NYS Emergency Procedures and Crisis Management 2

Question 1

In the event of an active shooter inside the courthouse, court officers should follow which recommended protocol order?

Accepted Answer

Run, Hide, Fight

Answer

Hide, Fight, Run

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Fight, Run, Hide

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Secure, Notify, Respond

Question 2

During a hostage situation inside a courtroom, which action should a court officer AVOID?

Accepted Answer

Attempting to negotiate or make promises on behalf of the government

Answer

Securing the perimeter and preventing others from entering

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Notifying supervisors and specialized units immediately

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Documenting what is observed from a safe distance

Question 3

What is the primary purpose of an Incident Command System (ICS) during a courthouse emergency?

Accepted Answer

To provide a standardized, unified chain of command for multi-agency emergency response

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To assign blame and accountability after an incident

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To replace local law enforcement with federal authority

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To document injuries for workers' compensation purposes

Question 4

A court officer observes a person in the public gallery exhibiting signs of a mental health crisis. The MOST appropriate initial response is to:

Accepted Answer

Approach calmly, use a non-threatening tone, and attempt to de-escalate the situation

Answer

Immediately restrain the individual and call for transport

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Remove all other persons from the courtroom before intervening

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Alert the judge and take no action until directed

Question 5

When a power outage occurs in the courthouse, a court officer's PRIORITY should be:

Accepted Answer

Ensuring the safety of all persons, especially in areas that may be affected by loss of lighting or security systems

Answer

Restoring power to the judge's chambers first

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Suspending all court proceedings until power is restored

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Securing the evidence room before addressing any other areas

Question 6

Which of the following best describes when a court officer is authorized to use physical force?

Accepted Answer

When necessary to protect themselves or others from imminent physical harm or to control a resisting individual

Answer

Whenever a person raises their voice in court

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Only when directly ordered to do so by the presiding judge

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Whenever a defendant attempts to speak without permission

Question 7

During a civil disturbance inside the courthouse involving multiple individuals, a court officer should FIRST:

Accepted Answer

Secure the judge's safety, call for backup, and contain the disturbance to prevent it from spreading

Answer

Attempt to physically separate all parties involved simultaneously

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Identify the instigator and detain only that person

Answer

Clear the building and refuse entry until police arrive