Officer's Responsibilities

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According to the guidelines for officers encountering suspected fentanyl, which of the following personal protective equipment (PPE) is recommended?

  • Cotton gloves
  • Vinyl gloves
  • No gloves are necessary
  • Nitrile or latex gloves (correct)

What action should officers take if they encounter a sealed container suspected to be fentanyl?

  • Open the container to confirm the substance
  • Avoid opening the container and describe the substance on the Property or Combined Evidence Report (correct)
  • Open the container and perform a preliminary NARK II testing
  • Open the container and package the substance without agitating it

What should officers do with the collected and packaged materials after booking the evidence?

  • Secure them in the trunk or rear cargo area of the officer's vehicle (correct)
  • Keep them in the officer's pocket
  • Hand them over to the suspect
  • Leave them in the booking area

According to the text, when should the involved officers immediately exit and secure the location?

<p>If the material has breached its container and needs to be collected for evidence (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who should be notified if a Department vehicle is believed to be contaminated with fentanyl or one of its analogues?

<p>Hazardous Materials Unit (HMU) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who has primary investigative responsibility for handling the investigation at the scene if the incident involves Fentanyl manufacturing (clandestine lab), distribution/storage facility, or a pill milling operation?

<p>Gang and Narcotics Division (GND) Clandestine Lab Squad (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should Department personnel do if they have been exposed to fentanyl, its analogues, or any other hazardous material?

<p>Complete the appropriate exposure report (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the text, what should a Department supervisor do when responding to an incident involving a substance suspected of being fentanyl or a fentanyl analog outside of a secure container or package?

<p>Notify the Watch Commander and ensure that any exposed employees complete an Employee's Report documenting the exposure. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of the Watch Commander when an officer has encountered materials suspected of being fentanyl or a fentanyl analog?

<p>Forwarding the Property or Combined Evidence Report and related documents to the appropriate investigative entity. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of an Employee's Report (Form 15.70.00) in the context of an incident involving a substance suspected of being fentanyl or a fentanyl analog?

<p>To document the exposure of any exposed employees and include related information provided by HMU personnel. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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