Firearms and Use of Force Flashcards
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What is the primary purpose of a DPSST firearms qualification course?
Answer: To verify that officers can safely and accurately deploy their firearm under realistic conditions
Firearms qualification courses are designed to ensure officers can deploy their weapons safely and accurately under conditions that simulate real-world scenarios.
Under Oregon law and DPSST guidelines, an officer who uses force must document the incident in a report. When should this report be completed?
Answer: At the end of the officer's shift or as soon as practical
Use of force reports must be completed at the end of the involved officer's shift or as soon as reasonably practical to ensure accuracy while events are fresh.
Which condition most clearly justifies transitioning from intermediate force to deadly force?
Answer: A subject who displays a weapon and threatens to kill the officer
An armed subject who actively threatens lethal harm creates an imminent threat to life, justifying escalation to deadly force.
The DPSST Basic Police Course requires recruits to achieve a minimum passing score on the firearms qualification. What does a recruit who fails to qualify typically face?
Answer: Additional remedial training and an opportunity to re-qualify
Recruits who do not pass firearms qualification are generally provided remedial training and additional attempts to meet the standard before further action is taken.
'Less-lethal' force options used by Oregon law enforcement officers certified by DPSST include which of the following?
Answer: OC spray, conducted energy devices (CEDs), and impact projectiles
DPSST-approved less-lethal options include OC (oleoresin capsicum) spray, conducted energy devices like TASERs, and impact munitions such as beanbag rounds.
When an officer fires a warning shot, this action is generally considered:
Answer: A prohibited or discouraged practice under most agency policies because the bullet must land somewhere
Warning shots are discouraged or prohibited under most DPSST-aligned agency policies because a fired round must land somewhere, creating unacceptable risk to bystanders.
After an officer is involved in a critical incident involving use of deadly force, DPSST standards support providing the officer with:
Answer: Critical incident stress management (CISM) resources and psychological support
DPSST and best-practice standards recognize the psychological impact of critical incidents and mandate access to CISM resources and mental health support for involved officers.