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What is the primary factor that influences the decision to initiate a suspect apprehension pursuit?
What is the primary factor that influences the decision to initiate a suspect apprehension pursuit?
- The pursuit officer's prior experience
- The visibility conditions during the pursuit
- The public safety considerations (correct)
- The speed of the fleeing vehicle
In which situation should a police officer consider abandoning a pursuit?
In which situation should a police officer consider abandoning a pursuit?
- If the pursuit exceeds a distance of 10 miles
- When the suspect appears to have a weapon
- When the risk to public safety outweighs the pursuit's benefits (correct)
- If the fleeing vehicle is identified
What requirement is mandated regarding the Pursuit Supervisor during a chase?
What requirement is mandated regarding the Pursuit Supervisor during a chase?
- They are responsible for apprehending the suspect
- Their presence is optional for monitoring the chase
- They must initiate the pursuit
- They must be notified of the pursuit's initiation (correct)
How should a police officer evaluate the need to pursue a suspect in a fleeing vehicle?
How should a police officer evaluate the need to pursue a suspect in a fleeing vehicle?
What is a key factor that may change during a pursuit, necessitating ongoing assessment?
What is a key factor that may change during a pursuit, necessitating ongoing assessment?
What does the content indicate about the decision whether to initiate a pursuit?
What does the content indicate about the decision whether to initiate a pursuit?
What situation does not breach the police code of conduct?
What situation does not breach the police code of conduct?
What is the designated status of a suspect apprehension pursuit according to the content?
What is the designated status of a suspect apprehension pursuit according to the content?
What must a police officer possess before initiating a pursuit for a criminal offence?
What must a police officer possess before initiating a pursuit for a criminal offence?
Which of the following statements regarding non-criminal offence pursuits is correct?
Which of the following statements regarding non-criminal offence pursuits is correct?
In which scenario is a police officer in an unmarked vehicle allowed to engage in a pursuit?
In which scenario is a police officer in an unmarked vehicle allowed to engage in a pursuit?
What is the recommended method for police officers to follow during a pursuit?
What is the recommended method for police officers to follow during a pursuit?
What is a key factor that officers must continually assess during a pursuit?
What is a key factor that officers must continually assess during a pursuit?
Which restriction is placed on motorcycle and all-terrain vehicle operators during pursuits?
Which restriction is placed on motorcycle and all-terrain vehicle operators during pursuits?
What is not a justified reason for discharging a firearm at a motor vehicle?
What is not a justified reason for discharging a firearm at a motor vehicle?
Which factor should not be a consideration during a pursuit?
Which factor should not be a consideration during a pursuit?
What must a police officer do immediately upon the arrival of a marked motor vehicle during a pursuit?
What must a police officer do immediately upon the arrival of a marked motor vehicle during a pursuit?
Which method is prohibited during a police pursuit?
Which method is prohibited during a police pursuit?
Under which circumstance should a police officer abandon the pursuit?
Under which circumstance should a police officer abandon the pursuit?
What should officers consider as an alternative to initiating a pursuit?
What should officers consider as an alternative to initiating a pursuit?
What is a primary responsibility of the Communications Operator during a pursuit?
What is a primary responsibility of the Communications Operator during a pursuit?
Which element is considered when determining the nature of a pursuit?
Which element is considered when determining the nature of a pursuit?
Which action is required at the conclusion of a pursuit?
Which action is required at the conclusion of a pursuit?
Under which circumstance may roadblocks be authorized during a pursuit?
Under which circumstance may roadblocks be authorized during a pursuit?
What defines 'Abandon Pursuit' in the context of police procedures?
What defines 'Abandon Pursuit' in the context of police procedures?
Which statement regarding the responsibility for safe conduct during a pursuit is true?
Which statement regarding the responsibility for safe conduct during a pursuit is true?
What is the primary purpose of strategic pursuing during a police chase?
What is the primary purpose of strategic pursuing during a police chase?
What should a pursuit supervisor do if the risk to public safety outweighs the need for apprehension?
What should a pursuit supervisor do if the risk to public safety outweighs the need for apprehension?
What is a consequence of discharging a firearm at a moving vehicle?
What is a consequence of discharging a firearm at a moving vehicle?
Under what condition may police officers intentionally make physical contact with a fleeing vehicle?
Under what condition may police officers intentionally make physical contact with a fleeing vehicle?
What must the pursuing officer communicate upon abandoning a pursuit?
What must the pursuing officer communicate upon abandoning a pursuit?
What action must police officers take when a pursuit is abandoned?
What action must police officers take when a pursuit is abandoned?
What is NOT a responsibility of the Pursuit Supervisor during a police pursuit?
What is NOT a responsibility of the Pursuit Supervisor during a police pursuit?
In what scenario should police officers consider using a pinning maneuver?
In what scenario should police officers consider using a pinning maneuver?
Which scenario requires the police officer to immediately stop the pursuit?
Which scenario requires the police officer to immediately stop the pursuit?
What does the TPS 348 report require following a police pursuit?
What does the TPS 348 report require following a police pursuit?
What should be communicated to the Communications Operator when entering a pursuit?
