BCOT WEEK 4 (DT) QUESTIONS &
ANSWERS(RATED A+)
What is force? - ANSWERPhysical force used to compel an offender to take action
against his or her own will, or to prevent an offender from taking action that would be
damaging to themselves, other persons, or property.
When reporting (IR) what must you remember? - ANSWER• The incident report
needs to be completed by the end of shift.
• anticipated use of force should be recorded with two cameras and the video files
forwarded with the report.
What are the two types of force? - ANSWERSpontaneous and anticipated
What is anticipated force? - ANSWERForce that is planned out.
What is spontaneous force? - ANSWERForce that happens immediately. (In the
moment/ instant reaction)
What must Stance do ? - ANSWERprovide balance, mobility, stability and protection
or vital organs and our weapon
According to the GDC policy force maybe used to do what? - ANSWERTo
accomplish legitimate and necessary functions of the facilities/centers operations
and prevent injury to persons or subsequentially damage to property.
What are the levels of resistant? - ANSWERVerbal
Passive
Defensive
Active aggression
Deadly force
What is the first level of force continuum levels? - ANSWEROfficer presences
What is deadly force? - ANSWERThe power to cause death or severe bodily harm
What is needed to justify deadly force? - ANSWERAbility, opportunity, jeopardy
When can deadly force be used during an escape? - ANSWEROnly when the
escape cannot be prevented by using a lesser degree of force.
What is deemed prohibited punishment? - ANSWER• Using force after the offender
has been controlled.
• using force after the offender has voluntarily ceased misconduct.
• using force beyond that which is minimum necessary to control the situation.
• using force with no offender misconduct has occurred.
• using force without authorization.
