Taser Information and Policy Exam
Questions with Complete Solutions
A drive stun is sometimes not very effective because: - ANSWER-It is usually difficult
to maintain contact with a combative suspect
The spread of the contact points on the suspect is generally not large enough to
cause NMI
A pressure point application on a combative subject may be difficult to achieve
The human nervous system has thee main components that work together as a
system. which of the three components is affected by stun systems? - ANSWER-
Sensory nervous system
The term used for describing the incapacitating effects of a TASER CEW is NMI
which stands for: - ANSWER-Nuero-muscular incapacitation
Which part of the human nervous system functions as the Command Center? -
ANSWER-Brain and Spinal Cord (Central nervous system)
Use the ______________ of CEW exposure objectively reasonable to accomplish
lawful objectives, and reassess the subject's behavior before initiating or continuing
the exposure - ANSWER-shortest duration
The TASER X26 CEW operates at a peak open gap voltage of 50,000 volts. A
typical electrical wall outlet in the USA operates at about 110 volts. The typical
electrical wall outlet can be dangerous to a human. What is the main reason the
electrical output of the TASER CEW is safer than the household electrical wall
outlet? - ANSWER-Because the average delivered amperages of the CEW is very
low
When a violent subject is incapacitated by the effects of the TASER ECD and it is
reasonably safe to do so, cover officer(s) should attempt to control/cuff the subject
under power. Doing so may; - ANSWER-Reduce the need for additional cycles
Reduce the likelihood the subject will roll during the cycle
Reduce the potential of injury of the officer(s) while the subject is incapacitated only
during the cycle
During TASER ECD voluntary exposures which of the following are required safety
rules? - ANSWER-Always use two spotters when volunteer is standing
Spotters must hold volunteers under the armpit to stabilize the shoulder and upper
arm and avoid twisting their shoulder
The volunteer may be held up or carefully lowered to the ground
Why is a cartridge deployment, even at close range, more desirable than a drive
stun? - ANSWER-Both probes make contact for the full 5 seconds
Less chance of multiple "signature marks" on the suspect
NMI can be achieved if a drive stun is applied over 4" from the darts
, The TASER X26 ECD is designed to effect the - ANSWER-Sensory and motor
nervous systems
The "TASER-Wave" electronic signals of the TASER X26 ECD can be effective: -
ANSWER-Through up to approximately two inches of clothing
Through some types soft body armor
Through lightweight clothing
When using the TASER X26 ECD with chemical sprays, the following must be
considered - ANSWER-Type of propellant and base of chemical or pepper spray (for
flammability)
The TASER X26 ECD will store what information for each trigger pull? - ANSWER-
Time, Date, Duration, Battery Life, Temperature
When deploying probes to the front of the body, the TASER ECD should generally
be aimed: - ANSWER-So as to split the hemispheres (the beltline)
The standard cycle for the TASER X26 ECD if the trigger is pulled and released is -
ANSWER-5 seconds
A full 5 second spark/functionality test test on the TASER should be conducted -
ANSWER-Once every 24hrs or prior to the start of your shift for individually issued
X26P to ensure it is sparking, to check battery performance, and that there are no
fault icons
When using spent TASER cartridges for drills, it is important to: - ANSWER-Visually
inspect each cartridge to verify there are no probes in it
Visually inspect each cartridge to verify there are no wires in it
Load the cartridge, point in a safe direction and dischare one cycle to ensure it is
empty
The two-piece full body conductive training targets offered by TASER are beneficial
because: - ANSWER-Students can become accustomed to the preferred target
zones
The auditory feedback for hits and misses is consistent with field performance
Students can target the legs
If an ADVANCED TASER M26 or a TASER X26 ECD is completely submerged, you
should: - ANSWER-Return the ECD to TASER
TASER ECD's can ignite: - ANSWER-Gasoline Vapors
Butane
Some personal defense sprays
Targeting the back is usually preferable because: - ANSWER-The back of the body
has larger muscles
Reduced risk of hitting a sensitive body part
