Critical Incidents (2)
In a bomb threat-only case, who will handle the investigation. (8.15)
1. In a bomb threat-only case, the area command Juvenile Services Team will handle the investigation, with assistance from City Schools Police. 2. If an actual bomb device is found, MAST will render it safe, assume responsibility for the investigation and will coordinate with other units or agencies as needed.
When it has been determined that material is needed as evidence, what procedures will be utilized AFTER the Fire-Rescue Department has indicated that it is safe to proceed. (8.16)
1. The police supervisor assigned to the incident will contact the Watch Commander and provide him/her with the name of the material(s), the quantity and type of packaging, and information as to why the material is needed for evidence. 2. The Watch Commander, upon approving the impound, will contact an approved disposal company and make arrangements for response and impound. 3. The impounding officer at the scene will be responsible for the following: a. Completing a Hazardous Materials/Waste Emergency Disposal/Impound Report form (PD-871). (See Attachment B); b. Signing the Waste Manifest and Service Orders provided by the disposal company (ensure that these documents indicate that the material is to be stored as evidence); c. Forwarding the PD-871, the blue and yellow manifest copies, and the Service Order to the City of San Diego Environmental Services Hazardous Material Management Program. They will manage the PD-871; d. Completing two property release forms. Have the disposal company driver sign these forms; and, e. Affixing completed evidence seals to the lid(s) on opposite sides of EACH container. 4. After the disposal company has removed the item, the impounding officer will complete an impound in the Department's automated property management system using the information found on the Waste Manifest. Officers will indicate the barcode number on the property release forms. a. The impounding officer will then forward the signed original release form to the Property Room. b. A property report generated from the automated property management system and a copy of the release form should be attached to the impounding officer's report. 5. The investigator assigned to the case is responsible for: a. Taking the hard copy of the barcode label to the disposal company for attachment to the evidence container and ensuring that the evidence seals are affixed; b. Making immediate arrangements with the Laboratory for analysis; and, c. Notifying the City of San Diego Environmental Services Hazardous Material Management Program when the material is no longer needed as evidence. This notification should be in writing and sent to MS 1103A.
If evidence of any other crime is discovered at the scene of an arson fire, a patrol officer will be responsible for submitting what. (8.15)
A separate crime report (ARJIS-2). A patrol supervisor shall approve this report and a copy shall be faxed or mailed to the MAST office.
Who are DOE armed couriers. (8.16)
Federal officers authorized to carry firearms. During a transport, they will be dressed in civilian clothing and identify themselves with a badge and photo identification card. The driver and passenger in a transport vehicle will be accompanied by one or more escort vehicles.
Ammunition of .50 caliber or less may be impounded where. (8.15)
In the Police Property Room following normal procedures and with the approval of the Property Room supervisor. If an officer is unfamiliar with the type of ammunition involved, MAST may be notified for assistance.
Who will advise the incident commander and act as a liaison to the negotiating team. (8.14)
The ENT Commanding Officer.
SDPD will provide assistance to couriers and escorts whenever it is requested. Such assistance may range from traffic control to repelling a terrorist attack. In all instances that we assist DOE, Communications Division shall notify who. (8.16)
The FBI. Upon arrival, the FBI will be the lead agency handling the incident.
What government agency handles the transportation of nuclear materials. (8.16)
The United States Department of Energy (DOE). DOE couriers are armed and trained to repel threats to their cargo, therefore it is important that officers understand certain DOE procedures when contacting the couriers or providing assistance.
Who has responsibility for operational readiness of the SEV. (8.13)
The assigned SRT Sergeant or a designated SRT officer.
What are some of the Fire-Rescue Department's responsibilities at the scene of a bomb threat. (8.15)
a. Establish liaison with the Police Incident Commander; b. Determine the degree of evacuation necessary, if any, and advise the Police Incident Commander; and, c. Coordinate rescue and firefighting operations.
Chemical agents can be classified into what five categories. (8.16)
a. Nerve agents - Sarin, Tabun, Soman, VX; b. Blister agents - Mustard, Lewisite; c. Blood agents - Hydrogen Cyanide, Cyanogen Chloride, d. Choking agents - Chlorine, Phosgene; and, e. Irritating agents- CS (Tear Gas), CR (Tear Gas), CN (Mace), and OC (Pepper Spray).
