Tactically sound, legally justified and medically accepted. Such alternatives may include but are not limited to. Get on your stomach, legs straight out, and put your hands straight out, palms up like wings. V1 inadequate 2 inadequates 2 inadequates 2 lnadequates 1 inadequate student shoujd perform a complete and proper search on at least one of the handcuffing techniques for evaluation purposes. Tips and tactics for handcuffing suspects tactical life.
Positional asphyxia new ojp resources office of justice programs. The guide is not all inclusive, and does not delineate specific techniques that must be used. Standing modified search, to a rear wrist lock and handcuffing. Response to suspect resistance, take down from search to handcuffing iv. These methods and techniques have been designed to give the officer a margin of safety by giving the. Lifesaving handcuffing tactics for easier handcuffing, you can place a subjects hands behind their head left or interlaced behind their back middle, but you first must make sure you have control of the subject right before you can apply handcuffs. Tactical handcuffing is designed so an officer can quickly handcuff a subject by using the same technique whether the subject is standing, kneeling, or in the prone position. Demonstrate the two techniques for overcoming resistance.
Standing modified search, to a rear wrist lock and handcuffing 3. Basic and power handcuffing techniques since subject compliance is hard to determine during a first encounter, officers should control subjects first and then handcuff. Louis, missouri, city police department study, in approximately sixtyseven 67 percent of arrest situations, resistance does not occur until. Then place your handcuffs single bar between the area at the bottom of the subjects palm and the raised wrist bone. Handcuffing techniques standing position the arresting officer instructs the subject to do the. High risk prone or kneeling, to a prone control and handcuffing. This courses teaches the basic theories of the twofingerbentwrist method of handcuffing. Demonstrate the proper procedures associated with executing a high risk arrest. The department currently instructs in two methods of handcuffing. Standing modified search, to a rear wristlock and handcuffing.
The techniques presented are practical and effective. List and demonstrate the three 3 methods of proper speed cuffing in the standing, kneeling and prone positions. Standing quick cuffing, prone handcuffing, mounted escapes, full guard position, sweeps. One at a time they applied four standard restraintandstabilization handcuffing techniques involving knee placement to the back of a training mannequin that was lying prone on a sophisticated electronic scale. Note that hinged handcuffs can also be applied in the same style with the same techniques that chain hancuffs can.
Upon course completion the student will have access to the instructor portal for. Takedown from standing modified, disengaging, escalating, and deescalating. Mpd defensive tactics arrest and control course outline. Ppct handcuffing technique manual pdf ppct defensive tactics subject control system has been developed around three basic criteria.
Safe and effective handcuffing of a subject after having performed a learned controltake down technique in standing, kneeling, and prone positions. Handcuffing tactics training is modular based and can be adapted into a variety of scheduling and training dynamics. If you want to decrease resistance and increase control, take the suspect to a kneeling or prone position. Knowing how to use handcuffs correctly is important for ensuring that either you or the person handcuffed are not injured or to avoid being surprised by an escape from the handcuffs. Any suspect within the lawful custody of any officer shall be adequately searched and handcuffed with the hands behind the back whenever possible. You cannot and should not make every subject kneel, but if the risk or threat is greater, reduce their mobility by taking them off their feet and closer to the ground. If the handcuffs have not been successfully applied when the handcuffing officer needs to breathe, before breathing, the officer.
Advise medical personnel that vnr was used and that. It has been suggested that law enforcement officer leo weight on the backs of prone subjects may cause asphyxia. Officers should be reminded of this fact at the start of the lesson. Chaptr standards dmsions certification prerequisites for. Handcuffing classes for guards improper approach, control, and cuffing often results in injury andor death to either the officer or the subject. Prone handcuffing for all vnr applications if unconscious he should recover in 5 to 20 seconds. Takedown from standing modified, disengaging, escalating, deescalating with suspect and movement to more appropriate weapon on duty belt. Alternative handcuffing techniques plastic handcuffs. Officers will be able to obtain live instruction with recruit officers. Both methods of handcuffing can be used as instructed with the arrestee in either a kneeling or prone position. Methods for handcuffing subjects in a prone position. Santa clara county sheriff post perishable skills training. To ensure the effective and appropriate use of handcuffs, it is necessary to place the responsibility for the handcuffing of arrestees with the involved officer. The twofingerbentwrist method provides maximum control of the suspect and offer the highest level of control and safety for the officer.
