Questions and Answers
What is the primary goal of the Tulsa Police Department and Tulsa Fire Department during an Active Assailant incident?
What triggers the enactment of Active Assailant protocols?
Which teams are automatically notified by Public Safety Communications during an Active Assailant incident?
What is the first responsibility of the first officers to arrive on the scene of an Active Assailant incident?
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How does Public Safety Communications ensure constant radio communication during an initial response?
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Which of the following environments is considered a 'target rich environment' in an Active Shooter scenario?
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What is the purpose of the contact team?
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What role does the initial Incident commander play during an Active Assailant incident?
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What is the primary responsibility of officers when responding to an incident involving a suspect?
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What should an officer do if they need to take immediate tactical action during an incident?
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Who can assume the role of Incident Commander (IC) at the scene of an incident?
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What can the contact team do if they believe they are faced with a situation involving the imminent loss of life?
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What happens if no officer on the scene assumes command?
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How should the Incident Commander identify themselves upon assuming command?
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What role does the Public Safety Communications(PSC) play in the command structure?
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What should first arriving officers communicate at the beginning of an incident?
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What is the primary responsibility of the Search Team Leader (STL) during an emergency response?
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Which frequency is primarily monitored by the Assistant Team Leader (ASTL)?
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What tools may a Breaching Officer use to enter a structure?
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What is a key action of the Incident Commander (IC) in relation to Unified Command (UC)?
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When can other agencies other than TPD,TFD or EMSA join Unified Command (UC)?
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How is the Main frequency utilized in the structure operations?
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Which role is NOT explicitly mentioned as part of the Search Team composition?
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What special consideration must be taken by the Breaching Officer in their role?
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Study Notes
Active Shooter Tactical Guidelines
- Active Assailant incidents require rapid, coordinated responses to minimize injury and loss of life.
- The Tulsa Police and Fire Departments prioritize safe apprehension while protecting victims, officers, and suspects.
- Activation occurs upon multiple calls to Public Safety Communications (PSC) from a location indicating an active assailant.
- Types of incidents include armed suspects, hostage situations, and critical emergencies in target-rich environments (e.g., schools, malls).
Communication Protocols
- PSC initiates Active Assailant protocols and automatically alerts specialized teams (Bomb Squad, Incident Management Team, Special Operations Team, Public Information Officer).
- The main radio frequency is designated as "Tactical Frequency" until on-scene personnel advise otherwise, ensuring uninterrupted communication with minimal radio changes required.
- Additional tactical frequencies may be dedicated as needed.
First Responding Officers/Contact Team
- First responders assume the role of Incident Commander, making quick assessments and communicating vital information to manage the situation.
- Officers should not act independently but instead control and contain until specialized teams arrive.
- Officers are authorized to take urgent action to save lives if imminent danger is present.
- Command is passed to another officer when immediate actions are deemed necessary, with specific identification and route communicated via radio.
Incident Commander (IC) Responsibilities
- The second arriving law enforcement personnel establishes Command Post (CP) and Unified Command (UC) for the incident.
- The IC must identify themselves and their location to ensure effective coordination among all responders.
- If command is unclaimed, PSC prompts for the identity of the person taking command.
Unified Command Structure
- Unified Command includes Tulsa Police Department (TPD), Tulsa Fire Department (TFD), and Emergency Medical Services Authority (EMSA).
- The IC assigns personnel to monitor various frequencies:
- Interior Tactical Frequency for Contact Team.
- Interior frequency for Search Team communications.
- Exterior frequency for operations outside the structure.
Search Team Composition
- The Search Team (ST) is led by a Team Leader (STL) to coordinate with the Contact Team.
- The Assistant Team Leader (ASTL) manages the Interior frequency for updates on occupant conditions and potential threats.
- A Breaching Officer may be designated for entry, equipped with various tools, while exercising caution to avoid harm to civilians within the structure.
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Description
This quiz covers the Emergency Operating Guidelines for Active Shooter incidents as outlined by the Tulsa Fire Department. It focuses on tactical responses to armed and barricaded situations, hostage scenarios, and critical incidents, providing an understanding of best practices and resources to consider during such emergencies.