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  1. A caller reports a person with a weapon threatening others. Which detail should the operator obtain as the HIGHEST priority after location?

    Answer: The weapon description and suspect's physical description

    Weapon type and suspect description help officers prepare a safe tactical response before arriving on scene.

  2. When performing pre-arrival CPR instructions, the 911 operator instructs the bystander to push hard and fast in the CENTER of the chest. The recommended rate is approximately:

    Answer: 100–120 compressions per minute

    Current AHA guidelines recommend chest compressions at a rate of 100–120 per minute for adult CPR.

  3. A caller reports a gas leak inside a building. Which instruction should the operator NOT give the caller?

    Answer: Call the gas company from inside the building

    Using a phone inside a gas-filled building can create a spark and ignite the gas; calls should be made from outside.

  4. What is the purpose of a 'silent call' protocol in a 911 center?

    Answer: To manage calls where the caller cannot speak but may signal distress

    Silent call protocols use tones, button presses, or yes/no questions to identify emergencies when callers cannot speak safely.

  5. Which of the following is a key reason 911 operators are trained NOT to give personal opinions or legal advice?

    Answer: It can create liability and may mislead callers in urgent situations

    Providing personal opinions or legal guidance can expose the agency to liability and may give callers incorrect information that affects their safety.

  6. An operator receives a 911 call where only background noise is audible. The BEST course of action is to:

    Answer: Listen for clues, attempt to communicate, and dispatch if distress is suspected

    Background noise may indicate a distress situation; operators should actively listen and dispatch based on their professional judgment.

  7. What is the role of a Quality Assurance (QA) review process in a 911 communications center?

    Answer: To evaluate call handling for accuracy, protocol compliance, and training opportunities

    QA reviews help identify strengths and gaps in call handling to improve dispatcher performance and public safety outcomes.