Emergency Response and Crisis Management Flashcards
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What is the purpose of a 'perimeter' established by law enforcement at a critical incident?
Answer: To contain the threat and control access to the scene
A perimeter controls who enters and exits the scene, preventing the threat from escaping and civilians from entering danger.
When responding to a bomb threat, officers should initially:
Answer: Evacuate occupants and establish a safe perimeter without using radios near the device
Radio transmissions can detonate some IEDs, so evacuation and perimeter establishment must occur while avoiding radio use near the suspected device.
A 'critical incident stress debriefing' (CISD) is conducted after traumatic events primarily to:
Answer: Support officer mental health and reduce PTSD risk
CISD is a peer support and mental health tool designed to help officers process traumatic experiences and reduce long-term psychological harm.
The 'de-escalation' principle in crisis response refers to:
Answer: Taking actions that reduce tension and lower the risk of violence
De-escalation involves verbal and tactical techniques designed to calm a situation and prevent the need for physical force.
When managing a large crowd that becomes unruly, which tactic is LEAST appropriate?
Answer: Deploying riot control agents without prior warning
Deploying chemical agents without warning violates crowd management best practices and increases the risk of harm and legal liability.
An 'Amber Alert' is activated when a child abduction meets specific criteria — which of the following is one of those criteria?
Answer: Law enforcement believes the child is in danger of serious harm or death
One of the core Amber Alert criteria is a law enforcement belief that the child is in imminent danger of serious bodily harm or death.