CPD CPD Patrol Procedures & Tactical Operations

Question 1

What is the first priority for a CPD officer arriving at an active shooter scene?

Accepted Answer

Stop the killing by locating and neutralizing the threat

Answer

Modern active shooter protocol requires immediate officer intervention to stop the threat and minimize casualties rather than waiting for specialized units.

Question 2

What does the CPD's CAPS program stand for?

Accepted Answer

Chicago Alternative Policing Strategy

Answer

CAPS (Chicago Alternative Policing Strategy) is CPD's community policing framework that pairs officers with specific neighborhoods to build relationships.

Question 3

What is the '21-foot rule' taught in CPD officer safety training?

Accepted Answer

The distance within which an edged-weapon attacker can close before an officer can draw and fire

Answer

Developed by Dennis Tueller, the 21-foot rule shows that an attacker with an edged weapon can close this distance before most officers can draw and fire effectively.

Question 4

Under CPD policy, what events require an officer to immediately notify a supervisor?

Accepted Answer

Use of force, any arrest, and response to major incidents

Answer

CPD policy mandates timely supervisor notification for all use-of-force incidents, arrests, and major incidents to maintain proper oversight and accountability.

Question 5

What is the purpose of establishing an Incident Command System (ICS) at a major CPD incident?

Accepted Answer

To coordinate multiple agencies through a unified, standardized command structure

Answer

ICS provides a flexible, standardized management framework that allows CPD and other agencies to work together effectively under unified command.

CPD - Chicago Police Department Practice Test

CPD - Chicago Police Department Practice Test

CPD CPD Patrol Procedures & Tactical Operations