TASER EXAM QUESTIONS WITH
COMPLETE ANSWERS
True/False
The need for multiple 5-second cycles, or extended or prolonged CEW exposures,
may be avoided or reduced by "controlling/cuffing under power" during the "window
of opportunity". - ANSWER-TRUE
True/False
TASER CEWs are serious weapons and are to be treated as such at all times. -
ANSWER-TRUE
When deploying probes to the front of a person's body, where should the CEW
generally be aimed - ANSWER-At the waist area to split the beltline
What is the risk of the CEW causing or contributing to a person's cardiac arrest -
ANSWER-Very low
True/False
Force decision must reasonably consider (as time and circumstances reasonable
permit): Officers' reasonable perception of subject's actions or behaviors the officer
is attempting to stop, thwart, or control and the foreseeable risks of injuries or harm
to subject resulting from force to be use. - ANSWER-TRUE
What should be considered when using reasonable force - ANSWER-- Use the
minimum force necessary to accomplish lawful objectives
- Use force only on those "actively resisting" or higher
- Give a verbal warning before the use of force
Experts have identified what key factors related to CEW cardiac risks - ANSWER--
Dart (or electrode)-to-heart ("DTH") distances
- Amount of delivered electrical charge
What is the term (currently) used by TASER for describing the incapacitating effects
of a CEW - ANSWER-- Neuro-muscular incapacitation (NMI)
When using the CEW in Drive-Stun Mode, what should be considered? - ANSWER--
For maximum effectiveness, drive the CEW into certain pressure points
- Use care when applying the drive stun to the neck or groin
- Stay away from the trachea, the back of the neck and the genitals
During CEW voluntary exposures what are required safety rules? - ANSWER--
Always use two spotters when volunteer is standing
- Spotters must hold volunteers closely under the armpit to stabilize the shoulder and
upper arm and avoid twisting their shoulder
- The volunteer should be safely supported and carefully lowered to the ground
, The handheld electronic weapons manufactured by TASER are referred to as -
ANSWER-Conducted Electrical Weapons
What is the standard CEW cycle if the trigger is pulled and released - ANSWER-5
Seconds
Why is a daily 5 second CEW Spark/functionality test recommended? - ANSWER-To
ensure the CEW is sparking and functioning properly
TASER does not establish, recommend or endorse - ANSWER-- Use of force
procedures, policies, or general orders
- Department policies, procedures, or general orders
- Tactics
What can activated CEW's ignite? - ANSWER-- Gasoline and gasoline vapors
- Butane
- Some personal defense sprays
- Some hair sprays or gels
A CEW application on a person can cause physiologic or metabolic effects,
including, but not limited to, changes in what? - ANSWER-- Blood Chemistry
- Heart rate, and rhythm
- Blood pressure
- Respiration
- Adrenaline and Stress hormones
- Other effects
What are some examples of persons who are at an elevated risk of secondary
effects from a CEW exposure - ANSWER-- Running persons
- Persons in elevated positions
- Persons in a flammable environment
True/False
When using a CEW avoid multiple, repeated, prolonged, extended, or continuous
CEW exposures unless necessary to counter reasonably perceived threats(s) and it
is justifiable. - ANSWER-TRUE
What should be done If a person is not an immediate threat or flight risk - ANSWER--
Do not immediately resort to CEW without first attempting to use negotiation,
commands, or physical skills
- Avoid using CEW on person who is actually or perceived to be mentally ill
- Avoid using CEW on elevated risk population member, unless necessary and
justifiable
Evidence Sync is a free program offered by TASER International. What does it allow
agencies to do? - ANSWER-- Access CEW firing data
- Update firmware on CEWs
- Assigning CEWs to individual users, etc. in conjunction with your agencies
Evidence.com account
COMPLETE ANSWERS
True/False
The need for multiple 5-second cycles, or extended or prolonged CEW exposures,
may be avoided or reduced by "controlling/cuffing under power" during the "window
of opportunity". - ANSWER-TRUE
True/False
TASER CEWs are serious weapons and are to be treated as such at all times. -
ANSWER-TRUE
When deploying probes to the front of a person's body, where should the CEW
generally be aimed - ANSWER-At the waist area to split the beltline
What is the risk of the CEW causing or contributing to a person's cardiac arrest -
ANSWER-Very low
True/False
Force decision must reasonably consider (as time and circumstances reasonable
permit): Officers' reasonable perception of subject's actions or behaviors the officer
is attempting to stop, thwart, or control and the foreseeable risks of injuries or harm
to subject resulting from force to be use. - ANSWER-TRUE
What should be considered when using reasonable force - ANSWER-- Use the
minimum force necessary to accomplish lawful objectives
- Use force only on those "actively resisting" or higher
- Give a verbal warning before the use of force
Experts have identified what key factors related to CEW cardiac risks - ANSWER--
Dart (or electrode)-to-heart ("DTH") distances
- Amount of delivered electrical charge
What is the term (currently) used by TASER for describing the incapacitating effects
of a CEW - ANSWER-- Neuro-muscular incapacitation (NMI)
When using the CEW in Drive-Stun Mode, what should be considered? - ANSWER--
For maximum effectiveness, drive the CEW into certain pressure points
- Use care when applying the drive stun to the neck or groin
- Stay away from the trachea, the back of the neck and the genitals
During CEW voluntary exposures what are required safety rules? - ANSWER--
Always use two spotters when volunteer is standing
- Spotters must hold volunteers closely under the armpit to stabilize the shoulder and
upper arm and avoid twisting their shoulder
- The volunteer should be safely supported and carefully lowered to the ground
, The handheld electronic weapons manufactured by TASER are referred to as -
ANSWER-Conducted Electrical Weapons
What is the standard CEW cycle if the trigger is pulled and released - ANSWER-5
Seconds
Why is a daily 5 second CEW Spark/functionality test recommended? - ANSWER-To
ensure the CEW is sparking and functioning properly
TASER does not establish, recommend or endorse - ANSWER-- Use of force
procedures, policies, or general orders
- Department policies, procedures, or general orders
- Tactics
What can activated CEW's ignite? - ANSWER-- Gasoline and gasoline vapors
- Butane
- Some personal defense sprays
- Some hair sprays or gels
A CEW application on a person can cause physiologic or metabolic effects,
including, but not limited to, changes in what? - ANSWER-- Blood Chemistry
- Heart rate, and rhythm
- Blood pressure
- Respiration
- Adrenaline and Stress hormones
- Other effects
What are some examples of persons who are at an elevated risk of secondary
effects from a CEW exposure - ANSWER-- Running persons
- Persons in elevated positions
- Persons in a flammable environment
True/False
When using a CEW avoid multiple, repeated, prolonged, extended, or continuous
CEW exposures unless necessary to counter reasonably perceived threats(s) and it
is justifiable. - ANSWER-TRUE
What should be done If a person is not an immediate threat or flight risk - ANSWER--
Do not immediately resort to CEW without first attempting to use negotiation,
commands, or physical skills
- Avoid using CEW on person who is actually or perceived to be mentally ill
- Avoid using CEW on elevated risk population member, unless necessary and
justifiable
Evidence Sync is a free program offered by TASER International. What does it allow
agencies to do? - ANSWER-- Access CEW firing data
- Update firmware on CEWs
- Assigning CEWs to individual users, etc. in conjunction with your agencies
Evidence.com account