What are the field supervisor responsibilities upon receipt of a "Condition White at GA Technology." (8.16)
(1) Establish an Incident Command Post (ICP) at the intersection of John Jay Hopkins Drive at John Hopkins Court. General Atomics has instructions for a representative to meet the Incident Commander at the ICP. (2) Establish traffic posts at: (a) John Jay Hopkins Drive at John Hopkins Court (close traffic to eastbound John Hopkins Court); (b) John Jay Hopkins Drive at General Atomics Court (close traffic to eastbound General Atomics Court); (c) Tower Road at Dunhill Street (at gate); and, (d) Science Center Drive at Genesee Avenue (close traffic to Science Center Drive). (3) If a General Atomics representative has not reported to the ICP, have Communications Division contact General Atomics and advise to have a representative report to the ICP. If no contact can be made with General Atomics, the Incident Commander should assume that an attack on the facility has occurred and initiate a SWAT callout (Code-11). (4) If a General Atomics representative has reported to the ICP, develop an Incident Action Plan based on available information.
ENT is available to respond to incidents requiring trained negotiators in what types of situations. (8.14)
1. A suspect with one or more hostages; 2. Barricaded persons/stand off; 3. Persons threatening suicide; 4. High-risk warrant service where it is believed the suspect may refuse to surrender; 5. Sniper and/or ambush incidents; or, 6. To provide investigative intelligence and support during critical incidents.
Weapons of Mass Destruction weapons/materials can be categorized into what five groups using the acronym "B-NICE," (8.16)
1. Biological. 2. Nuclear. 3. Incendiary. 4. Chemical. 5. Explosive.
What are the safe distances for incidents involving hazardous materials/waste. (8.16)
1. Bomb - 300 feet. If possible, 900 feet. 2. Hazardous material incident - 700 feet. 3. If there is a possibility of a container exploding, the MINIMUM safe distance is 2,000 feet. 4. Refer to the Emergency Response Guide (ERG) or consult the Fire-Rescue Department Hazardous Materials Unit.
In the event of an incident that may involve an attempt to steal nuclear materials, a General Atomics supervisor, security officer or the duty dispatcher for Alarms Unlimited will do what. (8.16)
1. Call the Police Department Communications Division. 2. Identify himself as a General Atomics supervisor, security officer or Alarms Unlimited dispatcher and state, "Condition White at GA Technology." 3. Give a brief description of the circumstances and the desired assistance requested.
When a "Condition White at GA Technology" is received by communications, they should immediately advise the Watch Commander who should do what. (8.16)
1. Ensure the Fire-Rescue Department is notified. The Fire-Rescue Department should be advised to stage on John Jay Hopkins Drive. The Fire "Agency Representative" should report to the SDPD Incident Command Post (John Jay Hopkins Drive at John Hopkins Court). 2. Notify the Area Captain or the Duty Captain. 3. Notify the Duty Chief where there is a potential for injury or loss of life. 4. Notify the CIMU. 5. Dispatch a patrol or traffic supervisor.
Citizens may, from time-to-time, contact the Police Department wanting to dispose of hazardous materials or waste. How should these contacts be handled. (8.16)
1. In non-emergency situations, business-related disposals should be directed to call San Diego County Department of Environmental Health, while residential-related disposals should be directed to contact the City of San Diego Household Hazardous Waste. 2. Officers should not accept hazardous materials/waste from citizens. 3. If the material appears to be in an unsafe condition, the Fire-Rescue Department is to be notified to respond. 4. The citizen, and not the Police Department, is responsible for disposal.
