NC BLET State Exam -
PRACTICAL
APPLICATIONS UNIT SG
What is the general statute that covers the use of deadly force? - ANSWERS15A-401(d)(2)
Non-verbal communication ques predict _____-______% of resistance levels. - ANSWERS50-
90%
What should the reactionary distance between an officer and a subject be? - ANSWERS5-6 Feet
What are the 5 reactionary positions? - ANSWERSZone 1: In front of subject
Zone 2: Approx. 45 Degrees off either shoulder
Zone 3: Directly to the side of a shoulder
Zone 4: From near the subjects shoulder, escort position
Zone 5: Directly behind the suspect
What are the biggest hazards during an arrest? - ANSWERSCarelessness, overconfidence, and
lack of training.
Where should you approach a subject? - ANSWERSEither from the rear or the side if possible
What does SPEAR stand for? - ANSWERSSpontaneous Protection Enabling Accelerated Response
3 types of responses for an attack are? - ANSWERSPrimal flinch, protective SPEAR, Tactical spear
, When using a baton, you should strike the suspect where? - ANSWERSCenter body mass, or
center mass of the arm or legs
When cleaning a gun what should you use first? - ANSWERSDry brush, then lubricate the slide
and frame
What are the 4 cardinal rules for handgun safety? - ANSWERS1. Treat all guns as loaded
2. Point the muzzle in a safe direction at all times
3. be sure of your target and what around and behind it
4. keep your finger outside of the trigger guard.
What is a Squib load? - ANSWERSa cartridge is loaded with a primer but no powder, or
insufficient powder.
What does caliber refer to? - ANSWERSThe caliber of a bullet refers to the diameter of the
bullet.
What are the 4 capabilities of low-light operation? - ANSWERSNavigate, identify, locate, engage
(NILE)
What are the primary risk factors? - ANSWERSAbnormal blood cholesterol, high blood pressure
and tobacco smoking.
Secondary Risk factors include? - ANSWERSfamily history, obesity, diabetes, stress, type A
personality.
PRACTICAL
APPLICATIONS UNIT SG
What is the general statute that covers the use of deadly force? - ANSWERS15A-401(d)(2)
Non-verbal communication ques predict _____-______% of resistance levels. - ANSWERS50-
90%
What should the reactionary distance between an officer and a subject be? - ANSWERS5-6 Feet
What are the 5 reactionary positions? - ANSWERSZone 1: In front of subject
Zone 2: Approx. 45 Degrees off either shoulder
Zone 3: Directly to the side of a shoulder
Zone 4: From near the subjects shoulder, escort position
Zone 5: Directly behind the suspect
What are the biggest hazards during an arrest? - ANSWERSCarelessness, overconfidence, and
lack of training.
Where should you approach a subject? - ANSWERSEither from the rear or the side if possible
What does SPEAR stand for? - ANSWERSSpontaneous Protection Enabling Accelerated Response
3 types of responses for an attack are? - ANSWERSPrimal flinch, protective SPEAR, Tactical spear
, When using a baton, you should strike the suspect where? - ANSWERSCenter body mass, or
center mass of the arm or legs
When cleaning a gun what should you use first? - ANSWERSDry brush, then lubricate the slide
and frame
What are the 4 cardinal rules for handgun safety? - ANSWERS1. Treat all guns as loaded
2. Point the muzzle in a safe direction at all times
3. be sure of your target and what around and behind it
4. keep your finger outside of the trigger guard.
What is a Squib load? - ANSWERSa cartridge is loaded with a primer but no powder, or
insufficient powder.
What does caliber refer to? - ANSWERSThe caliber of a bullet refers to the diameter of the
bullet.
What are the 4 capabilities of low-light operation? - ANSWERSNavigate, identify, locate, engage
(NILE)
What are the primary risk factors? - ANSWERSAbnormal blood cholesterol, high blood pressure
and tobacco smoking.
Secondary Risk factors include? - ANSWERSfamily history, obesity, diabetes, stress, type A
personality.
