SCAT BLET questions with correct answers.
An option that is not likely cause death or serious physical injury
Non- Deadly Force Definition:
Objective Reasonableness Standard to determine the propriety of an officer's use of force, which takes
into consideration all surrounding circumstances.
Graham vs. Connor
What 3 steps must officers constantly be taking into account during use of force?
Assess, Plan, and Act
What are the three elements that combine to make a use of force objectively reasonable?
Ability, Opportunity, Intent
What did Richardson Vs. Pinehurst establish
CEW's (Tasers) may only be used on actively resisting suspects who pose a risk of immediate danger
officer or other person.
What are the Stages and Levels of Officer Force Options
Officer Presence; Verbal Directions; Physical Contact, Aerosol/Chemical Agent; Intermediate Weapon;
Electronic Control Weapon; Deadly Force
Circumstances that prerequisite an officer's use of force:
Subject Behavior; Environmental Conditions; Reaction Time/Distance; Multiple Subjects/Officers; Size
and Gender of Subject and Officer; Skill Level of Officer; Apparent Skill Level of Suspect; Age of
Suspect/Officer; Injury or exhaustion; Weapon Availability Availability of alternative actions; Previous
Knowledge of Subject
What are the Four Sections in a Use of Force Report?
Assessment of Initial Call,Observations Made During Call ,Actions Taken ,Summary of Encounter
What is the minimum distance to maintain good reactionary distance?
5-6 Feet
What are Non-verbal cues that could signal a suspect will lash out?
Target Glancing; Staring through you; Dress Down; Spitting; Sweating Profusely; Heavy Breathing:
Clenching Teeth; Weight Shifting/Blading; Ceasing of Movement
What are the Three Major Hazards that officers run into during an arrest?
Overconfidence, lack of training, carelessness
An option that is not likely cause death or serious physical injury
Non- Deadly Force Definition:
Objective Reasonableness Standard to determine the propriety of an officer's use of force, which takes
into consideration all surrounding circumstances.
Graham vs. Connor
What 3 steps must officers constantly be taking into account during use of force?
Assess, Plan, and Act
What are the three elements that combine to make a use of force objectively reasonable?
Ability, Opportunity, Intent
What did Richardson Vs. Pinehurst establish
CEW's (Tasers) may only be used on actively resisting suspects who pose a risk of immediate danger
officer or other person.
What are the Stages and Levels of Officer Force Options
Officer Presence; Verbal Directions; Physical Contact, Aerosol/Chemical Agent; Intermediate Weapon;
Electronic Control Weapon; Deadly Force
Circumstances that prerequisite an officer's use of force:
Subject Behavior; Environmental Conditions; Reaction Time/Distance; Multiple Subjects/Officers; Size
and Gender of Subject and Officer; Skill Level of Officer; Apparent Skill Level of Suspect; Age of
Suspect/Officer; Injury or exhaustion; Weapon Availability Availability of alternative actions; Previous
Knowledge of Subject
What are the Four Sections in a Use of Force Report?
Assessment of Initial Call,Observations Made During Call ,Actions Taken ,Summary of Encounter
What is the minimum distance to maintain good reactionary distance?
5-6 Feet
What are Non-verbal cues that could signal a suspect will lash out?
Target Glancing; Staring through you; Dress Down; Spitting; Sweating Profusely; Heavy Breathing:
Clenching Teeth; Weight Shifting/Blading; Ceasing of Movement
What are the Three Major Hazards that officers run into during an arrest?
Overconfidence, lack of training, carelessness