What are the investigative responsibilities at the scene of a bomb threat. (8.15)
1. MAST shall have the responsibility for investigation of a found explosive device (hoax or otherwise) or an actual bomb explosion (post-blast scene). 2. If a death occurs in conjunction with a bombing case, the Homicide Unit will assume responsibility for the investigation with the assistance of MAST. 3. MAST will coordinate its investigation with, and provide assistance to, any other investigative unit or agency as needed. 4. If an officer determines that fireworks have been used to cause property damage (i.e., a residential mailbox damaged by an M-80), the case shall be investigated as a vandalism offense. The area command investigative unit with jurisdiction for the area in which the crime occurred will be responsible for the follow-up investigation. 5. MAST personnel will have the responsibility of controlling the search for, and method of removing, any bomb device or explosive material found at an incident. A dangerous device or explosive material shall be rendered safe, when practical, collected and transported in a special containment vehicle, with a police escort, if necessary. 6. The gathering of bomb or explosives evidence will be the primary responsibility of MAST personnel. Once the evidence is rendered safe, it will be submitted to the appropriate crime laboratory for analysis. 7. The primary concern for MAST at a bombing scene is to provide safety to the public, members of law enforcement, and other public safety personnel. The criminal investigation, while important, is secondary to the safety factor. Preservation and collection of evidence will not be considered a priority if such preservation or collection in any way endangers those present.
What are the field supervisor's responsibilities at the scene of a bomb threat. (8.15)
1. Make a visual survey of the area and report to the Watch Commander via telephone, if possible, the conditions at the incident location. 2. Assume the role of Incident Commander and, if needed, establish a command post. 3. Request sufficient patrol officers and other personnel required to accomplish tasks related to the incident. 4. Coordinate with the ranking Fire-Rescue Department official at the scene. 5. If required, supervise an orderly evacuation. The ranking Fire-Rescue Department or MAST supervisor will help determine the distances and locations for evacuation and will advise the Police Incident Commander.
Fireworks with no evidentiary value may be turned over to the nearest San Diego Fire station only if they meet what criteria. (8.15)
1. They must be commercially manufactured, in original condition; 2. Less than one pound may be impounded at a time; and, 3. The decision to accept the fireworks rests solely with the Fire captain in charge of the station. For any exceptions to these criteria, contact MAST.
What is the best protection when responding to incidents involving hazardous materials/waste. (8.16)
1. Time - do not rush in; 2. Distance - keep a safe distance; and, 3. Shielding - put something between you and the incident (i.e., a building).
Perimeters requested on bomb incidents are how many feet. (8.15)
300 feet. This should be considered an ABSOLUTE MINIMUM. If at all possible and practical, efforts should be made to increase perimeters to as far as 900 feet.
Explosive devices are the most commonly used WMD. Approximately what percent of all terrorist attacks worldwide involve explosives. (8.16).
70 percent.
In the event a report is received of a bomb threat or an actual bomb at a school, who will be dispatched. (8.15)
A City Schools Police patrol unit.
Who will be designated to drive it to the scene of an incident and remain with it at all times, for security purposes. (8.13)
A SWAT officer licensed to operate the vehicle.
If no bomb or suspected device is found, a patrol officer will prepare what type of report. (8.15)
A crime report (ARJIS-2) for 148.1(a) PC, False Bomb Report.
If MAST personnel are unable to respond to the scene of a suspected arson, a MAST supervisor may direct the officer to prepare what. (8.15)
A crime report (ARJIS-2), which will be forwarded to the MAST office without a case number. MAST will determine the proper Penal Code section to use and will then obtain the case number.
The first arriving officer at the scene of a bomb threat should immediately move all persons away from the device and establish a perimeter of what distance. (8.15)
A minimum 300-foot perimeter. If at all possible and practical, efforts should be made to increase perimeters to as far as 900 feet
What is the SWAT Special Equipment Vehicle. (8.13)
A non-armored vehicle used by SWAT personnel to transport special weapons and equipment to the scene of critical incidents. Once at an incident, it is also used as a SWAT and Tactical Operations Center (TOC).
Patrol officers are most likely to be the first ones to encounter a situation that involves a barricaded suspect, hostage taker, or suicidal individual. What procedures are recommended when responding to these situations.(8.14)
A. Contain the suspect. B. Isolate the scene. C. Establish a command post.
How should officers respond to incidents involving hazardous materials/waste. (8.16)
A. Respond tactically. B. Stay UPWIND and UPHILL of the incident. C. Assess the scene. D. Gather information E. Assess symptoms of victims. F. Do not rush in and become a victim. G. Determine initial safe distance H. Determine appropriate personal protective equipment needed. I. Utilize the Incident Command System and establish a Unified Command. J. Isolate the scene. K. Consider secondary devices (if intentional criminal or terrorist act). L. Do not approach or handle suspected devices. M. Do not touch or get in close proximity to contaminated victims. N. Isolate victims. O. Prevent anyone from eating, drinking, or smoking in the area or using food or drinking water that may have been in contact with material from the incident. P. Call for assistance and make proper notifications 1. Fire-Rescue Department; and, 2. Emergency Medical Services (EMS). Q. Assist in warning the local population of any danger R. Consult with Fire-Rescue Department Hazardous Material Unit or Public Health Department to determine whether to: 1. Assist in evacuations; and, 2. Advise to shelter in place.
