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Security Officer OC Examination
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1. Oleoresin Capsicum is technically a vegetable product and not a true chemical agent.
a. True
b. False
2. OC spray should be stored:
a. in a secure area to prevent unauthorized usage or accidental discharges.
b. in confined areas (e.g. vehicle trunks, glove boxes, etc.)
c. at room temperature
d. both a and c
3. The recommended minimum distance for spraying a subject is three feet.
a. True
b. False
4. Spraying too close to the suspect may cause damage to the eye from the pressure of the stream.
a. True
b. False
5. The targets of OC spray are:
a. The eyes, nose and mouth
b. The ears, nose and shoulders
c. The attacking limbs
d. None of the above
6. An officer should cease using OC spray if the suspect ceases to resist or it is obvious the OC spray is ineffective.
a. True
b. False
7. The length of the burst of spray to an attacker should be approximately ½ to 1 second.
a. True
b. False
8. The effects of OC typically last from _____ to ______ minutes.
a. 2-5
b. 5-10
c. 10-45
d. 60-120
9. If symptoms continue for more than 45 minutes, the officer should obtain medical attention for the affected person.
a. True
b. False
10. It is fine to leave an OC exposed person that has not fully recovered from its effects unattended.
a. True
b. False
11. The three positions from which to present the unit of OC are __________________________.
a. Left, Right, and Center
b. High Ready, Low Ready, and Loaded
c. Front, Rear, and Side
d. One hand weapon, one hand support, and two handed.
12. OC Spray is categorized as an inflammatory agent.
a. True
b. False
13. Decontaminating a subject affected by OC includes __________________.
a. Flushing with water
b. Applying lotion
c. Exposing to fresh, moving air
d. Both A and C are correct
14. Decontaminating a subject affected by OC includes ___________________.
a. Keeping the person calm
b. Observing the subject to ensure no serious medical conditions occur
c. Seeking medical attention if the subject’s condition is questionable
d. All of the above are correct
15. Wind, bystanders, and location are considerations the officer must make prior to using OC spray.
a. True
b. False
16. It is essential to use verbal commands when using OC spray or any other physical controls on a combative suspect whenever possible.
a. True
b. False
17. All uses of force by a personal protection officer must be reasonable and proportional.
a. True
b. False
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