Emergency Response Unit (ERU)

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What is the primary objective of the Crisis Negotiations Team during an incident?

To gather intelligence on suspects or hostages

To advise the ERU Commander of the status of involved persons throughout the incident

To assist the SWAT team or other involved units as directed to divert, distract, or delay involved persons in order to gain a tactical advantage

All of the above (correct)

When a non-sworn negotiator is required, what must the ERU Commander do?

Both b and c (correct)

Authorize the non-sworn person to participate in the negotiation process

Notify the non-sworn negotiator

Ensure the non-sworn negotiator is properly trained

What is the role of the ERU command officer when a Crisis Negotiator is dispatched to a scene?

To provide tactical support to the Crisis Negotiations Team

To act as a liaison and evaluate the need for additional ERU resources (correct)

To conduct the negotiations

To oversee the entire incident response

Which of the following procedures must the Bomb Response Team follow when transporting an explosive device from the scene?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is the Bomb Response Team required to do after rendering the explosive device safe?

Both a and b Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is true about the Crisis Negotiations Team?

Both a and b Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT listed as a situation where the Emergency Response Unit (ERU) may be utilized?

Traffic control during large public events Signup and view all the answers

According to the procedure, who has the authority to determine whether the circumstances warrant the activation of the SWAT team?

The ERU Commander Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the Emergency Response Unit (ERU) as stated in the policy?

To respond to situations requiring specially trained and equipped police officers Signup and view all the answers

According to the procedure, in what situations would the ERU NOT be utilized?

Situations involving routine traffic stops Signup and view all the answers

What is the process for requesting the activation of the SWAT team, according to the procedure?

Supervisors request authorization from the ERU Commander Signup and view all the answers

Based on the information provided, what can be inferred about the availability of the Emergency Response Unit (ERU)?

The ERU is available 24 hours a day for emergency services Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of the requesting supervisor when the SWAT team is activated?

The requesting supervisor is responsible for notifying the Chief of Police via chain of command. Signup and view all the answers

What is the process if the ERU Commander does not believe the circumstances justify activating the SWAT team?

The requesting supervisor can appeal the decision to their Bureau Deputy Chief, who may override the ERU Commander's decision. Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the ERU Commander when the SWAT team is activated?

The ERU Commander is responsible for providing tactical leadership and command of the SWAT team operations. Signup and view all the answers

What is the protocol for an off-duty Crisis Negotiator who becomes aware of an incident before the ERU Commander?

The off-duty negotiator must contact the ERU Commander to get approval before responding to the scene. Signup and view all the answers

What is the protocol for the Bomb Response Team when responding to a scene?

The Bomb Response Team will establish a minimum 500-foot inner perimeter and prohibit all radio, cellular, and electronic communication within that area. Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of the on-scene ERU command officer when the SWAT team is activated?

The on-scene ERU command officer is responsible for coordinating with the Incident Commander and ensuring their requests are accommodated. Signup and view all the answers

What is the protocol if the Incident Commander disagrees with the ERU Commander or feels they cannot accommodate an ERU request?

The Incident Commander will notify their chain of command of their concerns if they cannot agree with the ERU Commander. Signup and view all the answers

What is the protocol for the SWAT team when they are activated?

The SWAT team will be commanded by the ERU Commander, who will be responsible for the tactical response plan. Signup and view all the answers

What is the process for activating the Crisis Negotiations Team?

The ERU Commander will request that a Crisis Negotiator be dispatched to a designated location when a need for their services exists. Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of the Bomb Response Team when they are dispatched to a scene?

The Bomb Response Team will immediately render the explosive device safe at the scene before allowing any other personnel to approach. Signup and view all the answers