What are the school's responsibilities for reported bomb threats at a a school. (8.15)
A. School Responsibilities 1. Local schools have been instructed to detain a "bomb caller" on the telephone as long as possible and try to solicit information using a bomb threat call checklist. 2. After completion of the call, City Schools Police and the school principal are notified and a search is conducted. Unless a suspicious item is found, a decision to evacuate the school rests with the school principal. 3. If a suspicious item is found, responsibility shifts from the school principal to law enforcement. Students are evacuated at least 500 feet from the affected building/area and MAST is notified.
What are the types of persons that typically take hostages. (8.14)
A. Subject Involved in a Domestic Dispute. The most common hostage situation involves the male who, after a quarrel with his wife (or girlfriend), attempts to prevent her from leaving. B. Criminal Unable to Escape. The criminal suspect who seizes a hostage to avoid capture or to demand a ransom is an extremely dangerous person. C. Political Terrorist The political terrorist is usually the most dangerous hostage-taker since he/she cares nothing for the consequences of his/her acts and is strongly motivated.
The San Diego Police Department's Emergency Negotiation Team (ENT) is comprised of who. (8.14)
An SDPD Lieutenant, SDPD Sergeants, SDPD Detectives, FBI Special Agents and NCIS Special Agents.
MAST will not dispatch personnel to a bomb threat scene unless what is found. (8.15)
An actual suspected bomb device or explosive material, or unless circumstances indicate a great likelihood that explosives may be found.
All hazardous material or waste (except explosives and radiological materials) needed as evidence in a criminal prosecution shall be impounded by who. (8.16)
An approved disposal company. The Watch Commander maintains a list of approved companies.
What is an incendiary device. (8.16)
Any mechanical, electrical, or chemical device used to intentionally initiate combustion and start a fire. They can be stationary, hand-thrown or self-propelled.
What are the three components to the DOE transportation system. (8.16)
Armed couriers, special vehicles, and communications.
What are the Bearcat and Peacekeeper. (8.13)
Armored vehicles utilized by SWAT at the scene of critical incidents.
Where will explosives or large amounts of pyrotechnics be retained. (8.15)
At MAST storage facilities. Authorized personnel who wish to examine impounded items can make arrangements through a MAST supervisor.
If students are evacuated due to a bomb threat, they should evacuate to an area how far from the affected building/area. (8.15)
At least 500 feet from the affected building/area and MAST is notified.
Fireworks to be held as evidence must be impounded by MAST and stored where. (8.15)
At the MAST explosives bunker. Contact the on-duty MAST supervisor for instructions.
How should officers be dispatched to a bomb threat call. (8.15)
By telephone or Mobile Computer Terminal (MCT), whenever possible.
What is the preferred method of communication with a barricaded subject. (8.14)
By telephone. In the event officers initially contacting a subject have to resort to other methods, such as face-to-face communications or the use of a bullhorn, officer safety is of primary concern. All negotiations should take place from a position of safety.
When a vehicle is the subject of a bomb threat, officers are not to conduct what. (8.15)
Conduct the search or attempt to enter the vehicle. Explosive Disposal Team (EDT) personnel are specially trained for this purpose and are to be called to the scene.
What will an officer do upon finding any ammunition larger than .50 caliber, a possible bomb, or other potential explosives. (8.15)
Contact Police Communications Division. A Communications Division supervisor will relay the information, via Fire-Rescue Department Communications Division, to the MAST supervisor on duty. Prior to responding to the officer's location, MAST personnel will need to speak with the officer to determine what type of equipment they will need at the scene. This can be accomplished via landline or cellular phone or with an 800 MHz radio using a tactical frequency. The officer should make this call from outside a 300-foot perimeter surrounding the potential explosive device or materials.
