MPOETC Emergency Response Procedures 5

Question 1

During an active shooter incident, what does the 'Run, Hide, Fight' protocol recommend as the FIRST option for civilians?

Accepted Answer

Evacuate the building if there is a safe escape route

Answer

The Run, Hide, Fight protocol prioritizes evacuation first when a safe escape route exists, before hiding or fighting as last resorts.

Question 2

When officers arrive at an active shooter scene before tactical units, what is their primary mission according to ALERRT (Advanced Law Enforcement Rapid Response Training)?

Accepted Answer

Move toward the sound of gunfire to stop the killing

Answer

ALERRT doctrine directs first responders to move toward the threat and stop the killing immediately, rather than waiting for specialized units.

Question 3

A suspect threatens suicide by threatening to jump from a bridge. After ensuring containment, what is the recommended FIRST step in officer response?

Accepted Answer

Activate crisis negotiation resources and begin communication

Answer

After establishing scene safety, crisis negotiation resources should be activated and verbal communication with the subject should begin.

Question 4

What is the purpose of a 'staging area' in a large-scale emergency response?

Accepted Answer

Where resources assemble and await assignment

Answer

A staging area is a designated location where personnel and equipment gather and wait for deployment instructions from Incident Command.

Question 5

An officer notices a package left unattended at a public event with wires visible. After notifying dispatch and requesting EOD, what is the next step?

Accepted Answer

Establish a perimeter and evacuate the area

Answer

Officers should establish a safe perimeter and evacuate civilians away from the suspicious package while awaiting the bomb disposal unit.

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MPOETC Emergency Response Procedures 5