition must a strip search be conducted following a lawful arrest?
Under what condition must a strip search be conducted following a lawful arrest?
What is the difference between a strip search and a frisk search according to the policy?
What is the difference between a strip search and a frisk search according to the policy?
Which of the following is NOT a reason a police officer may search an individual upon arrest?
Which of the following is NOT a reason a police officer may search an individual upon arrest?
What decision did the Supreme Court of Canada make in the case of R.v.Golden concerning strip searches?
What decision did the Supreme Court of Canada make in the case of R.v.Golden concerning strip searches?
What is the primary role of the Officer in Charge regarding searches?
What is the primary role of the Officer in Charge regarding searches?
When a frisk search is deemed necessary, which factor is it based on?
When a frisk search is deemed necessary, which factor is it based on?
What should be recorded in the memorandum book concerning individuals in custody with disabilities?
What should be recorded in the memorandum book concerning individuals in custody with disabilities?
How should assessments regarding assistive devices be made for individuals in custody?
How should assessments regarding assistive devices be made for individuals in custody?
What factors must be considered when assessing if a person in custody can keep their assistive device?
What factors must be considered when assessing if a person in custody can keep their assistive device?
When a person in custody cannot be accommodated with their assistive device, what should be documented?
When a person in custody cannot be accommodated with their assistive device, what should be documented?
What action should be taken if a person in custody is accompanied by a guide dog?
What action should be taken if a person in custody is accompanied by a guide dog?
In what manner should the retention of gender-affirming personal items be assessed?
In what manner should the retention of gender-affirming personal items be assessed?
What comprises the accommodation options that must be considered for individuals in custody?
What comprises the accommodation options that must be considered for individuals in custody?
What is the requirement for documenting the assessment of a person in custody regarding their assistive devices?
What is the requirement for documenting the assessment of a person in custody regarding their assistive devices?
What must be done if a person in custody exhibits violent behavior or threatens suicide?
What must be done if a person in custody exhibits violent behavior or threatens suicide?
Which piece of information regarding a person in custody is NOT specifically mentioned as pertinent to report to the Officer in Charge?
Which piece of information regarding a person in custody is NOT specifically mentioned as pertinent to report to the Officer in Charge?
What should a person do when leaving or returning to a detention facility with someone in custody?
What should a person do when leaving or returning to a detention facility with someone in custody?
When should the information regarding a person in custody who provided a false name be updated?
When should the information regarding a person in custody who provided a false name be updated?
Which of the following should NOT be included as pertinent information when advising the Officer in Charge about a person in custody?
Which of the following should NOT be included as pertinent information when advising the Officer in Charge about a person in custody?
Study Notes
Search Protocols Upon Arrest
- Police officers may search for weapons, items that could cause injury (including drugs and alcohol), escape aids, and evidence during an arrest.
- Individuals brought to a police facility under arrest will undergo a search for safety reasons.
- Officers must evaluate individual circumstances to determine the appropriate search type, prioritizing the safety of individuals and officers.
Strip Searches
- The Supreme Court of Canada’s decision in R.v.Golden established restrictions on police strip searches after a lawful arrest.
- A risk assessment must be conducted to determine if there are reasonable grounds for a strip search; if not, a frisk search may be conducted instead.
Medical Attention and Safety Protocols
- Officers must provide first aid or CPR when necessary and, if qualified, transport the person to the hospital or call paramedics.
- Upon arrival at a police station, officers must escort the arrested individual and report pertinent information to the Officer in Charge, including medical conditions and safety concerns.
Documentation of Behavior and Conditions
- When individuals exhibit violent behavior or suicidal tendencies, a caution flag should be added to their Master Name Index and Criminal Numerical Index files.
- Update records immediately if a person in custody provides false identification.
Conditions and Care in Custody
- Officers are responsible for checking on inmates' conditions every 30 minutes.
- Intoxicated individuals should be awakened at least every four hours to monitor their condition.
- Requirements for meal provisions must adhere to departmental procedures.
Equipment and Personal Items
- Officers must inspect police cells for contraband and property after use before lodging another individual.
- Requests for prescribed medications from individuals must be carefully inspected to ensure compliance with safety protocols before dispensing.
Support for Individuals with Disabilities
- Assessments regarding the possession of assistive devices for individuals with disabilities must consider risk factors and possible accommodation options.
- Similar assessments apply for gender-affirming personal items, ensuring respectful consideration is given on a case-by-case basis.
Guide Dogs and Gender-Affirming Items
- A guide dog accompanying a person in custody must be treated according to established procedures.
- Assess whether gender-affirming items or prosthetics can be kept during custody while considering safety and risk factors.
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Explore the legal framework surrounding police searches during arrests. This quiz covers topics such as what items can be searched for, the rationale behind these regulations, and relevant case law. Test your knowledge of safety protocols during police arrests.