What are DOE communications. (8.16)
Every convoy is in constant radio contact with a central communications network based in Albuquerque, New Mexico. A request for assistance by a convoy to their DOE dispatch center will be routed to the California Highway Patrol in Sacramento. The California Highway Patrol will forward the request to the appropriate jurisdiction. Additional details are listed below.
What is the most commonly used WMD. (8.16)
Explosive devices.
What are secondary devices. (8.15)
Explosive devices/bombs that are typically set or timed to explode when officers or other first responders arrive in response to reports of an initial or earlier explosion.
Upon receipt a report of hazardous materials/waste by communications, who should they immediatley notify. (8.16)
Fire-Rescue Department Communications that a hazardous material incident has occurred and provide as much information as possible. The Fire-Rescue Department will make all other required notifications (including the Public Health Department).
Hazardous materials/waste may be found in one of what three forms. (8.16)
Gaseous, solid, or liquid. Contamination and injury may occur through inhalation (most common), skin absorption, ingestion, or injection. Illness or injury may occur immediately or can be delayed, in some cases, up to twelve hours or longer after exposure.
Who should be contacted for radiological materials. (8.16)
General Atomics' Radiological Assistance Team.
Prior to returning to Traffic Division, the SEV driver shall do what. (8.13)
Have the vehicle refueled; routine maintenance conducted, and bring any mechanical discrepancies to the attention of the Garage Supervisor immediately.
Incidents that could involve hazardous materials/waste include, but are not limited to, what. (8.16)
Iindustrial accidents, transportation accidents, illegal drug labs, unsafe disposal or an intentional criminal or terrorist act involving WMD.
Officers conducting any type of search, including search warrant service, who find a suspected explosive device, should do what. (8.15)
Immediately terminate the search, secure the scene, establish a 300-foot perimeter and notify MAST.
Radio frequency transmitters such as Mobile Computer Terminals (MCTs), 800 MHz radios, cellular phones, hand-held computers with Internet access, and 2-way pagers, may detonate certain improvised explosive devices (IED's). Under no circumstances should these communication devices be used within what. (8.15)
In the established 300-foot perimeter. 300 FEET IS THE MINIMUM SAFE DISTANCE.
Police personnel who have effected rescues or otherwise handled victims of hazardous material contamination should be handled in what way. (8.16)
Isolated from others at a location determined by the Fire-Rescue Department Incident Commander until screened by medical personnel to determine the need for decontamination.
What does Public Utilities Code section 7907 authorize. (8.14)
It authorizes any telephone company to provide confidential telephone numbers and technical assistance in isolating telephones during police emergencies. ENT will normally do this with the concurrence of the incident and tactical (SWAT) commanders.
Personnel participating in incidents involving hazardous materials/waste should be kept to what by the supervisor at the scene. (8.16)
Kept to a minimum.
Any crime scene, such as homicide, robbery, domestic violence, burglary, etc., which involves an arson fire, requires a response by who. (8.15)
MAST. Follow-up investigation for a crime other than arson rests with the appropriate investigative unit. In certain instances, when mutually agreed upon, MAST may assume responsibility for the investigation of both the arson and the associated crime.
How often will members of the SWAT SRT conduct inspections. (8.13)
Monthly. A report of this inspection will be forwarded to the SWAT Commanding Officer via the assigned SRT Sergeant.
Should MCTs, 800 MHz radios, cellular phones, hand held computers with Internet access, and two-way pagers be turned off when en route to, or searching for, a suspected device. (8.15)
No. Research has determined this practice is not necessary and the need for rapid, clear communication is essential.
Who will be dispatched to, and are responsible for, the preliminary investigation of all bomb threat calls. (8.15)
Patrol units.
If a patrol officer is dispatched to, or encounters, a suspected arson/suspicious fire, but the fire is extinguished without the Fire-Rescue Department responding, the officer should contact who. (8.15)
Police Communications Division and request MAST assistance (Police Communications Division will notify MAST via Fire Communications).
Whenever it becomes evident that a fire is suspicious in nature and MAST responds to the scene, the assigned MAST Investigator will be responsible for what. (8.15)
Preparing an arson case report (ARJIS-2).
A law enforcement officer, regardless of what, does not retain authority if taken hostage. (8.14)
Rank or position.
