1 -> If interacting with a civilian, position yourself as to have your firearm on the side that does not face the civilian.
2 -> Keep your gun hand free. This is vital not only for firearm retention but for readiness in case you ever have to draw.
1 -> If you are alone facing a suspect with a bladed weapon or otherwise potentially deadly melee, draw your firearm not your taser. The 21-foot rule states that it takes you as much time to draw your firearm, as it takes an assailant with a blade to cover 21 feet.
2 -> You may discharge your firearm at a vehicle ONLY if the vehicle is posing an immediate threat to yourself or a bystander. [SAME APPLIES TO PEOPLE]
3 -> You may discharge at a civilian only if they are brandishing a firearm at you or another civilian and you believe they’ll discharge their firearm.
1 -> Immediately secure the suspect, cuff them and secure their weapon.
2 -> Request a supervisor to en route to the scene and start rendering aid to the suspect or any other wounded. [View following section]
3 -> Once the supervisor arrives O/S, hand your firearm to them and notify them of the amount of rounds fired.
4 -> Log a firearm discharge report in the MDT once the supervisor has cleared you.
You are required to render first aid to any wounded that are found on scene. A document will be provided which details how to treat different injuries and the gear that is carried in your cruiser.
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