Use Of Force Mptc Exam Questions (68 Terms) With Verified Definitions Updated 2024

Physical effects of OC exposure {Ans: Localized inflammation to eyes, nose, mouth, and neck. Involuntary watering of eyes and closing of eye lids. Burning sensation in eyes. Runny nose and increased saliva production in mouth. Coughing and gagging. Redness and burning sensation to exposed skin. More intense when sweating.}Water based OC {Ans: 10% concentration and lower SHU than oil based. Effects tend to subside faster than oil because its easier to wash off.}OC Holds {Ans: Use stable grip to hold oc canister upright. Use strong hand to spray. Use a balanced stance and maintain a safe distance. Holds are: thumb on top, index finger on top, index finger on trigger. One handed and two handed stance.}Double action {Ans: Firing is when the trigger is pressed completely through in one continuous motion to retract and release the hammer. Longer and requires more pressure than single action.}Strategic: {Ans: Baseline for being on duty. Aware of surroundings and employs basic safety strategies (distance/positioning)}Handcuff nomenclature: chain and swivel {Ans: Chain attaches pair of cuffs together. Swivel allows chain to twist. Some handcuffs use a hinge instead of chain.}Tennessee v. Garner {Ans: Police may use deadly force to