BSCC Use of Force Principles Questions and Answers 2

Question 1

What standard does BSCC apply when evaluating whether force was justified?

Accepted Answer

Force must be objectively reasonable under the totality of circumstances

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Any force is automatically justified

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Only justified if the inmate committed a felony

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Only the officer's belief matters

Question 2

What is the use-of-force continuum and how does it guide officers?

Accepted Answer

A framework arranging force options from least to most intrusive, requiring minimum necessary force

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A ranking of weapons

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A mandatory sequence to follow exactly

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A physical fitness scale

Question 3

Under what circumstances may deadly force be used in corrections?

Accepted Answer

Only when there is imminent threat of death or serious bodily harm, or to prevent escape involving serious public safety threat

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Whenever an officer feels threatened

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To prevent any property damage

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Deadly force is never authorized

Question 4

What must an officer do immediately after a use-of-force incident?

Accepted Answer

Ensure medical attention, secure the scene, notify supervisors, separate involved parties, and begin documentation

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Nothing special

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Discuss with other officers to align accounts

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Wait until next shift to report

Question 5

What role does less-lethal force equipment like OC spray play in the continuum?

Accepted Answer

It provides intermediate alternatives that reduce injury risk compared to physical confrontation

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OC spray is classified as deadly force

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OC spray needs no documentation

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Less-lethal equipment has been banned

Question 6

What is 'positional asphyxia' and why is it a critical concern during use of force?

Accepted Answer

A life-threatening condition where a restrained person cannot breathe due to body positioning

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A medical condition unrelated to corrections

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A restraint technique

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Only occurs during transportation