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Defense Technology utilizes which standard to measure the heat level of their pepper sprays?
Defense Technology utilizes which standard to measure the heat level of their pepper sprays?
- Capsaicinoid Concentration Factor (CCF)
- Scoville Heat Units (SHUs) (correct)
- Percent of Major Capsaicinoid (MC%)
- Amount of OC, i.e. 5% or 10%
In the context of OC aerosol projectors, what is a key advantage of the First Defense 360?
In the context of OC aerosol projectors, what is a key advantage of the First Defense 360?
- Extended range capabilities
- Adjustable pressure settings
- Any angle orientation (correct)
- Variable stream patterns
What is the most accurate term for formulations that combine CS and OC?
What is the most accurate term for formulations that combine CS and OC?
- Synthetic
- Oil-based
- Blended (correct)
- Carriers
OC is most commonly categorized as what type of agent?
OC is most commonly categorized as what type of agent?
Of the options below, which describes a primary psychological effect commonly observed after OC exposure?
Of the options below, which describes a primary psychological effect commonly observed after OC exposure?
Flashcards
What are Scoville Heat Units (SHUs)?
What are Scoville Heat Units (SHUs)?
A tool used to measure the heat or pungency of pepper sprays.
Features of First Defense 360
Features of First Defense 360
Orientation at any angle, deploying a stream, and having a compressed air/barrier separation system.
OC Classification
OC Classification
An agent that causes temporary discomfort or irritation to the skin, eyes and respiratory system.
Psychological effects of OC
Psychological effects of OC
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Physiological effects of OC exposure
Physiological effects of OC exposure
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Study Notes
OC Instructor Exam Notes
- Defense Technology uses Scoville Heat Units (SHUs) to measure the pungency/heat of pepper sprays.
- First Defense 360 features any angle orientation, compressed air/barrier separation, and stream delivery.
- Formulations that combine CS and OC are referred to as blended.
- OC is often classified as an irritant agent.
- Psychological effects of OC include anxiety, fear, and panic.
- Independent testing in OC manufacture ensures no "secret ingredients," easy documentation, and protects against liability.
- A suspect exposed to OC could have a delayed reaction, cease active aggression, or raise hands.
- In most cases, the primary target area when deploying OC is the eyes.
- During OC decontamination, do not have the subject rub his eyes, apply salves/lotions/creams, or apply soap/shampoo to the eyes.
- Good methods to prepare students for real-world OC applications are conducting scenario-based training, practicing deployments with inert projectors, and incorporating transition drills from OC to other means of force/control.
- OC exposure causes involuntary eye closure, pain and a burning sensation, and/or shortness of breath.
- Reasons OC may appear ineffective include the target area not being acquired, unrealistic expectations, or the suspect having a high pain threshold.
- Having an EDW-safe OC formulation is important when an EDW may be used in conjunction with OC deployment.
- OC remains a valuable less lethal tool because it's small, safe, inexpensive, usable in various tactical environments and provides numerous tactical advantages.
- The most effective OC decontamination step is removing the person from the contaminated area.
- Important considerations for an agency's OC policy: specifying authorized OC products, designating who can use OC, and identifying permissible use circumstances.
- OC effectiveness, per the California DOJ study, is 87%.
- The First Defense "live" formulation that is not EDW safe is 1.3% foam.
- Defense Technology's only OC canister with a 2-year warranty is MK46.
- Seek immediate medical attention if a person exposed to OC displays signs of itching, hives, difficulty in swallowing, or facial swelling.
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