MAST personnel will respond to the scene of what types of incidents. (8.15)
Suspected arson fires, bombings, found explosive devices, or when requested by Fire or Police personnel.
At the scene of a bonb threat, officers do not need to turn off MCTs, 800 MHz radios, cellular phones, hand-held computers with Internet access, and 2-way pagers outside of what. (8.15)
The 300-foot perimeter.
For an incident involving radioactive materials, biological agents, chemical agents or nuclear explosive devices: Communications Division must notify who immediately. (8.15)
The FBI in addition to MAST, and the City's Emergency Management Coordinator via Fire-Rescue Department Communications Division whenever a major evacuation is, or will be, required.
Who has the primary responsibility for clean-up and removal of hazardous material. (8.16)
The Fire-Rescue Department's Hazardous Incident Response Team (HIRT)
Who should the impounding of explosives be coordinated with. (8.16)
The Fire-Rescue Department's Metro Arson Strike Team (MAST).
Who will coordinate decontamination arrangements. (8.16)
The Fire-Rescue Department. If contaminated or exposed to hazardous materials, in addition to themselves, officers should expect to have their patrol vehicles, personal and safety equipment, paper documents, personal items, radio equipment, etc., decontaminated.
Who will be notified whenever hazardous materials are discovered. (8.16)
The Fire-Rescue Department. They will determine when it is safe to proceed with impounding as evidence.
In an arson death case, or any fire-related death that occurs through the negligence of someone other than the victim, who will assume responsibility for the investigation. (8.15)
The Homicide Unit with assistance from MAST. MAST will be called to the crime scene by a Homicide Unit supervisor.
If the arson incident is related to a homicide case, who will be responsible for the release of press information. (8.15)
The Homicide Unit.
All police personnel exposed to the possibility of contamination shall complete what form. (8.16)
The Medical Status Report for Occupational Injury/Illness (RM-1634). Supervisors will complete the State of California Employers Report of Occupational Illness/Injury (RM-1531A) and the City of San Diego Supervisors Injury/Assault Investigative Report (RM-1564). All reports will list the EXACT spelling of ALL chemicals involved. A copy of the RM-1634 report will be hand delivered or faxed to the Watch Commander's Office prior to the end of shift. The original report forms will be processed per Department procedures. The Watch Commander will keep this copy for 72 hours. This copy will provide immediate information for medical personnel in the event that an officer becomes ill after the end of shift.
Who will be responsible for a bomb threat investigation. (8.15)
The Police Department's area command investigative unit having jurisdiction for the location of the bomb threat.
Who will be responsible for release of press information to the media in a bomb threat case only. (8.15)
The Police Department's area command investigative unit having jurisdiction in a bomb threat only case. The Media Services Unit should be consulted before releasing information to the media.
Who is responsible for the maintenance and control of the armory, Bearcat, Peacekeeper, and the Special Equipment Vehicle. (8.13)
The SWAT Commanding Officer
The decision on whether and how to use the Bearcat or Peacekeeper at a SWAT operation rests with who. (8.13)
The SWAT Commanding Officer or ranking SWAT supervisor. The SWAT Commanding Officer will brief the Field Commander on any intended use of the Bearcat or Peacekeeper.
Who are the only personnel who have card access to the inner armory. (8.13)
The SWAT command staff, Special Response Team (SRT) sergeants, SWAT Armorer, and Assistant Armorer.
During operational deployment, who will have full responsibility for the SEV, as well as the equipment and supplies contained therein. (8.13)
The SWAT mission leader.
A call-back list of trained and qualified emergency negotiators shall be maintained where. (8.14)
The Watch Commander's Office and in the Communications Division. ENT will provide a monthly call-back list.
Property Room clerks shall not impound any hazardous materials/waste unless approved by who. (8.16)
The Watch Commander. Such material may then be impounded at any Property Room.
Be sure to keep the incident commander informed about any negotiation with the suspect. The decision to continue or discontinue negotiations is the responsibility of who. (8.14)
The incident commander.
Who determines whether ENT will be used in an advisory or fully operational capacity. (8.14)
The incident commander.
For the purposes of security and inventory control, access to what portion of the SWAT armory is restricted. (8.13)
The inner armory.
The Metro Arson Strike Team (MAST) is responsible for what. (8.15)
The investigation of incidents involving arson and bombs.