What should be communicated to the Communications Operator when entering a pursuit?
When can police officers activate their emergency equipment during a pursuit?
When can police officers activate their emergency equipment during a pursuit?
What type of vehicles are classified as unmarked police vehicles in relation to pursuits?
What type of vehicles are classified as unmarked police vehicles in relation to pursuits?
What must a police officer do if a fleeing vehicle refuses to stop but a pursuit is not initiated?
What must a police officer do if a fleeing vehicle refuses to stop but a pursuit is not initiated?
What factors should a Road Supervisory Officer consider when monitoring a pursuit?
What factors should a Road Supervisory Officer consider when monitoring a pursuit?
What does the term 'Suspect Apprehension Pursuit' indicate?
What does the term 'Suspect Apprehension Pursuit' indicate?
What is a key factor that police officers must continuously assess during a pursuit?
What is a key factor that police officers must continuously assess during a pursuit?
Why is imposing contact with fleeing vehicles discouraged at higher speeds?
Why is imposing contact with fleeing vehicles discouraged at higher speeds?
Which maneuver should not be used against large trucks or buses?
Which maneuver should not be used against large trucks or buses?
What is the primary objective of rolling block and stationary road block techniques?
What is the primary objective of rolling block and stationary road block techniques?
Which of the following is not a consideration for using tire deflation devices?
Which of the following is not a consideration for using tire deflation devices?
Which factor does not need to be documented in the TPS 348 report following a pursuit?
Which factor does not need to be documented in the TPS 348 report following a pursuit?
Study Notes
Rationale for Pursuit Regulation
- Officers must weigh the immediate need to apprehend a fleeing individual against potential risks to public safety before initiating a pursuit.
- Public safety is the primary consideration in every decision regarding pursuits and must be continually evaluated.
- Pursuit should be a last-resort option, pursued only when alternatives are deemed inadequate.
Supervision Requirements
- Mandatory attendance of a Pursuit Supervisor is required to monitor pursuits.
- Notification to a Pursuit Supervisor upon initiation of a chase is obligatory.
Public Safety Considerations
- Public safety must be prioritized in decisions to initiate, continue, or abandon pursuits.
- Factors such as the nature of the offense, any potential risks from the occupants, and surrounding environments must be continuously assessed.
- Officers are not in breach of conduct if they determine that public safety risks outweigh the need for immediate apprehension.
Criminal vs. Non-Criminal Offences
- Pursuits may commence if the officer has reasonable grounds to believe a criminal offense has occurred or is imminent.
- Non-criminal offences do not justify pursuit if the identities of individuals in the vehicle are known; pursuits must cease once the vehicle or occupants are identified.
Responsibility for Safe Conduct
- Individual responsibility for safety rests with the officer involved, Communications Operator, and Pursuit Supervisor.
- Automated Vehicle Location System (AVLS) enhances officer safety by tracking vehicle location and speed via GPS.
Factors for Pursuits Assessment
- Considerations include offense severity, occupant information (armament, criminal background), environmental conditions, traffic presence, time of day, and vehicle operation manner.
Pursuit Engagement Restrictions
- Officers in unmarked vehicles cannot engage in pursuits unless marked vehicles are unavailable and immediate apprehension is necessary.
- Motorcycles and ATVs are prohibited from engaging in pursuits. Only two police vehicles may participate unless authorized otherwise.
Firearms Policy During Pursuits
- Discharging firearms at fleeing vehicles is prohibited as it poses hazards to officers and the public, except in cases of immediate threat to life.
Alternatives to Pursuit
- Officers should consider options such as strategic following, follow-up investigations, and the use of tire deflation devices before pursuing.
Pursuit Termination Methods
- Methods include strategic pursuing, abandonment, and deployment of tire deflation devices.
- Physical contact with a fleeing vehicle is permissible if it is necessary to prevent serious harm.
Reporting Procedures Post-Pursuit
- Officers must complete specific reports (TPS 348, TPS 227, applicable eReports) following every pursuit, detailing reasons for initiation, continuation, and public safety risks encountered.
Inter-Agency Pursuit Coordination
- The initiating jurisdiction’s supervisor maintains control until the pursuit transitions to another police service.
- Co-ordination is required for joint reports covering multiple jurisdictions.
Officer Actions When Pursuing
- Communications Operators must be informed of refusal to stop, and public safety assessments must be reported continuously during pursuits.
- Officers must activate emergency lights and camera systems and should not adjust equipment while actively pursuing.
Pursuit Supervisor Responsibilities
- Supervisors oversee pursuits, can authorize additional police involvement, and must ensure compliance with pursuit procedures.
Conclusion and Definitions
- Key definitions such as "Abandon Pursuit" and "Suspect Apprehension Pursuit" are established to clarify the procedure framework.
- Understanding these terms is crucial for adhering to protocols regarding traffic and suspect apprehension processes.
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This quiz covers the rationale behind pursuit regulations, focusing on the balance between apprehending fleeing individuals and ensuring public safety. It emphasizes the necessity of a Pursuit Supervisor and the evaluation of risks in pursuit decisions. Test your knowledge on the principles guiding law enforcement during high-speed chases.
