SWAT Breaching Techniques Quiz

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Who is responsible for conducting energetic breaching operations?

Any SWAT team member

Certified SWAT Team Breachers (correct)

Military personnel

Police officers

What is the goal of an energetic breach?

To negotiate with hostages

To gain entry into a structure (correct)

To intimidate suspects

To cause destruction

What factors are considered when deciding to use energetic breaching?

Weather conditions

Availability of equipment

Time of day

Risk factors and intelligence (correct)

What is the difference between explosive and ballistic breaching?

Explosive breaching uses a shotgun Signup and view all the answers

What is thermal breaching?

Breaching with exothermic cutting rods Signup and view all the answers

Who is a breacher?

A SWAT Team member who is a certified explosives handler Signup and view all the answers

What training is required for breachers?

A formal explosive handlers/breachers course Signup and view all the answers

Who authorizes the deployment of explosive breaching?

The Incident Commander Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of proper planning in explosive breaching?

It minimizes the risk of injury or death Signup and view all the answers

What is the goal of an energetic breach?

To gain entry into a structure Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between explosive and ballistic breaching?

Explosive breaching uses explosives while ballistic breaching uses a shotgun Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for analyzing the target and determining the type and amount of explosive material required for a breach?

The Breacher Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the two-person verification when loading breaching shotguns?

To ensure the proper breaching round is loaded Signup and view all the answers

Who has final approval for explosive breaching deployment?

The Incident Commander Signup and view all the answers

What should be considered when determining the minimum stacking distance (MSD) for explosive breaching?

The mission Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances will explosive breaching not be used?

If unstable chemicals or incendiary materials are present Signup and view all the answers

What should be the top priority when using explosive breaching?

The safety of occupants/victims and team members Signup and view all the answers

What is required before conducting any explosive operations?

Attending a formal explosive handlers/breachers course designed for law enforcement applications Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Guidelines for Energetic Breaching Operations by SWAT Teams

Energetic breaching operations are conducted by certified SWAT Team Breachers who are specially trained in the application of explosives or ballistic shotguns to defeat locked doors and other lockable devices.
The goal of an energetic breach is to defeat barricades and aid in the entry of a crisis point to ensure a safer and more successful resolution of high-risk incidents such as hostage rescues, armed barricaded suspects, and high-risk warrant service.
Risk factors and intelligence mentioned in the SWAT Utilization/Risk Assessment Matrix, High Risk Incident Checklist, Special Operations Plan, or real-time intelligence are considered when making the decision to utilize Energetic Breaching during SWAT missions.
Explosive Breach is the application of explosive materials to defeat barricades and gain entry into a structure, and ballistic breaching consists of firing a 12-gauge breaching shotgun round at vulnerable parts of a door to rapidly gain entry into the objective or crisis site.
Thermal Breaching uses exothermic cutting rods to cut, gouge or pierce metal, and a Breacher is a SWAT Team member who is a certified explosives handler trained in the construction, placement, and initiation of explosive breaching devices.
A breacher must analyze the target and understand the type of charge and the amount of explosive material required to conduct an effective and safe breach.
All breachers must attend a formal explosive handlers/breachers course designed for law enforcement applications before conducting any explosive operations.
The SWAT Team has 12-gauge breaching rounds available for forced entry breaching through locked doors and to defeat other lockable devices to gain entry.
Authorization for explosive breaching deployment shall be at the discretion of the SWAT Team Commander or designee with final approval of the Incident Commander.
The loading of the breaching shotguns is to be done during the operation planning phase of a mission, and the “two-person verification” will be practiced ensuring the proper breaching round is loaded.
Breachers shall maintain explosives in compliance with the rules and regulations mandated by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF).
An annual inventory of all explosives will be conducted, properly documented, and sent to the Staff Services Section, and a weekly check of all the explosive magazines will be conducted and documented in a master logbook.Guidelines for Explosive Breaching Techniques
Explosive breaching can be authorized by a command or a breacher.
After the detonation, the S.W.A.T Team will continue with their tactical plan.
Minimum stacking distance (MSD) should be considered based on the mission.
Proper shielding such as shields, breachers blanket, or natural threshold of door and corners should be used.
The charge used and the intended fortified target should also be considered.
Breaching techniques are useful but should be used with caution.
The construction of barricades is unknown in some situations.
The location and medical condition of occupants/victims are unknown in some situations.
Explosive breaching will not be used if unstable chemicals or incendiary materials are present.
Mechanical breaching techniques will be used instead if effective and safe.
The safety of occupants/victims and team members should be a top priority.
The use of explosive breaching requires careful planning and execution.

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Test your knowledge on the guidelines for energetic breaching operations by SWAT teams with this informative quiz. Learn about the different types of breaching techniques, the risk factors and intelligence considered before utilizing energetic breaching, and the importance of safety for both team members and occupants/victims. This quiz is perfect for SWAT team members, law enforcement officials, or anyone interested in understanding the tactics used in high-risk situations.