Surprise factor
Questions with Complete Solutions
A drive stun is sometimes not very effective because: - ANSWER-It is usually difficult
to maintain contact with a combative suspect
The spread of the contact points on the suspect is generally not large enough to
cause NMI
A pressure point application on a combative subject may be difficult to achieve
The human nervous system has thee main components that work together as a
system. which of the three components is affected by stun systems? - ANSWER-
Sensory nervous system
The term used for describing the incapacitating effects of a TASER CEW is NMI
which stands for: - ANSWER-Nuero-muscular incapacitation
Which part of the human nervous system functions as the Command Center? -
ANSWER-Brain and Spinal Cord (Central nervous system)
Use the ______________ of CEW exposure objectively reasonable to accomplish
lawful objectives, and reassess the subject's behavior before initiating or continuing
the exposure - ANSWER-shortest duration
The TASER X26 CEW operates at a peak open gap voltage of 50,000 volts. A
typical electrical wall outlet in the USA operates at about 110 volts. The typical
electrical wall outlet can be dangerous to a human. What is the main reason the
electrical output of the TASER CEW is safer than the household electrical wall
outlet? - ANSWER-Because the average delivered amperages of the CEW is very
low
When a violent subject is incapacitated by the effects of the TASER ECD and it is
reasonably safe to do so, cover officer(s) should attempt to control/cuff the subject
under power. Doing so may; - ANSWER-Reduce the need for additional cycles
Reduce the likelihood the subject will roll during the cycle
Reduce the potential of injury of the officer(s) while the subject is incapacitated only
during the cycle
During TASER ECD voluntary exposures which of the following are required safety
rules? - ANSWER-Always use two spotters when volunteer is standing
Spotters must hold volunteers under the armpit to stabilize the shoulder and upper
arm and avoid twisting their shoulder
The volunteer may be held up or carefully lowered to the ground
Why is a cartridge deployment, even at close range, more desirable than a drive
stun? - ANSWER-Both probes make contact for the full 5 seconds
Less chance of multiple "signature marks" on the suspect
NMI can be achieved if a drive stun is applied over 4" from the darts
, The TASER X26 ECD is designed to effect the - ANSWER-Sensory and motor
nervous systems
The "TASER-Wave" electronic signals of the TASER X26 ECD can be effective: -
ANSWER-Through up to approximately two inches of clothing
Through some types soft body armor
Through lightweight clothing
When using the TASER X26 ECD with chemical sprays, the following must be
considered - ANSWER-Type of propellant and base of chemical or pepper spray (for
flammability)
The TASER X26 ECD will store what information for each trigger pull? - ANSWER-
Time, Date, Duration, Battery Life, Temperature
When deploying probes to the front of the body, the TASER ECD should generally
be aimed: - ANSWER-So as to split the hemispheres (the beltline)
The standard cycle for the TASER X26 ECD if the trigger is pulled and released is -
ANSWER-5 seconds
A full 5 second spark/functionality test test on the TASER should be conducted -
ANSWER-Once every 24hrs or prior to the start of your shift for individually issued
X26P to ensure it is sparking, to check battery performance, and that there are no
fault icons
When using spent TASER cartridges for drills, it is important to: - ANSWER-Visually
inspect each cartridge to verify there are no probes in it
Visually inspect each cartridge to verify there are no wires in it
Load the cartridge, point in a safe direction and dischare one cycle to ensure it is
empty
The two-piece full body conductive training targets offered by TASER are beneficial
because: - ANSWER-Students can become accustomed to the preferred target
zones
The auditory feedback for hits and misses is consistent with field performance
Students can target the legs
If an ADVANCED TASER M26 or a TASER X26 ECD is completely submerged, you
should: - ANSWER-Return the ECD to TASER
TASER ECD's can ignite: - ANSWER-Gasoline Vapors
Butane
Some personal defense sprays
Targeting the back is usually preferable because: - ANSWER-The back of the body
has larger muscles
Reduced risk of hitting a sensitive body part
Surprise factor
