Sniper Fire Safety Quiz

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What is the Field Force System designed for?

To provide security at public events
To respond to civil disorder and crowd control situations (correct)
To conduct undercover investigations
To provide medical assistance during emergencies

What is the basic element of the mobile Field Force?

The lieutenant
The platoon
The sergeant
The squad (correct)

What are the duties and responsibilities of the Field Force?

To provide security at public events
To provide medical assistance during emergencies
To conduct undercover investigations
To control or disperse unruly crowds (correct)

How many police officers are in each squad?

Seven (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of squad sergeants according to the text?

To report to the Field Force commander (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the prisoner transport vehicle mentioned in the text?

To transport prisoners and provide their security (C) Signup and view all the answers

What equipment is mandatory for each officer according to the text?

Body armor (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of one long blast from the Field Force commander's whistle or air horn?

To signal that all Field Force movement stops (C) Signup and view all the answers

Who is authorized to use less lethal weapons?

Supervisors and officers specifically trained in the use of less lethal weapons (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a perimeter in the context of the Field Force?

To isolate buildings and areas (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the best protection from gunfire for Field Force personnel?

The engine block of a vehicle (C) Signup and view all the answers

What information must be included in the initial processing of a prisoner?

Prisoner's name and date of birth (A) Signup and view all the answers

What happens to a prisoner who is not authorized for release after processing?

They will be released to the St. Lucie County Sheriff's Office for confinement and further disposition (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of arresting and transport squads after completing the initial processing of a prisoner?

They must report back to their assigned supervisor (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended tactic for easy crowd control?

Using simple formations (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using vehicle lights during all vehicle movements?

To make the convoy more visible (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the protocol for using the radio among Field Force personnel?

Officers should only use the radio for emergencies or if squad leaders are unaware (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does the commander do when the Field Force needs to change lanes in the presence of civilian traffic?

The commander will advise the trailing unit to block the flow of civilian traffic (D) Signup and view all the answers

How many radios are required per squad?

Two (2) (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended type of footwear for Field Force personnel?

Over the ankle style boots (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a Field Force roster?

To provide a list of personnel and units (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is required for the commander to request a dedicated radio frequency?

A request to Dispatch and/or the command post (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Arrest/Rescue Formation?

To secure an area or crowd and remove demonstrators from the crowd in stages (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended progression of force for crowd dispersal assignments?

Show of force, verbal persuasion, physical force, impact weapons, deadly force (D) Signup and view all the answers

What should the A/R Squad do if the subject(s) they are trying to apprehend cannot be caught quickly?

Return behind the line until another opportunity presents itself (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the sergeant in the Crowd Movement Formation?

To stand directly behind the squad (C) Signup and view all the answers

What should squads do if they encounter sniper fire during a Field Force response?

Attempt to stay together and take immediate cover, identify sniper's location, and inform the Field Force Commander of squad's status (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Field Force response?

To deal with civil disturbances without the planned use of deadly force (C) Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances should deadly force be used during a Field Force response?

To protect lives in immediate danger (B) Signup and view all the answers

What factors should be considered when determining the processing area for arrests during a Field Force response?

All of the above (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step the Field Force Commander takes when issuing a dispersal order to a crowd?

Declare the assembly unlawful and command the crowd to disperse (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended action for the police authorities before initiating an offensive movement to disperse a crowd?

Warn the crowd and provide adequate time to disperse (C) Signup and view all the answers

When is the chemical agent specialist responsible for dispersing chemical agents?

At the end of one (1) minute after the warning is issued (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended progression for offensive movement to disperse a crowd?

Walk slowly in formation toward the crowd, then use batons to tap on the edge of protective shields in cadence (B) Signup and view all the answers