CSIT CLASS Mid term EXAM review

What does OC spray stand for

OC spray stands for oleoresin capsicum. OC is an inflammatory agent that can provide a tactical advantage in situations.

What is the concentration of OC used in corrections ?

.7%

what is the effective range of OC spray ?

1-5 meters or 3-15 feet

What are the 3 things you can do to maintain your OC spray?

1. Ensure you shake the can once a month

2. Test with a1/4 second burst downwind

3. Replace the canister after 4 years.

What are the 3 categories that OC spray effects physiologically?

1. Respiratory System

2. Eyes

3. Skin

What are the three impact factors in Use of Force?

1. Subject Factors

2. Environment Factors

3. Officer factors.

Name some subject factors

- Age, Size, Gender

- Number of subject

-Training

- Level of fitness

- Exhaustion and injuries

-History

- Mental state

- Alcohol or drug impairment

- Weapons?

- Threat cues

What are some environmental factors ?

-Weather

- Time of Day

- Location

- Lighting

- Physical position

Name some officer factors ?

-Age, size, gender

- Number of officers

- Response time for back up

- Training and experience

- Equipment

Name the 5 subject behavioral categories in use of force?

- Cooperative

- Passive Resistor

- Active Resistor

- Assaultive

- Grievous Bodily Harm or Death

Name the 5 officer response options is the use of force

- Officer Presence

- Communication

- Physical Control

- Intermediate Weapons

- Lethal Force

What are the 3 styles of questions ?

-Open

-Close

-Lead

What are the 3 key PSA principles ?

1. Verbal direction

2. Pressure and Counter Pressure

3. Apply suddenly reward compliance

What are the 5 major control principles?

1. Pain Compliance

2. Stunning Techniques

3. Distraction techniques

4. Balance displacement

5. Motor Dysfunction

The average pain compliance should be effective within ?

3 seconds

What is section 47 (1) of the C.I.R ?

**Prohibitions** When punishment may be imposed (Charges)

What is the verbatim definition for Active listening?

Is when you give careful and thoughtful attention and responses to the messages you receive. You ensure that the speaker feels heard and understood.

What are some rapport building strategies

- Start with a less confrontational approach (introducing yourself)

- Be flexible and adaptable

- Exercise patience and empathy

- Show that you take an interest

- Be firm but fair and consistent

- Humanize the individual

What are some benefits of face to face communication

Better interaction, engagement, and understanding.

What are the 4 things you need to know when entering a conversation ?

1. What is my goal ?

2. What do I know

3. What do I need to find out

4. What are the barriers and biases that might exist ?

Tactical considerations in handcuffing are based around what three concepts?

1. Approach to contact

2. Control upon first touch

3. Speed of application

What are the three criteria to determine if an officer can handcuff a subject

- When the subject has committed a crime

- When the subject is an escape risk

- When the subject is a safety hazard

What is the definition of lethal force?

Is force that is reasonably likely to cause serious injury or death.

What are the 5 technical aspects when applying the shoulder pin neck restraint?

-Approach

- Arm placement

- Grip

- Compression

- Take down procedure

Whats level 1 of compression in the shoulder pin theory ?

-Rear neck lock

- No compression

Whats level 2 of compression in the shoulder pin theory ?

-Mechanical compression

- Conscious Compliance

Whats level 3 of compression in the shoulder pin theory ?

-Continued compression

-Subject rendered unconscious

See if you can squint your eye so the image is blurry and fill out the use of force wheel.

What are the 5 tactic factors when using OC spray?

1. Shielding

2. distance

3. movement

4. surprise

5 verbalization

What is section 46 of the CIR

What you can impose as a punishment on an inmate

What are the 3 levels of progressive discipline for inmates

1. Verbal Warning

2. Violation Report

3. Formal Charges

What are ways you can show your actively listening ?

Body language and gestures

Provide acknowledgment

Listen for key words

Give the person time to speak

Paraphrase/clarify or summarize

Provide feedback

Where do CPOs get there authority from ?

CC S. 25 (1)(B)

C.I.R S. 50

What is the objective reasonable test ?

1. Was the officer lawfully placed?

2. Did the officer subjectively believe the amount of force used was reasonable?

3. Would a reasonable person believe the level of force used was reasonable?

What are some communication characteristics

Introduction and greeting

Request or message

Positive close

Tone

Body Language

Eye contact

Clean uniform

Active listening

Explain and Embrace the why

Address clients requests and concerns

Vocabulary

What are the 5 areas of Risk

1. Hands

2. Weapons

3. Friends/Associates

4. Escape Route

5. Environment

What are the 7 tactical principles?

Winning mentality

Cover and concealment

Time: Distance Ratio

One plus one rule

Threat cues

De-escalation

Verbal commands

What are the most common types of resistance ?

-Resistance during handcuffing

-Passive actions

-Escort position resistance

-Assaultive

What are the 4 C's of report writing?

Complete

Concise

Clear

Correct

What are the sources of law?

Statutes and bylaws

Common Law

Constitution

PNS backlash symptoms (Parasympathetic Nervous System)

• Dizziness

• Excessive Bleeding

• Shock

• Exhaustion

• Muscle Tremors

What are the psychological effects of OC spray?

Inward focus on pain

Anxiety

Fear

Panic

Anger

Sense of helplessness

What is the intent of Lethal Force?

The intent of lethal force is never to kill the subject. Rather, the intent is to gain control of the subject while stopping the undesired behavior

What are the 4 methods of communication?

Verbal

Non-verbal

Written

Face to face

What are some psychological contributors to emotions and behaviors ?

Beliefs

Labels

Self- talk statements

What are the 4 situation that are known to activate SNS?

Objective threat perception

Objective fear perception

Physical exhaustion

Startle Response

What are the two categories of pressure points?

Nerve pressure point

Nerve motor point

What are Standard operating procedures (SOP)?

SOP's are Centre specific. They deal with procedures within a Centre which are not security related.

Example: Information and records, staffing and health services

What are the Security Standing Orders (SSO)?

SSO's are Centre specific and will different from Centre to Centre. They outline any issues and procedures dealing with security concerns within a specific Centre.

Example: Emergency codes