Who shall be notified, via the Watch Commander, in all instances when an incident commander has requested a Code-11 or Code-12 with a suicidal or barricaded subject. (8.14)
The on-call ENT sergeant. ENT may also be called out at the discretion of the Incident Commander for a PRT Assist or any other instance deemed appropriate.
What are DOE special vehicles. (8.16)
The tractor-trailer rig and escort vehicles will be unmarked; however, they will have U.S. Government license plates. The tractor is armored and drivers are not allowed to exit the cab. A loud speaker may be used by the driver to speak to persons outside of the cab.
What is the primary concern for MAST at a bombing scene. (8.15)
To provide safety to the public, members of law enforcement, and other public safety personnel. The criminal investigation, while important, is secondary to the safety factor. Preservation and collection of evidence will not be considered a priority if such preservation or collection in any way endangers those present.
What is the preferred method of police intervention for jumpers. (8.14)
Verbal contact from a position of cover.
OFFICERS SHALL NOT TRANSPORT OR IMPOUND HAZARDOUS MATERIALS OR HAZARDOUS WASTE AT ANY POLICE FACILITY, unless approved by who PRIOR to transportation. (8.16)
Watch Commander
Ideally, how far should the ENT Vehicle be from the target. (8.14)
Within 300 yards.
3. Upon arrival at the location of a reported bomb threat, what procedures should be initiated immediately. (8.15)
a. Contact the person in charge of the building and, with their assistance, conduct a search of the premises. The owner or manager of the premises is responsible for the decision to evacuate an occupied building in the event of a bomb threat only. In the event a suspicious object is found, the decision to evacuate rests with the officer in charge of the scene. b. A San Diego Police Department Explosive Detection Canine may be requested to assist with the search. Canines are not to be used to clear suspicious packages. If a suspicious package is located MAST/Bomb Squad personnel shall be notified and assume that responsibility. Discretion is recommended in routinely initiating such requests. Requests for call-back are subject to a Canine Unit supervisor's approval. c. If booby-traps are suspected, officers should not search the area, nor should canines be used. Only MAST personnel should conduct a search under these circumstances.
DOE convoy drivers and escort personnel are trained to resist threats to their cargo and will closely observe officers during a stop to make sure it is not a hijack attempt by bogus "officers." Therefore, convoy drivers and escort personnel are instructed to respond to police in what manner. (8.16)
a. Drivers will keep their hands in view throughout the contact and will avoid movement that may be construed as furtive or threatening. b. The driver and passenger will remain in the vehicle. The driver will display his badge and identification card to the officer through a window and will state by way of loudspeaker, "I am a Federal Officer with the U.S. Department of Energy in custody of sensitive material. I will remain stopped while my assistant dismounts for discussion." c. The passenger will exit the vehicle and converse with the officer. If two officers approach the vehicle, a courier from the escort vehicle will approach while the driver and passenger remain inside the cab.
What procedures will apply when officers are summoned to provide assistance to DOE officers. (8.16)
a. The convoy will relay its request through their radio network to the CHP. The CHP will call our Department and provide the following information: (1) The location of the convoy vehicles; (2) Type of assistance needed; (3) The location of a liaison. The liaison will be a member of the escort staff and will provide details of the assistance required; and, (4) A sign and countersign. This signal will be used when contacting the liaison. b. Depending upon the type of assistance needed, Department personnel will initiate contact in the following manner: (1) Communications Division will contact a field lieutenant via landline or MDT, and relay the above information. The lieutenant will evaluate the request and determine the number of personnel and types of resources that may be necessary for resolution. If needed, a Code-11 should be issued at this time. (2) In an emergency, the lieutenant may designate a field sergeant to meet the escort liaison to expedite our response.
Nuclear terrorism can occur under what three different scenarios. (8.16)
a. The detonation or threatened detonation of a nuclear bomb; b. The dispersion of radiological material using a conventional explosive or other dispersal device; or, c. Conventional explosive at a nuclear facility.
MAST includes personnel from what agencies. (8.15)
the San Diego Fire-Rescue Department, the Police Department, and Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms (ATF). MAST Fire Investigators and certified Explosive Device Technicians (EDTs) are assigned on a 24-hour basis. A MAST supervisor could be a Fire Captain or the Police Sergeant.