Takedown from standing modified, disengaging, escalating, deescalating with suspect and movement to more appropriate weapon impact wpn. Failing to double lock handcuffs can result in injury to suspect and liability to agency. Topics to be covered include the safest approach and positioning for handcuffing, handcuffing standing subjects, prone and kneeling handcuffing, removing handcuffs, and the use of various types of handcuffs. Tips and tactics for handcuffing suspects tactical life gun. Handcuffing tactics student handouts and training forms. Baton handcuffing pepper spray training maryland tactical. The focus of this guide is to provide principals that are flexible and adaptable to various law enforcement. Handcuffing when you move toward your subject to handcuff, approach at a 45degree angle from the center of the subjects back. Instructors will continually evaluate student performance, observing the students awareness, balance and control during exercises. It should be the officers primary concern to get the. The purpose of this system is to control resistive behavior with techniques that have minimal chance of injury. Chaptr standards dmsions certification prerequisites for law. They were instructed to do their best to hold each position with consistent normal downward pressure for 30 seconds, kroll explains.
Summon medical aid or fire department personnel to evaluate subject before booking. Defensive tacticsuse of force virginia department of. Handcuffing suspects requires great attention to detail. Patrol handcuffing techniques vary by department policy and individual officer preference. Here are three techniques for when youre on your own rear leg sweep, with a partner rear takedown, or with a group of three or more officers the. Handcuffs are among the most often used tool by officers, yet training if any, is severely lacking by most private security agencies and bond agents. This block of instruction can be a standalone refresher course or part of the larger defensive instructor course. Officers should carry two of these handcuffs as part of their field equipment. Handcuffs should be applied on the wrist between the hand and the.
Law enforcement officers used their agencytrained local single and doubleknee techniques, the wisconsin 3point ground stabilization, and the human factor research group inc singleknee tactical handcuffing techniques, and the weight force was measured. Keep yourself and your suspect safe by being knowledgeable about your handcuffs and the different techniques needed when using them. Make sure that the subjects back of the hands face each other and both thumbs stick up in the air. This manual has been produced to assist officers in establishing and maintaining law enforcement professionalism in the use of search, handcuffing, and weaponless control techniques. Law enforcement officers used their agencytrained local single and doubleknee techniques, the wisconsin 3point ground stabilization, and the human factor research group inc singleknee tactical handcuffing techniques, and theweight force was measured. Methods and techniques that will be covered include. It should be the officers primary concern to get the first handcuff on quickly, utilizing the doublepush principle. It may seem like a simple concept to some, but most lawsuits security companies, bail recovery agents, shoplifting agents, and p. Arrest and search techniques study guide 2003 this study guide is designed to provide the law enforcement explorer with basic principles. However, being prepared with a handcuffing strategy and technique will improve your confidence on the streets. The quickcuff has the officer using his strong hand to control and use the handcuffs while maintaining a control hold on both of the. Too many officers try to handcuff a suspect while he or she is still fighting. Basic handcuffing manual standing a prone handcuffed inmate elbow and neck control from the inmates right side. Instruct the student officers to practice the following searching and handcuffing techniques.
The handcuffing certification is a lifetime certification that does not expire. Assistant director of training, karl dear, demonstrates two methods of compliant handcuffing. The mere application of a control hold while handcuffing a compliant subject without application. Before you can handcuff a suspect, you must obtain control. The advantage that chain handcuffs have over hinged handcuffs is that, because they can turn and swivel, they are easier to get on resisting suspects. All exercises will be performed with appropriate verbal instructions. Demonstrate the techniques for safe removal of handcuffs. Sjsu act weaponless defense and suspect control outline. Topics to be covered include the safest approach and positioning for handcuffing, handcuffing noncompliant subjects, prone and kneeling handcuffing, removing handcuffs, and the use of various type of cuffs, among others. Describe and demonstrate proper pain compliance, control holds, take down techniques and handcuffing techniques. The twofingerbentwrist method provides maximum control of the suspect and offer. Begin mandatory 2hour visual observation of any subject rendered unconscious. Instructor richard nance describes a method for proning a subject out for handcuffing and searching.
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